Professor Nick Maynard
Professional statement
Professor Nick Maynard is a leading consultant Upper GI Surgeon based in Oxford, with more than 25 years of experience in his field.
He treats patients at The Manor Hospital, Nuffield Health Oxford. He specialises in the treatment of a wide range of Upper GI conditions, and has extensive experience conducting laparoscopic surgery to treat hiatal hernia, achalasia, and reflux disease. Professor Maynard also has particular expertise in revisional surgery, which is surgery done to correct or modify a previous surgery that did not have the desired outcome.
As one of the leading Upper GI surgeons in the country, Professor Maynard is particularly experienced in upper gastrointestinal laparoscopy and endoscopy procedures. He is also an expert in treating adults who have had treatment of trachea-oesophageal fistula (TOF) and oesophageal atresia as a neonate - rare birth defects causing the upper part of the oesophagus and the windpipe to be connected to each other.
Professor Maynard has been Consultant Upper GI Surgeon at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust since 1997. He was the Director for Surgery between 2008 and 2015, and the Director for Cancer Services for Oxford University Hospitals from 2017 – 2022. He is an Associate Professor of Surgery at Oxford University.
Professor Maynard graduated from the University of Oxford with a BA in Physiological Sciences in 1983, before receiving his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from Guy´s Hospital Medical School in 1986. He then went on to receive his MS from the University of London in 1993, and his FRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 1997. He then trained in various hospitals in Southeast England, as well as a 15-month stint in Melbourne, Australia.
In 2020 he was awarded FRCS Ed (ad hominem) at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh as recognition of his contributions to upper GI Surgery over the last 25 years.
He served as the president of AUGIS (Association of Upper GI Surgery of Great Britain and Ireland) from 2021 to 2023, and the Clinical Lead for the National Oesophago-Gastric Cancer Audit from 2015 to 2022. When not treating patients, Professor Maynard conducts research on a wide range of Upper GI conditions.
Professor Maynard has worked extensively in Gaza since 2010 teaching medical students and carrying out upper GI surgery. He has travelled out to Gaza regularly during the recent war providing humanitarian aid. He has recently been awarded the Humanitarian Medal by King Charles for his humanitarian work in Gaza.
Clinics
Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital, Oxford
Oxford, Beech Rd, Headington,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 39 years of experience
- Consultant Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon at The Manor Hospital, Nuffield Health Oxford
Subspecialties
- Upper GI surgery
- Gallstones
Professional memberships
- Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland
- Association of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery of Great Britain and Ireland
Education
- BA, Bachelor of Arts in Physiological Sciences, University of Oxford (1983)
- MBBS, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, Guy´s Hospital Medical School, London (1986)
Positions in organisations
- President of AUGIS (Association of Upper GI Surgery of Great Britain and Ireland)
- Clinical Lead for the National Oesophago-Gastric Cancer Audit
Publications and conferences
- You can find Professor Maynard´s publications on ResearchGate
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
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- Booking the appointment was straightforward, and accessing it online was simple, which made the whole process smooth from the start. The video call with Dr Nick Maynerd went well. He was extremely helpful and took the time to answer my questions without making me feel rushed. He explained everything clearly and in a way that was easy to follow and understand. He came across as friendly, approachable, and clearly very knowledgeable about the treatment and Overall, it was a good experience.
- All was good
- Prof Maynard’s care is professional and caring. He explains everything clearly and has a lovely manner. His depth of knowledge has given me total confidence in my treatment. I would highly recommend him to other patients
- Excellent care and very professional
- Seen Professor Maynard 10 years ago and specifically asked for the referral to him now due to the depth and breadth of his professional experience, comprehensive and easy to understand explanation of my condition and friendly manner. Thank you!
- Prof Maynard is very professional, friendly, patient and experienced. He is also patient and will listen to you.
- Mr Maynard is always friendly , extremely approachable and takes time to listen and explore all options. My quality of care from him and his team is always exceptional. I would highly recommend him .
- I cannot praise Professor Maynard highly enough. Apart from the fact that he literally saved my life with a very complicated surgery, he is the most caring and considerate of doctors regarding aftercare. He is, quite frankly, a GOD !