About
DR BEN GREEN
Dr Ben Green is a Specialist Breast and Endocrine Surgeon providing comprehensive care for patients with breast cancer, benign breast disease, and thyroid and parathyroid conditions.
Consulting from Brisbane Breast and Surgical Care in Fortitude Valley, Dr Green delivers modern, evidence-based surgery within a purpose-built multidisciplinary centre. Working alongside radiologists, breast physicians and specialist clinicians, he provides an integrated model of care that allows many patients to undergo imaging, receive results and consult with a specialist surgeon on the same day.
Dr Green has particular expertise in contemporary breast cancer surgery, including breast-conserving techniques, oncoplastic breast surgery, sentinel lymph node biopsy and targeted axillary surgery. He also provides specialist endocrine surgery for thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer, hyperparathyroidism and parathyroid disease, using minimally invasive techniques wherever appropriate.
Areas of Expertise
Dr Green provides specialist surgical care in:
Breast cancer surgery
Oncoplastic breast surgery
Targeted axillary surgery
Thyroid cancer
Hyperparathyroidism
Benign breast disease
Breast-conserving surgery
Sentinel lymph node biopsy
Thyroid surgery
Thyroid nodules
Parathyroid surgery
Training & Background
From Tasmania to specialist practice
Dr Green grew up in Tasmania and completed his medical degree at the University of Tasmania.
Following graduation, he undertook junior medical training in Canberra before moving to Sydney and Brisbane to complete advanced training in General Surgery and subspecialty fellowship training in Breast Surgery.
This broad training pathway has shaped his strong grounding in both breast and endocrine surgery and underpins his balanced, evidence-based approach to patient care.
Specialist Practice
2013 — Specialist Practice
Dr Green commenced practice as a Specialist Breast and Endocrine Surgeon in 2013, initially working at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital.
2020 — Private Practice
In 2020, he transitioned to private practice, joining Specialist Services at St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital, where he continues to provide specialist surgical care.
His clinical practice includes:
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Breast cancer surgery and benign breast disease
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Oncoplastic breast surgery and reconstruction
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Thyroid surgery, including thyroid nodules and thyroid cancer
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Parathyroid surgery, including hyperparathyroidism
Dr Green has undertaken extensive training in oncoplastic breast surgery, with the aim of maintaining or improving breast shape at the time of breast cancer surgery while achieving optimal cancer outcomes. He also specialises in complex thyroid and parathyroid conditions, using minimally invasive techniques wherever appropriate.
My Approach
Integrated, patient-focused care
As Co-Director of Brisbane Breast and Surgical Care, Dr Green works closely with Dr Beth Campbell and the broader multidisciplinary team to provide integrated, patient-focused care.
This collaborative model allows many patients to undergo imaging, receive results and consult with a specialist surgeon on the same day, reducing delays, minimising anxiety and avoiding unnecessary appointments.
Dr Green is known for his calm, thoughtful approach, clear communication and commitment to delivering modern, high-quality surgical care within a supportive and respectful environment.
Education, Leadership & Professional Contributions
Professional appointments
Dr Green has a strong commitment to education, training and maintaining high standards in breast surgery. His professional appointments include:
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Councillor, Breast Surgeons of Australia and New Zealand (BreastSurgANZ)
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Co-Chair, Breast Surgical Training Program
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Examiner in General Surgery
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Member, Australian and New Zealand Endocrine Surgeons Society
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Member, Therapeutic Goods Administration Breast Implant Working Group
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Member, Queensland Cancer Control Analysis Team
Outside the Clinic