
Miss Sarah Mills
Professional statement
Miss Sarah Mills is a highly-reputable colorectal surgeon based in London. From her NHS base at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital she specialises in colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and haemmorhoids though her expertise is far wider. She is a JAG-accredited endoscopist and is developing a specialist practice in interventional endoscopy and cutting-edge techniques for treating complex polyps and early rectal cancers.
She has an active interest in surgical research and has published widely in peer-reviewed journals. In 2022, she was appointed as the national training lead for JAG, the body that oversees endoscopy training and accreditation. You can see Miss Mills' medical data showing her surgical and endoscopy numbers and length of stay here: https://www.phin.org.uk
Miss Mills has an interest in Global Health and regularly leads and teaches courses in low and middle income countries in Africa. These include the SAFE OR course, a multidisciplinary course for theatre teams of surgeons, anaesthetists and nurses focussing on using non- technical skills such as communication, leadership, situational awareness, decision making and conflict resolution to improve patient safety and outcomes.
Clinics

Welbeck Digestive Health
Central London, 1 Welbeck St, London W1G 0AR, UKMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 28 years of experience
- Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, London (present)
Subspecialties
- Colorectal cancer
- Inflammatory bowel disease
Professional memberships
- International Development Committee, Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland (2005)
- Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland (ASGBI)
Education
- Royal College of Surgeons of England FRCS, General and Colorectal Surgery (2012)
- MD Thesis (2005) “The immunomodulatory effects of n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids and their significance in the aetiology and treatment of inflammatory bowel disease”
Teaching posts
- Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College, London
- Faculty and Course Design- SAFE -Operating Theatre Course. Royal College of Anaesthetists
Positions in organisations
- National Training Lead for the Joint Advisory Group (JAG) on GI Endoscopy
Reviews
- Would you recommend this doctor?
- Treatment of the doctor
- Treatment of the staff
- Waiting time
- Condition of facilities
- Ms Mills is extremely professional, gentle and put me at my ease. I would not hesitate to recommend her wholeheartedly
- Outstanding level of professionalism and expertise in dealing with a very complex surgery. Not only Miss Mills performed as a first class surgeon, but her support, approach and continuous care helped me recover pain free and stress free. Thank you !
- Miss Mills was amazing. Her treatment was very effective. She is friendly and helpful. She spared me from anguish and discomfort. I would recommend her with full confidence.
- I cannot speak highly enough about Miss Mills, who exemplifies excellence in every aspect of her practice as a surgeon. In a field that is traditionally male-dominated, Dr. Mills stands out, not merely by breaking barriers but by setting a new standard of care. Highly recommend!
- I'm deeply thankful to Miss Mills for the care and treatment I received. She was considerate of my anxiety and explained my procedure clearly. I felt safe and supported throughout. Highly recommend.
- My experience with Dr Mills and her team was excellent. I felt fully informed, supported and cared for throughout the process. The procedure, now week ago, went very well. I didn't need to worry so much at all. Excellent all round, thank you.
- Miss Sarah Mills is very approachable/give good advice andI found her very helpful.
- Sarah has great communication skills & explained my treatment programme clearly & professionally. I would not hesitate to recommend her.
- I would certainly recommend Miss Mill's helpful, expert and reassuring advice and guidance. Especially appreciated for conditions of this kind.