Mr Reza Nassab offers gynaecomastia surgery for adult men in London, with consultations at CLNQ, Battersea Reach and surgery performed at a private hospital in London. Men come from across the capital and the South East, and some travel in from further afield. Follow-up is planned in advance, combining in-person reviews in London with remote check-ins where appropriate.
An overview of male breast reduction
Gynaecomastia surgery reduces excess breast tissue in men to create a flatter chest. The firm glandular tissue behind the nipple is removed through a short incision along the lower border of the areola, and liposuction is used to reduce surrounding fat and smooth the transition to the chest wall and armpit. Where there is significant loose skin, often after major weight loss, skin reduction may also be needed, which involves longer scars. The approach is chosen after examining your chest, rather than following a set package.
Your consultation at Battersea Reach
At CLNQ, Battersea Reach, you will meet Mr Nassab for a detailed, private consultation. He will take a full history, including medications, supplements, alcohol and any use of anabolic steroids, and examine the chest to assess the balance of gland, fat and skin. You will discuss the likely scars, recovery time and risks, and have the chance to ask questions. Photographs are taken with your consent for planning. The consultation is charged at £150, separately from surgery, which costs from £9,500.
Surgery in London
Your operation is carried out at a private hospital in London under general anaesthetic, usually as a day case. The consultant anaesthetist will see you before surgery, and Mr Nassab will confirm the plan and mark the chest. The procedure commonly takes one to two hours. You will wake in a compression vest and, once comfortable, be discharged with pain relief, written aftercare instructions and a direct contact number. You will need an adult to take you home and stay with you on the first night.
Travelling in for surgery
Many patients travel into London for their procedure, whether from the Home Counties, elsewhere in the UK, or overseas. If you are coming from a distance, it is sensible to stay nearby for the first few nights after surgery so that you are close to the team while the risk of early complications, such as bleeding, is highest. Avoid long-haul flights in the early weeks, as prolonged immobility increases the risk of blood clots; Mr Nassab will advise on safe timing for travel home based on your recovery.
Follow-up arrangements
- Early review: a wound check within the first week or two, usually in London.
- Later reviews: appointments at intervals over the following months to assess the contour and scars.
- Remote contact: photographs and video reviews can supplement, but not replace, in-person care for patients who live further away.
- Local support: for patients travelling far, it helps to let your GP know about your surgery in case you need local assistance.
Knowing how and when you will be reviewed before you book is an important part of safe cosmetic surgery.
Recovery at a glance
Soreness, bruising and swelling are expected for the first one to two weeks. Many men return to desk work after around a week, wear the compression vest for about six weeks, and avoid chest and upper-body training for a similar period. Scars along the areola edge usually settle and fade over twelve to eighteen months. Contact the team urgently if one side of the chest swells rapidly; the same day for fever or spreading redness; your GP or NHS 111 the same day for one-sided calf pain or leg swelling; and call 999 for chest pain or breathlessness.
Who is suitable
Surgery is for men aged 18 and over who are in good general health, at a steady weight, not using anabolic steroids, and willing to stop smoking and nicotine products around the time of surgery. Underlying causes should ideally be checked with a GP first. Mr Nassab will give an honest view on whether surgery is likely to help and what it can realistically achieve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are London consultations held?
Consultations take place at CLNQ, Battersea Reach, and surgery is performed at a private hospital in London.
Can patients travel from outside London for surgery?
Yes. Men travel from across the UK and abroad; staying nearby for the first few nights and planning follow-up in advance is recommended.
How soon after surgery is it safe to fly?
This depends on the flight length and your recovery. Mr Nassab will advise on timing, as long flights soon after surgery increase clot risk.
How much does gynaecomastia surgery cost in London?
Gynaecomastia surgery costs from £9,500 depending on the techniques needed. The £150 consultation fee is charged separately.
