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Ms Lynn Stevenson
MBChB MRCS(Ed) FRCS(Ed) Masters in Medical Law(MML)
GMC: 6024654Professional statement
Ms Lynn Stevenson is a skilled consultant general and colorectal surgeon based in Aberdeen who specialises in laparoscopic lower GI (gastrointestinal) surgery. With more than 20 years of experience, she is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of haemorrhoids, anal fistula, bowel disease, hernias and colorectal cancer. Ms Stevenson currently sees patients at Albyn Hospital.
Ms Stevenson qualified from the University of Aberdeen and completed a Masters in Medical Law at the University of Glasgow. She became a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2010, before going on to accomplish the prestigious Ethicon laparoscopic colorectal fellowship at Morriston and Singleton Hospitals in Wales, where she acquired proficiency in complex surgical techniques that improve patient outcomes. Upon her return to Scotland, Ms Stevenson was appointed consultant colorectal and general surgeon at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary and later, at Albyn Hospital. She is on the GMC’s specialist register for general surgery since 2011.
In addition to her specialised clinical roles, Ms Stevenson has also served as regional surgical advisor for the Royal College of Surgeons. She is, at present, a member of various professional organisations, including the British Medical Association and The Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland. Focused on patient-centred comprehensive care, Ms Stevenson provides her patients with quick access to consultations and thorough investigations.
Ms Stevenson qualified from the University of Aberdeen and completed a Masters in Medical Law at the University of Glasgow. She became a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2010, before going on to accomplish the prestigious Ethicon laparoscopic colorectal fellowship at Morriston and Singleton Hospitals in Wales, where she acquired proficiency in complex surgical techniques that improve patient outcomes. Upon her return to Scotland, Ms Stevenson was appointed consultant colorectal and general surgeon at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary and later, at Albyn Hospital. She is on the GMC’s specialist register for general surgery since 2011.
In addition to her specialised clinical roles, Ms Stevenson has also served as regional surgical advisor for the Royal College of Surgeons. She is, at present, a member of various professional organisations, including the British Medical Association and The Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland. Focused on patient-centred comprehensive care, Ms Stevenson provides her patients with quick access to consultations and thorough investigations.
Clinics
21-24 Albyn Place, Aberdeen, AB10 1RWMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 25 years of experience
- Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (2016 - present)
Subspecialties
- Inguinal, umbilical, epigastric and incisional hernia
- Colonoscopy
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- The Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland
Education
- FRCS, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (2010)
- Masters in Medical Law, University of Glasgow (2009)
Teaching posts
- Assigned Educational Supervisor (AES)/Trainer for Core Surgical Trainees (present)
- Educational Supervisor for New Foundation Year Doctors (present)
Publications and conferences
- Stuart McIntosh, Ross Hunter, Duncan Scrimgeour, Mohammed Bekheit, Lynn Stevenson, George Ramsay, Timing of urinary catheter removal after colorectal surgery with pelvic dissection: A systematic review and meta-analysis, Annals of Medicine and Surgery, Volume 73 (2022)
- J Eley, L Stevenson. Surgical Ambulatory Care: Reducing surgical admissions whilst maintaining patient satisfaction. Experiences over a four year period. UGI Congress (2021)
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 6024654
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