Overview

• The Xunta de Galicia has approved a €1.7 million plan to enable primary care centers to perform minor surgical procedures for patients over 16.
• The program will launch this summer at pilot centers in Pontevedra and Lugo, with a phased regional rollout planned through 2029.
• Procedures will include treating skin conditions, nail issues, uncomplicated wounds, granulomas, and benign cysts, using standardized equipment and protocols.
• The initiative seeks to reduce hospital wait times, improve healthcare access in rural areas, and reinforce primary care as a cornerstone of the public health system.
• While training for healthcare professionals is underway, decisions regarding additional staffing for the program remain unresolved.