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Professor Kefah Mokbel

General Surgeon

London, W1U 5NY

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33 years of experience

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33 years of experience

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Patient Trust Score

4.97

233 patient reviews4 professional endorsements
4.98
Overall Experience
4.97
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.97
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275 recommendations for:

Breast Cancer(122)
Breast Surgery(25)
Mastectomy(24)
Other(104)

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08 Apr 2024

Prof was always calm, friendly, reassuring and positive about my situation. I felt I was in...

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Prof. Kefah Mokbel is an internationally renowned breast cancer surgeon and researcher who specialises in the multidisciplinary care of patients with breast cancer. He is the lead oncoplastic breast surgeon at the London Breast Institute.

Following the completion of his undergraduate medical education in 1990 at the London Hospital Medical College (now known as Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of London), Prof. Mokbel went on to pursue surgical training at the Royal Marsden, Charing Cross, Chelsea and Westminster, Saint Mary's and St. Bartholomew's hospitals, completing his higher surgical training as an oncoplastic breast surgeon in 2000. Over the years, Prof. Mokbel has won an impressive array of prestigious prizes, awards and honours during his education, training and postgraduate surgical career.

He qualified as a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS, England) in 1994 and in 2000, he was granted the Master of Surgery degree by The Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine for his research in the field of molecular biology of breast cancer.

He was appointed as a substantive consultant breast surgeon at St. George's Hospital trust in February 2001 until November 2010 when he was appointed as an honorary consultant breast surgeon at St. George's Hospital.

In 2002, Kefah was appointed Professor of Breast Cancer Surgery (honorary) at Brunel University of London in recognition of his contribution to breast cancer research. In 2005, he was appointed as a Reader in Breast Surgery at St. George's University of London in recognition of his outstanding and extensive research contribution in the field of breast cancer.

His clinical interests include the early detection of breast cancer, management of breast pain, rapid assessment of breast lumps, DCIS, LCIS, minimally-invasive breast surgery, nipple discharge, sentinel node biopsy, wireless breast localisation (Savi Scout, Magseed, and radiofrequency identification tags) oncoplastic breast surgery, skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomy and immediate ADM/mesh-assisted implant-based pre-pectoral breast reconstruction, breast lipofilling/fat grafting, prevention of breast cancer, genetic predisposition, breast MRI, risk-reducing surgery for BRCA1, BRCA2 and PALB2 gene mutation carriers and the management of benign conditions including breast cysts, breast pain and fibroadenomas. He also has extensive experience in reconstructive and aesthetic/cosmetic breast surgery.

Among other interests, Kefah has been heavily involved in research in the field of molecular biology and the clinical aspects of breast cancer, as well as aesthetic breast surgery including breast reconstruction following mastectomy and augmentation mammoplasty using implants and fat transfer. He has authored or coauthored more than 400 scientific papers, commentaries, editorials, and textbook chapters.

He also sits on the editorial board for several international medical journals and is a peer reviewer for a number of leading medical journals including The Lancet. He has supervised and examined a significant number of postgraduate degrees (MD, MS, MSc) and PhDs.

He is the founder and current president of Breast Cancer Hope, a charity dedicated to "improving the quantity and quality of life in women diagnosed with breast cancer". He was featured in Tatler magazine's Best Doctor's Guide as one of the ‘Top Breast Surgeons' in 2006, 2007 and 2013. He was also named in Times magazine's list of Britain's Top Doctors in 2010.

View Professor Mokbel’s Publications: Mokbel K - Search Results - PubMed (nih.gov)


Areas of expertise

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  • Breast Cancer (44%)
  • Breast Surgery (9%)
  • Mastectomy (9%)
  • Breast Lump (7%)
  • Breast Reconstruction (6%)
  • Others (25%)

Subspecialties
  • Breast Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Breast Cancer
  • Breast Lump
  • Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS)
  • Benign Breast Disease
  • Breast Asymmetry
  • Mastitis
  • Armpit Lump
  • Gynaecomastia
  • Malignant Breast Disease
  • Mastalgia (Breast Pain)
  • Mastectomy
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Breast Lump Excision
  • Cosmetic Breast Surgery
  • Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
  • Breast Pain Management
  • Implant Reconstruction
  • Oncoplastic Surgery
  • Breast Implants
  • Breast Reduction

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3493616


Qualifications
  • MB,BS (University of London) 1990
  • FRCS (England) 1994
  • FRCS (Intercollegiate) 1999
  • Master of Surgery (Imperial College) 2000
  • CCST (London) 2000

languages spoken
  • English
  • Arabic
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £390
  • Follow-up appointment: £275

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

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The Princess Grace Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK

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42-52 Nottingham Place, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5NY
42-52 Nottingham Place, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5NY
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Reviews

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Breast Cancer (120)
Breast Surgery (24)
Mastectomy (24)
Breast Lump (18)
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*Star rating based on patient reviews

233 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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Prof was always calm, friendly, reassuring and positive about my situation. I felt I was in excellent hands throughout my journey. I am very grateful to him for the successful outcome from surgery.

