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Mr Santosh Bhandari

MD, FRCS

General Surgeon

24 years of experience

Peterborough, PE3 9AQ

15 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Miss Seok Ling Ong, Mr Amir Sriemevan and 2 other professionals

4.94

/5

(64 reviews)

24 years of experience

Peterborough, PE3 9AQ

15 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Miss Seok Ling Ong, Mr Amir Sriemevan and 2 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Colonoscopy
13
Inguinal Hernia
12
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
12

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About Mr Santosh Bhandari

Mr Santosh Bhandari is a Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon practising at Fitzwilliam Hospital in Peterborough, where he also holds a consultant post at Peterborough City Hospital. He specialises in laparoscopic general and colorectal surgery, with expertise in treating colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, anorectal conditions, hernia repair, gallbladder surgery, and minor colorectal procedures.

He completed his basic surgical training in Kent, followed by higher surgical training in the East Midlands, rotating through University Hospitals of Leicester and affiliated hospitals. He also undertook research into desmoid tumours in familial adenomatous polyposis at St Mark’s Hospital between 2010 and 2012, earning an MD from Imperial College London for this work. He became a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in 2018 and was appointed as a substantive consultant at Peterborough City Hospital in 2019.

Mr Bhandari is actively involved in teaching and mentoring surgical trainees at different stages of their careers, and he regularly instructs on national training courses. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals, and he maintains professional membership of the Royal College of Surgeons and the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain & Ireland.


Subspecialties

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

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(83)
Skill Endorsements
(6)

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Colonoscopy
13
Inguinal Hernia
12
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
12
Anal Fissure
5
Blood in Stool / Rectal Bleeding (Haematochezia)
4
Umbilical (Belly-Button) Hernia
3
Diverticulitis
3
Umbilical Hernia Repair
3
Haemorrhoidectomy
3
Sigmoidoscopy
2
Anal Fistula
2
Abdominal (Ventral) Hernia
2
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
1
1
Laparoscopy
1
Haemochromatosis
1
Bowel Obstruction
1
Bowel Cancer
1
Crohn's Disease
1
Adhesions
1
Gallstone Surgery
1
Anal Prolapse
1
Gallbladder Disease
1
Hiatus Hernia Repair
1
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
1
Abdominal Wall Defects
1
Inguinal Hernia Repair
1
Incisional Hernia Repair
1
Anorectal Conditions
1
Lumps and Bumps Removal
1
Banding of Haemorrhoids
1
Fistulectomy and Seton Insertion
1
Colon Cancer
2
Hernia
1
Abscess Incision and Drainage
1
Adhesion Removal (Adhesiolysis)
1
Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Verruca, Moles and Skin Tags)
Removal of Rectum and Colon (Proctocolectomy)
Sebaceous Cyst Removal
Transanal Haemorrhoid Dearterialisation (THD)
Excision of Benign Lesions
Stoma Surgery
Rectal Cancer
Stoma Reversal
Pilonidal Sinus Disorders
Spigelian Hernia
Malignant Bowel Obstruction
Pilonidal Sinus Excision
Abdominoperineal Resection
Lipoma Removal
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
Laparoscopic Bilateral Hernia Surgery
Altered Bowel Habits
Ileostomy Surgery
Haemorrhoidal Artery Ligation Operation (HALO)
Appendicitis
Lymph Node Removal (Lymphadenectomy)
Constipation
Diagnostic Laparoscopy
Diarrhoea
Faecal Incontinence
Appendicectomy
Perianal Disease
Bowel Diversion Surgery
Perianal Abscess
Bowel Resection
Femoral Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Botox Injections for Anal Fissure
Bowel Surgery (Colectomy)
Colorectal Surgery
Rectal Biopsy
Open Hernia Repair
Haemorrhoids
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Skin Tags
Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Sigmoid Colectomy for Diverticular Disease
Functional Gut
Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy
Desmoid Tumours
Reversal of Hartmann's Procedure
Lipoma

