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Mr Rhys Thomas

FRCS

General Surgeon

Live bookings available

23 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+4 more)

66 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Aathavan Loganayagam, Mr Mark F Lynch and 23 other professionals

4.95

/5

(215 reviews)

Live bookings available

23 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+4 more)

66 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Aathavan Loganayagam, Mr Mark F Lynch and 23 other professionals

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hernia
64
5
Inguinal Hernia
48
2
Gallstones
40
10

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About Mr Rhys Thomas

Mr Rhys Thomas FRCS

Consultant General & Upper GI Surgeon
Specialist in Hernia, Gallbladder & Acid Reflux Surgery
Croydon University Hospital | HCA London Bridge | Shirley Oaks | Blackheath

🩺 About Me

I am a Consultant Surgeon with specialist expertise in general surgery, upper gastrointestinal (GI) conditions, keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery, and complex hernias. I treat both NHS and private patients across South London and Central London.

I lead the Upper GI surgery service at Croydon University Hospital, where I’ve developed dedicated pathways for managing gallstones, reflux, and complex abdominal wall hernias.  The multidiscplinary team process I established for Abdominal Wall Reconstruction manages patients from throughout London, the South East and across the country, who have complicated abdominal hernisa of all types.

Many of my procedures are performed using minimally invasive (keyhole) techniques. However, I always take a patient-centred approach, tailoring treatment to each individual.

🔍 Conditions I Treat


Hernias (inguinal, femoral, incisional, complex abdominal wall)


Gallstones and gallbladder disease


Acid reflux and heartburn


Swallowing difficulties (e.g. achalasia)


Appendicitis, abdominal pain, pancreatitis


Lipomas, cysts, and skin lumps

🔧 Treatments I Offer


Laparoscopic & open hernia repair


Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy)


Anti-reflux surgery (e.g. fundoplication)


Gastroscopy & endoscopy


Abdominal wall reconstruction


Emergency surgery


Lipoma & skin lesion removal

📍 Clinic Locations

  • HCA London Bridge/The Shard
  • Shirley Oaks Hospital
  • Blackheath Hospital
  • OneWelbeck London

Online video consultations (by request)

📅 Book an Appointment

To book a face-to-face or video consultation, please contact:

Gemma Newton

📞 07732 516 882

📧 rhysthomaspa@gmail.com

⛳ A Little More About Me

Outside of surgery, I’m a keen cyclist and single-figure handicap golfer. I bring the same focus and precision from sport into every aspect of my clinical practice.


Subspecialties

  • Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
  • Upper GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery
  • Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(291)
Skill Endorsements
(68)

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Hernia
64
5
Inguinal Hernia
48
2
Gallstones
40
10
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
36
1
Open Hernia Repair
28
3
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
20
2
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
18
11
Inguinal Hernia Repair
11
Umbilical Hernia Repair
8
Gallstone Surgery
7
1
Lipoma Removal
7
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
5
8
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
5
2
Laparoscopic Bilateral Hernia Surgery
3
Gallbladder Disease
2
3
Laparoscopy
2
1
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
2
Sebaceous Cyst Removal
2
Umbilical (Belly-Button) Hernia
2
Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
2
General Surgery
1
4
Endoscopy (OGD)
1
3
Video Consultation
1
1
Pilonidal Sinus Excision
1
1
Hiatus Hernia
1
Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
1
Appendicitis
1
Cyst Removal
1
Pancreatic Disorders
1
Pilonidal Sinus Disorders
1
Rib Pain
1
Abscess Incision and Drainage
1
Femoral Hernia
1
Hiatus Hernia Repair
1
Ileostomy Surgery
1
Lumps and Bumps Removal
1
Pancreatitis
4
Nissen's Fundoplication
2
Abdominal Wall Defects
2
Soft Tissue
1
Pelvic Pain
1
Pancreatic Cancer
1
Gastroscopy
1
Achalasia Surgery
1
Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Verruca, Moles and Skin Tags)
1
Lipoma
1
Laparoscopic Appendicectomy
Lymph Node Removal (Lymphadenectomy)
Liver Function Tests
Acid Reflux Surgery (Anti-Reflux Surgery)
Adhesion Removal (Adhesiolysis)
Diagnostic Laparoscopy
Recurrent Hernia
Constipation
Cholestasis
Incisional Hernia Repair
Linx System
Abdominal (Ventral) Hernia
No Mesh Hernia Repair
Adhesions
Altered Bowel Habits
Anorectal Conditions
Spigelian Hernia
Bile Duct Diseases
Splenectomy
Diarrhoea
Stoma Reversal
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
Stoma Surgery
Liver Disease
Perianal Abscess
Perianal Disease
Small Bowel Cancer
Skin Lesion Treatments
Mesenteric Ischemia
Jaundice
Appendicectomy

