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Mr James Wright

FRCS(Eng) MD MB BS BSc(Hons)

General Surgeon

28 years of experience

Essex, SS2 4XH

8 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Paul Cervi, Mr Sanjaya Kalkur and 2 other professionals

5

/5

(20 reviews)

28 years of experience

Essex, SS2 4XH

8 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Paul Cervi, Mr Sanjaya Kalkur and 2 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Colonoscopy
7
Constipation
3
Umbilical Hernia Repair
3

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About Mr James Wright

Mr James Wright is a Consultant General and Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgeon with a specialist interest in bowel cancer and pelvic floor disorders. He qualified in 1998 from St Mary’s Hospital Medical School, London, where he obtained a BSc (Hons) and MB BS. He gained broad early clinical experience across general surgery, emergency medicine, orthopaedics, and ENT surgery before undertaking a two-year research project in cancer diagnostics at the University of Essex, leading to the award of an MD in 2008.

Mr Wright completed six years of higher surgical training in the North East Thames region and was awarded the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS) in 2010. He was subsequently entered onto the GMC Specialist Register. Following a locum consultant role at Colchester Hospital, he was appointed as a substantive Consultant at Southend Hospital in 2011.

He has played a key role in developing services, including establishing the pelvic floor unit at Southend Hospital, supporting patients with complex bowel function disorders. He currently leads the South Essex Complex Pelvic Cancer Unit, overseeing multidisciplinary care for patients with advanced and recurrent pelvic malignancies.

Mr Wright has extensive experience in colorectal and general surgery, including keyhole procedures, endoscopy, and the management of a wide range of abdominal and bowel conditions. He has also held significant leadership and educational roles, including Royal College of Surgeons Tutor and Clinical Lead for General Surgery, and remains actively involved in surgical training.


Subspecialties

  • Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
  • Lower GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery
  • Colorectal Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(26)
Skill Endorsements
(14)

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Colonoscopy
7
Constipation
3
Umbilical Hernia Repair
3
Gastroscopy
2
Gallstone Surgery
1
1
Haemorrhoids
1
Sigmoidoscopy
1
Gallstones
1
Diverticulitis
1
Faecal Incontinence
1
Inguinal Hernia
1
Anal Fissure
1
Abdominal Wall Defects
1
Altered Bowel Habits
1
Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT)
1
Colon Cancer
3
Hernia
2
Umbilical (Belly-Button) Hernia
1
General Surgery
1
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
1
Pelvic Surgery
1
Perianal Disease
1
Inguinal Hernia Repair
1
Botox Injections for Anal Fissure
1
Adhesion Removal (Adhesiolysis)
1
Stapled Haemorrhoidectomy
Spigelian Hernia
Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Verruca, Moles and Skin Tags)
Fistulectomy and Seton Insertion
Skin Tags
Rectal Cancer
Blood in Stool / Rectal Bleeding (Haematochezia)
Stoma Reversal
Diagnostic Laparoscopy
Bowel Resection
Banding of Haemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Reversal of Hartmann's Procedure
Stricture Treatment
Removal of Rectum and Colon (Proctocolectomy)
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
Pilonidal Sinus Excision
Bowel Obstruction
Stoma Surgery
Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation
Sigmoid Colectomy for Diverticular Disease
Functional Gut
Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy
Lumps and Bumps Removal
Laparoscopy
Abdominal (Ventral) Hernia
Appendicitis
Incisional Hernia Repair
Anal Cancer
Haemorrhoidectomy
Anal Prolapse
Enterocutaneous Fistula
Sebaceous Cyst Removal
Colorectal Cancer
Bowel Cancer
Excision of Benign Lesions
Faecal Occult Blood (FOB) Test
Gallbladder Disease
Endoscopy (OGD)
Perianal Abscess
Bowel Diversion Surgery
Small Bowel Cancer
Appendicectomy
Malignant Bowel Obstruction
Femoral Hernia
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
Anal Fistula
Ileostomy Surgery
Colon Cancer Screening
Pancreatitis
Pilonidal Sinus Disorders
Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour (GIST) Excision
Lipoma
Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
Colorectal Surgery
Diarrhoea
Abdominoperineal Resection
Anorectal Conditions
Bowel Surgery (Colectomy)
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
Skin Lesion Treatments
Weight Loss
Rectal Biopsy
Recurrent Rectal Prolapse
Open Hernia Repair
Recurrent Hernia
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Rectal Pain
Anorectal Melanoma
Lipoma Removal

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4529985

Royal College of Surgeons

No. 57460


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 1998


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Vitality
  • Aviva Health
  • Cigna
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • The Exeter
  • Bupa
  • Healix Health Services
  • WPA
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • AXA Health
  • Benenden Health
  • Self-pay only

