Prestigious training approval for our Breast Unit

We’re incredibly proud to announce that the Breast Surgery Unit at Chesterfield Royal Hospital has officially been approved as a BRESO training unit.  

The unit carries out approximately 600 breast surgical procedures each year and provides training across areas including breast cancer diagnosis and treatment planning, breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy, axillary surgery and oncoplastic and reconstructive techniques.

Chesterfield Royal Hospital is only the fifth unit in the United Kingdom to achieve this prestigious recognition, placing our Breast Unit among a select group of centres recognised for the quality of their breast surgical oncology training.

The approval follows a rigorous application process and reflects the expertise, multidisciplinary working and strong training environment within the Breast Unit.  It also means the team can welcome trainees and offer structured training in breast surgical oncology, helping support the development of future breast surgeons.

Susanna Polotto, Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon and Plastic Reconstructive Surgeon, who led the application, said:

“We’re incredibly proud to receive BRESO approval. This recognition reflects the expertise, dedication and hard work of our whole Breast Unit, and I’d like to thank everyone who contributed to making this possible. It’s a fantastic achievement for the team and an exciting opportunity to share our experience and support the training of future breast surgeons.”