Mr Simon Atkinson
MS FRCSGeneral Surgery
Recommended by
3 specialists
33 years of experience
22 years as a specialist
Practices worked at
St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS1231 reviews
27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR1546 reviews
About
Simon Atkinson is a Consultant Pancreaticobiliary and General Surgeon currently based at London Bridge Hospital, St Thomas’ Hospital and King’s College Hospitals. His posts are at Guy’s and St Thomas’ and Kings College Hospitals and private practice is at HCA London Bridge Hospital. His areas of specialism are hepatobiliary and upper GI surgery including gallbladder surgery and gallstones, pancreatic surgery and pancreatic cancer as well as general surgery.
Mr Atkinson completed his medical training at The Royal London Hospital, before undertaking surgical training in the South East Thames region. He went on to train in gastrointestinal surgery at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital and pancreaticobiliary at the Royal Perth Hospital in Western Australia. He has conducted research into the management of surgical patients on intensive care and nutrition.
As well as specialist services Simon Atkinson offers a general surgical gastrointestinal service to diagnose and treat abdominal pain. As part of his general surgical practice skin and subcutaneous lumps can be diagnosed and treated.
Simon Atkinson offers a range of general surgical services including surgery for all types of hernia both keyhole (laparoscopic) and open, upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, surgery to the stomach and duodenum, small intestine and appendicectomy.
Simon' interests outside of surgery are those of a busy family life, squash and evolutionary biology.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
- Endoscopy / Gastoscopy / OGD
- Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy)
- Hernia Repair (keyhole and open)
- Inguinal hernia repair
- Incisional hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia repair
- Lymph node biopsy
- Pancreatic Surgery
- Pancreatic cancer surgery
- Distal Pancreatectomy
- Pancreacticoduodenectomy
- Whipples operation
- Pancreatitis
- Biliary Surgery
- Splenectomy
- Diagnostic Laproscopy
- Lipoma and skin lump removal
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Appendicectomy
- Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
- Abdominal pain
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder disease
- Cholecystitis / inflamed gallbladder
- Gallbladder polyps
- Complex keyhole / laparoscopic gallbladder surgery
- Gastric and Duodenal Ulcers
- Haemorrhoids
- Hernia (Groin, Umbilical, Femoral and Hiatus)
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreatitis
- Skin and subcutaneous lumps
- Lymph nodes
- Femoral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Pancreatitis
- Pancreatic cancer
- Peritoneal Tumours
- Bile Duct cancer
- Bile Duct blockages
Medical procedures
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Appendicectomy
- Endoscopy
- Gastroscopy
- Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
- Laparoscopy
- Lipoma Removal
- Liver Surgery
- Liver Surgery
- Open Hernia Repair
- Skin Lesion Treatments
- Splenectomy
- Whipple Procedure
Special interests
- Inguinal Hernia
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Appendicitis
- Femoral Hernia
- Gallbladder Cancer
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Pancreatic Disorders
- Pancreatitis
- Peritoneal Tumours
Education
- BSc Anatomy, University of London 1984
- MBBS Royal London Medical College, University of London, 1987
- Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) of England 1992
- MS University of London 1994
- Great Britain & Ireland Hepatopancreatobiliary Association (GBIHPBA)
- Association of Upper GI Surgeons
Reviews
4.92 Overall Patient Trust rating
Gallbladder Removal (cholecystectomy)
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9/22
Inguinal Hernia
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5/22
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
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3/22
Laparoscopic (key-hole) Surgery
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3/22
Gallstones
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1/22
Pancreatic Cancer
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1/22
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
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1/22
Tumour excision
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1/22
Patient seen for:
Inguinal Hernia
I could not be more grateful to Mr Atkinson. Skilful, professional, highly competent and an incredibly pleasant man. This was a surgeon in whom I had every confidence of an optimal outcome; 72 hours after surgery, I am delighted that I was absolutely right.
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Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Very good experience right from the initial consultation to the post operation consultation and everything in between. Everything was explained to me in detail and I felt confident that I'm in good hands. And I was. All went well and I'm healing well.
Read morePatient seen for:
Inguinal Hernia
Underwent an inguinal hernia repair with Mr. Atkinson. Very positive experience. Developed a good rapport quickly and he was always willing to go the extra mile, for example by giving up time to provide a further phone consultation.
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Thank you for your feedback. Greatly appreciated.
Patient seen for:
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
I had every confidence in Dr Atkinson from start to finish.
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Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Mr Simon Atkinson showed me great empathy, kindness and true professionalism upon my first consultation. He gave me an in depth explanation of the procedure and patiently addressed all my concerns. Thank you Mr Atkinson for being so caring and compassionate.
Read morePatient seen for:
Gallbladder Removal (cholecystectomy)
Very grateful with Mr Atkinson its very kind and very professional. thank you Mr Atkinson
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Gallbladder Removal (cholecystectomy) Gallstones
I was seen quickly when i discovered i had a problem with my gallbladder and a stone. Diagnosis was given almost immediately and a plan of action made. Mr Atkinson was very attentive and did an excellent job of curing me with a small operation. I felt better almost immediately and the healing process was very fast. Pain from the operation ... What Pain ? there was none. I certainly feel I found the best man for the job. My wife worried throughout (Thats natural). Mr atkinson spoke to her and put her mind fully at rest. This was all done during the Covid lockdown as well.
Read morePatient seen for:
Inguinal Hernia
Mr Atkinson seems very experienced and was very detailed in his explanation of how procedures are done and what could go wrong. Unfortunately, he spoke to me in a patronising manner. With empathy you can discover your patients in the first 5 minutes of a consultation and adapt your approach. I would recommend him for his knowledge and experience but not for his human touch.
Read moreMr Simon Atkinson
Hello I’m sorry that the consultation was not as you expected. Please do not hesitate to get in contact if you would like to discuss matters further. Kind regards
Patient seen for:
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
Dr Atkinson was very detailed in asking questions and my history and explained everything very well.
Read morePatient seen for:
Gallbladder Removal (cholecystectomy)
after a year of problems with my pancreas and pancreatic pseudocyst i was refered to Mr Atkinson, In my first consultation with him he explained all about what was happening with my pancreas and cyst in a way i could understand. Within a week of my first consultation he had booked me in to have my gallbladder removed. on the day of my operation he came to my room to explain exactly what was going to happen, this was all very well explained and made me feel at ease with what was going to happen. I stayed in London bridge hospital over night after my operation and the staff there was brilliant. I had a second consultation with Mr Atkinson a few wks after my operation where he explained what had happened during my operation and the results of what was found in my gallbladder. all this information was explained very well and I was able to ask question which he explained the answers to very well. Over all the experience was brilliant and Mr Atkinson was brilliant. I would highly recommend him. Many Thanks
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Peer recommendations
Recommended by 3 doctors for:
3
General Surgery
Mr Atkinson provides sensible, evidence-based, highly personalised care. He is an accomplished and safe surgeon who will take the time to listen to his patients' symptoms carefully before deciding on the best course of action.
For specialty: General Surgery
For conditions: Gallstones
For procedures: Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Connection: Is a colleague
Mr Atkinson is an excellent surgeon. He communicates well with patients, and always has time, both for those who he treats but also staff. I have no hesitation in recommending him.
For specialty: General Surgery
For conditions: Gallstones
For procedures: Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Connection: Is a colleague
Highly recommended surgeon for Upper Gi disease.
For specialty: General Surgery
For conditions: Hernia
For procedures: Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Connection: Is a colleague
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