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Mr Christopher Shearer

MBChB, MD, FRCS (General Surgery)

General Surgeon

Live bookings available

31 years of experience

Glasgow, G52 3NQ

(+2 more)

71 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Amit Putti, Mr Mark Duxbury and 13 other professionals

4.95

/5

(111 reviews)

Live bookings available

31 years of experience

Glasgow, G52 3NQ

(+2 more)

71 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Amit Putti, Mr Mark Duxbury and 13 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Inguinal Hernia
32
Endoscopy (OGD)
15
1
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
15

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About Mr Christopher Shearer

Mr Christopher Shearer is a Consultant General Surgeon with specialist expertise in robotic, upper gastrointestinal, laparoscopic, and weight loss surgery. He works as a full-time private consultant across Ross Hall Hospital Glasgow and Kings Park Hospital Stirling.

Prior to his private practice, he spent 16 years as a Consultant Surgeon with NHS Forth Valley, where he also served as Acting Lead Clinician for the Upper Gastrointestinal Cancer Managed Clinical Network and Secretary of the Severe and Complex Obesity Treatment Service group. In addition, he contributed to medical education as an Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at University of Glasgow.

Mr Shearer graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1995 and completed his general surgical training in the West of Scotland. He was awarded a Medical Doctorate in 2004 for his research into Barrett’s oesophagus, with his work leading to national and international presentations and publications. In 2008, he was nominated for a World Scientist Forum International Award.

He further developed his subspecialist expertise through an international travelling fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania, focusing on weight loss surgery, followed by 18 months as a Surgical Fellow and University Lecturer at the University of New South Wales.

Mr Shearer performs a wide range of procedures, including robotic and laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, hernia repair (robotic, open, and laparoscopic), endoscopy, colonoscopy, and gastric balloon insertion for weight loss. His particular interests include minimally invasive gallbladder surgery, anti-reflux procedures such as fundoplication, and bariatric procedures including sleeve gastrectomy.


Subspecialties

  • Weight Loss & Bariatric Surgery
  • Upper GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery
  • Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(163)
Skill Endorsements
(38)

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Inguinal Hernia
32
Endoscopy (OGD)
15
1
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
15
Gallstone Surgery
15
Open Hernia Repair
11
Gastroscopy
10
Hernia
8
1
Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
6
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
5
1
Colonoscopy
5
Gallstones
5
Gastric Sleeve
3
Gastric Banding
3
Umbilical Hernia Repair
3
Robotic Hernia Repair
3
Robotic-Assisted Laparoscopic Surgery
3
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
2
1
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
2
1
Umbilical (Belly-Button) Hernia
2
Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Verruca, Moles and Skin Tags)
2
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
2
Robotic Surgery
1
2
Acid Reflux Surgery (Anti-Reflux Surgery)
1
1
General Surgery
1
1
Revisional Bariatric Surgery
1
1
Skin Lesion Treatments
1
Sebaceous Cyst Removal
1
Hiatus Hernia
1
Appendicitis
1
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
1
Diarrhoea
1
Hiatus Hernia Repair
1
Incisional Hernia Repair
1
Abdominal (Ventral) Hernia
1
Gallbladder Scan
1
Video Consultation
3
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
2
Enlarged Lymph Nodes
1
Excision of Lesion of Lip
1
Colon Cancer
1
Cardiovascular Disease
1
Breathlessness
1
Tendon Injuries
1
Epididymal Cysts
1
Gonorrhoea
1
Irregular Periods
1
Lyme Disease
1
Rehabilitation
1
Weight Loss
1
Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
1
Cryolipolysis
1
Electrotherapy
1
Weight Management
1
Healthy Living Advice
1
Cubital Tunnel (Ulnar Nerve) Release
1
Gallbladder Disease
1
Robotic Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder Removal)
Lumps and Bumps Removal
Non-Surgical Weight Management
Metabolic Surgery
Medical Weight Loss
Diagnostic Laparoscopy
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Sports Hernia Repair Surgery
Robotic-Assisted (da Vinci) Surgery
Lymph Node Removal (Lymphadenectomy)
Adhesion Removal (Adhesiolysis)
Weight Gain
Weight Loss Programme
Abdominal Wall Defects
Lipoma Removal
Recurrent Hernia
Appendicectomy
Constipation
Nissen's Fundoplication
Gastric Balloon
Altered Bowel Habits
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopy
Lipoma
Achalasia Surgery
Adhesions
Femoral Hernia
Spigelian Hernia
Oesophageal and Stomach Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Laparoscopic Bilateral Hernia Surgery
Blood in Stool / Rectal Bleeding (Haematochezia)
Inguinal Hernia Repair
Obesity

