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Mr Ian Hunter

MA (Oxon) MBBS MD FRCS

General Surgeon

Live bookings available

26 years of experience

Taunton, TA2 6AN

3 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Ashok Subramanian

5

/5

(17 reviews)

Live bookings available

26 years of experience

Taunton, TA2 6AN

3 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Ashok Subramanian

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Varicose Veins
11
Varicose Veins Surgery
8
Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA)
5

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About Mr Ian Hunter

Mr. Ian Hunter is a Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon and General Surgeon currently working at the private practice Nuffield Health Taunton Hospital and his current post is Musgrove Park Hospital. His areas of specialism include the management of peripheral vascular disease, aortic aneurysm (both open and endovascular repair), carotid artery disease, vascular trauma, and venous disease. He has developed advanced skills in the management of varicose veins; including endovenous laser ablation, radiofrequency ablation, foam injection sclerotherapy, and varicose vein surgery. He also specialises in hernia surgery including inguinal, femoral, and umbilical hernia repair.

Mr. Hunter completed his undergraduate training at the University of Oxford Medical School and St Bartholomew's and the Royal London Hospital Medical School. He completed his specialist vascular training at the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford. He also has many professional memberships including Vascular Society of Great Britain & Ireland and British Society for Endovascular Therapy.

In addition, Mr. Hunter is interested in research regarding arterial disease and venous disease. He also offers courses to GPs and is an Honorary Senior Lecturer, University of Bristol. Mr. Hunter is also the Chairman of the Medical Advisory Committee at Nuffield Hospital Taunton. In his spare time, Mr. Hunter is a keen rugby fan, primarily his native Ulster rugby but also supports Exeter Chiefs since he moved to Taunton.

Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

  • Diabetic Foot Care
  • Endovenous radiofrequency ablation
  • Keyhole Endovascular Aneurysm Repair
  • Open Hernia Repair
  • Endoscopic Vein Surgery
  • foam sclerotherapy
  • Laser Varicose Vein Treatment (ELVA)
  • Varicose Veins Surgery
  • Carotid Endarterectomy
  • Carotid surgery for stroke prevention
  • Endovascular Stent Graft
  • Microsclerotherapy for thread veins
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Abdominal Aneurysm
  • Carotid Artery Disease
  • Venous Insufficieny
  • Aortic aneurysms
  • Aorto-iliac Disease
  • Claudication
  • Peripheral Aneurysm
  • swollen legs
  • Thread Veins
  • Arm Artery Disease
  • leg ulcers
  • painful legs
  • Peripheral Arterial Disease
  • Varicose Veins
  • Femoral Hernia
  • Hernia

Subspecialties

  • Vascular Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(35)
Skill Endorsements
(2)

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Varicose Veins
11
Varicose Veins Surgery
8
Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA)
5
Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
5
Hernia
2
1
Thread Veins
1
Open Hernia Repair
1
Chronic Venous Insufficiency
1
Foam Sclerotherapy
1
Superficial Thrombophlebitis
1
Leg Ulcers
Peripheral Aneurysm
Aortic Aneurysms
Carotid Artery Disease
Inguinal Hernia Repair
Carotid Surgery for Stroke Prevention
Painful Legs
Inguinal Hernia
Arm Artery Disease
Microsclerotherapy for Thread Veins
Keyhole Endovascular Aneurysm Repair
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Femoral Hernia
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Carotid Endarterectomy
Claudication
Aorto-iliac Disease
Endovascular Stent Graft
Diabetic Foot Care
Endoscopic Vein Surgery
Swollen Legs

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4637017


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 1999


Qualifications

EDUCATION

  • BA (Oxon) in Physiological Sciences, University of Oxford 1996
  • MBBS (Primary medical degree), St Bartholomew's and The Royal London Hospital Medical School 1999
  • MA (Oxon), University of Oxford 2001
  • MRCS, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2003
  • FRCS, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2010
  • MD (Research Doctorate in Transplant Surgery), University of London 2010

Memberships

  • Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland
  • British Society of Endovascular Therapy
  • British Hernia Society
  • Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
  • British Medical Association



Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Benenden Health
  • Bupa
  • Vitality
  • The Exeter
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Healix Health Services
  • WPA
  • General and Medical
  • Cigna
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • National Friendly

Fees

  • New appointment

    £180
  • Follow-up appointment

    £120
*May vary on location

Locations

Nuffield Health Taunton Hospital

Staplegrove Elm Showell Park, Taunton, United Kingdom, TA2 6AN

4.91(235 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Varicose Veins
11
Varicose Veins Surgery
8
Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA)
5

Contact

Book online

Reviews

5
verified patient
24 Apr 2026

Excellent - everything went like clockwork and the results of my procedure after only 4 weeks are very promising

5
verified patient
27 Mar 2026

Admitted for varicose veins surgery. Everything went perfectly, no complications.

5
verified patient
21 Nov 2025

I was very pleased with the results of my operation and with the outcome of all my meetings with Mr Hunter. He was clear in his description of the planned treatment and aftercare and everything healed well.

5
verified patient
07 Jun 2025

Every aspect, from my initial consultation to being signed off was faultless. Mr Hunter explained everything, putting me at ease, the end result is far better than I hoped for. Thank you.

5
verified patient
09 Jan 2025

I am very pleased with the varicose vein surgery performed by Mr Hunter. My right leg feels much stronger and looks much better also. The varicose eczema diagnosed prior to the surgery has also reduced significantly. Throughout the consultation process Mr Hunter was very approachable and listened carefully and responded to all of my concerns in plain English.

5
verified patient
22 Nov 2024

My overall experience was superb

5
verified patient
03 Nov 2023

Made me feel at ease - explained everything thoroughly - a very nice man

5
verified patient
09 Dec 2022

Clear explanations and friendly professional manner. Built confidence rapidly

5
verified patient
02 Jul 2022

First class and personal. Very reassuring.

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5
verified patient
20 May 2022

Excellent service!

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Skill Endorsements

Excellent surgeon with good patient involvement. I have referred several patients to him. He also chair's out medical advisory committee at Nuffield hospital

15 Apr 2026
Endorsed for
Thread Veins
Hernia

Mr Ashok Subramanian

Mr Ashok Subramanian

Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Mr Ian Hunter's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 17 reviews.

What languages does Mr Ian Hunter speak?

Mr Ian Hunter speaks English

Where is Mr Ian Hunter located?

Mr Ian Hunter primarily practices at Nuffield Health Taunton Hospital, located at Staplegrove Elm Showell Park, Taunton, United Kingdom, TA2 6AN
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