14 years of experience·★★★★★5.0(17 verified reviews)
4,675+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
7
Publications
2
Languages spoken
PROFILE SUMMARY
About Dr Chad Chang at a glance
Dr Chad Chang is a Plastic Surgery practitioner based in Gateshead, United Kingdom, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 14+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2008). Serves patients in Gateshead, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.
VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026
About
I am a Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeon based in Newcastle upon Tyne. My practice is founded on providing evidence-led, consultant-delivered care, tailoring both reconstructive and aesthetic principles to the specific anatomical and functional needs of each patient.
My Clinical Practice
My clinical focus spans complex reconstructive microsurgery, aesthetic surgery of the face and body, and the advanced management of lymphatic disorders. As the lead for the Great North Lymphatic Centre, I provide targeted surgical interventions for patients with lymphoedema and lipoedema. My approach to aesthetic surgery is similarly grounded in restorative principles, focusing on tissue quality, proportion, and achieving natural, balanced outcomes.
Key Areas of Expertise
Lymphoedema & Lymphatic Surgery: Diagnostic Indocyanine Green (ICG) mapping, lymphaticovenous anastomosis (LVA), vascularised lymph node transfer (VLNT), and immediate lymphatic reconstruction (ILR).
Reconstructive Microsurgery: Complex head and neck reconstruction and lower limb salvage following major trauma or oncological resection.
Skin Cancer Surgery: Excision and specialist reconstruction; I serve as a core member of the regional Skin Cancer and Head and Neck Multidisciplinary Teams (MDTs).
Aesthetic Surgery: Facial rejuvenation and targeted body contouring, and specialist Asian aesthetic surgery. I possess specific expertise in tailoring procedures to Asian anatomical features—particularly periorbital rejuvenation and facial contouring—with a focus on respecting and preserving ethnic characteristics.
Training and Regional Healthcare Support
I earned my medical degree from the University of Leeds and completed specialist plastic surgery training in the North East of England, achieving Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Plastic Surgery in 2023. I subsequently completed two highly prestigious fellowships in Taiwan at China Medical University Hospital and Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital. This training provided concentrated exposure to highly specialised soft-tissue procedures and lymphatic supermicrosurgery.
Beyond my primary NHS and private practices in Newcastle, I actively collaborate with regional hospital trusts across Northern England and Scotland. By providing visiting specialist surgical support, I help increase regional operating capacity and reduce treatment waiting times for patients requiring elective and urgent care.
Research and Surgical Education
My commitment to clinical excellence extends beyond the operating theatre into active research and the training of future surgeons. I hold a Master of Research and direct my current academic focus toward evaluating long-term lymphoedema surgical outcomes, refining microsurgical ergonomics, and integrating advanced workflows to improve patient care. As an Associate Editor for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open and a regular peer reviewer of various international scientific publications, I remain actively engaged with the latest advancements in my field.
Furthermore, I am dedicated to surgical education. I regularly instruct higher surgical trainees in complex microsurgery and anatomical workshops, and I am frequently invited to present my clinical outcomes at national and international conferences. This continuous academic involvement ensures my patients receive care informed by the most rigorous, up-to-date, and evidence-based standards.
Beyond the Clinic
Outside of my professional commitments, I enjoy exploring the local countryside with my wife and two young sons. Alongside family time, I maintain active interests in DIY and technique-oriented cooking, which provide a grounded balance to a demanding surgical practice.
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Recent reviews
★★★★★ ✓ Verified
Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
★★★★★ ✓ Verified
Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES
Dr Chad Chang's Areas of Specialty
Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Chad Chang treats, with the size of the national pool of United Kingdom doctors offering the same care.
Medical practice in United Kingdom is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant United Kingdom medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Gateshead carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.
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What does Chad Chang specialise in?
Chad Chang specialises in Plastic Surgery in Gateshead, GB. 14 years of clinical experience.
What conditions does Chad Chang treat?
Chad Chang treats conditions within Plastic Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.
Where does Chad Chang practise?
Chad Chang practises in Gateshead, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.
What languages does Chad Chang speak?
Chad Chang speaks English, Mandarin.
How do I book an appointment with Chad Chang?
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What do patients say about Chad Chang?
Chad Chang has a verified rating of 5/5 from 17 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.
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