Professor Vassilis Hadjianastassiou
DM(Oxon) BMBCh(Oxon) FRCS(Gen Surg) FEBS(Vasc Surg) FEBS(Transplant Surg)General Surgery, Vascular Surgery
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24 years of experience
14 years as a specialist
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27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR1767 reviews
42-52 Nottingham Place, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5NY1206 reviews
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About
Professor Vassilis Hadjianastassiou (also known as Vass Anastassiou) graduated from the Medical School of the Uni. of Oxford, where he also completed his doctoral thesis in abdominal aortic aneurysms. He holds dual GMC accreditation in General Surgery and Vascular Surgery, having completed his specialist surgical training at the Oxford and London Deaneries. He was appointed Consultant Surgeon at Guy's & St. Thomas' NHS Hospitals in 2008, where he also served as the Clinical Lead for pancreas transplantation. In 2011 he was recruited by the Cyprus Ministry of Health to restructure the system of Organ Transplantation in Cyprus and became the founding Medical Director of Transplantation there. He also served for 2 years as one of the two appointed experts in Vascular Surgery on the Government’s Advisory Committee. He currently works at the Royal London Hospital as a full-time Consultant Surgeon (Bart’s Health NHS Trust).
He passionately supports continuous medical education and training and has been serving for several years as an examiner for:
(1) the European Diploma of Transplant Surgery (European Board of Surgery) and
(2) for the MRCS award of the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Since 2013 he has held the post of full Clinical Professor of Surgery of the Uni. of Nicosia Medical School. He has given numerous lectures in international meetings and has a significant number of scientific publications.
With his dual specialisation and more than 12 years’ Consultant grade surgical experience in the broad anatomical fields of general & vascular surgery, in complex laparoscopic techniques and in organ transplantation, he is competent and effective in managing a large spectrum of conditions in vascular and general surgery.
Above all, Professor Hadjianastassiou adopts a humanistic approach and views patients as individuals, with their own families, jobs and personal priorities.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
- Laser Ablation for varicose veins
- Carotid Artery Surgery
- Peripheral arterial bypass
- Laparoscopic (Key hole) Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
- Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
- Laparoscopic Nephrectomy
Varicose Veins
Leg Pains
Swollen Legs
Spider Veins
Complex Laparoscopic (Key hole) Surgery
Procedures
- Endovascular Stent Graft
- Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA)
- Foam Sclerotherapy
- Angioplasty
- Bypass Surgery for Blocked Arteries
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Carotid Surgery for Stroke Prevention
- Endoscopic Vein Surgery
- Keyhole Endovascular Aneurysm Repair
- Microsclerotherapy for Thread Veins
- Varicose Veins Surgery
- Video Consultation
Special interests
- Varicose Veins
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (Blood Clot)
- Abdominal Aneurysm
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Arm Artery Disease
- Critical Leg Ischaemia
- Aortic Aneurysms
- Aortic Dissection
- Aorto-iliac Disease
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Claudication
- Leg Ulcers
- Lymphoedema
- Mesenteric Ischemia
- Painful Legs
- Pelvic Congestion Syndrome
- Peripheral Aneurysm
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Reno-Vascular Conditions
- Swollen Legs
- Thread Veins
Education
Postgraduate:
(1) Clinical Professor of Surgery, Uni. of Nicosia 2016 to date
(2) FEBS(Transplant) - Fellow of the European Board of Transplant Surgery (Hon) - since 2016
(3) FRCS (General Surgery) - Royal College of Surgeons of England - since 2007
(4) FEBS(Vascular Surgery) - Fellow of the European Board of Vascular Surgery - since 2007
(5) Court of Examiners Member, (MRCS Exam) - Royal College of Surgeons of England - since 2013
(6) Executive Council Member (Treasurer) - Division of Transsplant Surgery, European Board of Surgery & the UEMS - First Term 2017-2021, just got re-elected in this Pan-European Institution for 2021-2025
University Education
(1) University of Oxford: Medical School - qualified in Medicine 1997 - BMBCh(Oxon)
(2) University of Oxford - Doctoral thesis in Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms - 2007 - DM(Oxon)
Distinctions & Awards:
(1) NHS Local Clinical Excellence Award – (Guy’s & St. Thomas’ NHS) Jul 2010
(2) MEDICAL SCHOOL
(2a) Oxford University Graduate Distinction Award, Green College 1994-97
(2b) Martin Prize for 2nd preclinical year All-Round Distinction (Top 3 students) 1992-93
(2c) M. Turner Prize for 1st preclinical year All-Round Distinction (Top 3 students) 1991-92
(2d) Subject First Prizes in Anatomy and Biochemistry (BM Part I) 1991-92
Affiliations with Professional Societies:
European Society for Vascular Surgery
British Transplantation Society
British Medical Association
Reviews
4.99 Overall Patient Trust rating
Varicose Veins
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (Blood Clot)
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Abdominal Aneurysm
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3/35
Carotid Artery Disease
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3/35
Arm Artery Disease
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1/35
Critical Leg Ischaemia
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1/35
Endovascular Stent Graft
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1/35
Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA)
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1/35
Foam Sclerotherapy
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I was very worried about my condition, fortunately I was referred to Dr Hadjianastassiou who ordered test and examined me immediately. The resulting diagnosis and treatment was explained to me clearly with great detail. During my consultation and subsequent visits I have always been dealt with in a most professional and caring manner.
