Mr Antonios Athanasiou is one of Brighton’s leading surgeons. He works in the NHS at Royal Sussex County Hospital and practices privately at the Montefiore Hospital  and Nuffield Hospitals in Brighton and Haywards Heath.

Mr Athanasiou specialises in minimally invasive keyhole surgery techniques including laparoscopic surgery for gallbladder disease, inguinal hernia, reflux disease, weight loss and gastrointestinal conditions. He also assists with diagnosis and treatment using upper GI endoscopy.

Mr Athanasiou began his career in general surgery in 2006. During his training, he completed three

fellowships in bariatric and esophago-gastric surgery under the tutorage of leading surgeons.

Whilst he was training, Mr Athanasiou gained his PhD in liver regeneration which has been published widely. He has also been widely published in numerous field-related, peer-reviewed journals.

Mr Athanasiou will provide you with an experienced and honest account of the options, risks and benefits of advanced laparoscopic surgery, putting your safety and well-being as the first priority. He focuses on preoperative care and postoperative recovery in order to improve the outcome of your operation.

Excellent

Based on 42 reviews

Colin Mead

2023-10-24

I went to see Mr Athanasiou in July regarding my inguinal hernia. I found him to have very friendly personality and easy going manner. He explained very clearly what needed to be done and the details of the procedure to be undertaken in September. All my questions were answered satisfactorily. Mr Anthanasiou came to see me prior to and following the procedure which went well. I was discharged four hours after the procedure. I experienced minimal discomfort and only needed to take Panadol for the first two days plus two Dihydrocodeine tablets at night. I saw Mr Anthanasiou in October where he explained that due to the size of the hernia, he had performed an open repair in order to fit a large mesh to minimize any chance of the hernia reoccurring. He was happy with my recovery. I would not hesitate in recommending Mr Anthanasiou for this procedure. Everyone that I met in Montefiore were very pleasant, helpful and professional.

rick knightley

2023-09-30

From my initial consultation, to the end of my procedure, it was explained, in detail, of what would happen during and after my op. Dr. Athanasiou is very professional and friendly and I would give him my recommendation.

Yves Noel

2023-09-27

I will highly recommend Doctor Antonio's. At my pre operation I was confident that I will be in good hands,so when the time came for my hernia operation I wasn't stressed and all the team working with Him or for him were absolutely top class

David Burns

2023-09-24

quick to sort out my umbilical hernia . felt safe from start to finish. back to normal after 4 weeks

Penny Leroux

2023-09-24

On a social note, Mr Athanasiou was wonderful. On time, warm, friendly, funny, patient. I felt I had plenty of time for my questions. Also on my first visit, before we met, I saw him getting a coffee at reception and he spoke with all the staff there in a friendly way, just asking after them, etc., which seemed spontaneous and genuine. On a professional note, I had him for my gallbladder removal. Aside from the expected swelling/bloating for a few days, the usual tiredness, I had no pain whatsoever. I simply did not need pain relief. The scars are neatly done, and he said the sites were chosen to blend into the natural way my skin creases from where it folds when I bend or stretch. I can't recommend him enough.

JJ Crofton

2023-09-23

Everything seemed very straightforward and could not have been better. Thank you

Paula Craen

2023-09-06

An excellent consultation, not rushed at all, he was very patient, reassuring and informative and I left feeling very confident and reassured.

Greg Young

2023-09-03

I went to see Mr Athanasiou in June 2023, as I had an excruciating pain in my stomach caused by a hernia, that left me unable to stand most days. After my first consultation with him, I knew I would be in the right hands for the repair. Not only did Mr Athanasiou explain the whole procedure, he was professional and reassuring, as he could see I was very anxious having never had any type of surgery before. Since having the Umbilical hernia open repair in early Aug 2023, I am pain free and have even started running 4 weeks later. I cannot thank Mr Athanasiou enough and would have no hesitation in recommending him and his very efficient and professional team especially if, like me you are anxious or nervous about surgery.

Martyn Hulme

2023-08-13

Mr Athanasiou put me at ease on my first meeting and the process from then until after surgery was carried out efficiently and pleasantly. It's clear that Mr Athanasiou enjoys his role, and he executes it professionally resulting in, in my case, a perfect medical outcome and an enjoyable experience.

martin davies

2023-08-02

What a professional and impressive master craftsman. Mr Athanasiou explained what the process would involve, his support team were lovely, and I have to say that from consultation, operation, and final check last night the whole process has hardly made me miss a step. Thank you.