MBBS PhD
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22 years of experience
Bristol, BS6 6UT
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9 connections in healthcare
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by Mr James Hewes, Mr Alan Osborne
Live bookings available
22 years of experience
Bristol, BS6 6UT
(+1 more)
9 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr James Hewes, Mr Alan Osborne
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Mr Dimitri Pournaras is a Consultant Upper Gastrointestinal, Hernia, and Bariatric Surgeon at Spire and Nuffield Health Hospitals in Bristol. He specialises in advanced laparoscopic surgery for obesity, gallstones, and hernias. His expertise includes gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric banding, revision bariatric procedures, and minimally invasive surgery for gallstone disease and all types of abdominal hernias.
His training spans leading centres in the UK, Sweden, and Japan, and he holds a PhD from Imperial College London. He is widely recognised for his research in obesity and metabolic disease and remains committed to improving patient outcomes through innovation and personalised care. He collaborates internationally and contributes regularly to professional training and education, ensuring patients receive the most up-to-date and effective treatments.
In the NHS, Mr Pournaras practices at Southmead Hospital in Bristol, the regional tertiary Bariatric Centre. He performs day-case and short-stay keyhole surgery for upper gastrointestinal conditions, helping patients return home and resume normal life as quickly as possible.
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General Medical Council
No. 6109278
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Medicine
Graduated 2004
Imperial College London
Investigative Medicine
Graduated 2012
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£200Follow-up appointment
£150Redland Hill Durdham Down, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS6 6UT
3 Clifton Hill, Clifton, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS8 1BN
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Extremely happy with all aspects of my preop, surgery and post operative care
I was recently admitted for major surgery under the referral on Mr Pournaras. The entire experience could not have gone smoother and was stress free. Mr Pournaras explained all aspects of the surgey clearly as well as the recovery. I could have asked for a better Surgeon.
Very professional and informative. Mr Pournaras put me at ease and answered all my questions and clearly explained my options.
I had a gastric sleeve procedure with Mr. Pournaris in February 2026, and I couldn’t be happier with the care I received. From my very first consultation, he was kind, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. He took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all of my questions, and reassured me throughout the process. I was extremely nervous before the surgery, but Mr. Pournaris made me feel completely at ease and gave me confidence that I was in safe hands. His expertise and compassionate approach made a huge difference to my experience. I am very grateful for the excellent care I received and would highly recommend Mr. Pournaris to anyone considering bariatric surgery. He is an outstanding surgeon, and I cannot thank him enough xx
Mr Pournaras was excellent from the get go. He could see the pain I was in and was eager to do what he could to help. He managed to go above and beyond in every possible way. Before I had my gallbladder out my quality of life was non-existant. I had months of fighting the my GP for the simplest of scans and had lost 25 kilos in less than a month and a half. Once Mr Pournaras was involved I had an endoscopic ultrasound and a scheduled surgery date within 3 weeks. While this was unable to initially go ahead due to unrelated medical issues on my end, Mr Pournaras was able to come up with a plan b as quickly as possible. I am now 4 weeks post op after my lap choly and am able to start living my life again. I am beyond grateful to Mr Pournaras and his lovely surgical team and would not hesitate to visit him for further issues if needed.
Dimitri is a highly skilled surgeon and colleague with excellent communication skills I would highly recommend him and would have no concerns about him operating on a member of my family
05 Nov 2025
Mr James Hewes
General SurgeonDimitri is an excellent surgeon, amazing colleague and kind man
09 Oct 2025
Mr Alan Osborne
General Surgeon
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Mr Dimitri Pournaras's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 6 reviews.
What languages does Mr Dimitri Pournaras speak?
Mr Dimitri Pournaras speaks English and Greek
Where is Mr Dimitri Pournaras located?
Mr Dimitri Pournaras primarily practices at Spire Bristol Hospital, located at Redland Hill Durdham Down, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS6 6UT
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What are Mr Dimitri Pournaras working hours?
Mr Dimitri Pournaras is working Wednesday (13:30 - 17:00), Friday (09:00 - 17:00)
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