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6077250


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 2003


Qualifications

Education

  • MBBS - Imperial College School of Medicine - qualified 2003
  • Senior House Officer, Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford - 2005-2007
  • Specialist Registrar in Upper GI and Bariatric Surgery: South West Thames training rotation - 2007-2015
  • Clinical Fellow in Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, Royal Surrey Hospital, Guildford - 2009-2011
  • Consultant General and Upper GI surgeon, Croydon University Hospital - 2015-present

Memberships of Societies

  • FRCS - Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England - 2015

Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Bupa
  • Vitality
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • General and Medical
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • WPA
  • The Exeter
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Cigna
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • Healix Health Services
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Aetna
  • Benenden Health
  • Bupa Global
  • National Friendly
  • The PHC

Fees

  • New appointment

    £280
  • Follow-up appointment

    £175
*May vary on location

Locations

HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital

27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR

4.83(5,433 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
08:30 - 11:15
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
08:30 - 11:15
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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The Blackheath Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD

4.85(1,908 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Welbeck

1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR

4.91(1,522 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
12:00 - 14:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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The Shirley Oaks Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

Poppy Lane Shirley Oaks Village, Croydon, United Kingdom, CR9 8AB

4.88(1,192 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
08:30 - 14:00
Wednesday
17:00 - 19:30
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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HCA UK at The Shard

St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
08:30 - 11:15
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Paid Parking
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Video consultation

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
08:30 - 14:00
Wednesday
17:00 - 19:30
Thursday
08:30 - 14:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hernia
64
5
Inguinal Hernia
48
2
Gallstones
40
10

Contact

Book online

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Rhys Thomas provides professional and clear communication, ensuring patients feel confident throughout their treatment journey. He offers detailed explanations of procedures such as inguinal hernia repair, umbilical hernia repair, and gallbladder removal, including what to expect for recovery and post-operative care. Patients report smooth procedures, effective pain management, and a quicker recovery than anticipated, with minimal scarring. Many patients also praise his skill in keyhole surgery.

4.67
verified patient
14 Sep 2026

What can I say, good result based on excellent care skills and guidance. Thank you

5
verified patient
07 Sep 2026

Mr Rhys Thomas has a calming, genial yet professional approach and was able to put me at ease and explain everything in simple terms. Highly recommend.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
29 Aug 2026

My experience with Mr Thomas has been exceptional from beginning to end, from the initial preoperative consultations through to the post-operative care. Throughout the entire process, everything was handled with remarkable precision, clarity and transparency. I was always given clear and thorough explanations, which made me feel fully informed, reassured and confident at every stage. Mr Thomas is not only an excellent and highly professional surgeon, but also an exceptionally reliable and reassuring presence. He has a calm, composed and elegant manner that immediately inspires confidence and puts the patient at ease. What I particularly appreciated was the combination of his professionalism, attention to detail and genuine ability to communicate with calmness and clarity. I always felt that I was in highly capable and trustworthy hands. I am extremely grateful for the care and professionalism I experienced throughout the entire journey and would have no hesitation in recommending Mr Thomas. Following my recent visit, I can only reaffirm everything I have said above. It is always a pleasure to speak with Mr Thomas, whose calm, thoughtful and reassuring manner continues to inspire confidence. His professionalism and the way he communicates remain truly exceptional.

5
verified patient
29 Aug 2026

Thankyou for seeing me so quickly and reassuring me. Its was lovely and a pleasure to meet you.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
29 Aug 2026

A self referral due to unacceptable time line (for me), for NHS treatment. This was acknowledged by Mr Thomas and after discussions he outlined options for my Inguinal Hernia. My operation was carried out within a few weeks and I have just had my post Op follow up consultation/review appointment. I have to say from the start to my last meeting at all times a very professional first class service was delivered. All those members of hostital staff supporting Mr Thomas during my visit delivered a first-rate service.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
27 Aug 2026

