With contributions from multi-disciplinary professionals, all experts in their field, fifteen accessible and well-illustrated chapters examine the key themes of

• Anatomy
• Making an Assessment
• Medicolegal
• Local Anaesthesia
• Surgical Techniques
• Training and Education
• Future Developments

Minor Surgical Procedures for Nurses and Allied Healthcare Professionals provides invaluable information on new role developments, the many challenges in 'getting started' along with topical issues such as informed patient consent and an overview of potential patient reactions. Ultimately it explores and advises on the fundamental skills, both communication and technical, which are key to success.