Mr David S Crawford
Mr David S Crawford
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Treatments offered
Skin-cancer Treatment in Wexham
Our dataset currently has 2 clinic(s), with approximately 2 reviews and an average rating of 5.
Medical Infrastructure:
- Home to Wexham Park Hospital (Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust)
- Proximity to multiple private hospitals including Spire Thames Valley Hospital
- Established NHS and private secondary care footprint.
Local Aethetics Market:
- Mature specialist market within hospital framework
- Limited high-street aesthetic saturation.
Goals of Skin-cancer Treatment
- Detect it as early as possible so treatment is more effective and simpler (early melanoma has near-100% cure rates).
- Remove or destroy all cancer cells while preserving as much healthy tissue as possible.
- Prevent spread (metastasis) especially in melanoma and high-risk SCC.
- Reduce likelihood of recurrence with appropriate follow-up and surveillance.
Skin-cancer Treatment Options
Medical & Non-Surgical Approaches
- For actual skin cancer, non-surgical alternatives like creams or topical treatments only apply in limited scenarios (actinic keratosis or very superficial BCC with imiquimod/5-FU), and youd discuss those with a specialist. Most skin cancers require surgical removal as the cornerstone. Other options like radiotherapy or systemic therapy (immunotherapy/chemotherapy) are used depending on type and stage.
Pros of Skin-cancer Treatment
Cons of Skin-cancer Treatment
Cost of Skin-cancer Treatment in Wexham
- For individual lesion diagnosis and removal privately (like suspect moles), prices often sit around GBP 775-GBP 930 including biopsy and histology.
- NHS care is free at the point of delivery for medically necessary treatment, but private costs vary widely based on clinic, complexity, cosmetic considerations and follow-up needs.
- Whether care is through NHS or private practice.
- Type of cancer and complexity (e.g. melanoma versus small BCC).
- Clinic reputation, surgeon experience and geography.
- Inclusion of diagnostics (biopsies, imaging, histology) and aftercare.
- Some advanced treatments (immunotherapy, radiotherapy) come with higher cost profiles.
Accessibility
Public transport:
- Accessible via Slough (Elizabeth Line to London Paddington) and M4 motorway
- Local bus routes connect to hospital sites.
Parking availability:
- On-site hospital parking available (subject to hospital tariffs).
Clinic distribution:
- Hospital-campus-based services rather than high-street clinic distribution.
Airport proximity:
- Approximately 15–20 minutes to London Heathrow Airport.
Preparing for Your Skin-cancer Appointment
Treatment Safety & Local Regulations
Yes, NICE has specific guidance on the assessment and management of melanoma (NG14) and quality standards for skin cancer care that cover prevention, diagnosis, referral and treatment. These guidelines help standardise care and improve outcomes. The MHRA regulates drugs and medical devices used in treatment, and broader clinical practice standards apply.
Local regulatory authority:
- Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulating both NHS and private hospital providers in England.
Private insurance usage locally:
- High usage for dermatology consultations, skin cancer treatment, and medically indicated plastic surgery
- Major insurers (e.g., Bupa, AXA, Aviva) typically accepted at Spire facilities.
Cosmetic finance availability:
- Finance packages commonly offered for elective cosmetic surgery (e.g., breast augmentation) through hospital-approved lenders.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Choosing a Clinic
Current average rating citywide: 5
Recovery & Long-Term Results
Aftercare:
- For actual skin cancer, non-surgical alternatives like creams or topical treatments only apply in limited scenarios (actinic keratosis or very superficial BCC with imiquimod/5-FU), and youd discuss those with a specialist. Most skin cancers require surgical removal as the cornerstone. Other options like radiotherapy or systemic therapy (immunotherapy/chemotherapy) are used depending on type and stage.
