Medical articles of The Outpatients and Diagnostic Centre at 30 Devonshire Street (HCA)

Benign breast lumps are lumps in the breast that are benign, which means non-cancerous. That being said, no woman should ever assume that a new lump or change in the breast is benign until she has been seen by a specialist. Miss Tena Walters describes what non-cancerous breast lumps feel like and how often women should be screened for breast cancer.

By Professor Paul Chatrath
17.06.19
Otolaryngology / ENT

FAQs about ear pinning surgery

Is it a major operation? Is there an ideal age for surgery? How can I refer my child for ear pinning surgery? And how much does it cost? We put your most common questions about ear pinning surgery to Mr Paul Chatrath , a distinguished London ear, nose and throat surgeon, specialising in rhinology and facial plastic surgery.

By Professor Paul Chatrath
20.03.19
Otolaryngology / ENT

Tonsillectomy in adults and children

When is a tonsillectomy necessary? How does it work? Does the procedure differ between adults and children? We spoke to distinguished London ear, nose and throat surgeon Mr Paul Chatrath to find out the answers:

three surgeons preparing for a surgical procedure

By Professor Paul Chatrath
31.01.19
Otolaryngology / ENT

Septorhinoplasty: why have a nose job and what to expect

Surgery may be done on the nose for a number of reasons. Perhaps the individual isn’t happy with the appearance of their nose and their motivation is purely cosmetic; other times they can’t breathe properly, so they opt for surgery for functional reasons. On some occasions, the surgery may be a combination of the two. Distinguished ENT surgeon Mr Paul Chatrath is here to explain septorhinoplasty.

By Professor Kavin Andi
18.09.18
Oral & maxillofacial surgery

Facial reconstruction surgery following trauma

Facial trauma can result from numerous causes, such as road traffic accidents or sports, and the results can often cause bone, nerve and muscle damage. Mr Kavin Andi, a top maxillofacial surgeon, explains the process of facial reconstruction surgery following trauma.

By Professor Kavin Andi
21.06.18
Oral & maxillofacial surgery

The causes, symptoms and ways to avoid oral cancer

Mr Kavin Andi, an expert maxillofacial surgeon, explains what causes oral cancers and how they are best avoided. The most effective preventative measures include smoking cessation and limiting your alcohol intake.

moles, freckles, sun damage, dermatology, skin growths, melanoma, skin cancer

By Professor Ramia Mokbel
26.04.18
Dermatology

Why do we get moles?

Nearly everyone has moles - small pigmented growths on the skin that vary in shape and size - but it is important to keep an eye on them in case they change. Leading London dermatologist Professor Ramia Mokbel explains.

By Professor Paul Chatrath
18.10.17
Otolaryngology / ENT

Sinusitis: Q&A session with an ENT specialist

Leading ENT specialist Mr Paul Chatrath answers all of your questions on sinusitis, explaining symptoms and possible treatments for the most common types of sinusitis.

By Professor Kavin Andi
17.10.17
Oral & maxillofacial surgery

5 facts about mouth cancer

Oral cancer can start anywhere in the mouth, including in the lips, front of the tongue, gums, the lining of the cheeks and lips, the floor and roof of the mouth, and behind the wisdom tooth.