Mr Hodgins undertook his medical studies and higher surgical training in a number of prestigious plastic surgery centres around the UK including Newcastle Upon Tyne, Durham, Manchester, Middlesbrough and Belfast. On completing his plastic surgery training Mr Hodgins was nationally appointed to undertake an oncoplastic breast surgery fellowship at the Nightingale Breast Centre in Manchester, one of the largest and most reputable breast surgery units in Europe. During this period Mr Hodgins underwent subspecialist training in all aspects of oncological, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery of the breast.

Following this period of specialist training, Mr Hodgins was one of four UK Plastic Surgeons to be awarded the Niall Kirkpatrick Fellowship in Aesthetic Surgery by the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS). During this dedicated period of subspecialist practice, he gained expertise in a wide range of cosmetic surgery including breast, abdominal, facial and eyelid surgery. Having been trained by leaders in this field, his exposure to the discipline of aesthetic surgery is extensive. Mr Hodgins is known in particular for his specialist aesthetic experience in breast and body procedures such as breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lifting and tummy tucks. He also has comprehensive experience in non-surgical aesthetic treatments, often combining these with surgical procedures to achieve ideal results.

Mr Hodgins is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and is a member of BAPRAS (British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons), BAAPS (British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons) and the ABS (Association of Breast Surgeons). He is fully registered as a specialist in plastic surgery with the General Medical Council. Academically he has authored 13 peer-reviewed publications, delivered 16 international and national presentations and won 3 national prizes for his work. He enjoys teaching plastic surgeons of the future and is regularly involved as a faculty member on the North East Flap and Microsurgery courses.

Mr Hodgins is well known for his professional and warm manner. He continually strives to achieve optimum aesthetic surgical outcomes for his patients as he finds this to be one of the most satisfying parts of being a doctor and plastic surgeon. Your safety and comfort are his top priorities. He will provide you with bespoke care centred around your individual needs and will guide you along each step of your treatment journey.