Professor Mark O'Donnell
DipSEM(GB&I) MB BCH BAO(Dist) MFSEM(UK) MFSEM(RCSI&RCPI) MFSTEd MMedSc(Dist) MD ECFMG RPVI(ARDMS) MCPhleb FRCSEd(Gen&VascSurg) FEBVS(Hon)
Vascular Surgeon
26 years of experience
Belfast, BT9 7GX
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by Mr Paul Magill, Professor Ian Walsh and 12 other professionals
26 years of experience
Belfast, BT9 7GX
(+4 more)
63 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Paul Magill, Professor Ian Walsh and 12 other professionals
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About Professor Mark O'Donnell
Professor Mark O’Donnell is a highly accomplished Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon with extensive experience across both NHS and private healthcare sectors. His practice encompasses the full spectrum of arterial, venous, and lymphatic disease, including minimally invasive endovenous treatments such as radiofrequency ablation, foam sclerotherapy, and microsclerotherapy, as well as complex and recurrent varicose vein surgery. He provides consultations and treatment across multiple private hospitals in Northern Ireland, including Kingsbridge Private Hospital, Kingsbridge North West, Ulster Independent Clinic, and The Newry Clinic.
A graduate of Queen’s University Belfast with distinction, Professor O’Donnell completed his surgical training through the Northern Ireland Surgical Training Rotation, followed by a Vascular Surgery Fellowship at the Mayo Clinic, USA, where he was appointed Assistant Professor of Surgery. He achieved the UEMS Vascular Gold Medal for first place in the European Board of Vascular Surgery Examination and holds a Medical Doctorate and Master of Medical Science in Education.
Professor O’Donnell has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers, presented internationally, and remains actively involved in academic research, simulation training, and education. A Visiting Professor at Ulster University, he lectures widely and contributes to healthcare quality improvement and patient safety initiatives, including the Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) programme.
His private practice reflects his enduring commitment to high-quality, patient-focused care, recognised by awards including Doctify’s 2023 Healthcare Professional of the Year (Patient Voice Award) and 2024 Endovascular Surgeon of the Year (Belfast).
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4624141
Education
Queens University
Medicine
Graduated 1999
Qualifications
Bachelor of Medicine, Surgery and Obstetrics (MB BCh BAO) with distinction in Microbiology and Pharmacology The Queen's University of Belfast, Northern Ireland 1999.
Member of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCSEd) Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh 2002.
Diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine of Great Britain and Ireland (DipSEM) Intercollegiate College of Sports and Exercise Medicine of Great Britain and Ireland 2004.
Doctorate of Medicine (MD) The Queen's University of Belfast, Northern Ireland 2008.
Master of Medical Science in Education for the Health Care Professions with Distinction (MMedSc) The Queen's University of Belfast, Northern Ireland 2009.
Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) Certification United States Medical Licensing Board Examinations (USMLE) - Step 1 August 2010, Step 2 CK July 2010, Step 2 CS January 2011 and Step 3 February 2015.
General and Vascular Surgery Exit Examination (FRCS) Intercollegiate Specialty Board of Surgery, United Kingdom 2012.
Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh (FRCSEd Gen&VascSurg) 2012.
Physicians Vascular Interpretation Examination (RVPI) The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) 2013.
Member of the Faculty of Surgical Trainers (MFSTEd), The Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh (RCSEd) 2015.
Fellow of the European Board of Vascular Surgery (FEBVS Honours) European Board of Vascular Surgery 2015.
Member of the College of Phlebology (MCPhleb) 2024.
Publications
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20 / 02 / 2023
A scoping review of assessment methods of competence of general surgical trainees - PubMed
Published in Surgeon. 2023 Feb; 21(1): 60-69.
20 / 10 / 2019
Thromboprophylaxis for varicose vein procedures - A national survey - PubMed
Published in Phlebology. 2019 Oct; 34(9): 598-603.
20 / 05 / 2015
Portomesenteric venous thrombosis following major colon and rectal surgery: incidence and risk factors - PubMed
Published in Surg Endosc. 2015 May; 29(5):1071-9.
01 / 02 / 2015
Surgical and medical management of extracranial carotid artery aneurysms - PubMed
Published in J Vasc Surg 2015 Feb; 61(2): 389-93.
