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Mr Kislaya Kumar ThakurBreast Surgeon in South London
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Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur

Breast Surgeon in South London and Orpington

MBBS MS(Gen Surg) FRCS FRCS(Gen Surg)
GMC: 4463898

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Expert in:
Breast cancer surgery
Breast surgery
Male breast cancer
Mastalgia
Gynaecomastia
Mastitis
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Professional 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.

Clinics

The Blackheath Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
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    The Blackheath Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

    South London, 40-42 Lee Terrace, SE3 9UD

    Medical insurances accepted

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

Credentials

Professional experience

  • 31 years of experience
  • Consultant Breast & General Surgeon, Clinical Director - Cancer, Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust (2013 - present)
  • Consultant Breast & General Surgeon, BMI The Blackheath Hospital (2003 - present)
  • Consultant Breast & General Surgeon, LycaHealth Orpington (present)
  • Consultant Breast & General Surgeon, Clinical Director - Cancer, South London Healthcare NHS Trust (2009 - 2013)
  • Consultant Breast and General Surgeon, Queen Elizabeth Hospital NHS Trust (2003 - 2009)
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Subspecialties

  • All benign and malignant breast disease                   
  • Breast cancer screening
  • Genetic screening
  • Gynaecomastia
  • Hernias - inguinal/femoral/umbilical
  • Lumps & bumps
  • Mastectomy
  • Breast reconstruction
  • Sentinel lymph node biopsy
  • Chemotherapy
  • Hormone therapy
  • Male breast cancer
  • Benign skin lesions
  • Problems with breastfeeding & lactation
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Professional memberships

  • Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow (RCPSG)
  • Association of Surgeons of Great Britain & Ireland (ASGBI)
  • Association of Breast Surgery (ABS)
  • European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO)
  • British Medical Association (BMA)
  • British Association of Surgical Oncologists (BASO)
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Education

  • FRCS(Gen Surg), Royal College of Surgeons (2002)
  • FRCS, Royal College of Surgeons Glasgow (1995)
  • MS (General surgery), All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Dehli (1992)
  • ​MBBS, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi (1988)
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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)
  • Outcomes following B3 / B4 needle core biopsy in south East London Breast Screening Service 2000-2010. European Journal of Surgical Oncology. Vol 38 , Issue 9, Sept 2012: page 736
  • Does the ‘two week wait’ target improve survival in patients with breast cancer? Eur J of Surgical Oncology. Vol 36 , Issue 9, Sept 2010: page 849
  • Does the ‘two week wait’ target improve the waiting times for specialist review and waiting time between first seen by specialist and diagnosis of breast cancer? European Journal of Surgical Oncology. Vol 36 , Issue 9, Sept 2010: page 861
  • The Predictive value of borderline B3 and B4 breast core needle biopsy for picking up Malignancy- results of a large retrospective study in a Cancer Centre. European Journal of Surgical Oncology. Vol 34 , Issue 9, Sept 2008: page 1028
  • Risk factors for negative breast cytology. Br J Surg. Vol.89, Suppl.1, June 2002, ASGBI : Breast 13-24 : 7
  • Cavity biopsies increase the detection of residual disease following conservative surgery for breast cancer. British Journal of Surgery. Vol.89, Suppl.1, June 2002, ASGBI : Moynihan 01-08 : 37
  • Do primary tumour characteristics predict axillary nodal status in breast cancer? British Journal of Surgery. Vol.89, Suppl.1, June 2002, ASGBI : Breast 13-24 : 75
  • Sentinel node biopsy in breast cancer: a complete immunohistochemical study. British Journal of Surgery, Vol.89, Suppl.1, June 2002, ASGBI : SARS : Breast 01-05 : 49
  • Adjuvant Breast Cancer (ABC) Trial: patterns of recruitment. Indian Journal of Medical and Paediatric Oncology. 1995 ;16:A-4
  • Pilot study of Anterior Chemotherapy with Cisplatinum and Etopside in Squamous Cell Carcinoma Oesophagus. UICC XVI International Cancer Congress, Abstract book I 1994, PSG 12-14:174
  • Preliminary Results of a Prospective Randomised Three - Arm Trial of Multimodal Therapy in Carcinoma Oesophagus. UICC XVI International Cancer Congress, Abstract book I 1994, PSG 12-14:174.
  • Evaluating Trauma Care: the Triss method. DGHS, Ministry of Health & Finance, Government of India [ supported by and financial assistance provided for publication ] Chapter in the book ' Trauma Management and Prevention Strategies' Editor M C Misra 1st edition, April 1993
  • Is Microdochectomy a procedure of relevance in diagnosing early breast cancer in an era of ‘high-tech diagnostics'? Eur J of Surgical Oncology. Vol 40, Issue 11, November 2014:page S79-80
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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 )
  • All India Merit List - Class X ( UK 'O' Level equivalent ) honor dateApr 1981 honor issuerCentral Board of Secondary Education, India honor description10th position
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Languages spoken

  • Bengali
  • English
  • Urdu
  • Hindi
  • Punjabi
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Registration number: 4463898

Reviews

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76 reviews

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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.
    14 April 2026

    E.R.

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  • 30 March 2026

    K.G.

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  • 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.
    6 March 2026

    D.C.

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  • 8 February 2026

    W.H.

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  • 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.
    2 February 2026

    G.C.

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  • Mr Thakur was very reassuring, professional and gave excellent advice and guidance to take forward after our meeting.
    18 January 2026

    J.F.

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  • 2 January 2026

    S.R.

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  • Excellent consultant one of the best I have seen I felt very comfortable and confident with the treatment I received in the day
    27 December 2025

    C.W.

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  • 23 December 2025

    V.D.

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  • 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.
    23 December 2025

    V.D.

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Treatments

The doctor is expert in

Breast cancer surgery

Breast surgery

Gynaecomastia

Male breast cancer

Mastalgia

Mastitis

The doctor also specialises in:

Benign breast lumps

Breast cancer

Breast ultrasound

Epigastric hernia

Femoral hernia

Hernia

Inguinal hernia

Lipoma

Lumpectomy

Lymph nodes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur's specialty?

Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur is a consultant specialising in Surgery, with extensive experience in assessing and treating patients within this field.

Which conditions and treatments does Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur specialise in?

Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur is a surgeon who provides assessment and treatment for Mastitis, Gynaecomastia, Mastalgia, Breast cancer surgery, Breast surgery and Male breast cancer. During your consultation, you will be informed of the most suitable options following a personalised evaluation.

How many years of experience does Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur have?

Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur has 31 years of professional experience as a consultant surgeon, providing specialist assessment and treatment in this medical field.

What do patients say about Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur?

Patients give a rating of 5.0 out of 5 to Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur, a score considered excellent. This average is based on 76 verified patient reviews, reflecting the experience of those who have attended an appointment.

Are Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur's reviews verified?

Yes. All Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur'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 Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur practise?

Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur practices in the following locations:

  • South London at 40-42 Lee Terrace
  • Orpington at Enso House, 3 New Mill Rd, Orpington

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

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Does Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur offer private appointments?

Yes, Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur offers private appointments for patients seeking flexible and direct access to a consultant surgeon.

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Yes, Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur offers online consultations. You can book an appointment directly from this page by selecting the date and time that suit you best. Personalised assistance is also available by calling the number displayed on this page.

Does Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur accept insurance?

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What languages does Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur speak?

Mr Kislaya Kumar Thakur is a surgeon who offers consultations in Bengali, English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi.

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