An initial consultation with Mr Ian Hawthorn is from £200.
Mr Ian Hawthorn
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Consultant General Surgeon
MB BS, FRCS Ed
Specialises in
- Hernia surgery
- Varicose vein treatment
Also available for:
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I have been practising as a Consultant Vascular and General Surgeon for 34 years, building extensive experience across all aspects of vascular surgery. I retired from the University Hospital of North Durham in 2022 and now focus on day case procedures at Spire Washington Hospital, where I continue to provide care in a more streamlined, patient-friendly setting.
I qualified in medicine at Charing Cross Hospital Medical School in London and completed my surgical training in the Royal Air Force, retiring as a Wing Commander in 1995 before taking up my consultant role in Durham. Alongside my clinical work, I have remained closely involved in surgical education. I served as Convener of Examinations (Chief Examiner) at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh from 2017 to 2020, overseeing standards across 36 examinations, and I continue to work as a Senior Supervising Examiner both in the UK and internationally. I was also a member of the College Council for six years.
At Spire Washington Hospital, I contributed to the Medical Advisory Committee for 12 years and led Clinical Governance for three years, supporting high standards of patient care and safety.
My main areas of practice are the treatment of varicose veins and hernia repair. I introduced Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA), a minimally invasive treatment for varicose veins, at Spire Washington Hospital in 2002 shortly after it became available in the UK. With nearly 24 years’ experience in this technique, I have developed a high level of expertise in treating varicose veins using endovenous (within the vein) methods.
I also have a special clinical interest in peripheral arterial surgery, aortic surgery and carotid endarterectomy, which is a procedure to reduce the risk of stroke by improving blood flow to the brain. In addition, I carry out procedures such as laparoscopic (keyhole) gallbladder removal and laparoscopic hernia repair, offering patients less invasive treatment options where appropriate.
Throughout my career, I have aimed to provide clear guidance and tailored treatment, helping patients feel informed and confident in their care.
General Medical Council Number: 2659626
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr Ian Hawthorn at Spire include:
Vascular surgery
- Varicose vein treatment
- Ultrasound scan
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Additional information
Qualification and professional memberships
MBBS / Charing Cross Hospital Medical School, University of London / 1980
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Degree in the practice of medicine.
Professional memberships
Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Member of the Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland
Member of the Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland
Member of the British Medical Association
Professional leadership
I am a member of Council of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
I hold the post of Convener of Examinations at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
I am a member of the MAC at the Spire Washington Hospital
In the past I represented County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust on the Regional Specialist Training Committee for 10 years and spent 7 years as Clinical Director of General Surgery for that Trust.
Current NHS posts
Consultant General and Vascular Surgeon, University Hospital of North Durham.
Contact information
| Telephone | 0191 418 8636 |
| ianhawthorn@aol.com, ianhawthorn@nhs.net |