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About me
Overview
I am a Consultant General and Upper GI Surgeon based in Bristol, specialising in advanced laparoscopic (keyhole) and endoscopic surgery. My practice focuses on delivering excellent surgical outcomes with a commitment to rapid recovery and patient safety.
In addition to my private practice, I hold a consultant post at the Bristol Royal Infirmary, the regional centre for oesophago-gastric cancer. There, I serve as the Clinical Governance Lead for GI and Endoscopy, ensuring the highest standards of care and safety are maintained across our surgical services.
Areas of Expertise
• Hernia Surgery: Specialist in laparoscopic (keyhole) and open repairs for groin and abdominal hernias (over 500 cases performed).
• Gallbladder Disease: Expert in laparoscopic cholecystectomy (over 400 cases performed).
• Endoscopy: Highly experienced in diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI endoscopy (over 1,500 procedures).
Clinical Philosophy & Quality
I believe in providing patients with clear, high-quality information to empower their decision-making. My approach combines the minimally invasive techniques—such as the TAPP approach for groin hernias—with a focus on safety and service quality.
I currently co-lead the local cholecystectomy quality improvement program as part of a national Royal College of Surgeons initiative, reflecting my dedication to provision of surgical care.
Training and Research
I graduated from the University of Cambridge and completed my clinical training across the Southampton, London, and Bristol regions. My sub-specialist fellowship training in oesophago-gastric cancer was completed at St Thomas' Hospital, London, one of the UK's highest-volume surgical units.
In 2016, I was awarded a PhD from Imperial College London. My research focused on "High Performance in Surgery" at the Centre for Patient Safety and Service Quality.
Areas of interest
Hernia; Inguinal hernia; Femoral hernia; Incisonal hernia; Umbilical hernia; Paraumbilical hernia; Laparoscopic hernia repair; Open hernia repair; Gallstones; Cholecystectomy; Laparoscopic cholecystectomy; Gastro-oesopahgeal reflux; Acid reflux; Anti-reflux surgery
Medical secretaries
- Michelle Anderson
- Spire Bristol Hospital Redland Hill Redland Bristol BS6 6UT
- 0117 462 0107
- pa@byrneuppergi.co.uk
Anaesthetists worked with
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Mr Ben Byrne has worked with Dr Stuart Younie at the following hospitals:
- Spire Bristol Hospital (1-5)
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Mr Ben Byrne has worked with Dr Kajan Kamalanathan at the following hospitals:
- Spire Bristol Hospital (1-5)
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Mr Ben Byrne has worked with Dr Alexander Jones at the following hospitals:
- Spire Bristol Hospital (1-5)
Information for healthcare professionals (Bupa patients only, last 12 months)
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T2400
Repair of umbilical/paraumbilical hernia (irrespective of age) - (1-5)
Spire Bristol Hospital (1-5)
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T2021
Laparoscopic repair of inguinal hernia requiring mesh - unilateral - (1-5)
Spire Bristol Hospital (1-5)
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T2000
Primary repair of inguinal hernia - (1-5)
Spire Bristol Hospital (1-5)
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T2022
Laparoscopic repair of recurrent inguinal hernia requiring mesh - unilateral - (1-5)
Spire Bristol Hospital (1-5)
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G6500
Diagnostic oesophago-gastro-duodenoscopy (OGD) includes forceps biopsy, biopsy urease test and dye spray - (1-5)
Spire Bristol Hospital (1-5)
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X3510
IV sedation administered by operator - (1-5)
Spire Bristol Hospital (1-5)