Mr Kirk Bowling
MBBCh FRCS BSc PGCERT
General Surgeon
18 years of experience
Torquay, TQ1 4UP
6 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Rob Bethune
18 years of experience
Torquay, TQ1 4UP
6 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Rob Bethune
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About Mr Kirk Bowling
Mr Kirk Bowling is a skilled Consultant General Surgeon based at Mount Stuart Hospital and Torbay Hospital South Devon UGI unit. He specialises in laparoscopic upper GI surgery, hernia repair and biliary surgery.
Mr Bowling completed a Medical degree and a medical biochemistry degree at University Wales College of Medicine and Cardiff University respectively. He then undertook surgical training in cardiothoracic surgery, hepatobiliary surgery, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery and oesophagogastric surgery in multiple hospitals within Wales and the West of England. He also received surgical training St Jude Children's Hospital Memphis, USA for a short time.
Currently, Mr Bowling is a trainer on courses for the Royal College of Surgeons in Cardiff, Torbay and Plymouth, with heavy involvement in the development of virtual reality and simulation training within surgery for the UK. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons and the Higher Education Academy, and is a member of the British Medical Association. He is also active in research, with numerous peer-reviewed publications to his credit.
He is currently the President of the British Benign Upper Gastrointestinal Surgical Society and the benign lead on AUGIS council. He is helping to develop patient decision making tools, NICE guidelines and EIDO patient information leaflest nationally to help patients make informed decisions regarding their procedures.
Mr. Bowling is also currently the head of Surgical education for the South West of England and the training programme director for Health Education England for general surgery.
Subspecialties
- Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery•
- Upper GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6156688
Education
University of Wales
Medicine
Graduated 2007
Qualifications
MB BCh - University of Wales 2007
BSc Biochemistry - Cardiff University
Royal College of Surgeons
Higher Education Academy
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £140
- Follow-up appointment: £70
Insurers
- Cigna
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- The PHC
- AXA Health
- Bupa
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
- WPA
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AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Mr Kirk Bowling receives praise for his professional, friendly, and clear interactions, placing patients at ease. Patients highlight his comprehensive explanations of procedures, including gallbladder removal and various hernia repairs, from initial consultation to post-operative care. He ensures individuals feel listened to, confident, and well-informed, leading to efficient processes and successful outcomes. Key areas of his expertise are inguinal hernia and umbilical hernia repairs, as well as gallstone surgery.
I recently had an umbilical hernia repair with Dr Bowling. From the initial consultation, through surgery and including todays follow up appointment; he has been professional, caring, understanding and very informative. I have felt very well looked after throughout by him and his outstanding team.
I had my hernia repaired, my experience was amazing… the whole process was explained clearly and transparently! Post op check up was all good, now fully mended and could recommend Kirk anymore!
I found the whole experience relaxing and comfortable. From being checked in on the day of surgery to waking up in recovery from my general anaesthetic, the friendly staff took care of me. My surgery went perfectly well and the aftercare was excellent. Mr Bowling made me feel calm and reassured before and after my surgery, thanks everyone
Clear explanation of medical problem and procedure to rectify in easy to understand language.
Mr Bowling guided me through the tests to find the cause of my abdominal pain. This ultimately let to confirming the problem and surgery to remove my gallbladder. I feel like a new man now without the pain. Thank you so much Mr Bowling.
Whole experience was explained and carried out brilliantly
Excellent service from start to finish and very efficient.
Mr Bowling explained everything to me about my recent operation and was very helpful with my questions i wanted to ask him about he was very helpful in answering them. im very pleased that Mr Bowling was my consultant as he was very easy to talk too made me feel at ease with all my treatment from start to finish.
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Kirk is an excellent surgeon, who is widely respected for his clinical skill and leadership roles in healthcare
14 Dec 2025
Mr Rob Bethune
General SurgeonFAQ
What are Mr Kirk Bowling's reviews like?
Mr Kirk Bowling's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 128 reviews.
What languages does Mr Kirk Bowling speak?
Mr Kirk Bowling speaks English
Where is Mr Kirk Bowling located?
Mr Kirk Bowling primarily practices at Mount Stuart Hospital, located at St Vincent's Road, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 4UP
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What are Mr Kirk Bowling working hours?
Mr Kirk Bowling is working Monday (13:00 - 17:00)
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