Mr Cunnick is a highly experienced consultant breast surgeon with over 20 years of expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of breast conditions. He has a specialist interest in breast cancer, including oncoplastic surgery (which combines cancer removal surgery with cosmetic techniques) and breast reconstruction for patients, helping patients feel confident and supported throughout their care journey.

Mr Cunnick sees patients with a variety of breast concerns, including:

• Breast lumps or thickened areas
• Breast pain (mastalgia) or discomfort
• Changes in breast shape or size
• Nipple changes, such as inversion, discharge, or rash
• Redness, swelling, or dimpling of the skin
• Armpit lumps or swelling
• Concerns raised from mammogram or screening results
• Family history of breast cancer and risk assessments

He understands that patients often come to clinic feeling anxious or uncertain about new or unusual changes, and he is known for his clear explanations, compassionate approach, and calm, reassuring presence.

He performs a full range of breast procedures, including lumpectomies, mastectomies, sentinel lymph node biopsies, and reconstructive surgery. He also offers cosmetic breast procedures, such as breast enlargement (augmentation), always focusing on achieving natural and balanced results.

Mr Cunnick trained at the prestigious St Bartholomew’s Hospital in London and is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. He completed his surgical training in London and the South East, choosing to specialise in breast surgery early in his career. In recognition of his innovative research into breast cancer, he was awarded the Hunterian Professorship in 2004 for his work on lymphatic spread in breast cancer.

He is actively involved in improving national breast cancer care and currently serves as Chair of the Audit Committee for the Association of Breast Surgery (ABS) and the NHS Breast Screening Programme. He is also the National Surgical Lead for Breast Screening, helping to shape how screening and surgical care are delivered across the UK.

Mr Cunnick works in the NHS at the High Wycombe Breast Unit, where he has been the lead consultant for the multidisciplinary team (MDT) for many years, ensuring that patients receive coordinated, high-quality care from diagnosis through to treatment and follow-up.

Patients appreciate his thorough approach, clinical expertise, and genuine commitment to delivering compassionate care tailored to their individual needs.

All breast surgery, including benign lumps, cancers, breast reconstruction, sentinel node biopsy, axillary surgery.  He also manages breast pain, infections and other non-surgical breast conditions.

 

• Association of Breast Surgeons (ABS)
• Association of Surgeons of Great Britain & Ireland (ASGBI)
• Royal College of Surgeons of England