Office procedures can reduce wait times and keep care in your medical home. We confirm indication, anticoagulation status, infection risk, and consent before sterile technique. For post-procedure expectations, Canadian primary-care references such as CFPC continuing education materials align with how family physicians scope office procedures.
For patient-oriented detail pages—abscess care, joint procedures, skin biopsies, IUD insertion, and others—see our office procedures hub.
Complex lesions, uncertain anatomy, or high bleeding risk may be referred to dermatology, orthopedics, or surgery.
What This Service Includes
Joint injections
Corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid for selected osteoarthritis—after exam and imaging when needed.
Skin procedures
Punch/shave biopsy, minor excisions with pathology—margins discussed per lesion.
Wound care
Irrigation, dressings, tetanus update, infection management.
What to Expect
Assessment
Indication, allergies, anticoagulants, procedural risks explained.
Procedure
Aseptic technique, local anesthesia, specimen handling if applicable.
Aftercare
Written wound care, red-flag symptoms, follow-up for results.
Frequently Asked Questions
You are already under our care; some procedures need a consult visit first to confirm the plan is appropriate.
Joint injections may limit activity for 24–48h; skin procedures need sun protection and wound care.
Local anesthesia or topical freezing; we discuss acetaminophen/NSAIDs if appropriate for you.
We contact you with pathology results and arrange definitive treatment or referral.