Breast Cancer & Cosmetic Surgery | D B Ghosh

Leading Consultant Breast & Oncoplastic Surgeon in London

Mr Debashis Ghosh

When breast concerns arise, you want calm, clear answers from someone who does this work every day. Mr Debashis (D. B.) Ghosh is a Consultant Breast and Oncoplastic Surgeon in London, recognised for specialist breast cancer surgery, complex oncoplastic reconstruction, and aesthetic breast surgery. He focuses exclusively on breast surgery and supports patients seeking treatment for breast cancer, high-risk breast conditions, reconstructive planning, revision surgery, and advanced breast care.

Patients travel from across the UK and internationally to see Mr Ghosh for complex breast surgery, revision reconstruction and precision oncoplastic techniques. His practice is built around careful assessment, evidence-based decision making, and treatment planning that puts safety first while considering shape and long-term outcome wherever clinically appropriate.

Specialist focus

Mr Ghosh focuses exclusively on breast surgery, providing consultant-led care for breast cancer, high-risk breast conditions, reconstruction planning and revision surgery, with a calm and structured approach throughout.

How care is planned

Every plan is built around careful assessment and evidence-based decision making. The priority is oncological safety and clear next steps, while considering breast shape and long-term outcome wherever clinically appropriate.

Innovation and advanced techniques

Mr Ghosh has helped introduce and develop innovations in breast surgery, including immunofluorescence, wire-free localisation and LYMPHA.

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About Mr Ghosh’s Specialist Breast Surgery

Open the sections below to learn about breast cancer surgery, oncoplastic techniques, international roles, and surgical training.

Mr Ghosh provides specialist breast cancer surgery in London, delivering evidence-based treatment within a multidisciplinary cancer setting. His practice focuses on oncological safety, modern surgical techniques, and personalised surgical planning.

He performs procedures including:

  • Breast conserving surgery with advanced oncoplastic techniques

  • Skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomy

  • Complex tumour resection

  • Reconstructive planning following cancer treatment

  • Revision surgery after previous procedures

Every surgical plan is tailored to your diagnosis and your priorities, with the aim of achieving the best cancer outcome while preserving natural breast form whenever possible.

Related patient pathways:

Oncoplastic breast surgery combines cancer surgery with reconstructive techniques to help preserve breast shape and symmetry while maintaining oncological safety. Mr Ghosh is internationally recognised for expertise in oncoplastic breast surgery, including complex and revision cases.

His expertise includes:

  • Therapeutic mammoplasty

  • Immediate and delayed reconstruction

  • Symmetry surgery

  • Complex revision reconstruction

  • Risk-reducing surgery for genetic breast cancer risk

  • Chest wall perforator flaps

  • Specialised LYMPHA surgery to help prevent lymphoedema where appropriate

Patients value the structured way options are explained. You will be guided through what is possible, what is advisable, and what the next steps look like, without pressure.

Mr Ghosh is a senior NHS Consultant Breast Surgeon at a major London teaching hospital and works within a high-volume tertiary breast unit managing complex cases. He contributes to multidisciplinary breast cancer leadership, surgical training, clinical research and innovation.

He is also:

  • Divisional Director at The London Clinic

  • Clinical Director Breast, NCL Cancer Alliance, NHS England

  • Visiting Professor of Surgery and Consultant in various countries

His clinical and academic work includes involvement in trials and developments such as intraoperative radiotherapy, seed localisation, fluorescence-guided surgery, and other modern techniques used to improve precision in breast cancer care. He is a co-author of a chapter on breast and oncoplastic surgery in Kirk’s Operative Surgery.

Mr Ghosh is a distinguished graduate of Grant Medical College, Bombay University, India. He undertook higher specialist training in breast and oncoplastic surgery at University Hospitals of Leicester, Peterborough and Cambridge.

His advanced training includes:

  • Post-CCT Fellowship at the Royal Free Hospital, London

  • Visiting fellowship at The Paris Breast Institute

  • Dual European Board qualification in Breast Surgery and Surgical Oncology

This specialist pathway supports his focus on complex breast cancer surgery, reconstruction planning, and revision procedures.

