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Mr Nicholas Davies

MB ChB, FRCS, MD

General Surgeon

Live bookings available

41 years of experience

Bournemouth, BH1 1RW

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5 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Ismail Mallick

4.98

/5

(136 reviews)

Live bookings available

41 years of experience

Bournemouth, BH1 1RW

(+1 more)

5 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Ismail Mallick

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
56
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
37
Open Hernia Repair
28

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About Mr Nicholas Davies

Mr Nicholas Davies is an upper GI surgeon practising privately at Bournemouth Nuffield, Bournemouth Private Clinic. He is a senior surgeon at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Part of University Hospital Dorset. He has a special interest in gall stones and laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gall bladder surgery), as well as open and laparoscopic (keyhole) hernia surgery. He is also skilled in laparoscopic hiatus hernia surgery. In addition to his private practice, Mr Davies is also the senior surgeon  for upper GI and bariatric surgery at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

Mr Davies gained his medical qualification in 1985 from the University of Birmingham before going on to complete a Doctor of Medicine. He became a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in 1989. He trained in a number of different areas including the West Midlands, Merseyside, Bristol and South Australia, gaining extensive experience in laparoscopic surgery for hernia, gallstone, and hiatus hernia treatment. Mr Davies is a member of many professional organisations including the Association of Upper GI Surgeons (AUGIS)Asocaition of Laparoscopic Sureons, (ALS)Bariatric and Metabolic Sugical Society (BOMMS) and the European Association of Endoscopic Surgery (EAES))


Subspecialties

  • Upper GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery
  • Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(211)
Skill Endorsements
(3)

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Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
56
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
37
Open Hernia Repair
28
Gallstone Surgery
27
Gallstones
18
1
Hernia
13
1
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
9
Inguinal Hernia
6
Gallbladder Disease
6
Laparoscopy
2
General Surgery
2
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
2
Lipoma Removal
1
Gastroscopy
1
Cyst Removal
1
Hiatus Hernia Repair
1
Umbilical Hernia Repair
1
Nissen's Fundoplication
Femoral Hernia
Umbilical (Belly-Button) Hernia
Acid Reflux Surgery (Anti-Reflux Surgery)
Hiatus Hernia

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3071797


Education

University of Birmingham

Medicine

Graduated 1985


Qualifications

  • MD
  • FRCS Royal College of Surgeons 1989
  • MB ChB 1985 University of Birmingham

Professional memberships:

  • Association of Surgeons GB&I
  • Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons (past council member)
  • British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society (BOMSS)
  • Association of Upper GI Surgeons

Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Aviva Health
  • AXA Health
  • Bupa
  • Cigna
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Vitality
  • WPA
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Healix Health Services
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • The Exeter

Fees

  • New appointment

    £220
  • Follow-up appointment

    £150
*May vary on location

Locations

Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital

67 Lansdowne Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH1 1RW

4.87(469 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
14:00 - 18:00
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
14:00 - 18:00
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Private Health UHD

Derwent Suite c/o The Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH7 7DW

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
56
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
37
Open Hernia Repair
28

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Nicholas Davies is consistently described as professional, friendly, reassuring, and provides clear explanations. Patients frequently commend his expertise and efficient approach in performing various procedures, including gallbladder removal and both keyhole and open hernia repairs. He ensures patients feel well informed, answers all questions thoroughly, and delivers excellent care from consultation through recovery, often leading to quick healing. The frequent mention of laparoscopic procedures, several hernia repair types, and gallstone surgery underscores successful patient outcomes.

5
verified patient
12 Aug 2026

Mr Davies was excellent. He explained everything clearly and answered my questions. My follow up was reassuring and I am grateful for the care and attention I have received.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
06 Aug 2026

Went in for a hernia operation and the whole process from start to finish was exceptional. Nick clearly explained the procedure beforehand, then immediately post op explained what was done. The follow up consultation was then arranged quickly and efficiently where Nick then was there to ensure that all was well and answered all questions asked. A far better experience that I could ever have expected!

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
05 Aug 2026

I can only say that the entire process was excellent. I felt confident from start to finish that the procedure would be fine and I would be supported if it wasn’t.

5
verified patient
11 Jul 2026

Very friendly people & kept me well informed at all times , Mr Nicholas did a fantastic job would recommend to anyone very professional

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
10 Jun 2026

Explained everything clearly

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
03 Jun 2026

I was at the Bournemouth Nuffield for umbilical hernia repair. Mr Davies was able to perform the surgery within a few weeks and all went well.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
02 Jun 2026

Had my gallbladder removed. The nurse who looked after me and all the healthcare professionals were all so lovely and made sure i was okay at all times

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
20 May 2026

Very thorough appointment, explained things clearly and put my mind at ease.

5
verified patient
13 May 2026

Mr Davies is calm, clear and professional as well as being reassuring and friendly.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
30 Apr 2026

No question dismissed as too minor or irrelevant, all answered with clarity.

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Skill Endorsements

30 Aug 2025
Endorsed for
Visual Stress Assessment
Hernia
Gallstones

Mr Ismail Mallick

Mr Ismail Mallick

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

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Mr Nicholas Davies's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 136 reviews.

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Mr Nicholas Davies speaks English

Where is Mr Nicholas Davies located?

Mr Nicholas Davies primarily practices at Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital, located at 67 Lansdowne Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH1 1RW
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Mr Nicholas Davies is working Wednesday (14:00 - 18:00)

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