Mr Adam Stearns

6th July 2026 Location Ella May Barnes Consulting Rooms NHS Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (nnuh) I came away from my first consultation with Mr Stearns, with a glimmer of ‘hope’ and optimism. The reasons for my positive confidence, was due to for the first time in six years, a consultant saw me as his equal and understood my situation where my stoma issues were causing significant impact on quality of live. Together we formulated a flexible treatment plan, which we will review when the various tests results are available. What makes Mr Stearns a excellent Consultant, is his ability to communicate effectively, actively listen to my situation (not typing or writing while I talked)and actively managed my expectations by being honest with me in a calm positive way, about ‘what can be done’ with my stoma to improve my quality of life. Coupled with his competences of Colorectal surgery, and application of his in-depth knowledge and experiences, and his ability to work with me, ultimately providing me with various options to considered. I feel Mr Streaves is the first Colorectal Surgeon Consultant, who truly understood how my daily struggles with my stoma was having a large impact on what I could do and what I could not do. If, someone could bottle the essence of how to be a caring consultant who communicates and managed people in their expectations of availability of treatment by applying his expertise. The Consultant would be Mr Stearns. Alternatively, someone could watch Mr Stearns in action and see what an excellent consultation looks like. Then write ...

Can't recommend Mr Adam Stearns enough! He did my colonoscopy and made the whole thing so much easier than I expected. Best bedside manner I've ever come across, kept me calm and properly looked after. His team were brilliant too. The secretary was lovely from the first phone call. And the nurse in charge of my sedation kept me chatting and distracted the whole time, and was actually really funny! You can tell they all care. Big thanks to Mr Stearns and the team. If you need this done, you're in great hands.

I could not ask for anymore from appointment, Mr Stearns explained everything and put me at total ease, i left feeling confident i had made the right choice.

Very good, prompt and polite.

Commuincations from Mr Stearns' team were prompt, friendly and professional. During the consultation Mr Stearns' explanation of my medical situation was clear and he took ample time to ensure that all of my concerns and questions were addressed. I left the consultation feeling far more informed and ready for the next steps in the care pathway.

Not only is Mr Stearns a first rate doctor, it is a pleasure to be in his care. He has an extremely kind disposition and very approachable.

Mr Adam Stearms gave me a good sign and welcomed me at the waiting room, after expaining to him my situation he was very professional and we diccussed all the options going forward.

I would definitely recommend Adam. Adam is very friendly and highly professional. He is very clear and precise with his feedback following examination. He provides ideas and options for the way forward. Thank you Adam

Mr Stearns is very friendly and approachable and was very good at explaining the procedure and what to expect post surgery.

Very detailed and informative appointment. Very reassuring, able to answer all my questions. Very professional.