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Mr Neil Bhardwaj

MBChB, MD, MRCS, MMIS, PGCert. (Med.Ed.), FRCS

General Surgeon

Live bookings available

24 years of experience

Leicester, LE2 2FF

(+4 more)

16 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Edward Caruana

4.95

/5

(85 reviews)

Live bookings available

24 years of experience

Leicester, LE2 2FF

(+4 more)

16 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Edward Caruana

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Inguinal Hernia Repair
25
Gallstone Surgery
15
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
12

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About Mr Neil Bhardwaj

Mr Neil Bhardwaj is a Consultant General, Hepatobiliary (liver) and Pancreatic Surgeon based in Leicester, with specialist expertise in keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery. His areas of interest include gallbladder, hernia, adrenal and spleen surgery, as well as complex surgery of the liver and pancreas.

Mr Bhardwaj routinely performs laparoscopic gallbladder removal, open and keyhole hernia repair, and both laparoscopic and open liver, adrenal and pancreatic surgery. He also carries out diagnostic investigations for abdominal pain and is experienced in ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography). In addition, he runs a specialist chronic pancreatitis clinic, managing both acute and long-term pancreatic conditions.

He graduated from the University of Leicester Medical School in 2001 and has been a Consultant HPB Surgeon at Leicester General Hospital since 2015. His surgical training was primarily undertaken in Leicester, followed by prestigious fellowships in Adelaide and Oxford.

Mr Bhardwaj is the Trent Region Representative for the Association of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeons (AUGIS). He has published widely in peer-reviewed journals, presented research at national and international conferences, and contributed to book chapters in his field.


Subspecialties

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

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(106)
Skill Endorsements
(3)

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Inguinal Hernia Repair
25
Gallstone Surgery
15
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
12
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
9
Incisional Hernia Repair
7
Liver Surgery
5
Hernia
4
Umbilical Hernia Repair
4
Laparoscopy
3
Liver Resection
3
Liver Metastases
3
Pancreatic Cancer
2
Adrenalectomy
1
1
Adrenal Gland Tumours
2
Liver Surgery (for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer)
2
Laparoscopic Bilateral Hernia Surgery
2
Lipoma Removal
1
Gallstones
1
Umbilical (Belly-Button) Hernia
1
Gallbladder Disease
1
Liver Surgery (for Primary Liver Cancer)
1
Hepatobiliary Surgery
1
Pancreatic Surgery
1
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
1
Abdominal (Ventral) Hernia
1
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
Video Consultation
Pancreatitis
Pancreatic Disorders
Diagnostic Laparoscopy
Lipoma
Liver Cancer
Jaundice
Splenectomy
Liver Disease
Whipple Procedure
Inguinal Hernia
Surgical Oncology
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Polycystic Liver Disease
Spigelian Hernia
Cholestasis
Gallbladder Cancer
Femoral Hernia
Biliary Stricture
Biliary Cancer
Lumps and Bumps Removal
Bile Duct Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma)
Bile Duct Diseases
Abdominal Wall Defects
Open Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6029561


Education

University of Leicester

Medicine

Graduated 2001

University of Leicester

MD

Graduated 2011

Royal College of Surgeons

MRCS

Graduated 2003

Royal College of Surgeons

FRCS

Graduated 2012

University of Adelaide

surgery

Graduated 2014

University of Dundee

PGCERT

Graduated 2017


Qualifications

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery / University of Leicester / 2001

Doctor of Medicine / University of Leicester / 2011

Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons / Royal College of Surgeons / 2005

Master of Minimally Invasive Surgery / University of Adelaide, Australia / 2013

Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education for Surgeons / University of Dundee / 2017

Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons / Royal College of Surgeons / 2012


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Punjabi
  • Urdu

Insurers

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

Fees

  • New appointment

    £210
  • Follow-up appointment

    £150
*May vary on location

Locations

Spire Leicester Hospital

Gartree Road, Oadby, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE2 2FF

4.91(951 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
18:00 - 21:00
Wednesday
Thursday
17:00 - 21:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
18:00 - 21:00
Wednesday
Thursday
17:00 - 21:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Woodland Hospital

