Breast Services
Trusted processes for elective recovery across the NHS
Our Understanding of Breast Services
Breast services play a critical role in the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of both benign and malignant breast conditions. They cover the full patient pathway, from initial referral and rapid-access “one-stop” clinics through to diagnostic imaging, biopsy, surgery, and post-treatment follow-up.
NHS Trusts are facing sustained pressure in this area, with high volumes of two-week wait referrals and growing demand for both diagnostic and surgical services. Any delay in access has a direct impact on cancer pathways, patient outcomes, and patient wellbeing. Timely diagnosis and intervention are essential to meeting national cancer targets and reducing patient anxiety.
At NCI, we understand that breast services require consultant-led, multidisciplinary teams working within robust governance frameworks, with close collaboration between surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, and specialist nurses.
Our Approach to
Breast Services Insourcing
- Rapid-access “one-stop” breast clinics, including imaging and biopsy
- Outpatient follow-up and survivorship clinics
- Day case and inpatient breast surgery (benign and malignant)
- Oncoplastic and reconstructive breast procedures
- Multidisciplinary team (MDT) participation for breast cancer pathways
Consultant-Led Expertise
All services are delivered by Consultant Breast Surgeons and Breast Radiologists with extensive NHS experience, supported by breast care nurses, radiographers, and theatre teams.
Comprehensive Service Coverage
We provide additional capacity across:
Pathway Integration
Our teams work seamlessly with Trust protocols, cancer MDTs, and national standards. We ensure compliance with NICE guidance, Association of Breast Surgery (ABS) standards, and local governance requirements.
Governance & Patient Safety
Patient safety is central to our approach. We operate within robust governance frameworks, with incident reporting, outcome monitoring, and transparent sharing of performance metrics with partner Trusts.
Key Benefits of
NCI’s Breast Services Support
Rapid mobilisation of consultant-led breast surgery and diagnostic teams
Increased capacity to deliver two-week wait and 62-day cancer pathway targets
Reduced waiting times for both benign and malignant breast conditions
Seamless integration with Trust IT, governance, and cancer MDT structures
Transparent pricing and sustainable local workforce recruitment