Mr Giles Bond-Smith

Mr Giles Bond-Smith is a highly experienced consultant general surgeon based in Oxford, practising at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and The Manor Hospital, Nuffield Health. He specialises in all aspects of hernia surgery, from routine inguinal (groin) hernia repair and umbilical hernias to the management of complex incisional hernias, recurrent hernias, and abdominal wall reconstruction.

As clinical lead for the Complex Abdominal Wall Reconstruction Service at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Mr Bond-Smith is recognised for treating some of the most challenging abdominal wall conditions. He offers the full spectrum of modern hernia repair techniques, including minimally invasive (keyhole/laparoscopic) surgery, where appropriate, open surgery, and carefully selected no-mesh hernia repair for suitable patients. Every treatment plan is tailored to the individual, with the aim of achieving the best long-term outcome while minimising pain, recovery time and the risk of recurrence.

Mr Bond-Smith believes that successful surgery begins with understanding the person, not simply the condition. Every patient is listened to carefully, with time taken to understand their symptoms, lifestyle, concerns and personal goals before recommending treatment. Whether caring for a frail older adult, a competitive athlete wishing to return to sport, or someone whose symptoms are complicated by conditions such as fibromyalgia or complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), his approach is calm, thoughtful and compassionate.

Alongside his specialist hernia practice, Mr Bond-Smith is an experienced Consultant Emergency General Surgeon, regularly assessing and treating patients with acute abdominal pain, appendicitis, abscesses, bowel emergencies, and complicated or strangulated hernias. This breadth of experience allows him to recognise complex surgical problems quickly and safely.

Following specialist surgical training at University College London, the Royal Free Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust and an advanced fellowship in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery at the Mayo Clinic, USA, Mr Bond-Smith also provides expert assessment and management of gallstones, gallbladder disease, cholecystitis, and related liver and pancreatic conditions, ensuring patients receive comprehensive advice and treatment tailored to their individual circumstances.

Patients value Mr Bond-Smith's calm, approachable manner and the confidence that comes from knowing they are cared for by an experienced multidisciplinary team. He works closely with highly skilled consultant anaesthetists, specialist nurses and allied healthcare professionals to provide safe, compassionate and world-class surgical care from the initial consultation through to recovery. His aim is not simply to perform an operation, but to help every patient regain confidence, comfort and the best possible quality of life.