
Dr Ioannis NtanosGender Affirming Surgeon in Central London
Professional statement
Dr Ioannis Ntanos is a highly respected gender affirming surgeon based in London, practising at the Cadogan Clinic. Specialising in FTM top surgery, gender-affirming surgery, and masculinisation surgery, he is dedicated to providing expert surgical care to transgender and non-binary individuals.
With a strong commitment to patient-centred treatment, he ensures that every individual receives compassionate and personalised care throughout their surgical journey. Originally from Thessaloniki, Greece, Dr Ntanos obtained his medical degree from the University of Ovidius in Constanța, before completing his general surgical training and oncoplastic specialisation in Paris. Since moving to the UK in 2013, he has been at the forefront of gender-affirming healthcare, becoming the lead for gender affirmation surgery at North Manchester General Hospital in 2019. His extensive experience includes performing over 980 top surgery procedures. In addition to his clinical expertise, he holds a Master's in Healthcare Ethics and Law from the University of Manchester, reinforcing his commitment to ethical and inclusive surgical care.
Beyond surgery, Dr Ntanos is a passionate educator and advocate. He has launched Masterclasses in Top Surgery, authored a dedicated chapter on top surgery to Breast Surgery: A Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice, and regularly speaks at national and international conferences. As a member of WPATH, BAGIS, CMI and IME he continues to shape the future of gender-affirming surgery, ensuring the highest standards for patient care.
With a strong commitment to patient-centred treatment, he ensures that every individual receives compassionate and personalised care throughout their surgical journey. Originally from Thessaloniki, Greece, Dr Ntanos obtained his medical degree from the University of Ovidius in Constanța, before completing his general surgical training and oncoplastic specialisation in Paris. Since moving to the UK in 2013, he has been at the forefront of gender-affirming healthcare, becoming the lead for gender affirmation surgery at North Manchester General Hospital in 2019. His extensive experience includes performing over 980 top surgery procedures. In addition to his clinical expertise, he holds a Master's in Healthcare Ethics and Law from the University of Manchester, reinforcing his commitment to ethical and inclusive surgical care.
Beyond surgery, Dr Ntanos is a passionate educator and advocate. He has launched Masterclasses in Top Surgery, authored a dedicated chapter on top surgery to Breast Surgery: A Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice, and regularly speaks at national and international conferences. As a member of WPATH, BAGIS, CMI and IME he continues to shape the future of gender-affirming surgery, ensuring the highest standards for patient care.
Clinics

Cadogan Clinic
Central London, 120 Sloane Street, Chelsea, SW1X 9BWMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 16 years of experience
- Gender Affirming Surgeon, Cadogan Clinic
Subspecialties
- FTM top surgery
- Gender affirming Surgery
Professional memberships
- World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH)
- British Association of Gender Identity Specialists (BAGIS)
Education
- MBA, University of Manchester (2021)
- MA in Ethics and the Law, University of Manchester (2011)
Teaching posts
- Provides training at all levels for healthcare professionals on best practices in transgender healthcare and top surgery
- Launched the first in a range of Masterclasses in Top Surgery in 2023
Positions in organisations
- Chair of the Clinical Ethics Committee at North Manchester General Hospital (2020–2022)
Prizes and awards
- Doctor of the year, North Manchester General Hospital (2019)
- Shortlisted for the National Diversity Award (2021) in the "Role model for LGBTQ+" category
Languages spoken
- English
- Greek
Registration number: 7097906