97%
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of 184 people said they were extremely likely or likely to recommend this consultant to a friend or relative. |
335
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total admissions. |
110
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Inguinal hernia repair admissions. |
This information has been verified as accurate by the consultant
03/03/2026
This information is provided by Mr Antonios Athanasiou.
Mr Antonios Athanasiou is a Consultant General and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon at the University Hospitals of Sussex NHS Trust. He is an expert in minimally invasive keyhole surgery techniques, specializing in laparoscopic procedures for gallbladder disease, inguinal hernia, acid reflux, Hiatus Hernias, and various gastrointestinal conditions. Currently, he serves as the clinical lead of the Upper GI department at Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. Notably, Mr Athanasiou introduced the Upper GI robotic service at the University Hospitals of Sussex NHS Trust in 2022 and has successfully performed over 200 robotic procedures in the UK using the Da Vinci Robot. His surgical training was comprehensive, covering the full spectrum of general and specialist surgical practices. This included a final period of specialty fellowship at St James University Hospital in Leeds. Mr Athanasiou has gained extensive experience in upper gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery, offering a range of minimally invasive treatments. During his training, Mr Athanasiou earned a PhD in liver regeneration, and his research interests span minimally invasive surgical techniques, improvement of patient care through innovation, and the metabolic implications of obesity. He has contributed significantly to the field, publishing over 150 articles in peer-reviewed journals on various aspects of General surgery. Beyond his clinical practice, Mr Athanasiou has a longstanding interest in medical education. He serves as an educational supervisor to trainees of different seniority levels, including senior Upper GI trainees approaching the completion of their training. Since 2020, he has also held the position of a senior lecturer at the Brighton & Sussex Medical School. Mr Athanasiou will provide you with an experienced and honest account of the options, risks and benefits of advanced laparoscopic surgery, putting your safety and well-being as the first priority.
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General surgery - Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Mr Athanasiou specializes in Robotic and minimally invasive keyhole surgery techniques including laparoscopic surgery for gallbladder disease, inguinal hernia, acid reflux, weight loss and gastrointestinal conditions. He also assists with diagnosis and treatment using Upper GI endoscopy.
Surveys from patients about the care they received from Mr Antonios Athanasiou.
97% |
of 184 people said they were extremely likely or likely to recommend this consultant to a friend or relative. |
94% |
of 184 people felt this consultant definitely met their needs. |
Information about Mr Antonios Athanasiou and your procedure.
110 |
private admissions for Inguinal hernia repair. |
65% |
of patients treated as a day case. |
1 |
nights stay if not a day case (average). |
Consultation and surgery fees
Prices provided by Mr Antonios Athanasiou and their associated hospitals.
Nuffield Health Haywards Heath Hospital
Haywards Heath, RH16 1UD
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Hove, BN3 1RD
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| Average | £250
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£225
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| Range | £200 - £300
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£165 - £275
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