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Mr Kislaya Kumar ThakurBreast Surgeon in South London
Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur
Breast Surgeon in South London and Orpington
MBBS MS(Gen Surg) FRCS FRCS(Gen Surg)
GMC: 4463898Professional statement
Mr Kislaya Thakur is an experienced consultant general surgeon with a specialist interest in breast surgery. Practising at BMI The Blackheath Hospital and LycaHealth Orpington, Mr Thakur provides attentive and expert advice on all benign and malignant breast disease, including problems with breastfeeding and lactation, inflammatory disease, skin lesions and lumps. He is a strong advocate of greater patient awareness around breast cancer symptoms and runs a comprehensive screening service, covering family history and genetic testing. Mr Thakur also runs a wide general surgical practice covering hernias, haemorrhoids, fissures, and hydrocele.
Mr Thakur graduated in medicine from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1988, then was awarded an MS-Masters in Surgery at the same institute in 1992, for his thesis on major trauma outcomes. In 1995 he moved to the UK and pursued specialist training at the Hedley Atkins Breast Unit, Guy’s Hospital and the HPB Unit at King’s College Hospital. He has been practising at consultant level since 2003. He is the lead for his local breast cancer MDT-Multi-Disciplinary Team and the Clinical Director for Cancer at his NHS Trust. In addition to his long experience as a surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon ) he has past experience of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, thus providing holistic advice pertaining to all aspects of breast cancer care. He also leads on the local LWABC-Living with and beyond cancer agenda.
In addition to his clinical practice, Mr Thakur has presented on related subjects at various national and international scientific meetings. He remains committed to teaching & training of undergraduates from GKT medical school and postgraduates from the London Deanery.
Mr Thakur graduated in medicine from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1988, then was awarded an MS-Masters in Surgery at the same institute in 1992, for his thesis on major trauma outcomes. In 1995 he moved to the UK and pursued specialist training at the Hedley Atkins Breast Unit, Guy’s Hospital and the HPB Unit at King’s College Hospital. He has been practising at consultant level since 2003. He is the lead for his local breast cancer MDT-Multi-Disciplinary Team and the Clinical Director for Cancer at his NHS Trust. In addition to his long experience as a surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon ) he has past experience of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, thus providing holistic advice pertaining to all aspects of breast cancer care. He also leads on the local LWABC-Living with and beyond cancer agenda.
In addition to his clinical practice, Mr Thakur has presented on related subjects at various national and international scientific meetings. He remains committed to teaching & training of undergraduates from GKT medical school and postgraduates from the London Deanery.
Clinics
The Blackheath Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
South London, 40-42 Lee Terrace, SE3 9UDMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 31 years of experience
- Consultant Breast & General Surgeon, Clinical Director - Cancer, Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust (2013 - present)
Subspecialties
- All benign and malignant breast disease
- Breast cancer screening
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow (RCPSG)
- Association of Surgeons of Great Britain & Ireland (ASGBI)
Education
- FRCS(Gen Surg), Royal College of Surgeons (2002)
- FRCS, Royal College of Surgeons Glasgow (1995)
Positions in organisations
- Chairman & Trustee Company NameFOJSS-UK, FRIENDS OF JAN SWASTHYA SAHYOG IN UK Dates volunteered Sep 2015 – Present Volunteer, duration 3 yrs 11 mos Cause Social Services http://www.fojss.org.uk
Publications and conferences
- Click here to view Mr Thakur's publications on ResearchGate
- BE AWARE What is breast cancer? Symptoms, signs and treatment – here’s all you need to know. Mar 28, 2017 publication description The Sun (and The Scottish Sun)
Prizes and awards
- All India Merit List - Class XII ( UK 'A' Level equivalent ) honor dateApr 1983 honor issuerCentral Board of Secondary Education, India honor description10th position, AISSCE - All India Senior School Certificate Examination ( UK 'A' Level equivalent )
- President's Medal for Biology honor dateDec 1983 honor issuerCentral Board of Secondary Education, India honor descriptionTop position in Biology in India, AISSCE - All India Senior School Certificate Examination ( UK 'A' Level equivalent )
Languages spoken
- Bengali
- English
Registration number: 4463898
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- I had an excellent experience under the care of. Mr Thakur. From the very first consultation, he was professional, attentive, and genuinely kind, taking the time to explain everything clearly and put me at ease. His expertise in his field is evident— in the confidence he inspires and the outcome of my surgery. I felt completely supported throughout the entire process, from pre-operative discussions to post-operative care. I would recommend Mr Thakur to anyone seeking high quality surgical care.
- Mr Thakur was friendly, professional and showed a very good and deep understanding of his area. Fantastic service and remained very personable and caring throughout.
- I have found Dr Thakur to be compassionate and kind, clear in his explanations and planning, and reassuring and very knowledgeable. I felt secure in his care despite the situation being difficult and would recommend him to anyone having a similar experience.
- Mr Thakur was very reassuring, professional and gave excellent advice and guidance to take forward after our meeting.
- Excellent consultant one of the best I have seen I felt very comfortable and confident with the treatment I received in the day
- I am very grateful to Mr Thakur for his kindness and professionalism that he put into reviewing my condition, as well as the detail he put into explaining the issue to me.