MD FRCS
37 years of experience
Southampton, SO16 6UY
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1 connection in healthcare
37 years of experience
Southampton, SO16 6UY
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1 connection in healthcare
Mr Michael van den Bossche is a consultant general surgeon based at Spire Southampton hospital.
He offers a range of general surgery procedures, including the following:
At Spire Southampton hospital, he holds a weekly clinic for patients with obesity where he takes a multidisciplinary approach to provide patients with the best and safest treatment possible. Patients will be seen by the consultant surgeon as well as the anaesthetist, the bariatric dietitian, and the specialist bariatric nurse. Mr. Van den Bossche is a pioneer of the Fobi ring in the UK, which is a device that can be placed around the gastric pouch or gastric sleeve to minimise the risk of weight gain years after surgery. He is a specialist laparoscopic surgeon and offers a range of procedures, including hernia repair, gallbladder removal, and anti-reflux surgery. His signature procedure is the LINX operation, which is a simple treatment for heartburn and reflux using a bracelet with magnetic beads placed at the end of the oesophagus.
Mr. Van den Bossche gained his medical degree in 1989 and began performing obesity surgery in 1995 in Belgium. He was trained by Dr Jacques Himpens, who is the current president of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity. In 1999, he moved to the Channel Islands and, in 2005, implemented the bariatric surgery service at the Spire Hospital in Southampton together with Mr. Ian Bailey.
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General Medical Council
No. 4596826
Université Catholique de Louvain
Medicine
Graduated 1989
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£250Follow-up appointment
£200Chalybeate Close, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6UY
Alexandra House, Les Frieteaux, St Martin’s, Guernsey, United Kingdom, GY1 3EX
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Mr Michael Van Den Bossche is consistently professional, friendly, and clear in his interactions with patients. He explains complex procedures and associated risks thoroughly, ensuring patients understand their care options. Patients feel safe and confident in his expert abilities, appreciating his supportive and understanding approach to their treatment journeys. Mr Van Den Bossche excels in both bowel health and weight management.
I was referred to Mr Van Den Bossche as a patient needing to have my gall bladder removed. He explained that he would do this as keyhole surgery fully explaining the benefits and also potential issues we could face. He also noticed that I had a potential heart issue that should be checked before surgery. This proved to be the case and, after treatment for that, he went ahead with the procedure. I did need a little more aftercare than expected however Mr Van Den Bossche saw me every day to check progress and ensured that I was kept up to date. I must say that throughout the entire process, I was impressed by his professionalism, his empathy and his bedside manner and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone requiring his services.
Mr Van Den Bosche is an excellent professional. He saved me, I had a colon and rectum removal operation and all was so well executed, well cutted. I'm very pleased to be in his hands.
I met with Mr Van Den Bossche as a follow up to a recent operation and found him to be professional and clear about operations and treatment as always. I have known him through his role as a surgeon for 20 years now and I am confident in his skillset and consistency. He is always prompt, efficient and also friendly. My recent operation was undertaken with clear understanding of what was to transpire and have recovered well and in a timely manner.
Very funny guy, always takes the light in a situation. I felt very confident in knowing I was going to be taken seriously/looked after
Mr Van Den Bossche is welcoming and makes you feel he has tine to give you even when he is busy. He clearly explained the procedure I needed, and then provided good after care both in hospital and in follow up appointments. At one appointment he found that I needed a small procedure which he did during the appointment rather than making me return at a later time. That was very much appreciated, I trust him as an experienced surgeon and feel safe in his care.
He is extremely approachable and listens carefully. Also caring and understanding. An expert surgeon.
I found Mr Van Den Bossche very approachable. He communicated the relevant information clearly and in an understanable way. Appointments never felt rushed and he was happy to answer any questions. He gave a detailed explanation of the procedure, potential deviations that may be necessary, risks and expectations for recovery timeframes. Surgery went well with no issues. In the event that I did need any other procedures in the future I would be very happy to have Mr VDB as my surgeon again.
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Mr Michael Van Den Bossche's overall patient rating is 4.91 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 159 reviews.
What languages does Mr Michael Van Den Bossche speak?
Mr Michael Van Den Bossche speaks English and French
Where is Mr Michael Van Den Bossche located?
Mr Michael Van Den Bossche primarily practices at Spire Southampton Hospital, located at Chalybeate Close, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6UY
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