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I saw Prof Hadjianastassiou for my arterio-venous malformation which was covering my whole forearm and I was troubled for years with it. I received treatments with sclerotherapy before but Professor Hadjianastassiou was excellent. He gave me 2 separate treatments with Ultrasound guidance and Foam sclerotherapy and they were a great success. The swelling has been reduced and the pain is almost completely gone !
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We saw Prof Hadjianastassiou for my mother’s swollen legs. He took time to listen carefully and answered all our concerns. Very caring and interested in his patients. Most importantly he does his own follow up which adds to the patient's comfort and satisfaction
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Prof Hadjianastassiou operated on my mother for her Stage III Ovarian/peritoneal cancer. He performed what is called a “meticulous peritoneal cytoreductive” surgery of the ovarian cancer (appendectomy, omentectomy and peritonectomy). His diligence in removing the bigger cancerous cells, combined with the subsequent chemotherapy, has led to the complete regression of the peritoneal/omental infiltrates (cancer)! His professional approach has been exemplary, but of equal importance was his humanity, positive attitude, proximity, and genuine interest in my mum’s health, attributes that were highly appreciated in those difficult times.
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Knowledgeable, open and honest professional. Very good listener and pay attention to the detail. Needed advice on kidney cyst. He went through the actual images and provide me with information in a timely fashion. Very reassuring indeed.
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I would highly recommend him. He is an excellent Doctor! I was very afraid to have the endovenous laser ablation, but he made me feel that everything would be Ok, which indeed it was! Before and after the procedure, he was very responsive and caring.
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I first visited Professor Hadjianastassiou regarding my varicose veins. I had superficial thrombophlebitis. He assessed me in detail and due to his excellent clinical acumen he asked me whether I had a recent mammogram, as this symptom can sometimes be related to breast cancer. I followed his advice and unfortunately I was diagnosed with breast cancer, but thanks to Professor Hadjianastassiou and his lateral thinking I have managed to receive life-saving treatment for my condition. (
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Highly recommended. Dr Hadjianastassiou is a down to earth expert. Clicks immediately with any patient, with detailed explanatory methods. His technical expertise goes without saying.
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Very professional, describing the process beforehand and the recovery period.
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Peer recommendations
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Vascular Surgery
Mr Hadjianastassiou is a colleague Transplant surgeon. We regularly examine together candidates taking the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) exam in Transplant Surgery. He is also a qualified General and Vascular surgeon. I have observed him at work and I have referred patients to him in the past. He is an excellent surgeon and his patients speak very highly of him.
For specialty: Vascular Surgery
For conditions: Leg Ulcers, Painful Legs, Thread Veins, Swollen Legs, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Aneurysms, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Varicose Veins, Carotid Artery Disease, Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Reno-Vascular Conditions, Peripheral Aneurysm, Peripheral Arterial Disease, Mesenteric Ischemia, Aorto-iliac Disease, Claudication, Arm Artery Disease, Abdominal Aneurysm, Critical Leg Ischaemia, Swollen Feet & Ankles
For procedures: Bypass Surgery for Blocked Arteries, Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA), Microsclerotherapy for Thread Veins, Foam Sclerotherapy, Varicose Veins Surgery, Carotid Endarterectomy, Endoscopic Vein Surgery, Endovascular Stent Graft, Angioplasty, Carotid Surgery for Stroke Prevention, Diabetic Foot Care, Keyhole Endovascular Aneurysm Repair
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