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Mr
Mr Simon Wood
General Surgery
English
7,922+
Patients seen
11
Years in practice
8
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Mr. Wood qualified in 2002 from the University of Wales College of Medicine in Cardiff, obtaining both a medical degree and an additional intercalated BSc. He completed his specialist training in General and Upper Gastrointestinal surgery within South Wales (Newport, Cardiff, Swansea), followed by a Senior Fellowship in Upper GI surgery in Adelaide, Australia. This fellowship provided him with advanced expertise in oesophageal, gastric, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and bariatric surgery. He also earned a Master's degree in Minimally Invasive Surgery (MMIS) from the University of Adelaide, enhancing his skills in laparoscopic and robotic surgery.
Currently, Mr. Wood serves as a Consultant General and Upper GI Surgeon at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and privately at St Josephs Hospital, Newport where he performs surgeries, outpatient clinics and endoscopy . His specialist interests include laparoscopic surgery for gallstones (cholecystectomy), gastro-oesophageal reflux / GORD / hiatus hernia (Fundoplication & LINX surgery), oesophageal achalasia and hernia surgery (laparoscopic and open techniques).
Mr Wood possesses significant expertise in the diagnosis and management of oesophageal, stomach, gallbladder and liver/pancreas conditions. He is an accredited Upper GI endoscopist and endoscopy trainer, conducting over 400 gastroscopies annually. Committed to medical and surgical education, he has completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education (PGCE), is a supervisor for trainee surgeons, course director and tutor for Royal College surgical skills courses and is an examiner for Cardiff University medical students.
Within Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Mr. Wood is Clinical Director for General Surgery, overseeing one of the top performing and largest departments in Wales. He is also actively involved in pan Wales initiatives, collaborating with the Welsh Government and surgeons across Wales to enhance patient pathways and reduce waiting times. Mr. Wood has presented at numerous national and international conferences, covering topics such as optimizing post-operative recovery in upper GI surgery and curriculum requirements for surgical trainees.
Currently, Mr. Wood serves as a Consultant General and Upper GI Surgeon at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and privately at St Josephs Hospital, Newport where he performs surgeries, outpatient clinics and endoscopy . His specialist interests include laparoscopic surgery for gallstones (cholecystectomy), gastro-oesophageal reflux / GORD / hiatus hernia (Fundoplication & LINX surgery), oesophageal achalasia and hernia surgery (laparoscopic and open techniques).
Mr Wood possesses significant expertise in the diagnosis and management of oesophageal, stomach, gallbladder and liver/pancreas conditions. He is an accredited Upper GI endoscopist and endoscopy trainer, conducting over 400 gastroscopies annually. Committed to medical and surgical education, he has completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education (PGCE), is a supervisor for trainee surgeons, course director and tutor for Royal College surgical skills courses and is an examiner for Cardiff University medical students.
Within Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Mr. Wood is Clinical Director for General Surgery, overseeing one of the top performing and largest departments in Wales. He is also actively involved in pan Wales initiatives, collaborating with the Welsh Government and surgeons across Wales to enhance patient pathways and reduce waiting times. Mr. Wood has presented at numerous national and international conferences, covering topics such as optimizing post-operative recovery in upper GI surgery and curriculum requirements for surgical trainees.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Simon Wood
Education & training
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2005–2011 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2011–2015 Residency · General Surgery
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2015–2016 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2015-09–2016-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
— Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of General Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 4,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 239 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,945 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 945 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 766 |
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 | 120 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 17 · i10: 9
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Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4526/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35757942 · cited by 63
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European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.5099/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 34487767 · cited by 117
Invited talks
- Practical updates in General Surgery European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in General Surgery National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
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 2016
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2016
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2016
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 5.00
- Knowledge
- 5.00
- Wait Time
- 4.73
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.00
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.88
- Value For Money
- 4.90
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
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 · simon.wood@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