08 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Breast Lump Excision
Breast Surgery
Breast Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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Professor Kefar Mockbell is brilliant and has been so caring and supportive over the years - owe him my life and cannot praise him enough

27 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Breast Reconstruction
Cosmetic Breast Surgery
Breast Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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I’ve been seeing prof Mokbel for nearly 16 years and he is an amazing caring doctor

26 Mar 2024verified patient

5

5.00
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5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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Concise, assuring and incredibly considerate with a very positive outlook

18 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cosmetic Breast Surgery
Breast Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I have been being under the care of Professor Mokbel for the past few years after he performed a lumpectomy surgery, which went smoothly and without any complications. I couldn't be more grateful to him! From the initial consultation to the post-operative care, Professor Mokbel’s level of professionalism and attentiveness truly puts me at ease. Professor Mokbel takes the time to thoroughly explain every aspect of my treatment, ensuring that I am always well-informed and comfortable every step of the way. He communicates complex medical information in a clear and understandable manner and takes the time to address any concerns or questions I might have. I am really grateful for his dedication and professionalism and I couldn’t recommend him highly enough.

18 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Breast Surgery
Breast Lump Excision
Breast Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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From the moment I was diagnosed and meeting professor Mokbel I knew I was in the safest hands possible. His expertise and wealth of knowledge on breast cancer is exceptional. I am so thankful for him and his wonderful team for looking after me so well over the past 5 years and guiding and informing me along the way!

08 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
Breast Surgery
Breast Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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Gratefull for everything you have done.

25 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Breast Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I first saw Professor Mokbel after an initial biopsy was done and I was awaiting results from the NHS. And I am so glad I did. He was able to tell me upon examination that the lump in my lymph node was most likely cancerous. From then on everything moved very quickly with various scans and a referral to an incredible oncologist (Professor Mokbel works with a world class team). 7 months on and I have had a complete response. My initial reaction was to have a double mastectomy but Professor Mokbel explained that in my particular case, a minimally invasive surgery would result in a better outcome. His recommendations are always data driven and backed by the latest research. I had a wide local excision and an axillary lymph node dissection which only required the removal of the sentinel lymph node. I had very little pain from the surgery and 2 weeks out I have great mobility in my arm. There is also no noticeable unevenness in my breasts, if anything they look more even post surgery! I feel very lucky to have been under the care of Professor Mokbel and his team at LBI (in particular his specialist nurse Oonagh). I really couldn't have been in better hands.

24 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Breast Lump Excision
Breast Cancer
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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I knew one side book the appointment I was in good man and now as a postop, I’m so happy I’m glad I made that a decision by choosing Prof Mokbel as my surgeon

23 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Breast Reduction

5

5.00
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5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I have been diagnosed during a routine check up by another surgeon - the experience was to say the least very traumatic the way the diagnosis was handled and communicated to me, so I knew I needed to find another surgeon who could reassure me that I will be okay. Friends recommended I see Prof Mokbel. From the first consultation I knew I am finally in good hands and found surgeon who is not only technically brilliant but also cares about his patients. After consultation I needed to do some scans and Prof Mokbel personally checked on me how my first ultrasound went at the LBI and was generally very positive and caring the way he communicated and explained my diagnosis and the way forward. I am still relatively young and naturally was very anxious as to how my breast is going to look like after mastectomy as well as scarring. I did not know what to expect and was very positively surprised how natural my “new” breast looked and felt. I am still undergoing post surgery care with Prof as only three weeks post surgery and all of his team is extremely supportive and caring. I can highly recommend Prof Mokbel to anyone who was recently diagnosed and is not sure yet what surgeon to choose. As far as I am aware there is no other surgeon in london who is confident enough to do mastectomy through areola incision with minimal scaring and such amazing cosmetic result! Thank you Prof Mokbel and your brilliant and caring nursing team for being there for me!

23 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Mastectomy
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Cancer
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General Surgery (4)
Breast Cancer (2)
Breast Reconstruction (2)
Malignant Breast Disease (2)

4 endorsements

Table of knowledge, 1st class breast oncology surgeon.

23 Jul 2023
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General Surgery
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Cancer

Mr Osama Naji

Obstetrics & Gynaecology
I have referred patients to them

Professor Mokbel is a leading authority in breast cancer management. He has experience and expertise in oncoplastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. Patients benefit from the latest surgical technologies and techniques, with opportunities to participate in clinical trials and research studies. He has published hundreds of scientific and clinical papers, working collaboratively with industry to improve patient outcomes. Professor Mokbel has an international reputation, specialising in complex cases and second opinions, leading our multi-disciplinary team at the London Breast Institute, Princess Grace Hospital.

21 Jun 2023
Endorsed for
General Surgery
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Cancer

Mr Neill Patani

Breast Surgery
Is a colleague

Oncoppastic Breast Surgery

10 Mar 2021
Endorsed for
General Surgery
Breast Genetics
Excision of Lymph Nodes

Mr Mohamed Salhab

General Surgery
Is a colleague

I send my patient's who have breast cancer/benign breast surgery

28 Sep 2020
Endorsed for
General Surgery
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Professor Linda Cardozo

Obstetrics & Gynaecology
I have referred patients to them
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What are Professor Kefah Mokbel's reviews like?

Professor Kefah Mokbel's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 234 reviews

What languages does Professor Kefah Mokbel speak?

Professor Kefah Mokbel speaks English and Arabic

Where is Professor Kefah Mokbel located?

Professor Kefah Mokbel primarily practices at The Princess Grace Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at 42-52 Nottingham Place, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5NY
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