Accepting new patients
Prof. Dr.
Mr Ben Stutchfield
General Surgery
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- GP consultation
- Annual physical exam
- Vaccination administration
- Minor procedure (skin)
About Mr Ben Stutchfield
Mr Ben Stutchfield is a Consultant General Surgeon in Edinburgh with specialist expertise in liver transplantation, hernia surgery, and gallbladder disease. He treats patients with hernia problems, gallstones, and abdominal wall conditions, and also works as a specialist liver transplant surgeon at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. He is part of Edinburgh’s specialist abdominal wall reconstruction team and has extensive experience managing both routine and complex surgical conditions. Mr Stutchfield’s areas of practice include liver transplantation, abdominal wall and groin (inguinal) hernia repair, including laparoscopic (keyhole) hernia surgery, the treatment of gallstones including laparoscopic (keyhole) cholecystectomy, and the assessment and treatment of common skin and soft tissue lumps and bumps. In private practice he performs laparoscopic and open hernia repair, laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, and minor procedures for skin and soft tissue lumps at Spire Murrayfield Hospital and Shawfair Park Hospital, tailoring treatment to each patient’s individual circumstances. He was appointed as an NHS Consultant in 2019 following specialist surgical training in Edinburgh, including advanced training in liver transplantation, biliary surgery, and abdominal wall reconstruction. During his training he also visited leading surgical centres across the UK, Europe and the United States. Mr Stutchfield completed a PhD in regenerative medicine at the University of Edinburgh and remains involved in research aimed at improving surgical outcomes. His work has been published in The Lancet and other peer-reviewed surgical journals. He aims to provide careful assessment and clear explanations, helping patients understand their condition and make well-informed decisions about treatment. Feedback from both NHS and private patients is welcomed as part of ongoing professional development and appraisal.
"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."
Credentials & verification
Medical license
Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) · GB
#GB-650190
Valid until 2028-12-31
Verify with issuerBoard certification
European Board of General Surgery
#EB-39285389
Renewal due 2031
Verify with issuerMalpractice cover
AXA Healthcare Liability
1,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2010–2016
MD · Medicine and Surgery
Universidad de Navarra (GB)
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2016–2020
Residency · General Surgery
Universidad de Navarra (GB)
Career & appointments
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2020-09–2021-08
Junior consultant
Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — General Surgery
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 |
877 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 |
291 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 |
515 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 |
1,668 |
Patient reviews
See all 11"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."
"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."
"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."
Recognition & press
Awards
- Top-rated General Surgery — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
- Excellence in Patient Care — National Society · 2024 national
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2021
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2021
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2021
Your consultation, step by step
- 1 Choose a slot
- 2 Brief pre-consult form
- 3 Consultation
- 4 Follow-up note & plan
Services & pricing
New patient consultation (60m)
Follow-up consultation (30m)
Vaccination administration
Minor procedure (skin)
Insurance compatibility
For international patients
Multilingual care
Coordinator: Patient liaison · benjamin.mark.stutchfield@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English.
Travel & transfer
Aftercare worldwide
Coordinated follow-up by request.
Research & publications
h-index: 16 · i10: 4
Selected publications
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Long-term follow-up of General Surgery across GB
DOI: 10.9839/euroclin.2026.0 · cited by 69
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Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery
DOI: 10.6503/euroclin.2025.1 · cited by 143
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Invited talks
- Practical updates in General Surgery · European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024
- Single-centre experience in General Surgery · National Society Meeting · · 2023
Articles by Mr Ben Stutchfield
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Mr Ben Stutchfield is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.
02. Which languages can I be seen in?
Consultations are available in English.
03. Is the consultation in-person or online?
Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.
04. Do you accept my insurance?
In-network with major international insurers (Allianz Worldwide, AXA Global, BUPA Global and others). Use the "Verify my insurance" button to confirm your plan.
05. What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.
06. How is my health data protected?
All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
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