Mr Ashish Patel

Qualifications

BMBS (Dist) , MMedSci (Hons), FRCS

GMC number: 7490680

Specialties

General Surgery, Breast Surgery

Sub-specialties: Breast

Consultation times

  • Monday Week 1 13:30-15:30
  • Monday Week 2 13:30-15:30
  • Monday Week 3 13:30-15:30
  • Tuesday Week 4 9:00-12:00
  • Monday Week 5 13:30-15:30
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About

Mr Patel is a Consultant Breast and Oncoplastic Surgeon specialising in the diagnosis, treatment and surgical management of breast cancer, benign breast conditions and hereditary breast cancer risk. He is dedicated to delivering personalised, evidence-based care, helping patients make informed decisions about their health through clear communication and shared decision-making.

His clinical practice focuses on achieving the best possible cancer outcomes while safely maximising breast conservation. By combining precise breast cancer surgery with advanced oncoplastic surgical techniques, he aims to preserve or restore breast shape and appearance whenever appropriate.

Mr Patel offers the full spectrum of modern breast surgery and oncoplastic procedures, including:

  • Breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy and wide local excision)
  • Therapeutic mammoplasty
  • Chest wall perforator flap reconstruction
  • Skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomy
  • Immediate implant-based breast reconstruction
  • Delayed breast reconstruction
  • Revisional and corrective surgery following breast cancer treatment

He also provides expert assessment and management for patients with a strong family history of breast cancer or an increased inherited risk. This includes comprehensive genetic and family history risk evaluation, surveillance planning, and risk-reducing breast surgery where appropriate.

Working within a specialist multidisciplinary breast cancer team, Mr Patel delivers comprehensive care throughout every stage of diagnosis, surgery, treatment and recovery. He works closely with radiologists, oncologists, breast care nurses and reconstructive specialists to ensure each patient receives an individualised treatment plan tailored to their medical needs, lifestyle and personal preferences.

Patients attending Mr Patel's breast clinic can expect compassionate support, expert surgical care and access to the latest advances in breast cancer treatment and breast reconstruction. His goal is not only to treat disease effectively but also to help restore confidence, wellbeing and quality of life following breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.

To book please speak to Mr Patel's medical secretary: 

Lorraine McNickle 
Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital
01242 246559
mrashpatelsecretary@nuffieldhealth.com

Previous patient feedback:
'Ash went beyond the call of duty to make everything clear to me regarding my cancer diagnosis. He was empathetic and very caring. I had the best treatment I could have had and I’m grateful to Ash who couldn’t have done more for me. I can’t thank him or praise him enough. I’m not sure I would have survived without his care. Thank you so much Ash'

'I feel incredibly fortunate to have had Mr Patel as my surgeon. He is an exceptional communicator - calm, reassuring, and always clear, never leaving room for confusion or doubt. Every option was explained thoughtfully and practically, and decisions were made together in a way that made me feel fully informed and involved throughout. I never once felt rushed. Mr Patel is not only an excellent surgeon, but someone who genuinely cares about achieving the best possible outcome for his patients. I am deeply grateful to him and to the incredibly kind and supportive breast care team. THANK YOU!'

'Mr Patel was willing to stay on to see me after my initial diagnostic, and to go through my options, explaining in detail the procedures in an easy to understand and compassionate way. I am part way through my journey with the breast care team, and find Mr Patel kind and easy to communicate with and nothing seems to much trouble.'

Mr Ashish Patel - Patient Reviews and Opinions | IWGC

Special interests

  • Therapeutic mammoplasty
  • Partial breast reconstruction using chest wall perforator flaps
  • Full breast reconstruction using implants, latissimus dorsi (LD) muscle flaps, or chest wall perforator flaps
  • Lipofilling (fat transfer) to improve shape and appearance

Other interests

  • Personalised family history risk assessment
  • Risk reduction strategies, including risk reducing mastectomies and immediate implant reconstruction
  • Breast pain (Mastalgia) assessment and management
  • Surgical mentorship and training

Personal interests

Outside work, Mr Patel enjoys spending time with his wife, their two young children and the family’s miniature dachshund.

A lifelong West Ham United supporter, proving he can remain calm under pressure both in and out of the operating theatre.

Mr Patel’s latest adventure is craft homebrewing, where experimenting with different beer/ale styles provides a welcome change of pace from the demands of surgery.

Treatments and tests offered by Mr Ashish Patel at Nuffield Health

  • Breast lipomodelling
  • Breast uplift (mastopexy)
  • Lumpectomy (breast-conserving surgery)
  • Breast oncology
  • Breast implant removal and replacement
  • Breast reduction surgery

Locations Mr Ashish Patel works with

Related experience

Research

Mr Patel extended his undergraduate studies to complete a first-class honours MMedSci degree in Cancer Biology. He has published several peer-reviewed articles as first and second author and presented his research internationally.

His academic interests have remained central to his professional career, with continued engagement in clinically relevant research alongside his surgical practice. 


Memberships

  • General Medical Council (GMC)
  • Association of Breast Surgeons (ABS)
  • Fellow of Royal Colleges of Surgeons

Other posts held

  • Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon at Cheltenham General Hospital and Stroud General Hospital.
  • Mr Patel oversees the care of emergency inpatients at Gloucester Royal Hospital.
  • Outpatient consultations for the NHS held at Thirlestaine Breast Centre, Cheltenham

Insurers Mr Ashish Patel works with

Mr Ashish Patel works with the following private medical insurance providers:

  • Allianz
  • Aviva Health
  • AXA - Global Healthcare
  • AXA Health
  • Bupa
  • Bupa On Demand
  • Healix
  • Vitality Health (Pru Health)
  • Westfield Health WPA

Declaration

Mr Ashish Patel does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.

Mr Ashish Patel does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.

Mr Ashish Patel does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.