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An initial consultation with Mr Alan Osborne is from £200.
Mr Alan Osborne
Consultant Upper GI & Bariatric Surgeon
BMedSci, BMBS, MMEd, FRCS
"Facilities at Spire Bristol are excellent allowing complex surgery to be performed safely and to the highest standard. It has an established bariatric service and the staff work as a team."
Specialises in
- Weight loss surgery
- Metabolic surgery including type 2 diabetes surgery
- Gallstones treatment
Also available for:
Virtual consultations:
If you’re considering surgery for weight loss, gallstones, or a hernia, I understand that choosing the right surgeon matters. I am a highly experienced consultant upper gastrointestinal and bariatric surgeon, specialising in advanced minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery, with a strong focus on excellent outcomes and personalised patient care.
I have performed over 3,000 operations and have extensive expertise in weight‑loss surgery, laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, and keyhole hernia repair. My approach combines technical precision with clear communication and a genuine commitment to supporting patients through every stage of their treatment.
My focus is on procedures that deliver meaningful, long‑term improvements in health and quality of life. My practice centres on proven bariatric procedures, alongside safe and effective surgery for gallstones and hernias, using modern minimally invasive techniques wherever possible.
A personal, patient‑centred approach is central to how I work. Patients often value my calm, approachable manner and my ability to explain complex options clearly. I take the time to understand each individual’s goals, providing honest advice and tailored treatment plans — from the initial consultation through to recovery and long‑term follow‑up.
My results for weight‑loss surgery are published on the National Bariatric Surgery Registry, and I have received five‑star feedback on platforms including Doctify and Google, which can be viewed on my website. Private patient outcomes are also reported on the Private Healthcare Information Network (PHIN).
I run regular clinics for gallstone and hernia patients most weeks, with both face‑to‑face and video consultations available to book online. Patients can usually be seen within a week of enquiry. Weekly private operating lists and excellent theatre capacity mean that surgery can typically be scheduled within weeks.
I am a recognised clinical leader and currently serve as Chair of a Medical Advisory Committee for a charity, while continuing to work within the NHS as Lead for the Bariatric Surgery Service. In recognition of my contribution to weight‑loss surgery, I was awarded the prestigious Hunterian Professorship of Surgery by the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
I remain actively involved in clinical research and continue to publish original scientific work, ensuring that my patients benefit from treatment informed by the latest evidence and best practice.
General Medical Council Number: 4714051
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr Alan Osborne at Spire include:
Bariatrics
- Gastric bypass surgery
- Gastric band surgery
- Gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy)
- Gastric balloon (weight loss balloon)
General surgery
- Gallbladder / gallstone removal (cholecystectomy)
- Gastroscopy
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Additional information
Clinical interests
General surgery
Laparoscopic surgery
Minimal access surgery
Obesity surgery
Weight loss surgery
Qualification and professional memberships
BMBS / University of Nottingham / 2000
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Professional memberships
Association of Upper Gastro-Intestinal Surgeons
British Obesity & Metabolic Surgery Society
General Medical Council
National Bariatric Surgery Registry
Royal College of Surgeons of England
Professional leadership
Clinical Lead Endoscopy North Bristol Trust 2015
Unit Co-ordinator Senior Surgery 2016
Current NHS posts
Consultant Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon, North Bristol NHS Trust.
Contact information
| mralanosborne@vervehealthgroup.co.uk | |
| Website | http://www.mralanosborne.co.uk |
| Private secretary | Lucy Ryan |
| Private secretary telephone | 0117 235 5354 |
| Private secretary email | info@vervehealthgroup.co.uk |