Mr James Raymond Oliphant
BMedSci(Hons) MBChB MD FRCSEd MFSTEd
General Surgeon
21 years of experience
Glasgow, G52 3NQ
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27 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Momin Malik, Mr Andrew Renwick and 3 other professionals
21 years of experience
Glasgow, G52 3NQ
(+2 more)
27 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Momin Malik, Mr Andrew Renwick and 3 other professionals
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About Mr James Raymond Oliphant
Mr James Raymond Oliphant is a Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon with extensive experience in the management of abdominal and digestive conditions. He currently consults at Ross Hall Clinic Braehead and the Inverness Outpatient Centre, and performs surgery, including robotic procedures, colonoscopy and endoscopy, at Ross Hall Hospital, Glasgow. In 2023, he was appointed as a Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon at the Golden Jubilee University National Hospital.
Mr Oliphant completed higher surgical training in the West of Scotland in 2016 before undertaking advanced training at St Mark’s Hospital, London, including the Wolfson Unit of Endoscopy. He then completed a fellowship in minimally invasive colorectal surgery at Concord Repatriation Hospital, Sydney. He was appointed as a Consultant Colorectal Surgeon at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, in 2017.
His clinical practice covers colorectal cancer, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, diverticular disease, haemorrhoids, fissures, pilonidal disease, hernias, gallbladder disease and a wide range of digestive symptoms. He is experienced in advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques, performing robotic surgery on the Da Vinci Xi platform.
Mr Oliphant was awarded an MD from the University of Glasgow for research in colorectal cancer epidemiology, receiving the 2014 John Farndon Prize. He was appointed Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Aberdeen in 2019 and has published over 40 research papers, including on robotic surgery innovation.
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6100669
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd)
No. 248044
Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (ACPGBI)
No. 00623
PVG - (Scotland)
No. 1109 0549 4472 0373
Education
University of Aberdeen
Medical Science
Graduated 2002
University of Aberdeen
Medicine
Graduated 2004
University of Glasgow
Doctor of Medicine
Graduated 2013
Royal College of Surgeons
Surgery
Graduated 2015
Royal College of Surgeons
Faculty of Surgical Trainers
Graduated 2021
Qualifications
BMedSci(Hons) University of Aberdeen 2002
MB ChB University of Aberdeen 2004
MD University of Glasgow 2014
FRCS Royal College of Physicians and Suregons of Glasgow 2015
FRCSEd Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2022
MFSTEd Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2023
Publications
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29 / 04 / 2025
BSG/ACPGBI guidance on the management of colorectal polyps in patients with limited life expectancy
Published in GUT
01 / 02 / 2025
Use of the contour ® curved cutter stapler device for rectal transection during robotic assisted surgery
Published in Surgeon
21 / 06 / 2024
Surgeon perceptions of personality as an influencing factor on anastomotic decision-making: A qualitative analysis
Published in Colorectal Disease
26 / 04 / 2024
Emergent robotic assisted left hemicolectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis for descending colon cancer with retained colon capsule – A video vignette
Published in Colorectal Disease
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £265
- Follow-up appointment: £175
Insurers
- Saga Health Insurance
- The Exeter
- Bupa Fee Assured
- WPA
- Bupa
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Cigna
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- Healix Health Services
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221 Crookston Road, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G52 3NQ
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Emma J Aesthetics, 6 Ardross Terrace, Inverness, United Kingdom, IV3 5NQ
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Mr James Raymond Oliphant is friendly, professional, and provides clear explanations. He puts patients at ease, detailing procedures like inguinal hernia repair and endoscopic examinations, alongside recovery plans. Mr Oliphant is thorough, understanding, and listens to concerns, inspiring confidence in his care. Inguinal hernia is a common focus in his practice.
I visited in my room pre op at which time my procedure was explained as was my post op care which was reassuring
It all went well , I just wish I had asked couple questions afterwards on his findings. But will try find out on tues by ringing Golden Jubilee. Otherwise very pleased.
Me Oliphant was very friendly professional and discussed my health issues clearly and thoroughly. He explained my concerns and I left feeling confident in the diagnosis.
During this follow-up appointment, Mr Oliphant explained clearly the results of a recent procedure and answered all my questions. He was professional, knowledgeable and patient throughout.
My visit to see dr Oliphant was first class, I found him to be very friendly informative and I felt really looked after, listened to and involved from beginning to end.
Mr James was professional, attentive, and took the time to listen carefully to my concerns. He explained everything clearly, answered my questions with patience, and made me feel comfortable from start to finish. Thank you!
This was for my 6 week follow up post inguinal hernia surgery with Raymond. I am very happy with the results, I am following all the recommendations and advice and on my way to full recovery already. Highly recommend Raymond for anyone who has an inguinal hernia and wants it repaired.
Absolutely top class experience as a patient of Mr Oliphant. He was sincerely empathetic, caring and absolutely professional from the beginning of my out patient experience to my discharge from hospital post surgery.
10 out of 10. Mr Oliphant was very friendly and explained everything brilliantly and put me at ease. He answered all my questions and told me how everything was going to progress.
Mr Oliphant is very thorough, explains everything very clearly and has a lovely manner
Skill Endorsements
A valued and respected colleague who is exceptionally skilled in robotic bowel surgery and endoscopy.
20 Dec 2025
Mr Momin Malik
General SurgeonExcellent at everything he does.
27 Sep 2025
Mr Andrew Renwick
General SurgeonMr Oliphant is a highly skilled surgeon with an established and expert robotic assisted surgical practice (RAS)
27 Sep 2025
Mr Donald Mcarthur
General SurgeonVery kind, compassionate and knowledgeable surgeon.
11 Sep 2025
Dr Andrew Healey
General Surgeon
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Mr James Raymond Oliphant's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 154 reviews.
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Mr James Raymond Oliphant speaks English
Where is Mr James Raymond Oliphant located?
Mr James Raymond Oliphant primarily practices at Ross Hall Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at 221 Crookston Road, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G52 3NQ
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Mr James Raymond Oliphant is working Monday (10:00 - 13:00, 18:00 - 19:30), Tuesday (18:00 - 20:00)
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