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About Miss Bernadette Pereira
Personal Profile
Miss Bernadette Pereira is a highly skilled and dedicated Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to her private practice.
Training
Miss Pereira holds several prestigious qualifications, reflecting her extensive training and commitment to excellence. She has completed higher surgical training at some of the UK's top institutions, including the Royal Free Hospital, the Royal Marsden Hospital, Barts and the London, and St. George’s Hospital. This extensive training provided her with in-depth experience across the full spectrum of breast disease management, from early detection and diagnosis to the most advanced oncoplastic procedures that combine oncological principles with reconstructive techniques.
Practice
She has been working as a Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon for the last 7 years at the North Middlesex University Hospital, London. With an impressive background in breast disease management and oncoplastic surgical techniques, she is committed to delivering the highest standards of care for her patients. Her clinical and academic journey, marked by rigorous training and significant contributions to breast cancer, has established her as a respected figure in the field.
Her skill set encompasses a wide range of breast surgeries, from straightforward lumpectomies to complex oncoplastic procedures. She is proficient in breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy with reconstruction, and advanced techniques such as therapeutic mammoplasties and Breast Symmetrisation surgeries. Miss Pereira’s practice is characterised by a commitment to innovation and a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for her patients, utilising the latest techniques to provide effective and minimally invasive treatment options. Her approach priorities the preservation of body image and overall well-being, ensuring that patients receive comprehensive care tailored to their individual needs.
Teaching
In addition to her clinical practice, Miss Pereira is a dedicated medical educator. She holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education, underscoring her commitment to teaching and training the next generation of surgeons. Currently, she serves as a Foundation Programme Training Director, where she oversees the development of junior doctors in their early careers. Her role as an OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) examiner for final-year MBBS students, faculty member for interviews at the London Deanery for both Core Surgical Training and Higher Surgical Training programs reflects her active involvement in assessing and shaping the competencies of future medical professionals.
Research
Miss Pereira’s dedication to advancing the field of breast surgery extends beyond her clinical duties. She was involved in research initiatives, particularly those aimed at improving intraoperative techniques and diagnostic accuracy in breast cancer treatment. While at the Royal Free Hospital, she contributed to projects investigating the use of intraoperative radiotherapy, the exploration of novel technologies such as photodynamic therapy, which uses light-sensitive drugs and light exposure to destroy cancer cells.
Another innovative project she participated in involved the Optical Biopsy Scanner, a device that employs Elastic Scattering Spectroscopy to facilitate the real-time diagnosis of sentinel lymph node metastases during surgery. This work demonstrates her commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology into clinical practice to enhance patient outcomes.
Miss Pereira's scholarly contributions include numerous publications and presentations at national and international conferences. She remains actively involved in academic pursuits, collaborating with her team at North Middlesex University Hospital on ongoing audits and service improvement projects which not only contributes to the scientific community but also leads to tangible improvements in patient care and service delivery.
Patient Feedback
Her dedication to patient-centred care is evident from the positive feedback she consistently receives. Her approach is characterised by compassion, clear communication, and a thorough understanding of her patients' needs. Miss Pereira values patient input and strives to involve them in decision-making, ensuring that they are well-informed about their treatment options. The testimonials on platforms such as iWantGreatCare reflect the high level of satisfaction among her patients, who praise her professionalism, empathy, and the quality of care she provides.
Miss Bernadette Pereira brings a blend of surgical excellence, educational leadership, and the constant quest for research and audit, to her private practice. Her patients can be assured of receiving not only state-of-the-art treatment but also the compassionate support necessary to navigate their breast cancer journey. With her extensive training, dedication to teaching, and commitment to learning advancements in Breast Disease management, Miss Pereira is well positioned to make a significant impact in the field of Oncoplastic Breast Surgery.
Clinical Interests
Breast Disease
- Benign Breast disease
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Symmetry
- Breast Screening
- Breast Cancer Risk Management
Breast Surgery
- Breast Cancer Surgery: Lumpectomy, Mastectomy, Sentinel node biopsy, Axillary nodal clearance
- Reconstructive Surgery: Breast Reconstructions, Therapeutic Mammoplasty
- Breast Symmetrisation Surgery
- Nipple Surgery: Nipple Reconstruction, Microdochectomy, Major Duct excision
Professional Memberships
- General Medical Council (GMC)
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (Eng)
- British Medical Association (BMA)
- Medical Defence Union
