Mr Simon Monkhouse
Professional statement
Mr Simon Monkhouse is a highly regarded consultant upper gastrointestinal and bariatric surgeon who specialises in gallstones, gallbladder surgery, laparoscopic cholecystectomy,keyhole inguinal hernia management and inguinal hernia surgery, umbilical hernia, reflux disease, keyhole hiatus hernia and fundoplication surgery. To date, Mr Monkhouse has performed over 1,200 bariatric weight loss surgical procedures as a consultant surgeon and over 1,000 Allurion weight loss balloons
Mr Monkhouse completed his medical education at the University of Cambridge, graduating with top honours and receiving the Senior Whitby Scholarship for academic excellence. He underwent extensive training in keyhole surgical units in Bristol, Taunton, and Newcastle, and has been a practicing consultant surgeon in Surrey since 2014. His clinical interests also include keyhole surgeries for hernias, gallbladders, and anti-reflux procedures.
Mr Monkhouse is known for his patient-centric approach, providing comprehensive care before and after surgery, and where appropriate, working closely with a multidisciplinary team including dietitians and psychotherapists to ensure holistic support for his patients. His commitment to patient care has earned him several awards, such as the "Your Care Matters" award in 2015 and the "Certificate of Excellence" from iwantgreatcare in 2018. Additionally, he is actively involved in robotic surgical techniques and training tomorrow’s surgeons.
Clinics
Spire Gatwick Park Hospital
Horley, Povey Cross Rd, Hookwood, Horley RH6 0BB, UKMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 13 years of experience
- Consultant Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon, Spire Gatwick Park Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Acid reflux
- Fundoplication
Professional memberships
- Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons
- Association of Upper GI Surgeons
Education
- MA, University of Cambridge (2001)
Publications and conferences
- You can see Mr Monkhouse's publications on ResearchGate.
Prizes and awards
- Your Care Matters award (2015)
- Certificate of Excellence, iwantgreatcare (2023)
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
- Would you recommend this doctor?
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- Treatment of the staff
- Waiting time
- Condition of facilities
- My procedure, and its before and after, was carried out very expertly and professionally and went exactly as forecast to a most satisfactory conclusion. I was kept informed throughout and any concerns I had were quickly acknowledged and allayed.
- I would recommend Simon and his team wholeheartedly, from start to finish, friendly, informative and reassuring.
- Simon & his team were excellent & very professional, exceeding my expections for care and treatment, both pre Op & post Op.
- Would highly recommend Mr Monkhouse - he and his team are so professional, friendly and efficient.
- Totally amazing service, highly recommend and Simon monkhouse is the nicest guy ever, explains everything and does diagrams too so you know exactly what’s going on
- I was amazed by the treatment I got from Dr Monkhouse and his team they went over and above to make sure the procedure went the way I wanted it to go. He was very fast to respond to my questions via email whenever I needed answers. Look no further if you need any peace of mind
- Simon carried out a hernia repair.The whole process was very smooth and professional.He put me at ease and filled me with confidence from the word go.Highly recommended!
- Mr Monkhouse, his secretary, and his medical team, were all extremely professional, and efficient while being warmly reassuring and empathetic. I have nothing but the highest regard and praise for all of them, and no hesitation in recommending Mr Monkhouse to potential patients.
- Mr Monkhouse has seen me twice this year. First for a gallbladder removal and second for a hernia repair. Both operations have been successful with fast recoveries. I would recommend him for either type of procedure.
- Skilled and a good communicator; happy to explain and lead you through the pros and cons. Very experienced and knowlegable. I valued his insights and advice. Strongly recommended.