Mr Ross McLean

I am an award-winning Consultant Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Breast Surgeon specialising in oncoplastic and cosmetic breast surgery, and male breast conditions. I work exclusively in breast surgery and focus on providing safe, effective treatment with a personalised approach to care. I completed my surgical training in the North East of England, gaining extensive experience in leading oncoplastic breast units. I have been a consultant at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead since 2023. I was proud to complete a prestigious advanced fellowship in complex revisional and cosmetic breast surgery. I gained expertise across the full range of breast surgery including the use of cosmetic surgical techniques to deliver complex reconstruction in the treatment of breast cancer. Whilst operating in private practice, I honed my skills in cosmetic breast surgery to master aesthetic breast correction; breast augmentation, lifts, and reductions to help patients achieve their desired aesthetic goals. I further deepened my skills in complex breast reconstruction and revisional breast surgery, meanwhile training the unit in advanced breast conservation techniques that help patients preserve their natural appearance with exceptional results. Beyond my undergraduate distinctions and honours, I have received several national awards and fellowships in recognition of my work. These include the ASGBI Gold Medal for achieving the top result in the FRCS Consultant Examination, the National ABS Educational Fellowship in Cosmetic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery, and the National Mammary Fold Fellowship in Gender-Affirming Surgery. In addition to my clinical work, I hold several national and regional leadership and guideline development roles. I have won nine national and international prizes and act as Surgical Lead for the Northern Cancer Alliance breast pathways, helping to improve breast cancer care across the region. I am also the lead author of national guidelines for the Association of Breast Surgery, including guidance on the care of male patients with gynaecomastia and breast cancer, the assessment of children with breast symptoms, and breast screening for gender-diverse individuals. My patient reported feedback is consistently positive (see patients’ feedback on  https://www.iwantgreatcare.org) I am actively involved in research, with over 25 publications and multiple national and international awards for my work. Please see  https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ross-Mclean  for my research.

Minimally invasive (Motiva Preservé™) Breast Augmentation Cosmetic breast surgery Gynaecomastia surgery