BA, MEd, PhD, FRCS (Eng)
Live bookings available
18 years of experience
Southampton, SO16 6YD
(+2 more)
9 connections in healthcare
Live bookings available
18 years of experience
Southampton, SO16 6YD
(+2 more)
9 connections in healthcare
Mr. Nigel D'Souza is a Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon based at the Spire Southampton Hospital, and University Hospital Southampton.
Mr D'Souza graduated from UCL Medical School in 2007 and subsequently underwent surgical training in London, Oxford, South Africa, and Wessex. During this time he worked at national centres including St George's Hospital, the John Radcliffe, Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth, Basingstoke and University Hospital Southampton. After acquiring his certificate of completion of training in 2021, he spent two years on international fellowship in Sydney. He first worked in Concord Repatriation Hospital, a high volume referral centre advanced techniques in colorectal and general surgery. He then worked for Professor Mike Solomon in complex cancer surgery at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Australia's #1 hospital and the world's highest volume pelvic exenteration service.
Mr. D'Souza elective practice encompasses the diagnosis and management of colon, rectal, and anal cancer, offering state-of-the-art surgical treatments using both Da Vinci robotic and laparoscopic platforms. He has a special interest in significant polyps and early colorectal cancer (SPECC), endometriosis surgery, and proctology, after learning a number of advanced techniques to treat haemorrhoids and fistulas on fellowship. Committed to staying at the forefront of surgical innovations, Mr. D'Souza regularly visits UK and overseas units to update his skills and knowledge. In 2025, he was awarded the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract travelling fellowship, which allowed him to visit the University of Minnesota.
During his training, he spent 2 years as a colorectal cancer research fellow at Croydon University Hospital and the Royal Marsden. He was awarded his PhD by Imperial College. His groundbreaking research with Muti Abulafi on the faecal immunochemical test led to a national change in practice after recognition by NICE guidelines. This research was awarded the Moynihan Prize, BJS Prize, and John of Arderne Medal; the top 3 UK research prizes in general and colorectal surgery. As the principal investigator for several research trials at Southampton, Mr. D'Souza continues to offer patients cutting-edge treatments, including participation in an international colorectal cancer vaccine study.
Click the bar to read patient reviews
General Medical Council
No. 6164220
Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (ACPGBI)
No. 01506
University College London, University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2007
Imperial College School of Medicine
Surgery and Cancer
Graduated 2021
Dartmouth College
International Relations
Graduated 2002
New appointment
£300Follow-up appointment
£2000Tremona Road, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6YD
Chalybeate Close, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6UY
Winchester Road, Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh, United Kingdom, SO53 2DW
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Mr Nigel D'Souza is professional, calm, and explains things clearly, putting patients at ease. He provides full information on conditions and treatment for procedures like colonoscopies and operations. His skill and attention to detail instil confidence, ensuring excellent care and positive results. Many positive reviews mention his work with haemorrhoids and other colorectal issues.
A very professional set up. My first appointment was arranged efficiently and Mr D’Souza was clear in both his examination and explanation of the potential options and impacts of the surgery.
Extremely professional & efficient in arranging both original consultation & subsequent treatment in a calm & thoughful manner.
Came to see Mr D’Souza today, as I said to him personally his reviews are exactly as described. Really nice gentleman explains everything very clearly and was happy to listen would highly recommend.
We can only say the following about Mr D'Souza, his team and our overall opinion of his work. A very professional service, he has a very congenial manner and is very well turned out. He is very knowledgeable as are his team and he is very confident in his field. He was able to explain very easily the plan he concocted for my husband and it was all carried out efficiently, speedily and according to plan. Following the operation he carried out on my husband another issue presented which he dealt with expeditiously. He took great care with all that he did and we have no hesitation in recommending him or his team.
Mr D’Souza gave me his full attention and covered fully the aspects of my concerns. He came across as very professional and kind, with a fully attentive manner. I would not hesitate recommending him.
I was admitted to A&E as an emergency. Once I was diagnosed my case was passed on to Dr. D'Souza. I met with him and his registrar who explained my situation and what the next steps were. They made me feel very at ease and feeled me with a lot of confidence. They were happy to answer all the questions my husband and son asked. We knew we were being looked after. I met him a few times before my operation and he made me feel that I wasn't just someone in bed 3. He greeted me by my name and also acknowledged my family each time.
I recently had a procedure carried out by Dr D'Souza, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the care and professionalism I received throughout the entire process. From the initial consultation to the follow-up afterwards, Dr D'Souza made me feel completely at ease, taking the time to explain everything clearly and answer all of my questions. The procedure itself went very smoothly, and I felt confident I was in excellent hands the whole time. Dr D'Souzas calm, reassuring manner and attention to detail really stood out, as did the kindness shown by the wider team. I’m extremely pleased with the outcome and would highly recommend Dr D'Souza to anyone looking for an experienced, compassionate, and highly skilled consultant.
