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Associate Professor Sue Down

Breast Surgery Norwich

Associate Professor Sue Down

6 years of experience

2,819+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
14
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Associate Professor Sue Down at a glance

Associate Professor Sue Down is a Breast Surgery practitioner based in Norwich, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 28+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2016). Serves patients in Norwich, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Associate Professor Sue Down is a Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon. She is a specialist in oncoplastic breast surgery, which combines oncological breast cancer surgery with plastic surgery techniques. This approach aims to provide the best oncological outcome while minimising post-operative issues and optimising cosmetic results.

She has a PhD in Cancer Studies, and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Associated Professor Down is the current Clinical Lead for her NHS breast unit, the James Paget University Hospital. She has a particular interest in medical edication both in the UK and abroad, and is National Chair of the Education and Training Committee at the Association of Breast Surgery, and a board member for the European Breast Surgery Qualification. She is also Course Director for the international Masters Degree in Oncoplastic Surgery, which provides online training to breast surgeons globally.

Her specialist operative skills include breast cancer surgery using oncoplastic techniques, which help maintain breast shape and minimise post-operative issues by remodelling breast tissue. She also specialises in risk-reducing surgery for women at a high risk of developing breast cancer. Additionally, she has expertise in treating older women with breast cancer, using their skills and experience to provide tailored care for this patient group.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Associate Professor Sue Down

Education & training

  1. 2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Norwich (GB)
  2. 2016–2020 Residency · Breast Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Norwich (GB)
  3. 2020–2021 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    AP-HP Paris, FR

Career & appointments

  1. 2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Breast Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-519173 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Breast Surgery
#EB-18EC2B4C · issued 2021 · renewal 2031
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 663
Annual physical exam 99395 169
Vaccination administration 90471 1,881
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 646

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 60 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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HEADSHOT
Sue Down in consultation
IN OFFICE
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WITH TEAM
Sue Down at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 130s
Meet Sue Down

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 8

  1. European registry analysis of Breast Surgery outcomes
    Sue Down, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6027/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 32123905 · cited by 143
  2. Outcomes of Breast Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Sue Down, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.6551/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37414319 · cited by 5
  3. European registry analysis of Breast Surgery outcomes
    Sue Down, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.8762/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 33881978 · cited by 3

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Breast Surgery European Annual Congress (Breast Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Breast Surgery National Society Meeting · Norwich · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Breast Surgery — Norwich · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2021
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2021
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Breast Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a breast surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · miss.sue.down@euroclinics.example

Location

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Associate Professor Sue Down's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Associate Professor Sue Down treats, with the size of the national pool of United Kingdom doctors offering the same care.

Breast Surgery

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Sue Down specialise in?

    Sue Down specialises in Breast Surgery in Norwich, GB. 28 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Sue Down treat?

    Sue Down treats conditions within Breast Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Sue Down practise?

    Sue Down practises in Norwich, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Sue Down speak?

    Sue Down speaks English.

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