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Miss Tania CubisonPlastic Surgery in East Grinstead
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Miss Tania Cubison

Plastic Surgery in East Grinstead

FRCS(Plast) FRCS MBBS
GMC: 3539163

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Expert in:
Targeted muscle reinnervation
Labiaplasty
Surgical tattoo removal
Burns
Skin cancer
Amputation
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Professional statement

Miss Tania Cubison is a globally in-demand consultant plastic surgeon based in East Grinstead, specialising in targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR), labiaplasty (with local anaesthetic) and gender reassignment top surgery alongside surgical tattoo removal, burns, skin lesion surgery, and amputation. She practices at nationally renowned centre of excellence The McIndoe Centre, in the west Sussex town. 

Miss Cubison has unique expertise in the new revolutionary TMR procedure. It allows people with prosthetic limbs the life-changing opportunity to control prosthetic devices and experience sensory feedback. She is one of the few plastic surgeons in the UK that are skilled in TMR and has treated patients from all over the world using this technique.  

Miss Cubison ability to perform labiaplasty with local anaesthetic is an approach that only a handful of UK plastic surgeons possess. Furthermore, her all-woman team of assistants provide reassuring and comprehensive support for this complex and sensitive procedure. Miss Cubison's team is there for this and all of the operations she skilfully undergoes, providing her with support that cements her reputation as a top-class plastic surgeon.         

These further procedures include breast reduction, breast augmentation and abdominoplasty. Furthermore, she performs skin grafting and complex microsurgical techniques, especially for lower limb injury, including secondary stump revision.  She is also an expert in gender reassignment top surgery.

Miss Cubison is also highly-experienced in acute burn care and secondary burn scar reconstruction. She has undertaken a number of studies to evaluate burn healing and uses many new techniques that may help reduce scarring.

She is also involved in teaching burn care and is the national chair of the Emergency Management of Severe Burns Senate, which is part of the British Burn Association (BBA). She trains the next generation of plastic surgeons and is a member of the national Specialist Advisory Committee for plastic surgery training. Additionally, Miss Cubison is the SAC representative on the Training Interface Group in Major Trauma and works to train a multi-disciplinary group of consultants who will lead trauma care into the future.

Clinics

  • The McIndoe Centre profile image

    The McIndoe Centre

    East Grinstead, Holtye Rd, RH19 3EB

    Medical insurances accepted

    Bupa
    AXA
    AVIVA
    Cigna
    WPA
    Simply Health
    I'm paying for myself
    Allianz

Credentials

Professional experience

  • 35 years of experience
  • Consultant Plastic Surgeon, The McIndoe Centre, East Grinstead (present) 

Subspecialties

  • Targeted muscle reinnervation
  • Burns
  • Amputation
  • Tattoo removal
  • Breast augmentation and reduction 
  • Abdominoplasty 
  • Gender reassignment top surgery
  • Skin lesion surgery
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Professional memberships

  • Member of the British Association of Plastic Surgeons
  • British Medical Association
  • British Burn Association
  • International Society for Burns Injuries
  • Association of Trauma and Military Surgeons
  • Military Surgical Society
  • Trauma Care Society
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Education

  • Botox and Fillers Training Course Cosmetic Courses (2010)
  • Gold Medal in the FRCS(Plast) Royal College of Surgeons of England (2006)
  • FRCS Royal College of Surgeons of England (1997)
  • MBBS University of Newcastle–Upon-Tyne Medical School (1991)
  • BTEC in Skin Laser Technology, Treatment and Applications. (2006)
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Teaching posts

  • Involved in teaching burn care for the  Emergency Management of Severe Burns Course for the British Burn Association.
  • Trains junior doctors who are the next generation of plastic surgeons.

Publications and conferences

  • Has presented both nationally and internationally. 
  • Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals. 
  • The Role of Military Plastic Surgeons in the Management of Modern Combat Trauma: An Analysis of 645 Cases. Maitland L, Lawton G, Baden J, Cubison TC, Rickard R, Kay A, Hettiaratchy S. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Apr; 137(4):717e-724e. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000002020
  • Comparing the surgical timelines of military and civilians traumatic lower limb amputations. Staruch RM, Jackson PC, Hodson J, Yim G, Foster MA, Cubison TC, Jeffery SL. Ann Med Surg (Lond). 2016 Feb 15; 6:81-6. doi: 10.1016/j.amsu.2016.02.008. eCollection 2016 Mar
  • The epidemiology and mortality of pretibial lacerations. Cahill KC, Gilleard O, Weir A, Cubison TC. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2015 Jan 26. pii: S1748-6815(15)00038-8. doi: 10.1016/j.bjps.2015.01.011. [Epub ahead of print]
  • Home-made explosive found inside injured Afghan. Pengelly S, Moore N, Burgess D, Mahlon M, Rowlands T, Cubison TC. J R Army Med Corps. 2014 Jun 26. pii: jramc-2014-000270. doi: 10.1136/jramc-2014-000270. [Epub ahead of print]
  • Evidence based management for paediatric burn: New approaches and improved scar outcomes. Kishikova L, Smith MD, Cubison TC. Burns. 2014 Dec; 40(8):1530-7. doi: 10.1016/j.burns.2014.01.020. Epub 2014 Mar 12.
  • Acute bilateral leg amputation following combat injury in UK servicemen. Penn-Barwell JG1, Bennett PM2, Kay A2, Sargeant ID2; On behalf of the Severe Lower Extremity Combat Trauma (SeLECT) Study Group (Collborators Bennett PM, Fries CA, Cooper J, Kendrew JM, Midwinter M, Rickard RF, Porter K, Rowlands T, Mountain A ,Jeffrey S, Evirviades D, Cubison TC.) Injury. 2014 Jan 29. pii: S0020-1383(14)00051-5. doi: 10.1016/j.injury.2014.01.025. [Epub]
  • Tea and coffee scalds in children: A British epidemic requiring a solution. Kishikova L, Smith MD, Cubison TC. Burns. 2013 Jul 16. doi:pii: S0305-4179(13)00191-5. 10.1016/j.burns.2013.06.009. [Epub]
  • A novel method for the harvest of a large full thickness skin graft using a quiver. Walsh K, Bednarz B, Arya R, Cubison TC J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2013 Jul 10. doi:pii: S1748- 6815(13)00360-4. 10.1016/j.bjps.2013.06.023. [Epub ahead of print]
  • The tertiary management of pretibial lacerations. Lo S, Hallam MJ, Smith S, Cubison TC. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2012 Sep; 65(9):1143-50. Epub 2012 Jan 24. Tania C.S. Cubison Updated 07/08/16 9
  • The "Tokyo" consensus on propeller flaps. Pignatti M, Ogawa R, Hallock GG, Mateev M, Georgescu AV, Balakrishnan G, Ono S, Cubison TC, D'Arpa S, Koshima I, Hyakusoku H. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2011 Feb; 127(2):716-22.
  • Invited Author. Chapter 29: Fundamentals Plastic Surgery for Fundamentals of Surgical Practice (3rd Edition) an MRCS Handbook. Edited by Kingsnorth and Bowley. Cambridge University Press 2011
  • Shaping the military wound: issues surrounding the reconstruction of injured servicemen at the Royal Centre for Defence Medicine. Evriviades D, Jeffery S, Cubison TC, Lawton G, Gill M, Mortiboy D. Philos Trans R Soc Lond B Biol Sci. 2011 Jan 27; 366(1562):219-30.
  • Managing frostbite. Hallam MJ, Cubison TC, Dheansa B, Imray C. BMJ. 2010 Nov 19; 341:c5864.
  • Fast response letter on frostbite – BMJ; Cubison TC, Hallam MJ February 2010
  • How would you like your tea, vicar? Jamnadas-Khoda B, See MS, Cubison CT, Dheansa BS. Burns. 2010 May; 36(3):356-9. Epub 2009 Jul 7.
  • Pediatric superficial scald burns – reassement of our follow-up protocol. Egro FM, O'Neill JK, Briard R, Cubison TC, Kay AR, Estela CM, Burge TS. J Burn Care Res. 2010 JanFeb; 31(1):196-9.
  • The impact of recent legislation on paediatric fireworks injuries in the Newcastle upon Tyne region. (AF Edwin, Cubison TC, SA Pape). Burns. 2008 Nov; 34(7):953-64. Epub 2008 Jun 3.
  • Evidence for the link between healing time and the development of hypertrophic scars (HTS) in paediatric burns due to scald injury (Cubison TC, SA Pape, N Parkhouse). Burns 2006 Vol 32 (8) 992 - 999.
  • Dermal Preservation using the Versajet® Hydrosurgery System for Debridement of Paediatric Burns (Cubison TC, SA Pape, SLA Jeffery) - Burns 2006 Vol 32 (6) 714 -720 Response to comments by Dr Gravante and collegues (re article: Dermal Preservation using the Versajet® Hydrosurgery System for Debridement of Paediatric Burns), Cubison TC– Burns 06
  • Chapter 12. Scar Revision: In Plastic Surgery the Second Edition (Ed Mathes) A Chapter for the new edition of the text book previously known as McCarthy (N Parkhouse Cubison TC, D Humzah,) – WB Sauders, Dec 2005
  • So much for percentage, but what about the weight? (Cubison TC, PM Gilbert) Emergency Medical Journal 2005, Vol 22 (9) 643-645
  • Colour Coding for Hand Rehabilitation (Cubison TC, MHM Seath, HJCR Belcher) Annals of Royal College of Surgeons 2004 Vol 86 (4) 306
  • The Domestic Washing Machine: a common cause of electrical burn (N Nicolaou, D Humzah, Cubison TC, PM Gilbert) European Journal of Plastic Surgery (2004) 26:422-424
  • The Principles of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Chapter 22. Military field surgery text book. (Cubison TC, AD Malyon) HMSO 2003
  • Lasagne: A simple model to assess the practical skills of split skin graft harvesting and meshing. (TCS Cubison, T Clare) British Journal of Plastic Surgery Jan 03 Vol 55/8 703-704
  • Treatment before transfer: the patient with burns (HL Ashworth, Cubison TC, PMGilbert, and KM Sim) Emergency Medical Journal (prev Journal of Accident and Emegency Medicine). Sept 01 Vol 18 349-351
  • Warming Milk: A preventable cause of scalds in children (SLA Jeffery, Cubison TC, C Greenaway, PM Gilbert and N Parkhouse) British Medical Journal. Jan 00 Vol 320 No 7229. 235
  • The Pre-Burns Unit Management of the Burnt Patient (Cubison TC and HL Ashworth) Published in Abstract . Emergency Medicine July 99.
  • External Fixation of Lower Limb Fractures in Children (RJH Gregory Cubison TC, IM Pinder and SR Smith.) The Journal of Trauma. Nov 92 Vol 33 No 5. 691-3
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Prizes and awards

  • Health and Social Care Award, Innovations in Acute Care, Regional Winner and National Runner up (2009)
  • St Andrews (Hackett) Audit Prize (Oct 2007)
  • McGregor Gold Medal FRCS (Plast) (Sept 2006)
  • British Burns Association Presentation Prize (2002)
  • Queen Victoria Hospital Clinical Audit Awards, Second Prize (2002)
  • Royal Society of Medicine Plastic Surgery Case Presentation Prize (1996)
  • Montefiore Bronze Prize for General Surgery (Military Prize) (Nov 1992)
  • Newcastle University Medical School Special Study Prize for a Project on External Fixation (Aug 1990)
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Languages spoken

  • English
Registration number: 3539163

Reviews

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  • I saw Miss Cubison for removal of a cyst. The process was efficient, painless and comfortable. Minimal bruising around the site. I found Miss Cubison extremely professional and reassuring. I would definitely recommend to others.
    7 May 2026

    C.T.

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  • Every aspect of my pre-consults, surgery, repair work and aftercare was excellent. I felt confident and safe. The outcome has been very good.. I thank Dr B Shergill and Miss Tania Cubison and the team.
    22 April 2026

    L.L.

    Verified patient
  • Highly skilled doctors ensured my procedure and recovery went very well indeed. Their friendly approach and excellent information sharing were exemplary and the nursing support was also good.
    17 April 2026

    L.L.

    Verified patient
  • Brilliant and very professional
    18 January 2026

    T.S.

    Verified patient
  • absolutely brilliant, you cannot even see where anything has been done, very impressed, will definately come again if I ned anything more 'removed' this is both the consultant and the nurse
    8 December 2025

    L.B.

    Verified patient
  • At all times the interaction was totally professional, informative and in language that I could understand!
    22 November 2025

    K.P.

    Verified patient
  • 22 November 2025

    D.S.

    Verified patient
  • Excellent care from Miss Cubison and her team. Everything was clearly explained and I am very pleased with the outcome of my procedure.
    26 September 2025

    M.T.

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  • I am most grateful for the kind and professional care and treatment by Miss Tania Cubison. Helen Sparkes
    11 September 2025

    H.S.

    Verified patient
  • Excellent care and I could not have been more pleased with the outcome.
    3 July 2025

    R.D.

    Verified patient
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Treatments

The doctor is expert in

Amputation

Burns

Labiaplasty

Skin cancer

Surgical tattoo removal

Targeted muscle reinnervation

The doctor also specialises in:

Basal cell carcinoma

Body contouring

Brachioplasty (arm lift)

Breast asymmetry

Breast augmentation

Breast lift or mastopexy

Breast reduction

Breast surgery

Cysts

Ganglion cyst

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Miss Tania Cubison's specialty?

Miss Tania Cubison is a consultant specialising in Plastic Surgery, with extensive experience in assessing and treating patients within this field.

Which conditions and treatments does Miss Tania Cubison specialise in?

Miss Tania Cubison is a plastic Surgeon who provides assessment and treatment for Skin cancer, Amputation, Targeted muscle reinnervation, Surgical tattoo removal, Labiaplasty and Burns. During your consultation, you will be informed of the most suitable options following a personalised evaluation.

How many years of experience does Miss Tania Cubison have?

Miss Tania Cubison has 35 years of professional experience as a consultant plastic Surgeon, providing specialist assessment and treatment in this medical field.

What do patients say about Miss Tania Cubison?

Patients give a rating of 5.0 out of 5 to Miss Tania Cubison, a score considered excellent. This average is based on 33 verified patient reviews, reflecting the experience of those who have attended an appointment.

Are Miss Tania Cubison's reviews verified?

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Where does Miss Tania Cubison practise?

Miss Tania Cubison practises in East Grinstead at Holtye Rd, offering in-person care and access to services as a plastic Surgeon.

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Does Miss Tania Cubison see NHS patients?

Many specialists featured on Top Doctors also hold NHS positions. However, appointments arranged for Miss Tania Cubison through this platform are private, either self-pay or covered by private medical insurance.

Does Miss Tania Cubison offer private appointments?

Yes, Miss Tania Cubison offers private appointments for patients seeking flexible and direct access to a consultant plastic Surgeon.

Does Miss Tania Cubison offer online consultations?

Yes, Miss Tania Cubison 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 Miss Tania Cubison accept insurance?

Miss Tania Cubison works with the following private medical insurance providers: Bupa, AXA, AVIVA, Cigna, WPA, Simply Health, Allianz, Vitality, The Exeter Friendly, Pru Health, Groupama, April, Saga, Healix, Legal & General Insurance, Health-online, Benenden Health and Alliance Health Group. If your insurer is not listed, you may contact the practice directly to confirm your coverage.

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You can pay for your consultation with Miss Tania Cubison using the following methods: Self-paying.

What languages does Miss Tania Cubison speak?

Miss Tania Cubison is a plastic Surgeon who offers consultations in English.

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