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An initial consultation with Mr Francesco Di Maggio is from £250.
Mr Francesco Di Maggio
Consultant Upper GI Surgeon
MBBS, MD, MCHIR
Specialises in
- Anti-reflux surgery
- Gallstones
- General surgery
- Hernia surgery
- Minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery
I am a Consultant General and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon, and I am an expert in the treatment of acid reflux, gallstones, hernias and digestive disorders. I specialise in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, with a track record of exceptionally low postoperative complication rates.
I played a key role in developing the anti-reflux service at Croydon University Hospital, resulting in an eightfold increase in procedure volume since my appointment and the successful management of several complex UGI surgical scenarios such as giant paraesophageal hernias and gastric volvulus. I use minimally invasive techniques ensuring faster recovery and a quicker return to physical activities.
I have an extensive academic background with several first author high impact publications and prestigious international collaborations. I have worked in the most diverse settings and successfully managed extreme situations working as a humanitarian surgeon in Sub-Saharan Africa during my master’s degree with Medecins Sans Frontieres. I further specialised in upper gastro-intestinal surgery working for three years as a Senior UGI Surgical Fellow at St Thomas’ Hospital, one of the leading oesophago-gastric centers in the UK.
I am a strong advocate of shared decision making. I will always make sure that my patients understand the rationale, benefits and risks of surgery. I allow my patients the opportunity to choose to what degree they want to engage in decision making about the treatment available for them at that time.
General Medical Council Number: 6168199
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr Francesco Di Maggio at Spire include:
Endoscopy
General surgery
- Gallbladder / gallstone removal (cholecystectomy)
- Gastroscopy
- Hernia surgery
- Laparoscopy investigation and treatment
- Scar revision
Other treatments
- Anti-reflux surgery
- LINX® procedure
- Nissen fundoplication
- Oesophageal dysmotility
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Additional information
Clinical interests
General surgery
Gastrointestinal surgery
Gastrointestinal pathology
Motility disorder
Qualification and professional memberships
MCHIR / University Of Verona / 2017
Master Degree In Surgery of Humanitarian Emergencies (Hons)
MD / University Of Parma / 2014
Diploma of Specialisation in General Surgery (Hons)
MBBS / University Of Milan-Bicocca / 2006
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Summa Cum Laude)
Professional memberships
British Medical Association (BMA)
International Society for The Disease of The Esophagus (ISDE)
Italian Medical Society of Great Britain (IMSGB)
The Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery Society (TUGSS)
Professional leadership
Anti-reflux Lead at Croydon University Hospital
Current NHS posts
Croydon University Hospital
Personal profile
I am married to my beautiful wife Liana. We like good food and we love travelling (especially to Italy and Japan). In my spare time, I play the piano, I play tennis and chess. I also like cycling and gardening if the weather allows. Last but not least, I am a big AC Milan fan.