Can I see a surgeon if I have a boil, abscess, or ingrown toenail?
Yes. UMC treats a range of purulent and inflammatory conditions, including boils, abscesses, cellulitis, infections around the fingers or toes, and ingrown toenails. After an examination, the surgeon will determine the appropriate treatment.
Can I come to UMC for wound care or a dressing change?
Yes. The department provides care for wounds, abrasions, and burns, as well as dressing changes. Foreign bodies can also be removed from soft tissue when necessary, and postoperative follow-up is available.
Can a mole, lipoma, or other skin growth be removed by a surgeon?
Yes. UMC removes various types of growths, including atheromas, lipomas, fibromas, nevi, and hygromas. The surgeon will determine the appropriate removal method after examining the growth.
What types of hernias are treated by the outpatient surgery department?
UMC provides surgical treatment for all types of anterior abdominal wall hernias, including inguinal, umbilical, femoral, and linea alba hernias. The appropriate treatment approach is determined during a surgical consultation.
Can a minor procedure be performed during my surgical consultation?
Yes. If the surgeon determines after the examination that a minor outpatient procedure is appropriate, it may be performed at the clinic during the visit. More extensive procedures are scheduled for a convenient date.
How quickly can I see a surgeon at UMC?
You can book a surgical consultation online and generally get an appointment within a week. If a more extensive surgical procedure is needed, it can be scheduled within the following days at a date that is convenient for you.
Are all surgical procedures performed at UMC?
No. Minor outpatient procedures are performed at UMC. More extensive surgeries that require overnight hospitalization, intensive monitoring, anesthesia, or intensive care facilities are performed at UMC partner clinics.
Are minimally invasive surgical options available?
The department focuses on using the least invasive approach appropriate for each situation. When suitable, outpatient procedures are performed with local sedation and are designed to require minimal recovery time.
Can I receive surgical care in Russian?
Yes. UMC can provide consultations in the patient's native language. If English or Portuguese is not your native language, the clinic provides free assistance from a medical coordinator who can help with translation during your visit.
How can I book a surgical consultation at UMC, and how much does it cost?
You can book a surgical consultation online through the clinic's website. The department includes surgeon Igor Untilă and pediatric surgeon Maria Sacrash. The consultation fee listed for these specialists is €120.
