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Mr Matthew James

Plastic Surgeon

London, SE1 2PR

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31 years of experience
Verified profile
31 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.93

48 patient reviews

4 professional endorsements

4.94
Overall Experience
4.92
Bedside manner
4.92
Explanation

72 recommendations for:

Breast Augmentation (Enlargement)(10)
Face Lift(8)
Breast Uplift Surgery (Mastopexy)(7)
Other(47)

Recent patient review

07 Aug 2023

Mr James created a friendly and welcoming environment. I am naturally an anxious person, but Mr...

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About

Mr Matthew James, Consultant Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon, is a well-respected consultant working within the Guy's and St Thomas's NHS Trust. He currently holds the position of senior plastic and reconstructive surgeon within this Trust. He is highly specialised in the treatment of complex limb reconstruction, rheumatoid hands, tendon reconstruction, ganglions, peripheral nerve surgery, scaphoid surgery, carpal tunnel decompression and also wrist reconstruction. He is also highly competent in all other cosmetic and aesthetic surgery including minor skin surgery procedures, including skin cancer excision and scar revision.

Mr James is a highly successful surgeon and Medical Director of the Cavendish Clinics. He has developed this success through intense training around the world including London, Cambridge, Adelaide, Sydney and the renowned McIndoe Surgery Centre. He is a member of numerous professional organisations like the General Medical Council, the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, the Medical Protection Society, and the British Association of Hand Surgeons. Additionally, he is an active researcher with numerous publications ad books to his name. He also engages in teaching, he teaches fellow surgeons in cosmetic surgery and hand and wrist reconstruction at the Royal College of Surgeons.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Breast Augmentation (Enlargement) (14%)
  • Face Lift (11%)
  • Breast Uplift Surgery (Mastopexy) (10%)
  • Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) (6%)
  • Breast Implant Removal (6%)
  • Others (54%)

Subspecialties
  • Breast Surgery
  • Facial Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery
  • Cosmetic Plastic Surgery
  • Facial Plastic Reconstructive Surgery
  • Hand Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Breast Augmentation (Enlargement)
  • Face Lift
  • Breast Uplift Surgery (Mastopexy)
  • Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
  • Mole Removal
  • Basal Cell Carcinoma
  • Breast Reduction
  • Pinnaplasty

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3583911


Qualifications
  • Bachelor Medicine and Surgery Birmingham University 1992
  • FRCS, FRCS plast Royal College Surgeons 2004
  • Sydney Hand Fellowship Sydney Hand Unit 2004
  • McIndoe Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship McIndoe Surgical Centre 2006

Professional bodies:

  • British Society for Surgery of the Hand BSSH Full membership 2006
  • British Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons BSSH Full membership 2007

languages spoken
  • French
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £150.00
  • Follow-up appointment: £50.00

insurers
  • Bupa Platinum
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Bupa
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Aviva Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Simply Health
  • health-on-line
  • Four Points Assistance
  • WPA
  • Vitality Health
  • Norwich Union
  • The PHC
  • General Medical
  • Healix
  • The Exeter
  • April
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Saga Insurance
  • CS Healthcare
  • Legal & General
  • Aetna

Location

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London Bridge Hospital, Part of HCA Healthcare UK

4.8
(4063)
27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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4.78
(3306)
St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS
St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS
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Wednesday
14:00 - 17:30
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Friday
15:00 - 18:00
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4.8
(685)
40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD
40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD
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09:30 - 13:00
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4.96
(24)
Westminster Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SE1 7EH
Westminster Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SE1 7EH
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Reviews

All reviews
Breast Augmentation (Enlargement) (8)
Face Lift (7)
Breast Uplift Surgery (Mastopexy) (6)
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) (4)
Breast Implant Removal (3)

48 reviews

4.5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
4.00
Explanation

Mr James created a friendly and welcoming environment. I am naturally an anxious person, but Mr James went through my medical problems and explained my options in detail. He provided me with an in depth explanation of the procedures available to me. His secretary Tracey is also absolutely amazing and helpful, and ensures smooth and prompt communication.

07 Aug 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Lipoma
Lipoma Removal
Body Contouring Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Extremely professional. Listened to what I was trying to achieve and actioned that accordingly. Couldn’t be happier with the results. Minimal swelling and bruising post op. 90% recovered in less than a week. Scarring is minimal and cannot be seen with my eyes open.

24 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Mr James has provided a first class service from my initial consultation, through to post op care. I am beyond happy with the results and cannot thank Mr James enough! I would highly recommend.

03 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Breast Uplift Surgery (Mastopexy)
Labiaplasty

2

2.00
Overall Experience
2.00
Bedside manner
2.00
Explanation

Not happy with the results unnecessary scarring

28 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

Reply from Matthew James

Hi I’m sorry you’re unhappy with the results of surgery on your lids. Please make an appointment to discuss, as you can see from the reviews this is an unusual situation…..

