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Mr Abdul Kasem
MD MRCS AFRCS FRCS (Ed) FRCS (Eng)
GMC: 5197138Professional statement
Mr Abdul Kasem is a highly qualified oncoplastic, reconstructive and cosmetic breast surgeon with private clinics at Harley Street, London Bridge Hospital, BMI Chelsfield Park Hospital, Orpington, BMI The Sloane Hospital and Spire Alexandra Hospital. He has a special interest in breast care (lumps and discharge), breast cancer, breast reconstruction, breast augmentation and breast reduction.
Mr Kasem is an experienced oncoplastic breast surgeon with a specialist expertise in one stop rapid assessment for breast lumps, different breast symptoms, breast screening, family history risk assessment and state of the art management for both benign breast disease and breast cancer. Mr Kasem works within a dedicated multidisciplinary team to provide the best holistic personal care.
Aside from his private practice, Mr Kasem is a consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon at King’s College Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Mr Kasem completed his training and experience within the Oncoplastic Breast Unit at the Princess Royal University Hospital. He spent 18 months as part-time secondment with the oncoplastic breast surgery team at the Royal Marsden Hospital. He joined the South-East London Breast Cancer Screening at King’s College University and the oncoplastic team at St Thomas Hospital to attend breast cancer patients. Mr Kasem has mastered his surgical skills by attending many international breast care and surgery master classes and workshops.
He offers courses to GPs on the management of breast symptoms. Mr Kasem has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles on topics such as skin-sparing mastectomies and lipofilling and is a member of Editorial Board of the Journal of Annals of Breast Cancer in the USA. He has won as many as 12 WOW! Awards for Outstanding Patients Experience, and was nominated by breast cancer patients for the Pride in Medway Award in 2013.
His breast oncoplastic and cosmetic breast skills include primary breast cancer surgery, breast reconstruction surgery, breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast mastopexy (uplift), breast lipomodelling and lipofilling with fat grafting, immediate and delayed breast reconstruction and nipple reconstruction.
Mr Kasem is one of the first certified cosmetic surgeons by the Royal College of Surgeons of England in the United Kingdom.
Clinics
Bucks Cross Rd, Chelsfield, Orpington, South London, SE1 9BSMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 28 years of experience
- Oncoplastic, reconstructive and cosmetic breast surgeon, The Harley Street Clinic Diagnostic Centre (present)
Subspecialties
- Benign breast lumps
- Breast cancer
Professional memberships
- Member of the British Association of Surgical Oncology (BASO)
- Member of the Association of Breast Surgeons (ABS)
Education
- FRCS (General surgery) Intercollegiate Fellowship Specialty Examination in General Surgery Intercollegiate Specialty Boards & Joint Committee on Intercollegiate Examinations (2009)
- MRCS, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (2002)
Publications and conferences
- Mr Kasem has published many original articles in peer-review journals covering different hot topics of breast cancer surgery, breast cancer management, breast reconstruction surgery and aesthetic cosmetic breast surgery.
- Can Complete Axillary Node Dissection Be Safely Omitted in Patients with Early Breast Cancer When the Sentinel Node Biopsy Is Positive for Malignancy? An Update for Clinical Practice. In Vivo. 2018 Nov-Dec;32(6):1477-1480. doi: 10.21873/invivo.11402.
Prizes and awards
- WOW! Award for Patients Outstanding Experience (2015)
- Annual WOW Award for Patients Outstanding Experience (2014)
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 5197138
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- I feel incredibly lucky to have been referred to you, as I had no idea that The Shard had a breast clinic. Dr Kassim has been so kind, compassionate and understanding throughout my treatment. You never once made me feel that I was asking too many questions, even when I asked the same things repeatedly. You always seemed to understand how I was feeling and knew exactly what reassurance and support I needed.You are not only an exceptional doctor, but also a truly kind and special person.
- So happy with my result and service provided throughout, recommend Dr Kaseem to everyone.
- Mr Kasem immediately put me at ease from my first consultation with him. I felt listened to regarding my needs and wants and also came aaay from the first consultation very informed and confident in my decisions. The care throughout my consultations, surgery, and aftercare has been second to none. I am extremely happy with my results and would highly recommend Mr Kasem to anyone looking for breast augmentation surgery.
- I received excellent care from Mr Kasem and feel incredibly fortunate to have had him guide me through my breast cancer diagnosis, surgery and recovery. He combines outstanding expertise with genuine kindness and empathy, always taking time to answer my questions and never making me feel rushed. His compassion and commitment to the best possible outcome gave me great confidence throughout a very challenging time. I highly recommend him.
- I could never go to any other surgeon, Mr Kasem and his team are a gift and truly wonderful human beings. I would very highly recommend Mr Kasem, he treats his patients like family
- I had a breast lift with Mr Kasem and couldn’t be happier. His clear explanations, photos of past work, and calm manner made me feel confident from the start. On surgery day he put me at ease, and the results are amazing. Healing has been smooth, and his attentive aftercare has been outstanding. I don’t regret my decision at all.
- I have recently had a breast augmentation with Mr Kasem and I cannot thank him enough! I am delighted with the results! He is the most friendliest, professional surgeon who has such a warm nature. I was extremely anxious but he put me at ease everytime I saw him. His job is clearly his passion as the attention to detail he provides in both surgery and after care is amazing! I would 100% recommend Mr Kasem! Thank you so much for giving me the confidence I have lacked for so many years!
- Mr Kasem is the most organised and hard working surgeon who is clearly held in the highest esteem by all his patients and colleagues. I feel so incredibly indebted that he was able to help me and is continuing to keep me safe with such good monitoring.
- I’m currently 3 weeks post op so far loving the results and the aftercare has been amazing!