Facing a breast cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. With Mr Jamie Vatish, a leading consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon Birmingham patients can visit, you can face your diagnosis. His expertise, combined with his compassionate approach, ensures that patients throughout their breast cancer journey.
Expert Breast Cancer Care
Mr Vatish has dedicated his career to breast surgery, with a particular focus on breast cancer. He provides a wide range of surgical options for all types and stages of breast cancer. This ensures each patient receives the right treatment. His extensive experience covers procedures such as lumpectomies, where the cancerous tumour is removed while preserving as much healthy breast tissue as possible; mastectomies, involving the removal of the entire breast with options for immediate or delayed reconstruction; and sentinel lymph node biopsies, which accurately stage the cancer and determine the extent of its spread.
Mr Vatish is also highly skilled in various breast reconstruction techniques, including implant-based reconstruction and autologous reconstruction which involves taking tissue from another part of the body to create a new breast. Every patient has a chance to explore their options and make an informed decision fitting their preferences and best potential outcomes
Oncoplastic Techniques – Combining Cancer Treatment with Cosmetic Results
Mr Vatish is a strong advocate for oncoplastic breast surgery, an innovative approach that combines cancer surgery with plastic surgery techniques. This allows him to achieve the best possible cancer treatment. It also allows for improved cosmetic outcomes and preserving a natural breast appearance whenever possible. He believes that positive cosmetic results can impact a patient’s self-esteem and quality of life during and after breast cancer treatment.
Efficient Care through One Stop Breast Clinics
Recognising the importance of prompt diagnosis and treatment, Mr Vatish offers One Stop Breast Clinics. These clinics provide a streamlined pathway for patients. It combines rapid evaluation of symptoms and quick identification of any concerns requiring further attention.
During a One-Stop Clinic visit, patients have a comprehensive consultation with Mr Vatish to discuss their medical history and concerns, immediate imaging with on-site mammograms and ultrasounds, and biopsies, where if required, a tissue biopsy is performed during the same visit, with results typically available within a few days. This approach minimises delays and allows for prompt treatment if necessary.
Mr Vatish’s Hospital Locations
Mr Vatish practices at several leading hospitals in Birmingham, making his expertise accessible to a wider patient population. You can attend his clinics at:
- HCA Harborne Hospital: A modern private hospital offering a comfortable and supportive environment.
- The Birmingham Priory Hospital: A well-established private hospital.
- The Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham: A renowned NHS teaching hospital offering advanced facilities and expertise.
Booking a Consultation with your Breast Cancer Surgeon Birmingham
If you are concerned about breast cancer or require breast surgery, scheduling a consultation with Mr Vatish is the first step. You can arrange a referral via your oncologist or GP or arrange a private consultation easily with a call or e-mail to his secretary Elizabeth Nelson.