Mr Rhys Thomas performed a laparoscopic repair of a right side inguinal hernia on me at Shirley Oaks hospital recently. I am very glad I chose Mr Thomas as my surgeon. The results of my surgery are excellent. No complications at all and I only had minor aching for the first few days after the surgery. After one week no pain whatsoever. It is now 3 weeks after the surgery and I feel completely back to normal, no longer have any bruising and only minor scars remain from the small incisions required for laparoscopic surgery. From what I understand Mr Thomas is highly experienced at performing both open and laparoscopic inguinal hernia repairs. I had a few anxieties about having a general anaesthetic, so Mr Thomas put me in touch with one of the anaesthetists to discuss and he was able to completely allay all my concerns. The operation was a comfortable experience, and I had a nice comfortable recovery in a private room in the hospital. I was able to go home a few hours after the procedure. Mr Thomas was also helpful and reassuring during my initial consultation. His PA Gemma was also extremely helpful throughout the whole process or arranging my surgery and related pre-operative assessments.

Reply from Rhys Thomas
06 Sep 2026
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Sincere thanks for your kind words about myself and Gemma. I'm so pleased everything went well and you had such a positive experience.

5
verified patient
10 Aug 2026

Outstanding hospital and mr thomas is a fantastic consultant/surgeon very warming and very nice nurses highly recommend

Patient seen for:
Reply from Rhys Thomas
06 Sep 2026
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Many thanks for your kind words about myself and the hospital. I'm glad the experience was so positive.

5
verified patient
01 Aug 2026

Everything was clearly explained and operation went well.

Reply from Rhys Thomas
06 Sep 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I'm glad everything went well and I wish you well for the remainder of your recovery

5
verified patient
21 Jul 2026

Saw Mr Thomas for the first time following a diagnosis of a small inguinal hernia and referral by my GP. He was very professional and covered all the options putting my mind at ease. In the end a conservative management was advised with a view to a surgical option when the need arose. Was very pleased to have seen Mr Thomas.

Patient seen for:
Reply from Rhys Thomas
06 Sep 2026
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Many thanks for taking the time to leave such a kind review. Please do not hesitate to contact Gemma in the future should the need arise.

5
verified patient
21 Jul 2026

Mr Thomas is professional, understanding , reassuring, with an excellent manner. The care and attention I received was exemplary. I would not hesitate to recommend him. I would rate my experience 10 out of 10 for the two hernia surgeries.

Reply from Rhys Thomas
06 Sep 2026
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Thank you so much for your kind words. I hope you are doing well.

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Skill Endorsements

Highly skilled, thoughtful, and a great colleague. I trust Mr. Thomas implicitly to provide a balanced view and the highest standard of care for every patient I refer to him.

17 Mar 2026
Endorsed for
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

Dr Aathavan Loganayagam

Dr Aathavan Loganayagam

Gastroenterologist
I have referred patients to them

Excellent surgeon with specialist skills in complex hernia surgery

13 Jan 2026
Endorsed for
Hernia
Video Consultation
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery

Mr Mark F Lynch

Mr Mark F Lynch

Urologist
Is a colleague

24 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

Dr Stephan Brincat

Dr Stephan Brincat

Nephrologist
Is a colleague

Fantastic surgeon. Extremely Knowledgeable with excellent surgical skills..

20 May 2025
Endorsed for
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

Mr Ahmed Kamel

Mr Ahmed Kamel

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Is a colleague
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Hernia Surgery by Rhys Thomas

Hernia Surgery by Rhys Thomas

Do you have a hernia? In this short video, Consultant General Surgeon Mr Rhys Thomas from Shirley Oaks Blackheath and London Bridge Hospital explains how a hernia can be diagnosed an...

11 September 2024

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Signs and Symptoms of Gallstones from Mr Rhys Thomas

Signs and Symptoms of Gallstones from Mr Rhys Thomas

In this short video, Consultant Laparoscopic General Surgeon Mr Rhys Thomas discusses gallstones and the treatment available.

11 September 2024

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FAQ

What are Mr Rhys Thomas's reviews like?

Mr Rhys Thomas's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 215 reviews.

What languages does Mr Rhys Thomas speak?

Mr Rhys Thomas speaks English

Where is Mr Rhys Thomas located?

Mr Rhys Thomas primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital, located at 27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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What are Mr Rhys Thomas working hours?

Mr Rhys Thomas is working Tuesday (08:30 - 14:00, 08:30 - 14:00), Wednesday (17:00 - 19:30, 17:00 - 19:30), Thursday (08:30 - 11:15, 12:00 - 14:00, 08:30 - 11:15, 08:30 - 14:00)

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