Why Patients Choose Mr Debashis Ghosh

Patients and referring doctors trust Mr Ghosh for a combination of specialist focus, clinical judgement and careful planning, especially when decisions feel high stakes.

Exclusive specialist focus

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Mr Ghosh focuses exclusively on breast surgery, so your consultation and treatment plan are built around breast conditions every day, not as a smaller part of a wider general practice. This helps keep decisions clear, relevant, and clinically grounded.

Experience and depth

Risk reducing surgery

You are seen by a consultant with high-volume experience across breast cancer surgery, oncoplastic techniques and reconstruction pathways. This breadth matters when there is more than one safe option and you need a plan that fits your diagnosis, your priorities, and your longer-term outcome.

Complex and revision expertise

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Some situations need a more detailed level of planning, such as complex cases, previous surgery, or revision reconstruction. Mr Ghosh is regularly consulted in these scenarios and draws on international oncoplastic experience to explain what is possible, what is safest, and what is sensible for you.

Clear planning and discretion

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Appointments are calm, structured, and led with clear communication, so you understand your options and the reasoning behind them. Treatment planning is personalised and safety-led, with attention to shape and long-term outcome where clinically appropriate. Care is delivered discreetly in leading London settings.

If you are unsure about a recommendation you have received, or you want clarity before proceeding, a second opinion appointment can be particularly helpful.

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Trusted Breast Surgeon in London

Mr Ghosh’s private practice provides specialist breast surgery in London for patients seeking advanced care, including second opinions and complex surgical planning. Where appropriate, patients are supported in a multidisciplinary framework involving radiology, pathology and oncology.

The aim is simple: clear answers, safe decisions, and a plan you understand.

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One Stop Breast Clinic

Mr Ghosh offers a comprehensive One Stop Breast Clinic for NHS and private patients. This pathway is designed to shorten waiting and reduce uncertainty by coordinating consultation, imaging, and onward tests when needed.

What your assessment may involve

Depending on your situation, assessment may involve:
• Clinical examination
• Ultrasound and mammogram pathways
• Biopsy planning where required
• Clear explanation of results and next steps

Patients also have access to specialist breast care nursing support where available, helping address practical and emotional needs throughout assessment and treatment.

Book a consultation

Your appointment is designed to give you clarity and a clear plan. If you are concerned about symptoms, need diagnostic pathways, or want a structured next step, you can arrange a consultation.

A patient-centred approach

Breast health decisions can feel overwhelming, especially when there is uncertainty. Mr Ghosh takes a patient-centred approach to breast cancer surgery, reconstruction and cosmetic breast procedures, so you feel informed, supported, and clear on what happens next.

Time

Time to ask questions, without feeling rushed.

Clarity

Clear explanation of options, with plain English and honest guidance.

 

Planning

Thoughtful planning, not rushed decisions, with a clear plan agreed around your needs.

 

Privacy

Respect for privacy and discretion throughout your care, with step-by-step next actions after assessment.

The goal is to help you feel informed and supported throughout your care.

Key Specialisms and Treatments

Mr Ghosh’s practice covers the full spectrum of breast surgery, with particular strength in cancer surgery, oncoplastic techniques and reconstruction planning.

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Breast cancer surgery

Wide local excision (lumpectomy)
Sentinel node biopsy
Axillary node clearance
Simple, skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomy
Oncoplastic breast conservation and breast remodelling

Reconstruction

Reconstruction pathways

Immediate and delayed reconstruction pathways
Revision reconstruction and symmetry surgery

Shape

Risk reduction and genetics

Risk-reducing breast surgery
Family history of breast cancer and genetic risk assessment

Benign breast disease

Benign breast concerns

Benign breast disease and breast lumps

Gynaecomastia

Gynaecomastia surgery

Gynaecomastia surgery

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Cosmetic breast surgery

Cosmetic breast surgery including augmentation, reduction, lift and revision

Professional Credentials and Authority

Mr D. B. Ghosh is a consultant breast surgeon with specialist training in breast cancer surgery, oncoplastic techniques, and complex reconstruction planning.

