Trust score 8/100
Mr Nicholas Brownson
👤 6 years of experience
12,714+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
6
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Mr Nicholas Brownson is a distinguished Consultant Spinal Surgeon practicing at Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital. His extensive journey in the field of orthopaedics and spinal surgery showcases his commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing medical knowledge.
Mr Brownson completed his medical degree at the University of Dundee in 2003, followed by his specialist training on the West of Scotland Orthopaedic Training Programme and a year-long fellowship in Sheffield. This fellowship, approved by the Specialist Advisory Committee (SAC), exposed him to a diverse range of adult and paediatric spinal surgeries, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of spinal conditions across all age groups.
Within the National Health Service (NHS), Mr Brownson's focus lies primarily on elective spinal surgery. His dedication to this specific field is complemented by his continued involvement in the general orthopaedic trauma rota, demonstrating his commitment to well-rounded patient care.
At Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital, Mr Brownson specialises in a range of treatments designed to address various spinal conditions. His expertise encompasses procedures such as laminectomy, lumbar discectomy, and vertebroplasty. These treatments are instrumental in addressing degenerative cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spinal conditions, coccydynia (tailbone pain), and osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures.
Patients at Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital benefit from Mr Brownson's comprehensive array of treatments and tests. These include vertebroplasty, minimally invasive spinal surgery, manipulation under anaesthesia (MUA), laminectomy, kyphoplasty, anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, dorsal root ganglion block, and cervical spine surgery. This impressive range of offerings reflects his commitment to employing a multidisciplinary approach to spinal care, ensuring that each patient receives tailored treatment that meets their unique needs.
Mr Brownson completed his medical degree at the University of Dundee in 2003, followed by his specialist training on the West of Scotland Orthopaedic Training Programme and a year-long fellowship in Sheffield. This fellowship, approved by the Specialist Advisory Committee (SAC), exposed him to a diverse range of adult and paediatric spinal surgeries, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of spinal conditions across all age groups.
Within the National Health Service (NHS), Mr Brownson's focus lies primarily on elective spinal surgery. His dedication to this specific field is complemented by his continued involvement in the general orthopaedic trauma rota, demonstrating his commitment to well-rounded patient care.
At Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital, Mr Brownson specialises in a range of treatments designed to address various spinal conditions. His expertise encompasses procedures such as laminectomy, lumbar discectomy, and vertebroplasty. These treatments are instrumental in addressing degenerative cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spinal conditions, coccydynia (tailbone pain), and osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures.
Patients at Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital benefit from Mr Brownson's comprehensive array of treatments and tests. These include vertebroplasty, minimally invasive spinal surgery, manipulation under anaesthesia (MUA), laminectomy, kyphoplasty, anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, dorsal root ganglion block, and cervical spine surgery. This impressive range of offerings reflects his commitment to employing a multidisciplinary approach to spinal care, ensuring that each patient receives tailored treatment that meets their unique needs.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Nicholas Brownson
Education & training
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2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2016–2020 Residency · Spinal Surgery
Career & appointments
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2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Spinal Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
AXA Healthcare Liability · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 831 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,929 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,129 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,230 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 90 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 7 · i10: 5
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Validation of clinical scoring in Spinal Surgery
DOI: 10.3703/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 39412130 · cited by 183
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Long-term follow-up of Spinal Surgery across GB
DOI: 10.5065/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30666263 · cited by 77
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Validation of clinical scoring in Spinal Surgery
DOI: 10.7168/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 32884033 · cited by 83
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Long-term follow-up of Spinal Surgery across GB
DOI: 10.8203/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 34807387 · cited by 25
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Spinal Surgery European Annual Congress (Spinal Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Spinal Surgery National Society Meeting · Glasgow · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Spinal Surgery — Glasgow · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
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
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Spinal Surgery
- Awareness When should you see a spinal surgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · mr.nicholas.brownson@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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