North Ave Immediate Care in Addison, IL, offers same-day minor surgical procedures in a clean, sterile environment. Whether you need a biopsy, drainage, or lesion removal, our team provides expert care with minimal downtime.
Understanding Minor Procedures
Minor procedures refer to low-risk, outpatient treatments performed under local anesthesia. These are ideal for issues that don’t require hospital surgery but still need medical precision and sterile technique.
Symptoms
- Skin tag, cyst, or wart removal
- Abscess drainage
- Foreign body removal
- Simple wound repair
- Biopsies of skin lesions
When to Seek Care
- You need a procedure that can’t be done at home
- There’s pain, swelling, or risk of infection
- You want a quick, same-day treatment option
- You were referred by your primary care provider
- You prefer an urgent care setting over a hospital
Post-Procedure Tips
Keep the site clean
Follow wound care instructions closely.
Watch for signs of infection
Redness, swelling, or pus should be evaluated.
Avoid heavy activity
Give your body time to heal properly.
Use bandages as directed
Keep the area covered until told otherwise.
Return for suture removal if needed
We’ll let you know when to follow up.