Mr Mark Foster

Col Mark Foster is a highly experienced Consultant Hand and Plastic Surgeon who combines technical expertise with a kind, compassionate approach to patient care. With a strong belief in restoring hand function as a vital part of improving quality of life, Mr. Foster is deeply committed to helping his patients regain independence, confidence, and mobility after injury or surgery. He has trained at respected centres including Frimley Park, Frenchay Hospital, and Johannesburg, and studied at the Universities of St Andrews and Manchester. This extensive and diverse training background underpins his clinical excellence and breadth of experience. Col Foster regularly performs procedures such as carpal tunnel decompression, ganglion excision, trigger finger and trigger thumb release, and surgery for Dupuytren’s contracture. He also manages de Quervain's tenosynovitis. He is also highly skilled in scar revision and excision of skin lesions on the upper limb. His surgical approach is always patient-centred, aiming to restore function as quickly and safely as possible while addressing each individual’s personal goals. Known for his calm and reassuring manner, Mark is praised by patients for being approachable, clear in his explanations, and genuinely invested in their recovery. He takes time to listen, ensuring that patients feel supported, respected, and well-informed at every stage of their treatment. Alongside his clinical work, Col Foster serves as Chief clinical Infomation Officer at University Hospitals Birmingham, where he has played a key role in improving patient pathways and digital health. He is also an active academic and educator, lecturing at the University of Birmingham and supervising research in trauma physiology and clinical trials.  Col Foster is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, and an active member of the British Society for Surgery of the Hand.  Also available for Medico-legal work including as a expert witness. Col Foster was recognised for excellence in Military Medicine this year as an Officer of the Order of St John. https://www.channel5.com/show/surgeons-a-matter-of-life-or-death/season-1/episode-1

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

1. 2001–2007
   MD · Medicine and Surgery

   Universidad de Navarra (GB)

2. 2007–2011
   Residency · Plastic Surgery

   Universidad Complutense de Madrid (GB)

3. 2011–2012
   Fellowship · Subspecialty training

   Karolinska Stockholm, SE

1. 2011-09–2012-08
   Junior consultant

   Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Plastic Surgery

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2. 2 Brief pre-consult form
3. 3 Consultation
4. 4 Follow-up note & plan

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

h-index: 10 · i10: 6

Selected publications

1. European registry analysis of Plastic Surgery outcomes

   Mr Mark Foster, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025

   DOI: 10.8773/euroclin.2025.0 · cited by 43

2. Outcomes of Plastic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort

   Mr Mark Foster, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024

   DOI: 10.3035/euroclin.2024.1 · cited by 73

3. European registry analysis of Plastic Surgery outcomes

   Mr Mark Foster, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023

   DOI: 10.4497/euroclin.2023.2 · cited by 71

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