A randomised controlled trial comparing video-assisted informed medical consent to traditional doctor patient consent for Mohs micrographic surgery.

INTERVENTION: Participants will watch a 6 minute video describing Mohs micrographic surgery, including the method, risks, benefits, alternatives and aftercare. Following this, they will then see their doctor to address any personal questions or concerns, however, the procedure will not be explained to them again. Adherence will be ensured through direct observation of the participants by the study personnel. CONDITION: Cancer ‐ Non melanoma skin cancer Skin ‐ Dermatological conditions Skin cancer; ; Skin cancer Surgery ‐ Surgical techniques PRIMARY OUTCOME: Patient comprehension of the procedure, assessed using a 10‐item knowledge questionnaire that was designed specifically for the study. ; [Immediately after the consent process] SECONDARY OUTCOME: Patient anxiety levels, as measured using the 6‐item State‐Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI).[Immediately before and after the consent process] Patient satisfaction, as measured using a Likert scale satisfaction survey[Immediately after the consent process] Time per consultation between patient and doctor, assessed by the study personnel using a stopwatch.[Time of consultation ] INCLUSION CRITERIA: Patients attending the Mohs micrographic surgery clinic at Royal North Shore Hospital or The Skin Hospital who will be consented for Mohs micrographic surgery.