Rothwell Road Kettering, Kettering, United Kingdom, NN16 8XF

4.89(1953 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Glendon Wood Hospital

Glendon Lodge, Glendon, United Kingdom, NN14 1QF

4.96(213 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital

Scraptoft Lane, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE5 1HY

4.85(281 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
17:45 - 20:30
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Free Parking
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Glenfield Hospital

Groby Rd, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE3 9QP

4.87(172 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Inguinal Hernia Repair
25
Gallstone Surgery
15
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
12

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Neil Bhardwaj is professional. He explains everything clearly, reassuring patients and putting them at ease. Patients praise his expertise in inguinal hernia repair and gallstone surgery, reporting successful operations and quick recoveries. A key theme across reviews highlights excellent outcomes for various hernia and gallbladder procedures.

5
verified patient
22 Jun 2026

The experience was entirely positive. In fact the entire experience from first consultation, the operation and post operation has been super professional and supportive. At the most recent visit (post operative) Mr Bhardwaj not only completed his clinical checks, but also took the time to answer my (somewhat detailed) questions and provide reassurance around the technical details of the operation and recovery. And it was clear that Mr Bhardwaj is keen to continuously improve the experience and technical details of the procedure. I left feeling very reassured.

5
verified patient
15 Jun 2026

All my consultants and operation with Mr Bhardwaj have been superb. He is amazingly friendly and down to earth. Great bedside manner and the whole experience has been perfect.

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5
verified patient
11 Jun 2026

Excellent service

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5
verified patient
27 May 2026

Excellent care. Answered all my questions and felt very reassured throughout the whole procedure.

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5
verified patient
26 May 2026

Brilliant from start to finish and I would highly recommend Mr Bhardwaj. At the moment no issues

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1.33
verified patient
26 May 2026

This doctor is good at what he does. However he does not seem to remember you from appointment to appointment, misremembers things and doesn’t address concerns fully. I found it very difficult to be assertive with this doctor as he was so dismissive.

Reply from Neil Bhardwaj
17 Jun 2026
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Dear patient, I am sorry you had such an experience. This is completely against the ethos of my practice. Please contact me via my secretary and we can discuss your concerns in detail.

5
verified patient
21 May 2026

Mr Bharadwaj was very professional during pre and post surgery appointments. Very pleasant and explained everything in detail.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
17 May 2026

I saw Neil Bhardwaj for the removal of lipoma. At the initial consultation, he explained the process and procedure clearly, answering any questions that I had. He had an incredibly calm manner and reassuring manner, that I immediately felt at ease and knew that I was in good hands. The procedure went very well. His excellent bedside manner was evident when he came to see me after the operation and again at the post operation meeting a few weeks later. I would have no hesitation in using his services again should they be needed. And no hesitation in recommending him to others.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
13 May 2026

My daughter recently needed a gall bladder removal and with mr bhardwaj it was done quickly successfully and he completely put my daughters mind at rest as she was so anxious , we wouldn’t have got through it without mr bhardwaj , we can’t thank him enough

5
verified patient
07 May 2026

It is 10 out of 10. Mrs Pauline Lewis did a great job organizing the appointment in record short time. She has been helping me even after the visit. As for Dr Bhardwaj, not only did he do the usual examination: he went over and beyond to secure for me an appointment at Leicester General Hospital and making sure I can get my newly prescribed medicine on time. He has also arranged for an urgent appointment with a urologist colleague when he learned about my conditions. Whilst I hope I will never suffer from a similar illness in the future, If I did I would not hesitate to select Dr Bhardwaj and Ms Lewis from all the available BUPA options. Thanks You.

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Skill Endorsements

04 Mar 2026
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Hepatobiliary Surgery
Adrenalectomy

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Mr Neil Bhardwaj's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 85 reviews.

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Mr Neil Bhardwaj speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu

Where is Mr Neil Bhardwaj located?

Mr Neil Bhardwaj primarily practices at Spire Leicester Hospital, located at Gartree Road, Oadby, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE2 2FF
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