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An initial consultation with Mr Simon Monkhouse is from £250.
Mr Simon Monkhouse
Consultant Upper GI & Bariatric Surgeon
MA, MBBChir, PGCME, FRCS
Specialises in
- Gallstones and gallbladder surgery
- Groin hernia surgery- keyhole
- Hiatus hernia and acid reflux surgery
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Weight loss surgery including sleeve and bypass
I am a Consultant Weight Loss and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon providing the full range of weight loss surgery and specialist keyhole surgery (hernias, gallbladders and anti-reflux surgery). I see and treat patients with gallstone disease and hernias and provide keyhole approaches with fast recovery and minimal downtime. An enhanced recovery and patient experience and the two most important elements of my service.
I studied at the University of Cambridge and won prizes for academic excellence (top first in my year). I was appointed as a Consultant Surgeon at East Surrey Hospital in February 2014 and perform complex and robotic procedures for gallstones and hernia patients. Keyhole techniques are such that open surgery is now a rarity.
I lead the multidisciplinary weight loss surgery team comprised of specialist nurses, a dietitian and a psychotherapist and I strongly believe that this team approach offers the best outcome for patients. I am immensely proud of the weight loss surgery outcomes that we achieve at Spire Gatwick Park Hospital.
I am widely published in the keyhole surgery field and most recently won a national prize at The Association of Surgeons of Great Britain meeting. I have a particular interest in patient safety and designed a national protocol for emergency doctors to look after post-operative patients.
Patient experience and excellent outcomes are what drives me. I was awarded the “Your Care Matters” award by my NHS Trust in 2015 for consistent high standards and high levels of patient satisfaction.
I collect patient feedback via iWantGreatCare. This is important to allow me to reflect on my offering and put the patient at the centre of their care pathway. I have regular weekly operating lists and clinics at Spire Gatwick Park and can provide ad-hoc appointments, in person or virtual, to suit the requirements of the patient.
General Medical Council Number: 6040030
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr Simon Monkhouse at Spire include:
General surgery
- Gallbladder / gallstone removal (cholecystectomy)
- Gastroscopy
- Hernia surgery
Other treatments
- Anti-reflux surgery
- Laparoscopic surgery
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Additional information
Clinical interests
Gastrointestinal surgery
Hernia repair surgery
Laparoscopic surgery
Minimal access surgery
Special clinical interests: Anti-reflux surgery.
Qualification and professional memberships
FRCS / Royal College of Surgeons of England / 2012
Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons
MA / University of Cambridge / 2003
Additional research degree
MBBCHIR / University of Cambridge / 2001
Primary medical degree
PGCME / University of Bristol / 2010
Educational and teaching qualification
Professional memberships
Association of Upper GI Surgeons of Great Britain & Ireland
Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons of Great Britain & Ireland
British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society
International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity
Current NHS posts
Consultant Upper GI & Bariatric Surgeon, East Surrey Hospital.
Personal profile
I have a young family with two energetic boys and we enjoy walking and exploring the Surrey countryside.