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Miss Christina ChoySurgery in West London
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Miss Christina Choy

Surgery in West London, Central London, W1G Marylebone London and East London

MBBS FRACS FRCSEd FCSHK
GMC: 3553082

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Expert in:
Benign breast lumps
Breast augmentation
Breast reconstruction
Breast cancer
Mastitis
Breast ultrasound
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Professional statement

Miss Christina Choy is an experienced oncoplastic breast surgeon based in London. She treats all with respect, honesty and with compassion and professionalism. She has a specialist expertise in one-stop rapid assessment for various breast symptoms and lumps, family history risk assessment and genetic testing, breast screening and counselling, state of the arts management for both benign breast disease and breast cancer. She works with a group of dedicated multidisciplinary team members to provide holistic personal care with updated and cutting-edge management approaches for breast management..

Miss Christina Choy qualified from the Medical School of the University of Sydney and undertook her postgraduate training in surgery and has worked in various major centres in Australia, Hong Kong and the UK, including The Royal Marsden Hospital and St Bartholomew’s Hospital. She worked as consultant breast surgeon in the NHS previously and was once Lead for the Breast Service at the Homerton University Hospital. She has worked in the private sector since 2003. From January 2017 she has worked exclusively in the private sectors with practising privileges at the London Breast Institute in the Princess Grace Hospital, the London Clinic, Welbeck, King Edward VII Hospital, the Harley Street Clinic (16 Devonshire Street), The Lister Hospital, the Chelsea Outpatient Centre, the Chiswick Medical Centre and the Clementine Churchill Hospital

Miss Choy has worked in research and studies in conjunction with the pathology department at St Bartholomew's Hospital on a study of the gene arrays and demographic data of young women, particularly Afro-Caribbean women and other ethnic groups, presenting with breast cancer. Other projects that she is involved in include research into barriers to women accessing early diagnosis and treatment for breast cancer in various ethnic groups (in conjunction with King's College Hospital), and presented the development of a 23-hour model for early discharge after breast cancer surgery in Parliament for Black Afro-Caribbean and Ethnic Minority Group, BAEM).

Clinics

The Clementine Churchill Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
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    The Clementine Churchill Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

    West London, Sudbury Hill, HA1 3RX

    Medical insurances accepted

    I'm paying for myself
    Bupa
    AXA
    AVIVA
    Cigna
    WPA
    Vitality

Credentials

Professional experience

  • 40 years of experience
  • Consultant Breast Surgeon, London Breast Institute, Princess Grace Hospital, London (present)
  • Consultant Breast Surgeon, Harley Street Clinic, London (present)
  • Consultant Breast Surgeon, HCA Chiswick Outpatient and Diagnostic Centre, London (present)
  • Consultant Breast Surgeon at Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth, London (previous)
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Subspecialties

  • One stop rapid breast assessment with 3D mammogram, ultrasound scan and MRI breast scan
  • Risk assessment and counselling, including lifestyle holistic approach, genetic testing and risk reduction surgeries
  • Breast cancer treatment (oncoplastic surgery, using implants, flaps and fat transfer (liporemodelling)
  • Breast reconstruction
  • Breast screening
  • Breast lumps (axilla lumps and swelling)
  • Breast pain and discomfort
  • Breast augmentation
  • Breast reduction
  • Cosmetic breast surgery
  • Mammoplasty
  • Lymphoedema management
  • Nipple discharge, areola rash and itchiness
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Professional memberships

  • Member of Association of Breast Surgeons in UK
  • Member of Breast Surgeons International
  • Member of Breast Section at the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
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Education

  • MBBS at University of Sydney (1986)
  • FCSHK at College of Surgeons, Hong Kong (1993)
  • FRCS(Ed) at Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh (1993)
  • FRACS at Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (1998)
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Positions in organisations

  • Trustee for the Breast Cancer Hope charity

Publications and conferences

  • Miss Choy has published peer-reviewed papers in leading medical journals in the field of skin sparing mastectomy and reconstruction, ductal carcinoma in situ and lipofilling.
  • Nipple-sparing mastectomy using a hemi-periareolar incision with or without minimal medial-lateral extensions; clinical outcome and patient satisfaction: a single centre prospective observational study.  El Hage Chehade H, Headon H, Wazir U, Carmaichael AR, Choy C, Kasem A, Mokbel K, Am J Surg. 2016.
  • Clinical outcome and patient satisfaction with the use of bovine-derived acellular dermal matrix (SurgiMend™) in implant based immediate reconstruction following skin sparing mastectomy: A prospective observational study in a single centre. Headon H, Kasem A, Manson A, Choy C, Carmichael AR, Mokbel K, Surg Oncol. 2016.
  • Current treatment of DCIS. Choy C , Mokbel K , WJCO. 2015.
  • Towards optimal treatment of DCIS. Choy C, Mokbel K, WJCO. 2014.
  • Evaluation of outcome after immediate breast reconstruction: prospective comparison of four methods. Gui G, Kodayaprath G, Tan SM, Faliakou El, Choy C et al. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2005.
  • Immediate breast reconstruction using biodimensional anatomical permanent expander implants: a prospective analysis of outcome and patient satisfaction. Maxwell GP, Gui G, Tan SM, Faliakou E, Choy C, A’Hern R and Ward A, Plast Reconstr Surg. 2003.
  • Predictors of positive margins after local excision of ductal carcinoma in situ. Mokbel K, Choy C et al . Am J Surg. 2001.
  • Adjuvant radiotherapy for DCIS. Mokbel K, Choy C, Carpenter R, Lancet. 2000.
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Languages spoken

  • Chinese (mandarin)
  • English
Registration number: 3553082

Reviews

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11 reviews

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  • I was worried about some significant breast changes. Miss Choy was very thorough. She has an excellent bedside manner. I was listened to carefully. She isn't dismissive. She thinks outside the box. If only other doctors were like her.
    13 March 2025

    C.H.

