Accepting new patients
Doç. Dr.
Mr Rhys Thomas
General Surgery
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- GP consultation
- Annual physical exam
- Vaccination administration
- Minor procedure (skin)
About Mr Rhys Thomas
Mr Rhys Thomas FRCS Consultant General & Upper GI Surgeon Specialist in Hernia, Gallbladder & Acid Reflux Surgery Croydon University Hospital | HCA London Bridge | Shirley Oaks | Blackheath 🩺 About Me I am a Consultant Surgeon with specialist expertise in general surgery, upper gastrointestinal (GI) conditions, keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery, and complex hernias. I treat both NHS and private patients across South London and Central London. I lead the Upper GI surgery service at Croydon University Hospital, where I’ve developed dedicated pathways for managing gallstones, reflux, and complex abdominal wall hernias. The multidiscplinary team process I established for Abdominal Wall Reconstruction manages patients from throughout London, the South East and across the country, who have complicated abdominal hernisa of all types. Many of my procedures are performed using minimally invasive (keyhole) techniques. However, I always take a patient-centred approach, tailoring treatment to each individual. 🔍 Conditions I Treat • Hernias (inguinal, femoral, incisional, complex abdominal wall) • Gallstones and gallbladder disease • Acid reflux and heartburn • Swallowing difficulties (e.g. achalasia) • Appendicitis, abdominal pain, pancreatitis • Lipomas, cysts, and skin lumps 🔧 Treatments I Offer • Laparoscopic & open hernia repair • Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) • Anti-reflux surgery (e.g. fundoplication) • Gastroscopy & endoscopy • Abdominal wall reconstruction • Emergency surgery • Lipoma & skin lesion removal 📍 Clinic Locations • HCA London Bridge/The Shard • Shirley Oaks Hospital • Blackheath Hospital • OneWelbeck London Online video consultations (by request) 📅 Book an Appointment To book a face-to-face or video consultation, please contact: Gemma Newton 📞 07732 516 882 📧 rhysthomaspa@gmail.com ⛳ A Little More About Me Outside of surgery, I’m a keen cyclist and single-figure handicap golfer. I bring the same focus and precision from sport into every aspect of my clinical practice.
"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) ·
#-976161
Valid until 2028-12-31
Verify with issuerBoard certification
European Board of General Surgery
#EB-FC5D383F
Renewal due 2027
Verify with issuerMalpractice cover
Allianz Professional
5,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2006–2012
MD · Medicine and Surgery
Universidad Complutense de Madrid
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2012–2016
Residency · General Surgery
Universitat de Barcelona
Career & appointments
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2016-09–2017-08
Junior consultant
Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — General Surgery
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 |
2,815 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 |
2,129 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 |
2,137 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 |
2,390 |
Patient reviews
See all 200"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
- Young Investigator Award — European Society · 2023 international
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2017
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2017
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2017
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 · mr.rhys.thomas@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English.
Travel & transfer
Aftercare worldwide
Coordinated follow-up by request.
Research & publications
h-index: 13 · i10: 11
Selected publications
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Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery
DOI: 10.4340/euroclin.2026.0 · cited by 47
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Long-term follow-up of General Surgery across
DOI: 10.6114/euroclin.2025.1 · cited by 85
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Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery
DOI: 10.2049/euroclin.2024.2 · cited by 155
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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 Rhys Thomas
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Mr Rhys Thomas 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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