Miss Susan Hignett is a distinguished consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon based in Macclesfield. Her areas of expertise include breast cancer, cosmetic breast surgery, breast reconstruction, breast pain, breast asymmetry, gynaecomastia, and benign breast conditions. She has performed over 2032 breast procedures and also offers support at one-stop breast clinics.
Miss Hignett consults privately at Spire Regency Hospital Macclesfield. Since 2022, she also practises at Mid Cheshire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, where she notably held the role of breast lead and pioneered the introduction of new surgical techniques, including ADM (acellular dermal matrix), lipomodelling, Magseed, and Magtrace. She also maintains the National Implant Registry for both Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Spire Regency, Macclesfield.
With over 20 years of experience, Miss Hignett qualified with an MBChB from the University of Birmingham. She then completed higher specialist training in North Wales and in the Mersey region, before going on to undertake the prestigious National Training Interface Group oncoplastic breast fellowship in West Yorkshire. To further her proficiency in oncoplastic surgery, Miss Hignett also trained in Brussels with the esteemed Professor Hamdi.
In addition to her clinical work, Miss Hignett serves as the foundation programme director at her Trust and also works as an educational supervisor for breast surgery trainees. She holds esteemed fellowship to the Royal College of Surgeons and has contributed to the academic field with several peer-reviewed publications. Furthermore, Miss Hignett is involved in the breast research team iBRA-Net as well.
I am so grateful to Ms Hignett, my surgery has been life changing. She delivered in every way and the end result is just as I imagined if not even better. Thank you so much.
12 August 2025
H.J.
Verified patient
From the start to the end I had 1st class treatment from Miss Hignett. Any questions I had Miss Hignett answered in depth. I’m really happy with my result, just wish I done it years ago.
1 April 2025
L.H.
Verified patient
Doctor's response -
Thank you for your kind words and allowing me to be a part of your journey :-)
Miss Susan Hignett is a consultant specialising in Surgery, with extensive experience in assessing and treating patients within this field.
Which conditions and treatments does Miss Susan Hignett specialise in?
Miss Susan Hignett is a surgeon who provides assessment and treatment for One Stop Breast Clinic, Breast asymmetry, Breast reconstruction, Breast cancer, Breast surgery and Oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery. During your consultation, you will be informed of the most suitable options following a personalised evaluation.
How many years of experience does Miss Susan Hignett have?
Miss Susan Hignett has 14 years of professional experience as a consultant surgeon, providing specialist assessment and treatment in this medical field.
What do patients say about Miss Susan Hignett?
Patients give a rating of 5.0 out of 5 to Miss Susan Hignett, a score considered excellent. This average is based on 2 verified patient reviews, reflecting the experience of those who have attended an appointment.
Are Miss Susan Hignett's reviews verified?
Yes. All Miss Susan Hignett'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 Susan Hignett practise?
Miss Susan Hignett practises in Macclesfield at West St, Macclesfield SK11 8DW, UK, offering in-person care and access to services as a surgeon.
How can I book an appointment with Miss Susan Hignett?
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Does Miss Susan Hignett see NHS patients?
Many specialists featured on Top Doctors also hold NHS positions. However, appointments arranged for Miss Susan Hignett through this platform are private, either self-pay or covered by private medical insurance.
Does Miss Susan Hignett offer private appointments?
Yes, Miss Susan Hignett offers private appointments for patients seeking flexible and direct access to a consultant surgeon.
Does Miss Susan Hignett offer online consultations?
At the moment, Miss Susan Hignett does not offer online consultations. You can book an in-person appointment from this page or call +44 01615158165. When calling, please mention that you are a Top Doctors patient.
Does Miss Susan Hignett accept insurance?
Miss Susan Hignett works with the following private medical insurance providers: Bupa, AXA, AVIVA, Cigna, WPA, Simply Health, Vitality, The Exeter Friendly and General Medical. If your insurer is not listed, you may contact the practice directly to confirm your coverage.
What is Miss Susan Hignett's availability?
Miss Susan Hignett'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 Susan Hignett offer?
You can pay for your consultation with Miss Susan Hignett using the following methods: Self-paying.
What languages does Miss Susan Hignett speak?
Miss Susan Hignett is a surgeon who offers consultations in English.
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