Mr Justin Davies
Surgery and Colorectal Surgery in Cambridge
Professional statement
Mr Justin Davies is a leading consultant colorectal and general surgeon based in Cambridge. He is a globally renowned expert and key opinion leader in the field of colorectal surgery, treating a range of problems, from haemorrhoids, anal conditions (anal fissure and anal fistula), colorectal (bowel) cancer to inguinal hernias, and diagnosing and treating the causes of rectal bleeding. He has significant national and international leadership experience, and he has served as President of both The Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (ACPGBI) and of the Royal Society of Medicine (RSM) Section of Coloproctology.
He has particular expertise in minimally invasive treatments, including for the treatment of haemorrhoids, and using laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery for colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis) and diverticular disease. Mr Davies is Deputy Medical Director at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, an Affiliated Associate Professor at the University of Cambridge, and a Fellow of Downing College, Cambridge.
He has undertaken several national roles with NICE, and is a leading figure in his field. He has authored over 275 peer-review publications and book chapters, and he is the co-editor of two surgical textbooks. Mr Davies qualified in Medicine from the University of Cambridge, where he also achieved a Master of Surgery higher degree for his bowel cancer screening research.
He underwent specialist colorectal fellowship training in Toronto, is a Fellow of the European Board of Surgery (Coloproctology) and an elected International Fellow of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. He has worked as a consultant colorectal and general surgeon at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge since 2007 in addition to his private practice at the Nuffield Cambridge and Spire Cambridge Hospital. He is a member of the Cambridge Bowel Clinic.
Clinics
Nuffield Health Cambridge Hospital
Cambridge, 4 Trumpington Rd, Cambridge CB2 8AF,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 31 years of experience
- Colorectal and General Surgeon, Nuffield Cambridge (present)
Subspecialties
- Colorectal surgery
- Rectal bleeding
Professional memberships
- Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (President Elect, Chair of IBD Committee, Elected Member of Royal College of Surgeons Cancer Services Committee and previous Chair of Education and Training)
- European Society of Coloproctology (UK National Representative)
Education
- BChir 1995 University of Cambridge
- Master of Arts (MA) in Medicine, University of Cambridge (1989 – 1995)
Teaching posts
- Affiliated Associate Professor , University of Cambridge
- Fellow, Downing College, Cambridge
Prizes and awards
- Patey Prize
- John of Arderne Medal
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
- Would you recommend this doctor?
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- Treatment of the staff
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- Condition of facilities
- No one wants to meet a colorectal surgeon but if you have to Mr Davies is one to meet. From start to finish the care and service provided by him and his team was fantastic. The facilities during appointments and the surgery were also faultless. Thank you so much.
- Dr Davies helped with my inguinal hernia. I am very satisfied with the results that were beyond my expectations. I couldn't recommend Dr Davies enough. Compassionate yet straightforward advice that even included recommendations of other doctors for my other wellbeing needs.
- I had a really positive experience. The procedure went smoothly and I felt well-informed and supported the whole time. Mr Davies is very professional, attentive and very reassuring, which made me feel completely confident in his care. I’d definitely recommend him.
- Mr. Davis was recommended to me by another excellent professional so since the beginning I trusted I would be in good hands. On top of that he was courteous, friendly and with a good sense of humor. All human side qualities that I really valued.
- Mr Davis and his team provided excellent care for me. He took concerns seriously, provided clear and easily understandable diagnoses and descriptions of procedures and answered my questions comprehensively. The outcome of the procedure was very good.
- I had an excellent experience with Mr Justin Davies at The Nuffield, Cambridge. From my very first consultation through to surgery, he was incredibly professional and approachable. I had total confidence throughout the entire process.
- Mr Davies was very courteous, friendly and explained everything very well. The procedure was very successful and I have no hesitation in thanking Mr Davies and recommending him very highly.