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Mr Antonios Athanasiou

Verified General Surgery Haywards Heath

Mr Antonios Athanasiou

15 years of experience 5.0 (11 verified reviews)

13,083+
Patients seen
15
Years in practice
9
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Antonios Athanasiou at a glance

Mr Antonios Athanasiou is a General Surgery practitioner based in Haywards Heath, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. They have 20+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2007). Serves patients in Haywards Heath, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

I am a Consultant General and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon at University Hospitals of Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, with substantial experience in advanced minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery.

My specialist interests include laparoscopic and robotic surgery for gallbladder disease (including gallstones and gallbladder removal), hernia surgery (inguinal, umbilical, incisional, and femoral hernias), gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hiatus hernias, the LINX procedure, and a broad spectrum of upper gastrointestinal conditions. My clinical practice is centred on evidence-based, patient-focused care, using modern minimally invasive techniques to enhance recovery and achieve durable long-term results.

I have a particular interest and expertise in the assessment and management of gallstones in patients undergoing medical or rapid weight loss, including individuals using weight-loss injections such as GLP-1 receptor agonists (for example, Mounjaro, Ozempic, and Wegovy). I regularly assess patients who develop abdominal pain, gallstones, or gallbladder-related symptoms during or following significant weight loss, and I provide specialist guidance on appropriate investigations, surveillance, and treatment pathways. Where indicated, I offer minimally invasive laparoscopic or robotic gallbladder surgery.

I currently hold the role of Clinical Lead for Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. In 2022, I founded the Upper GI robotic surgery programme at University Hospitals of Sussex and have since performed over 500 robotic procedures in the UK using the da Vinci robotic platform.

My surgical training encompassed the full range of general and upper gastrointestinal surgery, including completion of a specialist fellowship at St James’s University Hospital in Leeds. I have extensive experience in upper GI, bariatric, and metabolic surgery, with in-depth knowledge of obesity-related disease and its effects on digestive and gallbladder health.

I hold a PhD in liver regeneration and maintain a strong academic interest in minimally invasive surgery, robotic techniques, and metabolic disease. I have authored more than 150 peer-reviewed publications in leading journals covering general surgery, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and laparoscopic and robotic approaches.

In parallel with my clinical practice, I am strongly committed to medical education and training. I serve as an educational supervisor for trainees at multiple stages of training, including senior Upper GI registrars, and have been a Senior Lecturer at Brighton & Sussex Medical School since 2020.

I am recognised for providing clear, transparent, and balanced advice, ensuring that patients have a full understanding of their diagnosis and treatment options. My approach emphasises safety, informed decision-making, and high-quality outcomes delivered through advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Mr Antonios Athanasiou

Education & training

  1. 2001–2007 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Haywards Heath (GB)
  2. 2007–2011 Residency · General Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Haywards Heath (GB)
  3. 2011–2012 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2011-09–2012-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — General Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-171869 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of General Surgery
#EB-E0EE4B5D · issued 2012 · renewal 2022
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,593
Annual physical exam 99395 3,007
Vaccination administration 90471 223
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,304

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 30 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Antonios Athanasiou
HEADSHOT
Antonios Athanasiou in consultation
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Antonios Athanasiou with the team
WITH TEAM
Antonios Athanasiou at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 84s
Meet Antonios Athanasiou

Research & publications

h-index: 8 · i10: 11

  1. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Antonios Athanasiou, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5194/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35879357 · cited by 57
  2. Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Antonios Athanasiou, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.8099/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 33921641 · cited by 171

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in General Surgery European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in General Surgery National Society Meeting · Haywards Heath · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated General Surgery — Haywards Heath · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2012
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2012
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2012

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a general surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · antonios.athanasiou@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

11 verified reviews
5.00
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11 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.8
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
99.0
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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

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General Surgery

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