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £200
- Follow-up appointment: £120
Insurers
- Benenden Health
- Bupa Fee Assured
- The Exeter
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- Bupa
- WPA
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
Location
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(13342)
801-815 Lisburn Road, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT9 7GX
(8124)
Church Hill house, Main Street, Ballykelly, United Kingdom, BT49 9HS
(4225)
Building One Dataworks King's Hall Life Sciences Park, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT9 6GW
Reviews
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Professor Mark O'Donnell is professional and friendly, making patients feel relaxed from the outset. He provides clear explanations of conditions and procedures, giving individuals full understanding of their care. Patients report positive treatment results and express satisfaction with the outcomes. Most mentioned themes involve his expertise with varicose veins and foam sclerotherapy for painful legs.
The receptionist was very helpful & Professor O'Donnell was very informative & explained everything exceptionally well.
Clinical care needs to have the full team involved and I very much appreciate your comments where clinical care starts immediately with your experience at the front of my vascular surgery clinic - let me know anytime if I can assist further - best wishes Mark
Prof was very friendly and knowledgeable. I felt listened to and understood.
I am very fortunate to be able to provide long duration consultations to permit a comprehensive assessment where the most important aspect is ensuring that I am able to listen and convey an expert assessment outcome to you as the patient - I will also forward a copy of your clinic letter summarised matters discussed - let me know anytime if I can assist further - best wishes Mark
Professor O'Donnell gave very clear explanations and a full understanding of my elderly friends condition. He put her totally at ease, she left her appointment in a better place than she entered. First class service.
It was lovely to meet you both and delighted to provide lots of reassurance - please let me know anytime if I can ever assist further - best wishes Mark
Very professional and informative
Thanks for your lovely comments - kind regards Mark
Happy with consultation. Prof Mark O’Donnell was reassuring and thorough. Would recommend
Thanks for taking time to post a review of your experience and I will be in touch when scans completed too - best wishes Mark
Mark is so professional and makes you feel at ease. I am so happy I had Mark as my doctor as he was highly recommended by my friend and I am so glad I took her advice.. I felt totally reassured and in safe hands as he knows exactly what he needs to do and tells you step by step what hes going to do so you know what's going on. I will be booking in with Professer Mark O'Donnell again once my legs heal.
Delighted you had a great experience - thanks for taking time to complete a review and let me know anytime if I can assist further - best wishes Mark
Prof O’Donnell was very professional in explaining what was going to happen,very professional in carrying out the procedure and quite brilliant at putting everyone at ease
With a great team, I am permitted to fully concentrate of your procedural care and hope you are healing well - I look forward to seeing the results in due course - Mark
Prof O'Donnell was an extremely caring and compassionate doctor with me, he gave me time and listened to what was happening with me and when it was identified that vascular health wasnt the problem he didnt simply close the door and send me on my way. He went above and beyond to ensure I would go down the path that I needed to go down to get the help I needed. Professor O'Donnell was extremely thorough in his care. Thank you so much
Thanks so much for your kind words - all matters discussed will also be summarised in your clinic letter - let me know anytime if I can assist further - Mark
Top class professional who explained everything very clearly to me before the procedure. Constant reassurance and encouragement. The theatre nurse staff were 1st class and extremely diligent in their duties.
I am so pleased you had a great experience - I will convey your comments to our brilliant nursing team too - Thanks so much for taking time to review your experience and I look forward to seeing the results at your review in due course - Take care - Mark
Excellent
Delighted you had a great experience - best wishes Mark
Skill Endorsements
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15 Apr 2026
Mr Paul Magill
Orthopaedic SurgeonExperienced and dedicated colleague
30 Jan 2026PW
Professor Ian Walsh
UrologistWell recognized in his specialty
30 Jan 2026
Mr Ahmed Marzouk
General SurgeonExcellent doctor
01 Dec 2025
Mr Ronan McKeown
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Professor Mark O'Donnell - Introduction Video - 2025
Many thanks for watching my introduction video - I hope to convey a very informal relaxed approach to high quality vascular surgery care at all of my Northern Ireland clinics. Best wishes Mark
08 November 2025
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Professor Mark O'Donnell's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 1,304 reviews.
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Professor Mark O'Donnell speaks English
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Professor Mark O'Donnell primarily practices at Kingsbridge Private Hospital Belfast, located at 801-815 Lisburn Road, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT9 7GX
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Professor Mark O'Donnell is working Tuesday (13:30 - 16:30), Wednesday (14:00 - 17:00), Thursday (08:30 - 12:30)
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