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4189497


Education

University of Glasgow

Medicine

Graduated 1995


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • AXA Health
  • Bupa
  • Cigna
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Aviva Health
  • WPA
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Vitality
  • Healix Health Services
  • Benenden Health

Fees

  • New appointment

    £200
  • Follow-up appointment

    £150
*May vary on location

Locations

Ross Hall Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

221 Crookston Road, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G52 3NQ

4.91(825 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Kings Park Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

Polmaise Rd, Stirling, United Kingdom, FK7 9JH

4.88(714 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Ross Hall Clinic Braehead (part of Circle Health Group)

Kings Inch Place, Renfrew, United Kingdom, PA4 8WF

4.94(559 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Inguinal Hernia
32
Endoscopy (OGD)
15
1
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
15

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Christopher Shearer is professional. He keeps patients at ease and gives clear information. Patients report good experiences from procedures like camera scopes, endoscopies, and operations, noting quick recovery. His expertise includes inguinal hernia and gallstone surgery.

4.67
verified patient
25 Sep 2026

Mr Shearer quickly put me at ease at my initial consultation, after identifying the issue he went through the process and expected outcome of my surgery and recovery. My post op follow up was also reassuring and the opportunity to contact him on any lingering issue that may arise was appreciated.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
25 Sep 2026

Dr Shearer is kind, attentive and very thorough. Listened carefully to my concerns and explained everything in terms I could understand. Arranged tests promptly and provided clear follow up information. I would thoroughly recommend him and would not hesitate to use him again if necessary.

5
verified patient
24 Sep 2026

I was treated professionally and efficiently by Mr Shearer and nursing staff and very pleased with the results of my procedure as scars very minimal and not noticeable 😁

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
24 Sep 2026

The whole experience was smooth and well supported all the way through my surgery.. Mr Shearer was there at every step. Any concerns I had in recovery from my surgery was dealt with quickly and with great understanding. Had complete faith in Mr Shearer from start to finish.

5
verified patient
21 Sep 2026

Mr Shearer was welcoming, putting me at ease. He explained the results of my tests and we discussed the progression from there. He was open to my questions and took time to answer all I asked. He made the experience pleasant and took the worry out of the appointment.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
18 Sep 2026

Excellent professional and caring approach. Discussed options for repair of an inguinal hernia and jointly decided on a robotic approach. Excellent surgical outcome- walking that evening and up and about the next day. Fully convalesced within 2 weeks and back to heavy lifting in 4. Even though my LIH was repaired (open) 20 years ago this was quicker, more comfortable and better recovery.

5
verified patient
18 Sep 2026

Mr shearer was very professional and took the time to listen to me and go through all my symptoms. He explained my scan results to me so I understood them. I left feeling very reassured.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
17 Sep 2026

Chris Shearer id an absolute gem of a man. He has been an amazing support through my personal troubles and his care and knowledge in helping me through my difficulties with my band has left me with nothing but admiration and faith that he has my best interests at heart. Thanks Chris John

Patient seen for:
Reply from Christopher Shearer
25 Sep 2026
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Thanks John, what a lovely review Best wishes Chris Shearer

5
verified patient
17 Sep 2026

Mr Shearer performed wonderfully and is a great success. Very approachable as well all the staff throughout ,nothing was too much trouble. Cleanliness was paramount and it was very clean . I was involved in decisions and choices when appropriate.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
17 Sep 2026

Good manner and clear explanation of outcomes

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Skill Endorsements

Excellent surgeon.

28 Jul 2026
Endorsed for
Healthy Living Advice
Acid Reflux Surgery (Anti-Reflux Surgery)

Mr Amit Putti

Mr Amit Putti

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

Recommended for bariatric surgery.

09 Jul 2026
Endorsed for
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
Revisional Bariatric Surgery
Weight Loss

Mr Mark Duxbury

Mr Mark Duxbury

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

07 Jul 2026
Endorsed for
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
Endoscopy (OGD)
General Surgery

MR

Mr Andrew Robertson

General Surgeon
We trained together

Reliable and always wants to help a colleague out. Great UGI surgical skills

21 Jun 2026
Endorsed for
Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery

Mr Andrew Renwick

Mr Andrew Renwick

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Christopher Shearer's reviews like?

Mr Christopher Shearer's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 111 reviews.

What languages does Mr Christopher Shearer speak?

Mr Christopher Shearer speaks English

Where is Mr Christopher Shearer located?

Mr Christopher Shearer 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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