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Dr Karen Shaw
Breast Surgery · Frenchs Forest
👤 4 years of experience
5,820+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
10
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr Karen Shaw is an experienced General and Breast Surgeon dedicated to delivering personalised, comprehensive care for individuals facing both benign and malignant breast conditions. She has a special interest in breast cancer management and is highly skilled in oncoplastic surgical techniques that combine cancer removal with aesthetic preservation.
A graduate of the University of Sydney, Dr Shaw holds a Master of Surgery and a Graduate Certificate in Breast Surgery. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and an active member of both General Surgeons Australia and a full member of BreastSurgANZ.
Dr Shaw completed a dedicated Breast Surgery Fellowship at Concord Repatriation General Hospital, where she gained extensive experience in multidisciplinary cancer care. In 2018, she was appointed Clinical Surgical Superintendent at Concord, where she further developed her leadership in clinical governance, medical education, and surgical training. She also holds an academic appointment as a Clinical Lecturer at Macquarie University.
Her practice encompasses the full spectrum of breast care, including breast cancer surgery (lumpectomy, mastectomy including nipple or skin sparing, Sentinel node biopsy), benign breast disease, high-risk screening and surveillance, and breast reconstruction (implant based and autolgoous). She works closely with a multidisciplinary team—including oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, and GPs—to ensure each patient receives coordinated, evidence-based care tailored to their individual needs.
Dr Shaw is known for her thoughtful communication, her patient-centred approach, and her commitment to supporting women through what can be a challenging and emotional journey. She welcomes patients with breast symptoms or concerns that may require surgical assessment or ongoing management.
A graduate of the University of Sydney, Dr Shaw holds a Master of Surgery and a Graduate Certificate in Breast Surgery. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and an active member of both General Surgeons Australia and a full member of BreastSurgANZ.
Dr Shaw completed a dedicated Breast Surgery Fellowship at Concord Repatriation General Hospital, where she gained extensive experience in multidisciplinary cancer care. In 2018, she was appointed Clinical Surgical Superintendent at Concord, where she further developed her leadership in clinical governance, medical education, and surgical training. She also holds an academic appointment as a Clinical Lecturer at Macquarie University.
Her practice encompasses the full spectrum of breast care, including breast cancer surgery (lumpectomy, mastectomy including nipple or skin sparing, Sentinel node biopsy), benign breast disease, high-risk screening and surveillance, and breast reconstruction (implant based and autolgoous). She works closely with a multidisciplinary team—including oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, and GPs—to ensure each patient receives coordinated, evidence-based care tailored to their individual needs.
Dr Shaw is known for her thoughtful communication, her patient-centred approach, and her commitment to supporting women through what can be a challenging and emotional journey. She welcomes patients with breast symptoms or concerns that may require surgical assessment or ongoing management.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Karen Shaw
Education & training
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2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2018–2022 Residency · Breast Surgery
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2022–2023 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Breast Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
Generali Healthcare · 4,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 911 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,073 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,121 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 438 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 30 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 13 · i10: 13
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Outcomes of Breast Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.6919/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 30105800 · cited by 111
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European registry analysis of Breast Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.7545/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35601902 · cited by 21
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Breast Surgery European Annual Congress (Breast Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Breast Surgery National Society Meeting · Frenchs Forest · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Breast Surgery — Frenchs Forest · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2023
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2023
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2023
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 · karen.shaw@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
6 verified reviews5.00
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6 reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 5.0
- Knowledge
- 5.0
- Wait Time
- 4.8
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.0
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.9
- Value For Money
- 4.9
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99.0
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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