Mr Daniel BairdConsultant general and colorectal surgeon in Worthing
Mr Daniel Baird
MB ChB MD (Res) FRCS
GMC: 6157601Professional statement
Mr Daniel Baird is a leading general and colorectal consultant surgeon based in Goring-by-Sea, Worthing, who specialises in inguinal hernia, umbilical hernia and laparoscopic inguinal repair alongside anal fistula, anal fissure and piles (haemmorhoids). He privately practises at Goring Hall Hospital and the Oving Clinic, while his NHS base is at Worthing Hospital, part of University Hospitals Sussex Trust.
Mr Baird is highly qualified, with an MB ChB from the University of Manchester, a FRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons and an MD (Res) from Imperial College London. He undertook his specialist surgical training in London at The Royal Marsden Hospital, St Marks Hospital and Imperial Healthcare Trust, alongside the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.
He also completed an RCS accredited laparoscopic cancer fellowship at Frimley Park Hospital where he was exposed the Da Vinci and CMR Versius robotic operation platforms. He worked as a consultant at Frimley Park prior to his current permanent posts.
Mr Baird, who also operates on inflammatory bowel disease and diverticular disease, has a subspecialty interest in treating fistulae-in-ano and pilonidal sinus disease using the minimally-invasive techniques VAAFT/EPSiT techniques. His clinical research has been published in respected peer-reviewed journals including the British Medical Journal and the Annals of Surgery.
Furthermore, Mr Baird is a member of various professional organisations including the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland, the European Society of Coloproctology and the British Hernia Society.
Mr Baird is highly qualified, with an MB ChB from the University of Manchester, a FRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons and an MD (Res) from Imperial College London. He undertook his specialist surgical training in London at The Royal Marsden Hospital, St Marks Hospital and Imperial Healthcare Trust, alongside the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.
He also completed an RCS accredited laparoscopic cancer fellowship at Frimley Park Hospital where he was exposed the Da Vinci and CMR Versius robotic operation platforms. He worked as a consultant at Frimley Park prior to his current permanent posts.
Mr Baird, who also operates on inflammatory bowel disease and diverticular disease, has a subspecialty interest in treating fistulae-in-ano and pilonidal sinus disease using the minimally-invasive techniques VAAFT/EPSiT techniques. His clinical research has been published in respected peer-reviewed journals including the British Medical Journal and the Annals of Surgery.
Furthermore, Mr Baird is a member of various professional organisations including the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland, the European Society of Coloproctology and the British Hernia Society.
Clinics
Goring Hall Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
Worthing, Bodiam Avenue, BN12 5ATMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 19 years of experience
- Consultant general and colorectal surgeon, Goring Hall Hospital (Present)
Subspecialties
- Abdominal wall reconstruction
- Abscess incision and drainage
Professional memberships
- Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland
- European Society of Coloproctology
Education
- MD (Res), Imperial College London (2022)
- FRCS, Royal College of Surgeons (2020)
Publications and conferences
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 6157601
Reviews
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- I found Mr. Baird to be very easy-going, yet professional. A very good listener and quick to suggest referral to another specialist when it became apparent that course of action was indicated. I felt confident with his whole approach.
- I found Mr Baird extremely helpful and informative regarding my diagnosis and gave me my options regarding surgery after a short examination. I found Mr Baird very reassuring and felt confident all would be well under his care after answering all my questions as an ex RN!
- Mr. Baird & team were excellent from initial consultation, tests, pre & post op care. Mr Baird was v.kind explaining everything clearly, his skills as a surgeon exemplary. My op was a total success, with flexible timely treatment schedule.GHH was clean, staff efficient & caring.
- First class service from a highly personable doctor which filled me full of confidence. Would definitely recommend.
- Best doctor I've ever seen, frankly. A really indepth, personal experience. Felt very comfortable and cared about.
- Very Professional
- Mr. Baird was extremely friendly and reassuring. His explanation of the options available to me was extraordinarily thorough and detailed but easy to comprehend. He exuded confidence and professionalism.
- Felt comfortable during my time with Mr Baird, and at the hospital.
- Fantastic doctor. Took the time to explain everything and make me feel at ease on each appointment pre and post surgery.
- My only regret is not having given the review sooner as my whole experience was nothing short of exceptional to all involved from consultant to recovery.