General & Skin Surgery

At Montserrat Medical Services, we take pride in delivering exceptional surgical care through our highly qualified and experienced team of General Surgeons. Our focus is always on patient-centric care, and we provide advanced surgical services to support your immediate and ongoing healthcare needs.

Our expertise spans a number of essential procedures, including general surgery as well as skin surgery, which is performed exclusively at our state-of-the-art Bundaberg Private Day Hospital. From routine surgical needs to complex skin-cancer removal, we remain committed to safety, precision and excellent outcomes. With Montserrat Medical Services, you’re always in capable hands.

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What is General Surgery?

General surgery is a specialised field of medicine that encompasses a wide range of surgical conditions. Surgical treatment can involve the abdomen, digestive system, skin and soft tissues. Common surgical procedures are a crucial part of healthcare, as they are often the final step of treating medical conditions that require surgical intervention.

At Montserrat Medical Services, our General Surgeons treat patients from around the country and bring with them decades of experience and training. Whether it’s a routine procedure or a complex surgery for critically ill patients, our team will make sure your treatment is as safe and comfortable as possible.

Common Surgery Procedures

Our General Surgeons are highly skilled at performing a number of life-saving and life-enhancing procedures, including:

  • Appendectomy
  • Hernia repairs (inguinal, umbilical and incisional)
  • Gastrointestinal surgeries
  • Endoscopy and colonoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes
  • Skin-lesion removal, including warts, moles and skin tags
  • Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy)

Why choose Montserrat
for General Surgery?

At Montserrat Medical Services, our college of surgeons always prioritise your health and safety. Here’s why patients trust us for their surgical care:

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Expert Surgeons

Our General Surgeons are certified by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and bring decades of experience to every procedure.

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Modern Facilities

Procedures are carried out in licensed, hospital-grade operating theatres equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

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Patient-centric care

From initial consultation to recovery, we provide the most transparent and compassionate approach to give you total peace of mind.

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Surgical specialty treatment

Depending on your specific needs, same-day surgery options are available so you can avoid long wait times and receive efficient continuity of care.

Our experienced team of healthcare professionals are here to provide you with personalised care and support.

What is Skin Surgery?

Skin surgery involves diagnosing, treating and removing various skin conditions and lesions, which can range from benign growths to complex skin cancers like melanoma that require surgical oncology. We carry out two forms of skin surgery:

  1. Minor skin procedures performed as an out-patient in one of our consulting suites.
  2. Complex skin surgeries and cancer removals requiring hospital admission at Bundaberg Private Day Hospital.

Our number-one goal is always to deliver the most precise, effective treatment using advanced techniques to guarantee the best possible cosmetic and medical outcomes.

Types of Skin Surgery Procedures

Skin Lesion Removal
Skin Cancer Removal

Your General Surgeon will be able to treat and remove a range of skin lesions, including:

  • Warts, Moles and Skin Tags: Common skin growths that can be safely and, in most cases, easily removed.
  • Seborrheic Keratosis: Benign, waxy skin growths that tend to come with ageing.
  • Actinic Keratosis: Pre-cancerous lesions caused by sun exposure. Treated to prevent them from progressing to skin cancer.
  • Bowen Disease: A form of early skin cancer that appears as a red, scaly patch and requires careful excision.
  • Molluscum Contagiosum: Viral skin lesions that are treated to stop them from spreading and causing discomfort.
  • Other Skin Conditions and Benign Growths: We manage a range of benign growths and skin irregularities.

Skin cancer removal makes up a large part of our surgical services. Our surgeons are highly skilled in treating:

  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A common type of skin cancer that needs precise excision.
  • Basal Cell Carcinoma: Often resulting from sun exposure, this cancer is treated with surgical removal.
  • Melanoma: A potentially dangerous skin cancer. Surgery is required for complete removal and to minimise scarring.

Our Surgical Expertise

At Montserrat Medical Services, our General Surgeons bring unparalleled expertise and their individual surgical specialty to every procedure:

Backed by medical school and qualifications:

Our surgeons are certified by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and have decades of combined experience.

Latest techniques:

We use leading-edge surgical methods to deliver optimal results, including minimally invasive procedures for faster recovery.

Comprehensive care:

From pre-operative consultation to post-surgery recovery, we provide personal care to support every patient’s individual needs.

Post-op support:

Complimentary post-surgery visits help with healing and patient satisfaction.

Our experienced team of healthcare professionals are here to provide you with personalised care and support.

Surgery Techniques

The choice of surgical technique depends on the size, type and location of the lesion. Our options include:

  • Shave Excision: Removes the lesion at the skin’s surface and leaves a small scar.
  • Simple Scissor Excision: Used for removing skin tags and small lesions with the greatest precision.
  • Skin Excision (Full Thickness): Removes deeper lesions with a surrounding margin of healthy tissue.
  • Curettage and Electrodesiccation: Used to scrape and destroy small, superficial lesions.
  • Laser Excision: A minimally invasive option for highly precise lesion removal, often as part of robotic surgery.
  • Cryotherapy: Involves freezing the lesion with liquid nitrogen for removal.

Skin Surgery Risks

While skin surgery is generally safe, like any type of general surgery there is always some level of risk involved with medical procedures. Here are some to consider:

  • Minimal risk of infection, bleeding or changes in skin colour.
  • Scarring (including keloids) can depend on your skin type.
  • Poor wound healing, particularly for patients who have underlying health conditions.
  • Rarely, there may be nerve damage or lesion recurrence.

Our surgeons take every precaution to minimise these risks and ensure the best outcomes for all patients.

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Our General & Skin Surgery Specialists

Dr Kevin Hung

General Surgeon | FRACS MBBS

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Dr Rasika Kotakadeniya

General Surgeon | MBBS MS FRACS

No Gap Doctor
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Dr Grace Lim

General Surgeon | MBBS, MS, FRACS

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Costs

No Gap Surgery

Privately insured patients with appropriate health cover will benefit from our no-gap policy, so you are covered for all in-hospital costs except any applicable policy excess and anaesthetist fees.

Same-Day Surgery

Same-day consultation and surgery options are available for eligible patients with pre-existing pathology reports. Speak with our helpful team to arrange this service.

Uninsured Patients

For uninsured patients, we provide competitive, all-inclusive quotes. Consultation fees apply for pre-operative visits, and a Medicare rebate is available with a valid GP referral.

Book a Consultation

Take the first step towards expert care. Consultations for general and skin surgery are conducted on-site. Our team will assess your condition and provide a custom treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.

Call (07) 3833 6701 to book your appointment today.

General & Skin Surgery FAQs

During surgery, patients can expect a comfortable and safe experience, with the procedure created to meet your specific needs. Post-surgery, our team will provide wound-care instructions and organise follow-up visits to monitor your healing and recovery.

A GP referral is required to get a Medicare rebate for your consultation. However, if urgent care is needed, patients can choose to pay privately and bypass the GP referral process.

For eligible cases, same-day consultation and surgery are available.

Our surgeons treat a range of skin conditions, including benign growths, pre-cancerous lesions and skin cancers like melanoma, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma.