Breast Surgeon, General Surgeon
Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4UL
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Miss Akolekar is a Consultant Breast and Oncoplastic Surgeon. Her NHS practice is based at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust as well as private practice in Kent and London.
Miss Akolekar undertook her higher surgical training with the South-East Scotland rotation; she trained at the Edinburgh Breast Unit at Western General Hospital and subsequently continued her training in Breast Surgery at South East London and Kent Hospitals where she is currently based. On completion of her higher specialist surgical training, she was selected for the National Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Fellowship at the Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guilford and Queen Victoria Hospital at East Grinstead as a recognition of excellence in her field.
Miss Akolekar specialises in management of benign breast diseases and breast cancer, working with an excellent multidisciplinary team of Radiologists, Pathologists, Oncologists and Breast Clinical Nurse Specialists running rapid access One Stop Clinics for diagnosis and management of breast lumps, breast pain, nipple discharge, family history concerns and breast cancer. Additionally she is fully trained in advanced breast conservation and breast reconstruction. Miss Akolekar is passionate about conserving the breast where possible using plastic surgical techniques to ensure that women undergoing breast surgery have good clinical and cosmetic outcomes.
Miss Akolekar has keen interest in clinical academics and education, she is prevalent in the field of research and underwent a dedicated period of full-time research at the University of Edinburgh which led to the award of a research MD. She has presented her work in national and international meetings and published her work in peer-reviewed scientific journals. She has organised and conducted many events in association with patient participation groups offering advice regarding breast self-examination, lifestyle modifications and family history.
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25 reviews
5
Miss Akolekar was very thorough in her examinations, the tests performed and her explanations of the results. She was very reassuring at all times; I felt I was in very experienced & professional hands.
5
Very thorough and careful examination and explanation
5
Miss Akolekar is very professional and reassuring. I felt at ease and very well looked after by her and the team.
5
I have been under Miss Akolekar's care for over two years now. I have received wonderful treatment. She is kind and patient and happy to listen to all my questions and has always given me all the time I have needed. She has discussed all my treatment options and respected my decisions. As a surgeon, she has been amazing and I could not have had a better surgical outcome. I would wholeheartedly recommend her.
5
very calming and caring
5
Miss Akolekar was amazing. She really put my mind at rest throughout and I would highly recommend her.
5
Excellent, very thorough and informative. Deepika had a lovely bedside manner and would highly recommend. Many thanks
5
Miss Akolekar is a wonderful consultant, she is extremely patient , caring and professional. I first met her in February 23 where I was extremely anxious about my upcoming tests and what to expect , she spent so much time explaining everything to me and put me at ease and never once made me feel like I had to rush my appointment. I have stayed her patient since and wouldn’t want to see anyone else . My most recent appointment she again gave me all the time I needed to ask questions , offering advice and again being so caring.
5
Caring. Compassionate and considerate towards emotions. Explained and reassured me. Would request her again if needed
5
Miss Deepika Akolekar is an exceptional doctor because of the care kindness and reassurance she gave me from our first meeting.
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Deepika is a wonderful colleague and clinician. Patients always speak very highly of her and commend her on her excellent clinical care and approachable demeanour.
Mr Adam Blackburn
What are Miss Deepika Akolekar's reviews like?
Miss Deepika Akolekar's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 25 reviews
What languages does Miss Deepika Akolekar speak?
Miss Deepika Akolekar speaks English
Where is Miss Deepika Akolekar located?
Miss Deepika Akolekar primarily practices at Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital, located at Kingswood Road, Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, TN2 4UL
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What are Miss Deepika Akolekar working hours?
Miss Deepika Akolekar is working Monday (14:30 - 17:00), Wednesday (09:00 - 11:00, 18:00 - 19:30), Friday (09:00 - 17:00)
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