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Mr James Hewes

Practising at

Spire Bristol Hospital

Clinic times

Wednesday (alternate): 1.30pm - 4pm
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An initial consultation with Mr James Hewes is from £150.

Mr James Hewes

Mr James Hewes

Consultant Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon

MB ChB, MD, FRCS

Specialises in

  • Weight loss surgery
  • Management of gallstone disease

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I am a senior Consultant Upper Gastrointestinal and Bariatric Surgeon with over 30 years of experience providing care both on the NHS and privately.

I am committed to achieving the best and safest outcomes for my patients, and I consider it a privilege to work in this exciting area of surgery.

Dedicated to debunking many of the myths and stigmas around obesity, I spend much of my time educating members of the public and health professionals to improve understanding of this disease and the transformative effects of surgery.

I understand the debilitating effects of gallstones and hernias in my patients as well as the pressures of undergoing these operations outside the private sector. I have excellent outcomes and safety record for these operations.

I manage all aspects of gallstone disease, including gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) and bile duct exploration for retained stones, with over 1,000 procedures performed. Gallstones are a common condition that can cause significant pain and illness, often affecting quality of life. I understand how debilitating these symptoms can be and am committed to treating patients as promptly and safely as possible to help them return to normal life. Gallbladder surgery is almost always performed laparoscopically (keyhole), allowing most patients to go home the same day and have a speedy recovery.

While hernias are sometimes dismissed as minor issues, I recognise that they can cause considerable discomfort and impact day-to-day life, including limiting physical activity and family time. I offer surgical treatment for all types of abdominal and groin hernias, including inguinal, femoral, incisional, ventral, umbilical, and recurrent hernias. Whenever appropriate, surgery is performed laparoscopically, which can lead to faster recovery and a quicker return to daily activities. The surgical approach is tailored to the type and size of the hernia.

I am an expert bariatric surgeon and have performed over 1,000 major weight loss procedures. I specialises in a range of operations including Mini and Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Banding, and complex revision surgery. My bariatric practice is delivered through Verve Health Group which is CQC registered and where I am a director. The service is known for its excellent safety record and outstanding patient feedback.

I also offer surgery for hiatus hernia and acid reflux (fundoplication), as well as upper GI endoscopy.

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General Medical Council Number: 4184368

Treatment information

Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr James Hewes at Spire include:

Bariatrics

General surgery

Endoscopy

Other treatments

  • Endoscopy
  • Gastrointestinal surgery
  • Obesity surgery

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Additional information

Endoscopy
Gastrointestinal surgery
General surgery

Special clinical interests: Laparoscopic and Minimal Access Surgery, Management of gallstone disease including cholecystectomy and bile duct exploration, Surgery for Achalasia of the cardia, Laparoscopic Splenectomy, Bariatric Surgery including Laparoscopic Gastric Banding, Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy, Laparoscopic and open inguinal and abdominal wall hernia repairs

MB ChB / University of Sheffield Medical School / 1995
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery

MRCS (Eng) / Royal College of Surgeons of England / 2000
Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

MD / The Royal Free and University College Medical School, London / 2006
Doctor of Medicine

FRCS (General Surgery) / Royal College of Surgeons of England / 2009
Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons

GMC / Specialist Registry for General Surgery / 2010
General Medical Council

Professional memberships

Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS)

Member of the Association of Upper GI surgeons (AUGIS)

Member of the British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society (BOMSS)

Member of the International Federation of Surgery for Obesity (IFSO)

Member of the Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management (FMLM)

Professional leadership

General Surgical representative of the Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) at Spire Bristol Hospital

Consultant Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon, North Bristol NHS Trust, Southmead Hospital

When away from work I spend much of my time with my young family of three energetic children. I am a keen sportsman and you may meet me cycling on the roads around Bristol. I am an avid reader, a lover of music and a lapsed potter.

Website https://jameshewes.co.uk/
Private secretary Lucy Ryan
Private secretary telephone 0117 235 5354
Private secretary email admin@vervehealthgroup.com
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