06 May 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Dr James and his team were wonderful. I felt very relaxed and am amazed already after only two days, of the results. The before and after care attention was second to none from both Dr James and the team.

20 Oct 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Face Lift

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

I recently had a breast uplift operation with Dr James and I could not be happier with the results. They are better than I could have dreamed of. Dr James explained everything very clearly at the pre op consultation in a caring, kind manner and I was treated very well. I would highly recommend him.

01 Oct 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Breast Uplift Surgery (Mastopexy)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

I found my whole experience with Mr James very calming, reassuring and professional. I am beyond happy with everything he has done, from advising me with what was best for my body and the look I wanted to achieve. I would highly recommend Mr James to everyone.

02 Sep 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Breast Uplift Surgery (Mastopexy)
Breast Augmentation (Enlargement)
Nipple Reconstruction

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

When I went for my consultation with Mr Matthew James I was very nervous he talked me through everything and explained the surgery the pros & the cons, he made me feel really comfortable very easy to talk to he answered all my questions. I had my surgery at the Real clinic what a lovely clinic all the staff & nurses were really lovely and caring they really looked after me while I was there.I’m now six weeks post my breast augmentation surgery I’m doing really well and my new breast look amazing I cannot thank mr Matthew James enough he has really changed my life I don’t think he realises what an impact he has on peoples lives by doing such an amazing job as a surgeon i would highly recommend him to anyone wanting to get any surgery.

31 Aug 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Breast Augmentation (Enlargement)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Wonderful consultant with a thoughtful and caring manner. Tracey who supports him was consistently polite and efficient. Would confidently recommend Mr James to anyone looking for a discreet service. I am very pleased with facelift.

10 Aug 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Facial Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

My daughter and I saw Mr James for mole and various lesion removal. Our experience has been outstanding with great results as there is literally minuscual scarring. We wanted everyone who is considering choosing him as their consultant to be totally reassured and confident that he is definitely a great surgeon to choose. From the outset he made us both feel very safe and relaxed in his care. He has a lovely manner and takes the time to listen to your needs and any concerns you may have. No question is too much trouble to him to answer and reassure you. Both of us had our procedures done on the day of the consultation with great ease and minimal pain and discomfort. The communication with his secretary, Tracey, is the best we have ever experienced! Nothing is too much trouble to her and she responds promptly to emails. We would 100% recommend Mr James to anybody who is looking for a Plastic Surgeon. He is absolutely brilliant and we would like to express how thankful we are to him for his great care, skill and approachability along with his unbelievable expertise and knowledge. Should the need occur in the future , we would both without doubt return to him for treatment!

19 Apr 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Mole Removal
Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Moles and Skin Tags)
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Endorsements

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Most endorsed treatments/conditions
All endorsements
Plastic Surgery (4)
Breast Augmentation (Enlargement) (2)
Lipoma Removal (2)
Arthritis (Hand) (2)

4 endorsements

A hardworking, honest, talented, properly trained colleague.

25 Apr 2021
Endorsed for
Plastic Surgery
Lipoma Removal
Breast Augmentation (Enlargement)
+ 4 more

Mr Naveen Cavale

Plastic Surgery
Is a colleague

Matt is a highly experienced consultant who I have worked with for over 5 years. He is an exceptionally skilled surgeon who is well respected by his peers and patients alike. I have first-hand experience of his surgical outcomes and can attest to his high patient satisfaction rates. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to patients for the full range of plastic and aesthetic surgery.

01 Feb 2021
Endorsed for
Plastic Surgery
Arthritis (Hand)
Breast Augmentation (Enlargement)
+ 11 more

Mr Edmund Fitzgerald O'Connor

Plastic Surgery
Is a colleague

I have no hesitation in recommending Mr Matt James. He is a meticulous and highly skilled plastic surgeon who gets great results. He genuinely cares about his patients and outcomes, and is also a supportive and knowledgable colleague with many years of experience to draw upon.

01 Feb 2021
Endorsed for
Plastic Surgery
Arthritis (Hand)
Cosmetic Breast Surgery

Mr Charles Bain

Plastic Surgery
Is a colleague

Mr James is an excellent plastic surgeon and a great colleague.

07 Jul 2020
Endorsed for
Plastic Surgery
Lipoma Removal
Cysts

Dr Monika Saha

Dermatology
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Matthew James's reviews like?

Mr Matthew James's overall patient rating is 4.93 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 48 reviews

What languages does Mr Matthew James speak?

Mr Matthew James speaks French and English

Where is Mr Matthew James located?

Mr Matthew James primarily practices at London Bridge Hospital, Part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at 27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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What are Mr Matthew James working hours?

Mr Matthew James is working Wednesday (14:00 - 17:30, 09:30 - 13:00), Friday (15:00 - 18:00)

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