If you are incredibly anxious about having a colonoscopy, Nigel is the person you want to see. I had severe anxiety leading up to my appointment, to the point where a previous procedure had to be canceled due to my blood pressure. Nigel and his team were phenomenal at putting me at ease, perfectly managing my nerves, and making the entire process completely painless and stress-free. He is an absolute expert at what he does. After the procedure, he provided a crystal-clear explanation of his findings, completely putting my mind at rest and giving me actionable advice for the future. The level of care, professionalism, and empathy from Nigel and the entire clinic staff was outstanding. Highly recommended.
Mr D’Souza has been excellent the whole way through my journey, really first rate. I feel privileged to have had him as my consultant and surgeon. His communication is always clear and thoughtful, and he uses straightforward language. He’s professional and confident, which has given me confidence, and I’ve trusted him implicitly. He has a calm friendly manner. He’s also very insightful and has helped steady my nerves and helped me stay optimistic throughout treatment. I always feel he has time for us and is genuinely invested in my recovery and mental wellbeing, and is willing the best for me. He really is delightful.
Read articles from Mr Nigel D'Souza explaining process of procedures and other important things you should know before choosing your provider.
This international study brought together experts from around the world to agree on a clear and consistent definition of the rectum. This is important because having a standard definition helps doctors communicate better, make more accurate diagnoses, and ensure patients receive the most appropriate treatment—especially for conditions like rectal cancer
01 December 2019
journals.lww.com
This study showed that MRI scans can provide more accurate information about the likely outcomes of rectal cancer than the traditional staging system. In particular, features seen on MRI—such as tumor deposits and involvement of nearby blood vessels (EMVI)—were better at predicting how the cancer might behave. This could help surgeons personalise treatment and follow-up plans more effectively.
01 August 2022
journals.lww.com

Objective To assess whether a faecal immunochemical test (FIT) could be used to select patients with suspected colorectal cancer (CRC) symptoms for urgent investigation. Design Multicentre, double-blinded diagnostic accuracy study in 50 National Health Service (NHS) hospitals across England between October 2017 and December 2019. Patients referred to secondary care with suspected CRC symptoms meeting NHS England criteria for urgent 2 weeks wait referral and triaged to investigation with colonoscopy were invited to perform a quantitative FIT. The sensitivity of FIT for CRC, and effect of relevant variables on its diagnostic accuracy was assessed. Results 9822 patients were included in the final analysis. The prevalence of CRC at colonoscopy was 3.3%. The FIT positivity decreased from 37.2% to 19.0% and 7.6%, respectively, at cut-offs of 2, 10 and 150 µg haemoglobin/g faeces (µg/g). The positive predictive values of FIT for CRC at these cut-offs were 8.7% (95% CI, 7.8% to 9.7%), 16.1% (95% CI 14.4% to 17.8%) and 31.1% (95% CI 27.8% to 34.6%), respectively, and the negative predictive values were 99.8% (95% CI 99.7% to 99.9%), 99.6% (95% CI 99.5% to 99.7%) and 98.9% (95% CI 98.7% to 99.1%), respectively. The sensitivity of FIT for CRC decreased at the same cut-offs from 97.0% (95% CI 94.5% to 98.5%) to 90.9% (95% CI 87.2% to 93.8%) and 70.8% (95% CI 65.6% to 75.7%), respectively, while the specificity increased from 64.9% (95% CI 63.9% to 65.8%) to 83.5% (95% CI 82.8% to 84.3%) and 94.6% (95% CI 94.1% to 95.0%), respectively. The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve was 0.93 (95% CI 0.92 to 0.95). Conclusion FIT sensitivity is maximised to 97.0% at the lowest cut-off (2 µg/g); a negative FIT result at this cut-off can effectively rule out CRC and a positive FIT result is better than symptoms to select patients for urgent investigations. Trial registration number [ISRCTN49676259][1]. No data are available. [1]: http://ISRCTN49676259
21 October 2020
gut.bmj.com
What are Mr Nigel D'Souza's reviews like?
Mr Nigel D'Souza's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 45 reviews.
What languages does Mr Nigel D'Souza speak?
Mr Nigel D'Souza speaks English, French and Spanish
Where is Mr Nigel D'Souza located?
Mr Nigel D'Souza primarily practices at Southampton General Hospital, located at Tremona Road, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6YD
See more locations
What are Mr Nigel D'Souza working hours?
Mr Nigel D'Souza is working Tuesday (18:30 - 20:30), Wednesday (08:00 - 12:00), Saturday (14:00 - 15:30)
Find where Mr Nigel D'Souza operates today
Does Mr Nigel D'Souza accept new patients?
Mr Nigel D'Souza generally accepts new patients.
Get in touch with this specialist to enquire as a new patient
Socials
@mrnigeldsouza