Miss Salma Naseem

Professional statement

Miss Salma Naseem is an experienced and respected oncoplastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic breast surgeon. She practices the entire spectrum of breast surgery from oncological to aesthetic as well as benign breast conditions. Her main areas of expertise include breast reduction, breast lift, breast implants, breast asymmetry, breast lumps, and breast pain.

Miss Naseem successfully completed an MSc in breast that encompasses breast imaging. Notably, Miss Naseem established the service for aesthetic breast surgery in Yeovil Hospital following her appointment. She is also certified by the Royal College of Surgeons of England in cosmetic surgery. She currently practises in Somerset at the Kingston Wing of Yeovil Hospital as well as the Harley Health Village in London.

Miss Naseem is passionate about medical education. She has over a decade of experience as a tutor and examiner, notably both nationally and internationally, of IMRCS, RCSEng. She is a core member of the examination executive committee at the RCSEng.

In addition, she also examines the breast fellowship for the European Board of Surgery Qualification. She is an honorary lecturer and surgical tutor for the Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol. Miss Naseem has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals, alongside being a peer reviewer herself. This has led to her being an invited speaker in breast meetings. She takes immense pride in effective communication, and as a consequence, has researched and published on this subject. This includes authoring a chapter in a medical textbook.

Miss Naseem's management for patients of ethnic minority presenting with varying symptoms has received huge appreciation. Patients of ethnic groups have highlighted that they felt very comfortable being seen by Miss Naseem. Her cultural and religious understanding and great communication skills help patients feel physically and mentally relaxed – they are willing to travel long distances to be consulted by her. Miss Naseem is highly considerate and goes the extra mile for her patients, even providing all female staff when requested.