98%
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of 317 people said they were extremely likely or likely to recommend this consultant to a friend or relative. |
635
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total admissions. |
65
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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 Christopher Shearer.
Mr Christopher Shearer is a Consultant General Surgeon with subspecialty interests in upper gastrointestinal, laparoscopic and weight loss. A graduate from the University of Glasgow in 1995, Mr Shearer embarked on postgraduate General Surgical training in the West of Scotland. A period of clinical research led to him obtaining a Medical Doctorate from the University of Glasgow in 2004 for his work on Barrett's oesophagus. His research has led to various national and international presentations and publications and in 2008 he was nominated for a World Scientist Forum International Award. He obtained a travelling fellowship in 2005 to the University of Pennsylvania, USA, specialising in weight loss surgery before spending 18 months at the University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia as a Surgical Fellow and University Lecturer before returning to Scotland. Mr Shearer performs all aspects of General Surgery including minor operations, hernia surgery (open and laparoscopic), endoscopy and colonoscopy. His laparoscopic interests include gallbladder surgery, anti-reflux surgery (fundoplication) and weight loss surgery (gastric balloons, laparoscopic gastric banding and sleeve gastrectomy).
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General surgery - Bariatric Surgery • General surgery - Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
Upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy Open and laparoscopic hernia surgery Laparoscopic gallbladder surgery Laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery Weight loss surgery - gastric balloon, laparoscpic gastric band and sleeve gastrectomy Minor operations - cysts, lipomas, ingrown toenails
Surveys from patients about the care they received from Mr Christopher Shearer.
98% |
of 317 people said they were extremely likely or likely to recommend this consultant to a friend or relative. |
91% |
of 317 people felt this consultant definitely met their needs. |
Information about Mr Christopher Shearer and your procedure.
65 |
private admissions for Inguinal hernia repair. |
89% |
of patients treated as a day case. |
… |
We are unable to calculate the average nights stay. |
Consultation and surgery fees
Prices provided by Mr Christopher Shearer and their associated hospitals.
Ross Hall Hospital
Glasgow, G52 3NQ
Kings Park Hospital
Stirling, FK7 9JH
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| Average | £250
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£225
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| Range | £200 - £300
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