Consultant-Led Mohs Surgery in Central London
Mohs Micrographic Surgery at LSDC Healthcare is delivered by consultant dermatologists with specialist surgical training in advanced skin cancer management.
This technique offers the highest cure rates while preserving the maximum amount of healthy tissue, making it the treatment of choice for high-risk, recurrent, or cosmetically sensitive skin cancers, particularly on the face.
Care is provided in a private, consultant-only setting in the City of London, with meticulous attention to oncological safety, function, and cosmetic outcome.
What is Mohs Micrographic Surgery?
Mohs Micrographic Surgery is a specialised surgical technique in which a skin cancer is removed layer by layer. Each layer is examined immediately under a microscope to check for cancer cells.
This process is repeated until 100% of the margins are confirmed cancer-free, ensuring complete removal while sparing as much normal skin as possible.
It is considered the gold standard for selected non-melanoma skin cancers.
Who is Mohs Micrographic Surgery for?
Mohs surgery is particularly suited to patients with:
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) in high-risk locations
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) with aggressive features
Skin cancers on the face, nose, eyelids, ears, lips, scalp, hands, or genital area
Recurrent tumours or previously incompletely excised cancers
Poorly defined tumour borders
Tumours requiring maximal tissue preservation
Your consultant will confirm suitability following specialist assessment.
Clinical Benefits and Indications
Clinical advantages of Mohs surgery include:
Highest cure rates for BCC and SCC
Immediate confirmation of complete cancer removal
Maximum preservation of healthy tissue
Reduced risk of recurrence
Optimal functional and cosmetic outcomes
Single-day treatment in most cases
Indications include:
High-risk anatomical sites
Aggressive or recurrent skin cancers
Tumours with indistinct clinical margins
How LSDC Delivers This Differently
At LSDC Healthcare, Mohs surgery is characterised by:
Consultant-led care throughout
Integrated surgical and microscopic expertise
Evidence-based case selection
Careful reconstruction planning following clearance
Close collaboration with histopathology services
Personalised follow-up and long-term surveillance
Patients benefit from continuity, discretion, and clinical authority at every stage.
Diagnostics and Investigations Involved
Prior to Mohs surgery, patients typically undergo:
Full consultant skin examination
Dermoscopic assessment
Diagnostic biopsy (if not already performed)
Review of prior histology and treatment history
Pre-operative planning and photography
Further investigations are arranged if clinically indicated.
Recovery, Follow-Up and Ongoing Care
Procedure is performed under local anaesthetic
Most patients return home the same day
Wound reconstruction is completed once margins are clear
Post-operative wound care instructions provided
Follow-up appointments arranged for healing and surveillance
Ongoing skin cancer monitoring where appropriate
Recovery depends on tumour size, location, and reconstruction type.
Insurance and Self-Pay
Mohs Micrographic Surgery is typically covered by major UK private medical insurers, including Bupa, AXA, Aviva, Vitality and WPA, subject to policy terms and prior authorisation.
Self-pay patients receive clear, consultant-led pricing, discussed before treatment.
Our administrative team can assist with insurer approvals.
LSDC Healthcare
A couple of minutes outside Liverpool St Station, this excellent facility is conveniently located for Medical consultations in London.
This facility is open during the evenings making it an excellent choice for busy professionals.
Book A MOHS Surgery Consultation
If you have been diagnosed with a high-risk or facial skin cancer, or advised to consider Mohs surgery, our consultants can provide expert assessment and definitive treatment without delay.
Appointments are available at our Central London clinic.
FAQ — Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Is Mohs Micrographic Surgery painful?
The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic, so discomfort during surgery is minimal. Mild soreness afterwards is common and usually settles with simple pain relief.
How is Mohs surgery different from standard excision?
Mohs surgery examines 100% of the surgical margins during the procedure, allowing immediate confirmation that all cancer has been removed while preserving healthy tissue.
How long does Mohs surgery take?
The procedure can take several hours, as tissue is removed and examined in stages. Most patients complete treatment in one day.
Will I have a scar after Mohs surgery?
All surgery results in some scarring. Mohs surgery minimises tissue removal, and reconstruction is carefully planned to achieve the best possible cosmetic outcome.
Is Mohs surgery suitable for melanoma?
Mohs surgery is primarily used for basal and squamous cell carcinomas. Selected melanoma cases may be considered, depending on subtype and specialist assessment.
Is Mohs Micrographic Surgery covered by private insurance?
Yes. Mohs surgery is usually covered by UK private medical insurers, subject to individual policy terms and prior authorisation.