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Mr Christopher Thorn is a respected consultant general and colorectal surgeon based in Swindon, who specialises in proctology, colonoscopy and haemorrhoids alongside colon and rectal cancer, hernia repair and functional bowel disease. He privately practises at The Ridgeway Hospital and Shalbourne Private Healthcare while his NHS base is The Great Western Hospital.
Mr Thorn, who has an MBBS from the University of London and an MD from the University of Leeds, is fellowship trained by the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
He underwent higher training in Leeds and London, including 18 months at St. Mark's Hospital. Here he specialised in complex colorectal disease and was awarded an Ethicon Fellowship in laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
Mr Thorn is dedicated to clinical education and research. His research interests are enhanced recovery after colorectal surgery and the perioerative scoring system, while he is a member of the education executive committee of the European Federation - International Digestive Surgery (EFISDS). He has also lectured and taught laparoscopic skills both on an national and international basis.
Mr Thorn's research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals and publications, and he's also a member of various professional organisations including St Mark's Association, The Royal College of Surgeons (RCS) and the General Medical Council. He's also a member of the European Federation - International Digestive Surgery (EFISDS).
Mr Thorn, who has an MBBS from the University of London and an MD from the University of Leeds, is fellowship trained by the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
He underwent higher training in Leeds and London, including 18 months at St. Mark's Hospital. Here he specialised in complex colorectal disease and was awarded an Ethicon Fellowship in laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
Mr Thorn is dedicated to clinical education and research. His research interests are enhanced recovery after colorectal surgery and the perioerative scoring system, while he is a member of the education executive committee of the European Federation - International Digestive Surgery (EFISDS). He has also lectured and taught laparoscopic skills both on an national and international basis.
Mr Thorn's research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals and publications, and he's also a member of various professional organisations including St Mark's Association, The Royal College of Surgeons (RCS) and the General Medical Council. He's also a member of the European Federation - International Digestive Surgery (EFISDS).
Clinics
Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 28 years of experience
- Consultant general, laparoscopic and colorectal surgeon, The Ridgeway Hospital (Present)
Subspecialties
- Proctology
- Hernia repair
Professional memberships
- European Federation for International Digestive Surgery (EFISDS)
- St Mark's Association
Education
- FRCS, Royal College of Surgeons of England (2011)
- MD, University of Leeds (2009)
Teaching posts
- Member of the Educational Executive committee, European Federation for International Digestive Surgery (EFISDS) (Present)
- Lecturer, national and international events
Positions in organisations
- Member of the Educational Executive committee, European Federation for International Digestive Surgery (EFISDS) (Present)
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 4543031
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- "I had an absolutely fantastic experience with Dr Christopher Thorn. From start to finish, the interaction was smooth, professional, and even enjoyable! He took the time to really listen to my concerns and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. His ability to blend professionalism with humor made the visit both informative and pleasant. I left the appointment feeling confident and clear about the next steps. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled and approachable doctor!"
- Mr Thorn has changed my life. He is thorough, has great empathy, and very professional. I had a problem that impacted my whole life, which made me very unhappy, and self conscious. Choosing Mr Thorn was the best thing that ever happened to me.