Sebaceous cysts: Ten tips for easier excision

Excision of sebaceous ( epidermoid) cystsis a common surgical procedure performed by family physicians. In 2003, I started a referralclinic in Kingston, Ont, called the Minor Office Procedures Clinic. My objectives were to provide a clinic for referralsfrom family doctors who did not do minor surgeryand to use this as an opportunity to teach first-year family medicineresidents. Many family doctors in our area have stopped doing surgery in their offices, perhaps because of overloaded practices, compensation issues, or concerns about equipment.