My plastic surgery training in the UK commenced in 2001. Following my higher surgical training in Cambridge and associated units, I achieved my Certificate of Completion of Training by the GMC in 2012. Because of my interest in head & neck and breast surgery, I progressed to further fellowship training in the UK’s largest plastic surgery unit St Andrews Hospital in Chelmsford and the Royal Marsden Hospital in London.
Academically, I achieved a PhD, a number of publications in peer reviewed medical journals, international presentations, book chapters and have also completed several peer reviews for leading medical journals.
Since 2012, I have worked as a consultant in Cambridgeshire. I held NHS positions as Clinical Lead for plastic surgery, as Associate Divisional Director in Head & Neck, as Associate Divisional Director in Private Healthcare and as Surgical Specialty Lead of the Eastern Region for the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) amongst others.
Surgeons keep a logbook to document all the operations they have performed. BAAPS expects members to submit annual audits of their performance and complications. Some surgeons perform a high number in very few procedures and others offer a wider scope of practice with smaller numbers. Experience does not always translate into good outcomes, but it is a useful indicator. Some procedures are very infrequently requested, and therefore most surgeons are likely to have low numbers. In that case, appropriate training and transferable skills from similar operations are good criteria. It is reasonable to ask your surgeon about their experience. There is not one “right” way of operating. Your surgeon should be able to explain to you why they perform procedures in a certain way and why they feel that this would be best for you.
Dr Hagen Schumacher specialises in facial, breast and body aesthetic surgery, with particular expertise in otoplasty, rhinoplasty, facelift techniques, male chest surgery, and complex reconstructive procedures. He is internationally recognised for his work in ear reshaping, including prominent ear correction and reconstruction, and is also highly experienced in facial rejuvenation and gender-affirming surgeries.
Dr Schumacher stands out for his precision-driven, patient-focused approach and his deep subspecialty expertise in ear and facial surgery. His reconstructive background allows him to manage both straightforward cosmetic cases and complex corrections with equal confidence. Patients appreciate his clear communication, meticulous planning, and ability to achieve natural, balanced results that complement their existing features.
Dr Hagen Schumacher specialises in facial, breast and body aesthetic surgery, with particular expertise in otoplasty, rhinoplasty, facelift techniques, male chest surgery, and complex reconstructive procedures. He is internationally recognised for his work in ear reshaping, including prominent ear correction and reconstruction, and is also highly experienced in facial rejuvenation and gender-affirming surgeries.
Mr Schumacher practises at 101 Harley Street, the Cadogan Clinic and other leading private surgical centres across London, offering patients high-quality care in modern, fully equipped clinical settings.
