1800 867 1390Many skin conditions requiring surgical intervention can be treated in primary care. This video demonstrates how to remove a sebaceous cyst on the shin.
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HealthCert Education
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A lot of conditions requiring surgical intervention can be performed in primary care. In the video below experienced surgeon Maurice Brygel demonstrates how to remove a cyst on the shin.
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