Miss Rachel O’Connell is a Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon at The Royal Marsden, specialising in oncoplastic breast surgery. With a focus on achieving optimal cosmetic outcomes, she combines breast cancer removal with plastic surgical techniques to ensure the best appearance post-treatment. Rachel collaborates closely with plastic surgeons at The Royal Marsden to offer a comprehensive range of reconstructive options, ensuring holistic patient care.

Graduating from the University of Bristol Medical School in 2007, Rachel completed her surgical training within the London Deanery. She furthered her expertise with a Royal College of Surgeons of England funded MD research degree at The Royal Marsden/Institute of Cancer Research, focusing on enhancing cosmetic outcomes after breast cancer surgery. Subsequently, she completed an Oncoplastic Breast Surgery Fellowship at The Royal Marsden in 2020/1.

Rachel’s dedication to research is evident through her numerous peer-reviewed publications, totalling over 40 articles, and her presentations at international conferences. She is deeply committed to improving surgical outcomes in breast cancer, aiming to enhance the lives of women affected by the disease. Her holistic approach to patient care and unwavering commitment to excellence make her a respected figure in the field of oncoplastic breast surgery.