    Verified patient
  • Dr. Choy is amazing, kind, reassuring, and always cheerful
    13 August 2023

    E.B.

    Verified patient
  • Excellent
    25 June 2023

    M.P.

    Verified patient
  • Highly recommend Miss Choy, very nice and approachable.
    8 July 2019

    D.L.

    Verified patient
  • Highly recommend Miss Choy, very nice and approachable.
    8 July 2019

    D.L.

    Verified patient
  • I had a consultation with Ms Choy and she was excellent. She had a nice manner about her, listened carefully and was honest in her assessment of my issue.
    22 August 2018

    C.M.

    Verified patient
  • I had a consultation with Ms Choy and she was excellent. She had a nice manner about her, listened carefully and was honest in her assessment of my issue.
    22 August 2018

    C.M.

    Verified patient
  • 22 July 2017

    G.S.

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  • 22 July 2017

    G.S.

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  • 16 June 2017

    A.V.

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Treatments

The doctor is expert in

Benign breast lumps

Breast augmentation

Breast cancer

Breast reconstruction

Breast ultrasound

Mastitis

The doctor also specialises in:

Abdominal pain

Acellular dermal matrix (ADM)

Acid reflux

Anaplastic large cell lymphoma

BRCA gene

Bariatric surgery

Breast MRI

Breast asymmetry

Breast augmentation with implants

Breast cancer surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Miss Christina Choy's specialty?

Miss Christina Choy is a consultant specialising in Surgery, with extensive experience in assessing and treating patients within this field.

Which conditions and treatments does Miss Christina Choy specialise in?

Miss Christina Choy is a surgeon who provides assessment and treatment for Breast reconstruction, Benign breast lumps, Mastitis, Breast cancer, Breast augmentation and Breast ultrasound. During your consultation, you will be informed of the most suitable options following a personalised evaluation.

How many years of experience does Miss Christina Choy have?

Miss Christina Choy has 40 years of professional experience as a consultant surgeon, providing specialist assessment and treatment in this medical field.

What do patients say about Miss Christina Choy?

Patients give a rating of 5.0 out of 5 to Miss Christina Choy, a score considered excellent. This average is based on 11 verified patient reviews, reflecting the experience of those who have attended an appointment.

Are Miss Christina Choy's reviews verified?

Yes. All Miss Christina Choy's reviews come from verified patients who have attended either an in-person or an e-Consultation appointment. We use a system that ensures authenticity and prevents fake reviews. Some profiles may also display reviews from other platforms, which follow their own verification policies, with the source always clearly indicated.

Where does Miss Christina Choy practise?

Miss Christina Choy practices in the following locations:

  • West London at Sudbury Hill
  • Central London at 42-52 Nottingham Place
  • W1G Marylebone London at 16 Devonshire St
  • West London at 347 - 353 Chiswick High Road
  • W1G Marylebone London at 20 Devonshire Place
  • Central London at Chelsea Bridge Road
  • Central London at 1 Welbeck St, London W1G 0AR, UK
  • W1G Marylebone London at 5-10 Beaumont Street
  • Central London at 280 King's Road
  • East London at 1 Westferry Circus

In-person consultations are available at these locations as a Surgery.

How can I book an appointment with Miss Christina Choy?

You can book an appointment with Miss Christina Choy directly from this page by selecting the time that suits you best. Alternatively, you can call the phone number shown if you prefer personalised assistance.

Does Miss Christina Choy see NHS patients?

Many specialists featured on Top Doctors also hold NHS positions. However, appointments arranged for Miss Christina Choy through this platform are private, either self-pay or covered by private medical insurance.

Does Miss Christina Choy offer private appointments?

Yes, Miss Christina Choy offers private appointments for patients seeking flexible and direct access to a consultant surgeon.

Does Miss Christina Choy offer online consultations?

At the moment, Miss Christina Choy does not offer online consultations. You can book an in-person appointment from this page or call +44 02084347566. When calling, please mention that you are a Top Doctors patient.

Does Miss Christina Choy accept insurance?

Miss Christina Choy works with the following private medical insurance providers: Bupa, AXA, AVIVA, Cigna, WPA and Vitality. If your insurer is not listed, you may contact the practice directly to confirm your coverage.

What is Miss Christina Choy's availability?

Miss Christina Choy's availability depends on the appointment slots open at any given time. On this page, you can check current availability, and if no slots are shown, you can request an appointment or contact the practice directly.

What payment methods does Miss Christina Choy offer?

You can pay for your consultation with Miss Christina Choy using the following methods: Self-paying.

What languages does Miss Christina Choy speak?

Miss Christina Choy is a surgeon who offers consultations in Chinese (mandarin) and English.

How is Miss Christina Choy selected to appear on this platform?

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