Mr Sofoklis Panteleimonitis

Mr Sofoklis Panteleimonitis, MBChB, BSc, MRes, MD (Research), FRCS, is a Consultant Colorectal Surgeon specialising in robotic and minimally invasive surgery for colon and rectal conditions. He works in the NHS at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (Good Hope Hospital & Solihull Hospital) and sees private patients at Spire Little Aston Hospital in Birmingham. Training and Background He graduated in medicine from the University of Leicester with an MBChB and intercalated BSc, before completing higher surgical training in the Wessex Deanery, a leading UK programme for minimally invasive colorectal surgery, and gaining the FRCS (General Surgery). He went on to complete two advanced robotic colorectal fellowships at St Mark’s Hospital in London and the Champalimaud Foundation in Lisbon. Clinical Interests and Conditions Treated Mr Panteleimonitis specialises in robotic and keyhole surgery for colorectal cancer and other bowel conditions, as well as hernia surgery. Conditions and areas commonly treated include: • Colon and rectal cancer  • Diverticular disease  • Haemorrhoids and other benign colorectal conditions  • Pilonidal sinus disease (including minimally invasive endoscopic treatment)  • Inguinal, umbilical and other abdominal wall hernias  He places strong emphasis on modern, minimally invasive and robotic techniques to support faster recovery and improved long-term outcomes. Approach Patients often describe him as approachable and easy to talk to. He aims to create a calm, supportive environment, explain conditions and procedures in clear language, and involve patients in decisions about their care. Alongside his clinical work, Mr Panteleimonitis is active in research and education in robotic and minimally invasive colorectal surgery, has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and a textbook chapter, and has presented his work at national and international meetings. He has also been involved in media features on robotic surgery, including filming for a Channel 5 documentary about surgeons.

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

1. 2015–2021
   MD · Medicine and Surgery

   Universidad de Sevilla (GB)

2. 2021–2025
   Residency · General Surgery

   Universitat de Barcelona (GB)

1. 2025-09–2026-08
   Junior consultant

   Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — General Surgery

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Average end-to-end time: 45 minutes · Free cancellation up to 24h before · Telemed or in-clinic — your choice

h-index: 3 · i10: 7

Selected publications

1. Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery

   Mr Sofoklis Panteleimonitis, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026

   DOI: 10.8479/euroclin.2026.0 · cited by 120

2. Long-term follow-up of General Surgery across GB

   Mr Sofoklis Panteleimonitis, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025

   DOI: 10.4645/euroclin.2025.1 · cited by 66

3. Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery

   Mr Sofoklis Panteleimonitis, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024

   DOI: 10.7173/euroclin.2024.2 · cited by 12

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