About
Mr. Rajiv V. Dave is a Consultant Oncoplastic Breast and Endocrine Surgeon. He is based at a recognized centre of excellence providing complex oncoplastic breast surgery and leading new technology. His specialist surgical training, spanning over 10 years, includes a Research Fellowship awarded the Patey Prize by the Society of Academic and Research Surgery, a prestigious TIG Oncoplastic Fellowship in Manchester, and an International Fellowship in Breast, Endocrine, and Melanoma in Melbourne, Australia. He is trained in thyroid and parathyroid surgery and is part of a busy endocrine service, as well as a member of the Greater Manchester & Cheshire Thyroid Cancer Team. He has a particular interest in thyroidectomy for Graves' disease and the surgical management of primary hyperparathyroidism. Mr. Dave has a strong academic interest and portfolio, with experience in clinical writing in high impact-factor peer-reviewed journals and lay-terminology patient information. He has led and delivered large national collaborative studies, informing and impacting clinical practice, and has been awarded prestigious research grants. He serves in several regional and national clinical leadership roles, including the Association of Breast Surgery Academic and Research Committee, and is a steering member of the UK/Kenya Healthcare Alliance. Mr. Dave is also an accomplished oil-painter and photographer, striving to maintain artistry in his surgical practice. His expertise includes oncoplastic breast surgery, thyroidectomy, parathyroid surgery, and melanoma surgery.