Melissa Cunha
General Surgery
MD, PhD, FRCS
Profile
Miss Melissa Cunha is a Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon with extensive experience in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). She provides private care at The Harborne Hospital, offering expert, patient-focused treatment supported by the latest surgical techniques and research.
After completing her medical degree in São Paulo, Brazil, Miss Cunha relocated to the United Kingdom, where she undertook specialist surgical training in the East Midlands. Her academic background includes a PhD in Molecular Cancer Biology from the University of Manchester, strengthening her expertise in cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Miss Cunha’s clinical work focuses on keyhole surgery for colorectal cancer, where her goal is to improve surgical precision, reduce recovery times, and enhance long-term outcomes for patients. She is also highly experienced in managing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), providing comprehensive, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s needs.
In addition to her clinical practice, Miss Cunha is deeply committed to medical education and regularly contributes to the training and mentorship of future surgeons. Her approach combines technical excellence, research-driven insight, and genuine compassion, ensuring the highest standard of care for every patient.
Hospitals
Book appointmentThe Harborne Hospital
Mindelsohn Way, BirminghamOpen 24 hours, everyday dayThe Harborne Hospital brings together leading consultants, innovative medical technologies and state-of-the-art facilities to patients in Birmingham and The West Midlands. We’re providing a new standard of inpatient and outpatient private care in a purpose-built, multi-specialty hospital.
Book appointmentThe Priory Hospital
Priory Road, BirminghamOpen 24 hours, everyday dayThe Priory Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, is located in Birmingham, West Midlands and offers a wide range of treatments and services with access to some of the latest technology and equipment.