His work includes senior clinical roles, education and research activity, and expert advisory responsibilities. Every consultation is personally led and planned around your individual needs.

Professional credentials

  • Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons

  • UK Specialist Register Consultant

  • Senior NHS Breast Surgeon

  • Oncoplastic surgery specialist

  • Active contributor to surgical education and research

  • Board Certified Cosmetic Surgeon

  • Expert adviser to NICE

  • Medicolegal expert in breast surgery

  • On Specialist Register in the UK, India and Dubai

Professional memberships and patient feedback

  • Association of Breast Surgery

  • British Association of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons

  • Royal College of Surgeons of England

  • General Medical Council

Outstanding Patient Experience - Doctify

Treating Patients From Across The World

Mr Ghosh provides private breast surgery consultations in London and treats patients from:

London is a global centre for advanced breast cancer care, and his practice serves patients seeking world-class expertise.

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Clinics and locations

London clinic locations

Mr Ghosh consults at leading London locations, selected for clinical standards, imaging access and patient experience.

The London Clinic

20 Devonshire Place, Marylebone, London W1

Rapid Diagnostic Centre

146 Harley Street, London,

W1G 7LD

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street, Hampstead, London NW3

Frequently Asked Questions About Mr Ghosh

We’ve put together answers to some of the most common questions to help you get started.

Who is one of the best breast surgeons in London?

Mr Debashis Ghosh is a Consultant Breast and Oncoplastic Surgeon in London with specialist expertise in breast cancer surgery, reconstruction and complex breast cases, including second opinions and revision planning.

Do international patients travel to London for breast surgery?

Yes. Mr Ghosh treats patients from across the UK and internationally who are seeking specialist expertise in breast cancer surgery, reconstruction and complex oncoplastic planning.

Can breast reconstruction be performed at the same time as cancer surgery?

In many cases, yes. Immediate reconstruction may be possible depending on diagnosis, treatment plan and individual factors. Your options and timing will be discussed in detail during consultation.

What are Mr Ghosh's key specialisms and treatments?

Mr Ghosh’s key specialisms and treatments cover the full spectrum of breast surgery, including wide local excision (lumpectomy), sentinel node biopsies and axillary node clearance, as well as mastectomy options including simple and skin-sparing techniques. He also provides risk-reducing breast surgery and breast conservation surgery, and supports patients with breast lumps and concerns linked to family history of breast cancer. Alongside cancer care, he offers oncoplastic procedures and breast remodelling, breast symmetrisation, nipple inversion correction, and cosmetic breast surgery such as breast augmentation (enlargement) and breast reduction.

Still have questions? Let’s talk!

Get in touch

If you would like to arrange a consultation, request a second opinion, or ask a question about your care, you can contact the practice directly using the form below. All enquiries are handled discreetly and in confidence.

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Prefer to Book Directly?

You can request an appointment at The London Clinic or Harley Street for breast cancer consultation, oncoplastic surgery advice or cosmetic breast procedures.

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A distinguished graduate from Grant Medical College, Bombay University, India, Mr Ghosh brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his practice. His journey includes higher specialist training in breast and oncoplastic surgery at the University Hospitals of Leicester, Peterborough, and Cambridge. A post-CCT Fellowship at the Royal Free Hospital London and a visiting fellowship at The Paris Breast Institute honed his skills, especially in special techniques in oncoplastic surgery. Debashish Ghosh also has the distinctive honour of having a dual qualification from the European Board of Surgery in Breast and Surgical Oncology.

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Treatment of breast cancer

Shape

Screening

Benign breast disease

Benign breast disease

Gynaecomastia

Gynaecomastia

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Oncoplastic breast conservation

Intraoperative radiotherapy

Intraoperative radiotherapy

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Keyhole breast surgery

Risk reducing surgery

Risk reducing surgery

Revision

Revision

Reconstruction

Reconstruction

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Symmetrisation surgery

Breast disease

Breast disease

Key Specialisms and Treatments