Mr Marcos Kostalas

Marcos Kostalas is a Consultant General and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon with established expertise in hernia surgery, gallbladder disease, and abdominal wall conditions, providing care to patients across South Devon and Torbay. His practice includes comprehensive assessment and surgical treatment of inguinal, femoral, umbilical, epigastric, and incisional hernias, offering both open and laparoscopic (keyhole) hernia repair. He also undertakes laparoscopic gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy) for patients with gallstones, biliary colic, cholecystitis, and related gallbladder conditions. Mr Kostalas performs a high volume of day-case hernia and gallbladder procedures, with careful selection of surgical technique based on the individual patient, underlying anatomy, symptom burden, and recovery priorities. Where appropriate, minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques are used to reduce postoperative pain, shorten hospital stay, and support a faster return to normal activities. He is experienced in managing complex and recurrent abdominal wall hernias, as well as routine primary hernias, and places strong emphasis on durable repair, patient safety, and clear pre-operative counselling. His upper gastrointestinal background allows him to provide a well-rounded surgical opinion for patients presenting with overlapping abdominal symptoms. Mr Kostalas is a substantive consultant with Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust and also sees self-funded and insured patients at Mount Stuart Hospital in Torquay. He works closely with local GPs and multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely referral, clear communication, and structured follow-up after surgery.

Hernia Surgery Gallstone Surgery Anti-reflux Surgery Abdominal wall reconstruction