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Mr Michael Hughes

MBChB, BSc Med Sci, MD, FRCS(Ed)

General Surgeon

20 years of experience

Edinburgh, EH12 6UD

(+1 more)

5 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr John Terrace, Mr Peter Driscoll and 1 other professional

4.98

/5

(40 reviews)

20 years of experience

Edinburgh, EH12 6UD

(+1 more)

5 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr John Terrace, Mr Peter Driscoll and 1 other professional

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Endorsements
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
18
1
Hernia
5
Hepatobiliary Surgery
4
1

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About Mr Michael Hughes

Mr. Michael Hughes is a Consultant General and Hepatobiliary (HPB) Surgeon at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, with a focus on abdominal pain, hernia and gallbladder surgery, as well as minimally invasive liver and pancreas surgery. He graduated from the University of Aberdeen and completed his training in Edinburgh and South East Scotland. In addition to his clinical role, Mr. Hughes also has a fellowship in minimally invasive liver and pancreas surgery, which he pursued in Oslo before returning to Edinburgh to take up his consultant post in 2020.

Mr. Hughes serves as an army consultant surgeon and is actively involved in military trauma surgery. He plays a key role in the training and supervision of both civilian and military surgeons, and is the Quality Improvement lead for secondary healthcare within the military medical services.

During his training, Mr. Hughes completed a doctoral thesis (MD) and has published extensively on enhanced recovery after surgery. This remains a significant area of interest for him, and he leads the enhanced recovery programme for the hepatobiliary unit at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. He also acts as a reviewer for international surgical journals and is an advisor for the development of the national gallstone disease pathway for Scotland.

Mr. Hughes is dedicated to providing safe, effective, and evidence-based surgical care, and takes pride in delivering high-quality, compassionate service to his patients.


Subspecialties

  • Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
  • Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(50)
Endorsements
(6)

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Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
18
1
Hernia
5
Hepatobiliary Surgery
4
1
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
5
Gallstones
3
1
Open Hernia Repair
2
1
General Surgery
3
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
2
Whipple Procedure
2
Inguinal Hernia Repair
2
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
1
Liver Surgery
1
Reflux
1
Inguinal Hernia
1
Umbilical Hernia Repair
1
Lumps and Bumps Removal
1
Lipoma Removal
Gallbladder Disease

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6115400


Qualifications

Bachelor of Medical Sciences - BMedSci University of Aberdeen 2002

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery - MBChB University of Aberdeen 2005

Doctor of Medicine - MD University of Edinburgh 2016

Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh - FRCSEd 2018


Languages spoken

  • English

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £200
  • Follow-up appointment: £100

Insurers

  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Aviva Health
  • Bupa
  • AXA Health
  • Vitality

Location

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Spire Murrayfield Hospital Edinburgh

4.88

(501)

122 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 6UD

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122 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 6UD

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Michael Hughes is professional and clear when he talks to patients. His great surgical skill brings good results, quick healing, and neat scars. He offers helpful talks, gives honest facts, and makes follow-up calls after operations. His common work includes keyhole gallbladder and hernia surgery.

5.0
verified patient
17 Mar 2026

Pre operative consultation was clear, concise and reassuring. Procedure was carried out as planned and recovery was without any issues, a testimony to the quality of the care and professional

5.0
verified patient
14 Mar 2026

The consultation was informative, concise and further put my mind at ease regarding the procedure i had undergone.

5.0
verified patient
11 Mar 2026

It was great to see you , Mr Hughes. I appreciate your support and help from last few months. I was devastated and in so much pain but thanks to God I received care from you which was excellent. Everything were explained very well and made sure I understood everything. I treated as a special person which I appreciate it.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
11 Mar 2026

From the very first interview I had with Mr Hughes I was impressed by his direct and professional approach. He explained what my problem was and what needed to be done by him and his excellent team to rectify the problem. During my time in hospital I was kept well informed, as we're my wife and family. This was the case from start to finish, and also during the post operation review after approx 5 weeks.

5.0
verified patient
11 Mar 2026

Recently had my gallbladder removed by Michael Hughes. From the consultations to the procedure everything was handled with such great care and expertise. Definitely glad I chose Michael for my procedure.

5.0
verified patient
16 Feb 2026

I’ve recently underwent procedure with Dr Hughes, and overall the experience has been very positive. From the initial consultation and diagnostic, to the explanation of available treatments and corresponding risks, he made me confident to proceed with the surgery as he was knowledgeable of the condition. Given that I have other underlying, I was really happy that the surgery went well. Dr Hughes visited me early a day after surgery and have been re-assuring. I was released to home and have been recovering well going back to my daily routine in short span of time.

5.0
verified patient
04 Feb 2026

Great surgeon. He was always very receptive and attentive!

5.0
verified patient
25 Jan 2026

Mr Hughes has been an excellent doctor for me. He explained clearly my options for treatment, outlining risks and benefits of each option, and then supported me in a friendly and professional manner throughout the process. His surgery was effective, with minimal recovery time because he took care to minimise the side effects which I had suffered from surgery in the past. He also went beyond the requirements of his post in my post-operative care, telephoning me in his own time to ensure that I had made a comfortable transfer to home. As well as first class medical care, Mr Hughes was a pleasure to know. With a nice and always appropriate sense of humour, he lifted my spirits and made me feel comfortable at all times. There was none at all of the arrogance and pomposity which I’ve encountered from others consultants in the past.

5.0
verified patient
09 Jan 2026

Mr Michael Hughes is an exceptional consultant with outstanding surgical skills and excellent communication. I felt fully informed, supported and confident at every stage of my treatment. I am truly grateful for such high quality care and professionalism shown throughout.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
08 Jan 2026

I was under Dr Hughes care for abdominal surgery. I was extremely impressed with Dr Hughes professionalism, honesty and patience (I has a million questions). I like a doctor that 'listens' and Dr Hughes did this. I was very nervous prior to my surgery and Dr Hughes was reassuring, honest and practices a caring nature that's enables a sense of calm. Post surgery, I was informed of my surgery outcome and next steps for recovery. A truly confident, competent and respectful surgeon and of course individual.

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Endorsements

An excellent colleague and communicator.

26 Nov 2025
Endorsed for
Hepatobiliary Surgery
Gallstones

Mr John Terrace

Mr John Terrace

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

An excellent colleague with a great manner.

13 Aug 2025
Endorsed for
Open Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

Mr Peter Driscoll

Mr Peter Driscoll

General Surgeon
I trained them

24 Jun 2025
Endorsed for
Lumps and Bumps Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair

Dr Andrew Healey

Dr Andrew Healey

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

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Mr Michael Hughes's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 40 reviews.

What languages does Mr Michael Hughes speak?

Mr Michael Hughes speaks English

Where is Mr Michael Hughes located?

Mr Michael Hughes primarily practices at Spire Murrayfield Hospital Edinburgh, located at 122 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 6UD
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Mr Michael Hughes is working Saturday (09:00 - 12:00)

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