Mr Stelios Vakis

General and colorectal surgeon in Derby, Burton-on-Trent & Staffordshire

MBBS FRCS FRCS (Gen Surg)

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Mr Stelios Vakis is a leading consultant general and colorectal surgeon based in DerbyBurton upon Trent and Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, who specialises in colorectal cancer, laparoscopic resections and laparoscopic procedures, alongside minimal access hernia repairs, endoscopy and gallstones. He privately practises at Nuffield Health Derby Hospital, Burton Clinic at Queen's Hospital and Balance Street Health Centre, while his NHS base is University Hospital of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust.

Mr Vakis has a prestigious educational history. He qualified from Charing Cross and Westminster Medical School and then continuing his training on the Wessex Surgical Rotation from 1997 to 2003. It's there where he developed a specialist interest in coloproctology and during this time, he did two and a half years of research into immunotherapy for solid tumour with specific reference to melanoma. He also undertook a fellowship at the Royal College of Surgeons.

Mr Vakis' approach is a laparoscopic one, and his practice also includes perianal surgery, pilonidal sinus surgery and haemorrhoidectomy. Further to his expert clinical practice, Mr Vakis' research has featured in peer reviewed journals and he's a professional member of the Royal College of Surgeons (RCS), the British Hernia Society (BHS) and the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (ACPGBI). He's also a member of the British Medical Association.   

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07/06/2024

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Nothing further to add really. Put me at ease during the whole process Thanks


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07/06/2024

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Dr. Vakis performed my surgery, and I had an excellent experience. He is highly professional, supportive, and has a great sense of humor. His thorough explanations and compassionate care made the process much easier. Highly recommended!


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10/05/2024

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All of team were excellent and very kind


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03/05/2024

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A really positive experience


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