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23 years of experience
Belgravia, SW1X 7HY
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23 years of experience
Belgravia, SW1X 7HY
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11 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Simon Harris
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Mr. Derek Boyle is a consultant colorectal surgeon based at the Cleveland Clinic in London, where he specialises in colonoscopy, colorectal cancer surgery, and laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
He gained his medical and immunology degree in 2002 from Glasgow University before training in Edinburgh. He then moved to London to study pelvic floor disorders as part of his MD (Res), which he completed at the Royal London Hospital. His higher training took place in North West Thames, and he went on to complete colorectal fellowships at St. Mark's Hospital and the colorectal unit at the Western General Hospital.
Mr. Boyle has been based at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust since 2016, and he was appointed as the clinical lead for colorectal surgery for the trust in 2021.
He lives with his wife in North London and is a keen runner, completing marathons in a number of different countries.
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General Medical Council
No. 6061640
University of Glasgow
Medicine
Graduated 2002
33 Grosvenor Place, Belgravia, United Kingdom, SW1X 7HY
24 Portland Pl, London, United Kingdom, W1B 1LU
Cleveland Clinic Moorgate Outpatient Centre, 55 Moorgate, London, United Kingdom, EC2R 6BH
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Mr Derek John Boyle is clear, professional, and reassuring with patients. He performs many complex operations like bowel surgery and stoma reversal, always explaining details clearly. Patients report smooth, successful surgeries, quick recovery, and feel safe and well-supported. His main focus is colorectal surgery, often for bowel cancer.
Dr Boyle was extremely caring and compassionate. Went above and beyond to provide reassurance. Would highly recommend.
My recent visit to see the doctor was overall very pleasant. Mr Boyle Derek communicated with me in a way that I understood him well.. He listened to my concerns and treat me with respect. He also involved me in the decisions regarding my care and provided me the opportunity to ask questions. I think I have confidence in Mr Boyle’s clinical abilities and thoroughness..
Dr Boyle was very professional and understanding, and had patience with the language barrier. He was reassuring and answered all our questions. The surgery and recovery went very well.
My family and I would like to express our sincere gratitude to Mr Derek Boyle and his entire team for the outstanding care provided to my mother during her colorectal cancer treatment and surgery. From the very beginning, Mr Boyle demonstrated exceptional professionalism, expertise, and compassion. He took the time to explain every stage of the treatment clearly, which gave our family confidence and reassurance during a very difficult period. The surgery was successful, and the care my mother received before, during, and after the operation was excellent. We are deeply thankful to Mr Boyle and all the nurses, doctors, and support staff who looked after her with kindness, dignity, and respect. Their dedication and teamwork made a significant difference to our experience. We highly recommend Mr Boyle and his team to anyone seeking specialist colorectal care. Thank you for everything you have done for our family. Kind regards Kazi Shipa S. & family
I was very lucky be be looked after by Doctor Derek John Boyle. I was in safe hands from initial consultation up to the surgery and after. The surgery went very well, I went home the same day and even went to gym 3 days after. Truly grateful
It was a good follow up appointment following extensive surgery in July 25. This was my third visit
Mr Derek Boyle was excellent and very clear I highly recommend
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to my surgeon Dr Boyle for the excellent care I received. From the very first consultation, he was professional, attentive, and reassuring, which gave me great confidence in the whole process. The surgery itself went very smoothly, and I am pleased to say there were no complications. His skill and expertise were clearly evident, and I felt I was in very safe hands throughout. I also truly appreciated his kind and caring manner. He took the time to listen, explain everything clearly, and made me feel comfortable and well-supported at every stage. Thank you again for your outstanding care and dedication. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a skilled and compassionate surgeon.
Mr Boyle treated me with very respectfully and explained about my bowel surgery in great detail that was easily understandable. He has a great bedside manner, and gave me all the time I needed to ask questions. He performed the surgery robotically and it was very successful.
My appointment was for a follow up after a reversal operation for stoma .Mr Boyle was extremely professional as well as empathetic He explained how to deal with any issues arising and gave me so much confidence I will be able to deal with the coming months.
Very good consultant surgeon, much appreciated by his patients
19 Feb 2026
Mr Simon Harris
General SurgeonWhat are Mr Derek John Boyle's reviews like?
Mr Derek John Boyle's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 40 reviews.
What languages does Mr Derek John Boyle speak?
Mr Derek John Boyle speaks English
Where is Mr Derek John Boyle located?
Mr Derek John Boyle primarily practices at Cleveland Clinic London, located at 33 Grosvenor Place, Belgravia, United Kingdom, SW1X 7HY
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