Private Hernia Surgery in Hampshire

Our mission is to deliver a pioneering approach that makes efficient, effective, life-enhancing surgeries available for all

Hernia Clinic Hampshire currently operates at three private hospitals in Hampshire; Spire Hospital Southampton, Nuffield Health Wessex Hospital Chandlers Ford and Nuffield Health Chichester.

Daytime and evening appointments are available face-to-face or by phone.

Hernia Clinic Hampshire is led by Mr James Kirkby-Bott, an experienced Consultant hernia surgeon since 2010. The last 10 years were at UHS Southampton Hospital in Hampshire till joining the independent sector full time in 2022. He has won “Certificate of Excellence” for outstanding care in 2022, 2023 and again in 2024.

Mr James Kirkby-Bott has been instrumental in developing the use of local anaesthetic with sedation in the treatment of hernias. He works with a team of specialists to bring this pioneering private hernia surgery to all potential patients, regardless of age or pre-existing health conditions. He is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in this area, having performed around 2,000 hernia repairs.

Mr James Kirkby-Bott was also the Director of Clinic Outcomes at University Hospital Southampton in Hampshire where he set up an innovative outcomes programme as part of the Trust’s governance programme. A positive proven outcome from surgery driven by experience and feedback is at the heart of our service.

Our experience covers a wide spectrum of patients both male and female ranging all ages and medical conditions.

We pride ourselves on delivering an excellent patient service, minimising any waiting time so that we can resolve your pain as fast as possible.

You can expect to know what is happening and when with a clear understanding on the recovery process and what you need to do to get the best outcome from your surgery.

We have competitively priced all-inclusive surgery packages for the different types of hernia. Price includes your follow-up so we can monitor your progress to help you get the best results.

Hernia Clinic Hampshire is supported by an experienced team of healthcare professionals ready to help you.

All The Team Involved with your hernia surgery repair:

• Our office team will oversee your care.
• Consultant Surgeon who will carry out your initial consultation.
• Nurses on the ward will carry out a pre-assessment in order to prepare you for surgery and look after you on the day of surgery.
• The theatre team includes our anaesthetists who will give any sedation and ensure your comfort and safety throughout;
• The scrub team assist with your surgery;
• The recovery team will make sure you can return to the ward safely.
• The hospital administration team to ensure your engagement with the hospital is efficiently organised;
• The nurses at the hospital available for wound reviews post surgery
• Post surgery follow-up with our Consultant Surgeon