Surgical & Procedural Services
At our Austin clinic, we can perform a range of procedures to address your dermatological concerns. All surgical procedures require a surgical consultation for scheduling.
Conditions & Treatments
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What is it?
Cysts are benign growths that originate form the hair follicles of our skin. While not typically dangerous, these lesions can grow larger, become inflamed or painful, and may be aesthetically displeasing.
Our Approach
Prior to any surgical removal, we perform a detailed history and exam to confirm the diagnosis and ensure you are a good surgical candidate. These procedures can be comfortably performed in our office under local anesthesia.
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What is it?
Lipomas are benign overgrowths of fat under the skin. These lesions are typically not dangerous but can grow larger and cause discomfort in some individuals.
Our Approach
Prior to any surgical removal, we perform a detailed history and exam to confirm the diagnosis and ensure you are a good surgical candidate. These procedures can be comfortably performed in our office under local anesthesia.
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What is it?
Skin cancers encompass squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, melanoma, and several other more rare variants. Non-melanoma skin cancers (ie squamous cell cancer and basal cell cancer) are typically only locally aggressive - meaning it is uncommon, though not impossible, for them to spread. Melanoma is a more aggressive type. We recommend our patients to consider a baseline skin exam, especially if there is a family history, with regular followup customize to each patient thereafter.
Our Approach
Surgery and skin cancer can be intimidating and a little scary. Our goal is to make the process as smooth, comfortable, and safe as possible. For most skin cancers, we are able to treat them in the comfort of our office using local anesthetic. In instances where further specialty services are required (mohs surgery, oncology, or other), we work to coordinate a referral and coordination of care.
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What are they?
Skin tags are benign growths that look like little polyps and can be associated with metabolic syndromes such as thyroid disease and diabetes. They frequent areas of friction such as the neck, arm pits, and groin.
Our Approach
Skin tag removals are one of the most frequent procedures we perform. We customize the treatment depending on the size, number, location, and skin type of the patient to provide the optimal effectiveness and cosmetic outcome. The most frequent modalities include snip removal, liquid nitrogen, and cautery.
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What is it?
Ear lobe repairs address surgical concerns on the ear. Most frequently, these surgeries are related to piercings, scars, trauma, or skin growths.
Our Approach
Ear lobe repair is a delicate procedure that requires precisions and attention to detail. We curate each procedure to create harmony and symmetry.
Service Costs
With our direct patient care model, we do not take insurance. The appointment price listed is what you pay, every time.
No insurance. No copays. No unexpected bills.
Appointment Options
Minor Procedures
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Procedure used to remove a skin lesion for further analysis.
Note: Fee includes pathology cost.
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Procedure used to remove a small sample of skin for further analysis and includes the placement of a stitch.
Note: Fee includes pathology cost.
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Use of intralesional kenalog to rapidly calm acne bumps.
$100 per 10 lesions
(1-10 lesions: $100, 11-20 lesions: $200, 21-30 lesions: $300, etc.)
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Use of liquid nitrogen to freeze benign (warts, keratoses) and precancerous skin lesions.
1-10 lesions: $100
11-20 lesions: $200
21-30 lesions: $300
>30 lesions: $400
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Removal of skin tags using various options (liquid nitrogen, snip removal, etc...).
1-10 lesions: $100
11-20 lesions: $200
21-30 lesions: $300
Surgical Procedures
Note: All surgical procedures require a consultation for scheduling. Preoperative planning, a review of the procedure, and final cost are discussed at that time. Pathology costs are included.
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Surgical treatment for a benign or malignant skin lesion (skin cancer, lipoma, cyst, etc...). This includes the excision procedure and repair with stitches.
Simple: $500
Intermediate: $750
Complex: $900
Note: Fee includes pathology cost.
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The use of one of a modality (electrodessication and curettage, cryosurgery, or other) to treat a skin cancer.
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Surgical revision and repair of stretched piercing site, keloid or hypertrophic scarring, or distorted proportion.
Simple: $500 per ear
Complex: $750 per ear