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6045150

Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (ACPGBI)

No. 02058

Royal College of Surgeons

No. 1016713


Education

B.P.Koirala Institute of Health Sciences

Medicine

Graduated 2002


Qualifications

MD, Imperial College London (2012)

Higher Surgical Training in Laparoscopic General and Colorectal Surgery, East Midlands


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Nepali

Insurers

  • Bupa
  • Healix Health Services
  • AXA Health
  • Vitality
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Aviva Health

Fees

  • New appointment

    £250
  • Follow-up appointment

    £150
*May vary on location

Locations

Fitzwilliam Hospital

Milton Way South Bretton, Peterborough, United Kingdom, PE3 9AQ

4.90(893 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
14:00 - 18:00
Friday
Saturday
09:00 - 12:00
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
14:00 - 18:00
Friday
Saturday
09:00 - 12:00
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Colonoscopy
13
Inguinal Hernia
12
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
12

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Santosh Bhandari is professional and clear in his patient interactions. Patients feel well looked after and at ease, finding his detailed explanations of procedures and risks helpful. This leads to excellent outcomes and a good experience. Procedures carried out by Mr Bhandari include Inguinal Hernia, Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal, and Colonoscopy.

5
verified patient
26 Oct 2026

Staff lovely, clear a concise with what was to happen, results and advice throughout.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
24 Oct 2026

I recently had my gallbladder removed due to constant pain, and I also had an umbilical hernia repaired at the same time. Mr. Bhandari was very reassuring and explained the whole process clearly. I was very satisfied with my surgery and the care I received.

5
verified patient
19 Oct 2026

Mr Bhandari was extremely knowledgeable and took time to explain everything clearly, including the initial consultation, the procedure itself and post-operative review. His professionalism and thorough approach gave me great confidence throughout the process.

4.67
verified patient
19 Oct 2026

Very straightforward and efficient. Some people will prefer someone that spends more time explaining but sure he would have done if I had asked more questions. Good job of the (Laparoscopic Hernia repair) surgery and recovery better than I had expected.

5
verified patient
19 Oct 2026

Very pleasant consultation, clear and concise and opportunity to ask questions. Thank you.

5
verified patient
19 Oct 2026

Mr Bhandari explained things really well and put me at ease.

5
verified patient
19 Oct 2026

My recent visit to the Fitzwilliam under Mr mandarin was my 8 week post surgery follow up

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
02 Oct 2026

Post op check up

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
01 Oct 2026

It was above expectations, clear communication, thorough explanation of investigation and findings. Followed by sound advice and guidance

5
verified patient
01 Oct 2026

I am very happy with the surgery performed by the doctor. Everything has healed very well, I feel very good, and I had no complications or problems after the operation. I was also very happy with my stay at the hospital. The care was excellent, and all the staff were very kind, friendly and helpful. I highly recommend the doctor and the whole team. I am very happy with the care I received.

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Skill Endorsements

Excellent colorectal surgeon with good results.

14 Oct 2026
Endorsed for
Colon Cancer
Colorectal Surgery

Miss Seok Ling Ong

Miss Seok Ling Ong

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

10 Apr 2026
Endorsed for
Colon Cancer
Colorectal Surgery

Mr Amir Sriemevan

Mr Amir Sriemevan

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Is a colleague

24 Feb 2026
Endorsed for
Hernia
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)

Mr Richard Hartley

Mr Richard Hartley

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

11 Jun 2025
Endorsed for
Adhesion Removal (Adhesiolysis)
Abscess Incision and Drainage

Mr Yazan Masannat

Mr Yazan Masannat

Breast Surgeon
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Mr Santosh Bhandari's overall patient rating is 4.94 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 64 reviews.

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Mr Santosh Bhandari speaks English, Hindi and Nepali

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Mr Santosh Bhandari primarily practices at Fitzwilliam Hospital, located at Milton Way South Bretton, Peterborough, United Kingdom, PE3 9AQ
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