Malignant
Expert Care for Malignant Skin Conditions
Leading Consultant Plastic Surgeon at The Christie Cancer Centre
As a Consultant Plastic Surgeon at The Christie Cancer Centre in Manchester, I specialize in the complex field of reconstructive surgery for patients with head and neck, breast, advanced skin cancer, and perineal defects following cancer resection. My expertise extends to private skin surgery through The Mole Clinic in London and Manchester, offering comprehensive care for malignant skin conditions.
Prestigious Academic Achievements
My medical education commenced at Brighton and Sussex Medical School, where I graduated with Distinction and garnered numerous accolades, including:
- Chancellor’s Scholarship for top 3 performance
- National Awards from the Association of Physicians and the Association of Physicians of GB and Ireland
- Society of Academic and Research Surgery (SARS) bursary X 2
- Restore Burn Research Fellowship Award
- Royal Society of Medicine Best Research Award
- British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons Grant
- Richard Thatcher Grant for Skin Biology Research
- Southdown Trust Grant for Research into Burn Wound Therapy
- Gilchrist Foundation Travel Grant for “academically excellent” students
Additionally, I completed a BSc in Biomedical Science with 1st Class (Honours) and was recognized as the best research student of my cohort.
Comprehensive Plastic Surgery Training
My postgraduate training included rotations in Glasgow, Newcastle, and Nottingham, with advanced plastic surgery training in Essex and Norwich. I completed an advanced fellowship in Head and Neck and facial reconstructive and aesthetic surgery in Chelmsford, Essex, where I gained specialized skills in managing facial paralysis. I passed the FRCS(Plast) exams, received a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), and was admitted to the plastic surgery Specialist Register by the GMC. My training period saw the publication of over 60 scientific articles and several textbook chapters, along with awards for outstanding course performance at the MY Plastic Surgery course.
Specialized Expertise in Malignant Skin Conditions
I have extensive experience in the surgical removal of malignant skin tumors from any area of the body, particularly the head and neck. My reconstructive approaches include:
- Skin Grafts: Effective solutions for covering large defects.
- Local Tissue Rearrangements: Utilizing surrounding tissues to achieve optimal results.
- Free Tissue Transplants: Advanced techniques for extensive reconstructions.
Advanced Head and Neck Cancer Surgery
I possess specialized skills in all aspects of head and neck cancer surgery, including:
- Cancer Removals: Precise excision of tumors.
- Parotidectomy and Neck Dissection: Advanced procedures for comprehensive cancer treatment.
- Facial Paralysis Correction: Restoring function and aesthetics.
- Facial and Nose Reconstruction: Rebuilding features with meticulous attention to detail.
- Skin Cancer Surgeries: Including sentinel lymph node biopsy, groin, and axilla dissection.
Private Practice for Malignant Conditions
In my private practice, I offer a range of procedures for malignant skin conditions, focusing on patient safety and satisfaction. These include:
- Skin Cancer Excision: Precise removal of cancerous lesions.
- Reconstructive Surgeries: Ensuring the best possible functional and aesthetic outcomes.
Patient-Focused, Compassionate Care
My commitment is to provide compassionate, empathetic, and patient-focused care, treating every patient as I would my own family. You will receive honest and up-to-date assessments, with referrals to other specialists when necessary to ensure the best care.