Mr Stavros Karamanakos
General Surgeon
Brentwood, CM13 3LE
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25 years of experience
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25 years of experience
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Mr Karamanakos is a General and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon at the Basildon and Thurrock University Hospital. He sees patients with a wide range of benign upper GI diseases and performs a range of surgeries including gastrectomy, anti-reflux surgery, cholecystectomy (removal of gallbladder), and paraoesophageal hernia repair. He is also the emergency service lead, and he has established a number of clinical pathways as well as a Surgical Ambulatory Unit.
Mr Karamanakos earned his medical degree from Semmelweis University of Medicine, Budapest. He then spent time in the United Kingdom and Greece where he completed his surgical training before completing his CCT in General Surgery from the University Hospital of Patras in Greece in 2009. Following that, he became a consultant surgeon in the University Hospital of Patras, where he focused predominantly on the management of morbidly obese patients with bariatric surgery. He achieved a PhD for his work in bariatric surgery and gastrointestinal hormones, and he has been widely published in prestigious medical journals including 'The Annals of Surgery.'
Mr Karamanakos later undertook advanced laparoscopic surgical training at the world-renowned IRCAD/EITS center in Strasbourg, France and has also completed fellowships in gastrointestinal surgery at London's Whipps Cross Hospital and Kings College Hospital.
Areas of expertise
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- Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery (18%)
- Inguinal Hernia (14%)
- Hernia (12%)
- Hernia Repair (Keyhole) (10%)
- Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) (10%)
- Others (36%)
Subspecialties
- Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
- Upper GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery
All conditions and treatments
- Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Appendicitis
- Femoral Hernia
- Anal Fissure
- Hiatus Hernia
- Lipoma
- Pancreatitis
- Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
- Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
- Open Hernia Repair
- Gallstone Surgery
- General Surgery
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Appendicectomy
- Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Moles and Skin Tags)
- Excision of Lymph Nodes
- Hiatus Hernia Surgery
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 7231082
Qualifications
- MD, Semmelweis Orvostudomanyi Egyetem (Semmelweis University of Medical Sciences) - 1999
- PhD, University Hospital of Patras, Greece 2010
- Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery Kings College Hospital 2013
- Fellowship in Emergency and Trauma Surgery Kings College Hospital 2012
Membership:
- Member of the European Association of Endoscopic Surgery
- Member of the International Federation for Surgery of Obesity & Metabolic disorders
languages spoken
- English
- Greek
consultation fees
- New appointment: £220
- Follow-up appointment: £120
insurers
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Bupa
- WPA
- Cigna
- Aviva Health
- Vitality Health
- AXA PPP Healthcare
Location
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Eagle Way Great Warley, Brentwood, United Kingdom, CM13 3LE
Eagle Way Great Warley, Brentwood, United Kingdom, CM13 3LE
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Shenfield Road Shenfield, Brentwood, United Kingdom, CM15 8EH
Shenfield Road Shenfield, Brentwood, United Kingdom, CM15 8EH
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Chase Farm, Enfield, United Kingdom, EN28SD
Chase Farm, Enfield, United Kingdom, EN28SD
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
158 reviews
5
Mr Karamanakos was excellent from start to finish. He explained everything thoroughly before and after surgery. He is very caring and compassionate and I knew I was in safe hands. Highly recommended.
5
Was talked through the whole procedure and everything explained in detail. Great personality to put you at ease.
5
Very good doctor with clear communication about what to expect after the surgery. Since the first interaction I have only had positive experiences.
5
I could not fault Mr Stavros Karamanakos at all. He made me feel at ease and was very informative of the procedure and what to expect. If any issues arise again (be it what I initially saw him for or something new) I will see if I can see Mr Karamanakos for treatment, as I've not received such a high standard before.
5
I was suffering with gallstones (and afterwards discovered my gallbladder was in a worst condition than expected), having visited NHS hospitals several times but always being sent back home post MRI and blood tests. With my first appointment I came with various paperwork from various NHS hospitals. Mr Stavros reviewed my documentation, explained the situation and mentioned he would like me to have the operation as soon as possible. He fitted me in within 2-3 weeks of my initial appointment which I was very happy with as at this stage my life was a misery. My operation took longer and was more complicated as the gallbladder was heavily inflamed leading to 'adhesion' with other organs and therefore obscuring itself but this did not deter Mr Stavros who operated on me successfully despite this 'ambush'. I had my 1 month post op check-up today and my quality of life is back to normal. No more worrying if I will be having a 4 - 12 hour attack post eating anything, no other symptoms (which it is now clear was due to it adversely other organs it had stuck to). I am healing well and the outlook is all positive with no future issues expected. I am very happy with the level of service and dedication Mr Stavros showed me and would happily recommend him for any issues you are having with gallstones/gallbladder.
5
Im very happy and thankful for the progress of my surgery! Thank you for everything you’ve done for me.
5
Mr Karamanakos was very professional and explained everything thoughly before and after my operation ,a very pleasant gentleman
5
Mr Karamanakos is exactly what you want from a surgeon. He gives confidence in his diagnoses and explains everything in detail, giving all options available. You leave feeling that you are in capable hands
5
Mr Katamanakos was professional, he put me at ease and informed me of the procedure in full and explained fully the benefits and risks involved. The procedure went very smoothly, I found his care efficient, friendly and reassuring.
5
Mr Stavros is a very kind,and professional person. He was able to explain the treatment in a clear and professional way that I could understand
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3 endorsements
Mr Karamanakos is an excellent colleague and highly trained surgeon. I had the pleasure to work with Stavros in various times, during training and as specialists and I highly recommend him for his skills, training and care that he provides to his patients. He is very responsive to his patients' requests and needs. I have referred patients to him and have received very good feedback about the care and treatment he provided.
02 Dec 2021Mr Spyros Panagiotopoulos
General SurgeryA very good surgeon with lovely bedside manner and great capability.
02 Dec 2021Mr Ravi Ray
Orthopaedic SurgeryExcellent colleague , very dedicated towards his patients an outstanding surgeon and team player
02 Dec 2021Mr Hani Ertemi
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Mr Stavros Karamanakos's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 159 reviews
What languages does Mr Stavros Karamanakos speak?
Mr Stavros Karamanakos speaks English and Greek
Where is Mr Stavros Karamanakos located?
Mr Stavros Karamanakos primarily practices at Spire Hartswood Hospital, located at Eagle Way Great Warley, Brentwood, United Kingdom, CM13 3LE
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Mr Stavros Karamanakos is working Tuesday (13:00 - 16:00, 17:00 - 20:00), Friday (18:00 - 20:30)
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