Private, CQC registered Mohs micrographic surgery with the highest cure rate for basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas. Launching soon with under 2 weeks wait time.
☑ CQC Registered | ☑ 99% Cure Rate | ☑ Same-Day Results
Home the same day
Harrogate + North Anston + Huddersfield
Fully registered with the Care Quality Commission for safety, effectiveness and patient care.
All procedures performed by a consultant plastic surgeon on the GMC specialist register.
High-tech lab on the premises for real-time tissue processing and margin checks.
Specialist histopathologists and reconstructive experts work together on every case.
Private lounge where you wait comfortably between surgical stages.
Mohs surgery is recognized as the gold standard for treating high-risk skin cancers, particularly on the face, nose, ears, and lips. Unlike traditional surgery, which only samples a small percentage of edges, Mohs allows the surgeon to examine 100% of the surgical margins under a microscope during the procedure.
Skip the waitlist. Secure your Mohs surgery consultation today.
☑ CQC registered | ☑ 99% Cure Rate | ☑ Same-Day Results
Mohs micrographic surgery works through a precise, repeating cycle. The surgeon removes a thin layer of tissue, checks it under a microscope, and only takes more if cancer cells are still present. This means healthy skin is spared and the tumour is tracked to its exact edges.
The surgical steps
The surgeon begins by removing the visible part of the cancer. Before taking a deeper layer, small etch marks are placed on the skin at positions like 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock. These correspond to a “Mohs map” and coloured dyes on the tissue so every piece can be traced back to its exact location on the body. A thin margin of tissue is then removed at a 45-degree angle around and beneath the tumour site.
What happens in the laboratory
While you wait in a private recovery area, the tissue goes to our on-site lab. It is frozen in a cryostat microtome and cut into extremely thin horizontal sections. These are mounted on glass slides and stained with Hematoxylin and Eosin or Toluidine Blue so cancer cells become visible under a microscope. The surgeon examines 100% of the margin. If any cancer remains, its exact position is marked on the Mohs map.
The iterative cycle
If cancer is found at any point on the margin, the surgeon goes back and removes another thin layer from that specific area only. Each round of surgery and lab work takes around 45 to 60 minutes. The cycle repeats until no cancer cells remain. Most cases are cleared in roughly 1.7 stages.
Reconstruction
Once the margins are completely clear, the surgeon repairs the wound. The method depends on the site and size of the defect:
Mohs surgery at Kliniken Harrogate is performed as a day-case procedure under local anaesthetic.
The surgery works in stages, with each layer of tissue checked under a microscope before deciding whether further removal is needed.
Our Mohs service meets BAD and BSDS standards accredited by NICE and is classified as Level 5 Care.
Your surgeon carries out a full clinical assessment of the lesion and discusses a tailored treatment plan with you. Consultation fees range from £215 to £325.
The surgery is performed under local anaesthetic. You stay awake and comfortable throughout each stage of removal.
The removed tissue goes to our on-site lab while you wait in a private lounge. If cancer cells remain at any margin, the surgeon removes another thin layer from that specific area straight away.
Once the margins are completely clear, the surgeon repairs the wound. The method depends on the size and location of the defect, with the goal of achieving the most natural-looking result possible.
The cost of Mohs surgery depends on the size and location of the lesion, the number of stages required and the complexity of reconstruction afterwards. Your surgeon will assess the area at your consultation and give you a clear breakdown of what the procedure will cost before you commit to anything.
At Kliniken in Harrogate, we are open and honest about our prices. By the end of your consultation you will have a clear understanding of what you will need to pay.
| Procedure | Pricing |
|---|---|
| Consultation with a Consultant Plastic Surgeon | £215 – £325 |
| Mohs surgery | From £7,000 |
| Histology (Laboratory Testing) | £150 |
Our team, each an expert in their field, is here to support your health and well-being at the highest level.
Plan for a restful 48 hours after the procedure. Tiredness is normal and usually a side effect of the local anaesthesia and the length of the surgical day. Most patients feel well and more alert once the first two days have passed.
A bulky dressing is applied over the surgical site immediately after the procedure. This stays in place for two to seven days depending on the complexity of the repair. Leave the dressing undisturbed unless your clinical team directs you otherwise.
Avoid alcohol for at least three to four days after surgery as it increases the risk of wound bleeding. Avoid smoking for the same period as it slows the healing process significantly.
You will receive written post-operative instructions covering care routines for the first few days. Contact details and pathways for after-hours care are provided in case you have concerns about bleeding, pain or other complications during the initial recovery window.
Skip the waitlist. Secure your Mohs surgery consultation today.
☑ CQC registered | ☑ 99% Cure Rate | ☑ Same-Day Results
Mohs surgery is considered the gold standard for treating high-risk skin cancers, offering a 99% cure rate for primary basal cell carcinomas and approximately 94.4% for recurrent cases.
The surgery typically takes several hours or even a full day because it is performed in stages. Each stage of tissue removal and laboratory examination takes about 45 to 60 minutes, and the cycle is repeated until the margins are clear.
The procedure should be conducted by consultant dermatologists on the GMC specialist register who have completed a fellowship in Mohs surgery.
The surgery is performed under local anaesthesia, meaning you remain awake but the treatment area is completely numbed and the procedure is painless.
No, Mohs surgery is usually a day case procedure, and most patients return home the same day.
Between surgical stages, while tissue is processed in the on-site lab, patients relax in a private lounge or recovery area where they can read, use Wi-Fi, or have refreshments.
Patients are typically advised to eat a normal breakfast and take regular medications but should abstain from alcohol and Aspirin for five days prior to the appointment.
Once the cancer is fully removed, the surgeon determines the best reconstruction method, which may include stitches, skin grafts, or skin flaps to achieve the best cosmetic result.
A bulky dressing usually stays in place for 2 to 7 days, and sutures are generally removed one week later. Patients may feel tired and should plan for 48 hours of rest following the procedure.
The main alternatives are radiotherapy or standard surgical excision, though these typically do not offer as high a cure rate or as much tissue preservation as Mohs surgery.
Mohs micrographic surgery works through a precise, iterative process that integrates surgical removal with immediate microscopic examination of 100% of the surgical margins. Unlike traditional surgery, which samples only a small percentage of edges using "bread-loafing" techniques, Mohs allows the surgeon to visualize the entire peripheral and deep margin of the tissue.
If you have been diagnosed with a basal cell or squamous cell carcinoma, a consultation at Kliniken Harrogate can confirm whether Mohs surgery is the right approach for you.
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