Fees

  • New appointment

    £220
  • Follow-up appointment

    £165
*May vary on location

Locations

Spire Wellesley Hospital

Eastern Avenue, Southend-On-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom, SS2 4XH

4.89(734 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Colonoscopy
7
Constipation
3
Umbilical Hernia Repair
3

Contact

Book

Reviews

5
verified patient
08 Sep 2026

My issue was very embarrassing but MR Wright made me feel at ease with the examination

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5
verified patient
01 Sep 2026

I had an initial consultation with Dr James Wright and was very impressed with the experience. Dr James Wright was professional, approachable and took the time to listen carefully to my concerns. I felt that everything was explained clearly and I never felt rushed. I came away from the consultation feeling reassured and confident that I was in good hands. I would definitely recommend Dr James Wright to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and caring doctor.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
21 Aug 2026

James took the time to listen to all my concerns without rushing me. I felt truly heard and cared for during the whole visit. James is extremely knowledgeable and professional. He followed up with me quickly regarding my test results explaining my options very clearly. Would Highly recommend James.

5
verified patient
21 Aug 2026

Very professional, clear whilst being personable highly recommended

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
10 Aug 2026

I recently met Mr Wright a few weeks ago and was imediately impressed by his manner and interest in my case which put me at ease. He is very easy talk to and explains things very well. We agreed a colonoscopy was the way forward. I attended for the procedure a week later and again was very pleased with the way things went with explanations about what was was happening at every stage, Mr Wright even moved the camera around to show the answer to a question I posed. The nurses were also very good and chatted too me throughout. Although sedation was offered I declined (although it was available if I changed my mind part way through) plus I wanted to see what was on the screen. There was only a very slight discomfort for short periods (only seconds as camera goes round a bend) a bit like sharp wind pain. I have had colonoscopy's before so did have an idea of what goes on which helped. For anyone having a colonoscopy for the first time the procedure sounds far worse that it actually is. I would certainly recomend Mr Wrights care and would not hesitate to see him again. (though hope I don't need too)!

5
verified patient
16 Jul 2026

I visited Mr Wright at Spire Wellesley. He was calm, knowledgeable and understanding of my concerns. He arranged further investigations and clearly explained the results, allowing me to take time to understand and ask questions. I could not have asked for a better, more thorough, informative experience.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
16 Jul 2026

Mr Wright was fantastic and genuinely reassuring at every step, which made all the difference when I needed it most.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
14 Jul 2026

I was GP referred to James for a suspected umbilical hernia. James concurred with that suspicion and I was booked for a CT scan a few days later. Follow up with James confirmed the umbilical hernia (and nothing else sinister) which he will resolve in a few weeks time as a day patient. James is always very efficient and approachable and explains everything that is happening. Having seen James previously for a successful gall bladder removal I was only ever going to be seeing him again for this issue.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
10 Jul 2026

I am very happy with my first visit today with Dr Wright. He explained everything very clearly & gave me time to explain my symptoms. I am feeling very positive about the prospect of getting to the bottom of my issues & having a better way of life day to day as an outcome.

5
verified patient
08 Jul 2026

If a colonoscopy can be a pleasant experience, then this is a close as you can get. James and all his staff were excellent. Really caring and very thoughtful. Also explained each step and made it as easy as possible. The facility spotless.

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Skill Endorsements

Excellent personal professional surgeon.

24 Aug 2026
Endorsed for
Colon Cancer
Colorectal Surgery

Dr Paul Cervi

Dr Paul Cervi

Haematologist
Is a colleague

Excellent Surgeon. Safe pair of hands

29 Jun 2026
Endorsed for
Colon Cancer
Colorectal Surgery
Hernia

Mr Sanjaya Kalkur

Mr Sanjaya Kalkur

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
I have referred patients to them

I’ve known Mr Wright for over a decade. He is an excellent doctor, compassionate and knowledgeable

30 Apr 2025
Endorsed for
Hernia
Adhesion Removal (Adhesiolysis)
Botox Injections for Anal Fissure

Mr Shahab Siddiqi

Mr Shahab Siddiqi

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

Excellent surgeon, great colleague. Available, skilful, good communicator. It is a pleasure working alongside him in the surgical management of complex pelvic patients.

23 May 2024
Endorsed for
Colon Cancer
General Surgery
Inguinal Hernia Repair

Mr Matteo Massanova

Mr Matteo Massanova

Urologist
Is a colleague
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What are Mr James Wright's reviews like?

Mr James Wright's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 20 reviews.

What languages does Mr James Wright speak?

Mr James Wright speaks English

Where is Mr James Wright located?

Mr James Wright primarily practices at Spire Wellesley Hospital, located at Eastern Avenue, Southend-On-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom, SS2 4XH
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