Mr Mark McCarthy

I am a full time practising vascular specialist treating both arterial and venous disease and have pioneered the use of minimally invasive varicose vein surgery in Leicestershire. I qualified in Medicine from the University of Birmingham and moved to Leicester to undertake research in the field of vascular surgery. I then became a Clinical Lecturer at the University of Leicester and completed my training in 2002. I am now part of a highly successful vascular unit based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary which is recognised both nationally and internationally as a centre of excellence. I am recognised as a specialist within my field and am referred patients with both arterial and venous disease from all over the Midlands region. I see in excess of 150 patients per month in both the NHS and private sector. I am also a dedicated Surgical Trainer and currently supervise over forty surgical trainees in their chosen careers. I am also involved with surgical training in Gondor in Ethiopia. Vascular surgery is a large part of my life and is a discipline which requires both physical and mental fitness. My wellbeing is maintained by spending as much time with my family as possible and also pursuing varied hobbies. My hobbies include cycling, mountaineering, tennis, membership of the RSC, men's welfare, golf and fly fishing. I also learn and teach martial arts which I do with my children.

Aortic aneurysms Carotid disease Peripheral vascular disease Minimally invasive treatment of varicose veins Thoracic outlet syndrome Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) and facial flushing