General surgery service

 The general surgery directorate undertakes the following surgical sub specialities:

  • Colorectal
  • Upper Gastrointestinal
  • Breast
  • Vascular
  • Urology
  • Upper GI and Laproscopic Surgery

  • Two dedicated upper GI and laparoscopic surgeons supported by an Upper GI nurse specialist form the Upper GI and Laparoscopic surgery team at Barnsley. The team is fully supported by three dedicated GI physicians and a radiologist with special interest in Upper GI  radiology.

    We provide the following services:

    • Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
    • Laparoscopic Fundoplication ( antireflux)
    • Laparoscopic Haitus hernia repair
    • Laparoscopic repair of Inguinal hernia
    • Laparoscopic repair of incisional hernia
    • Laparoscopic Splenectomy
    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Diagnosing and Staging Laparoscopy
    • Exploration of Common Bile Duct

    A laparoscopy is a commonly-performed operation where the surgeon uses a special telescope-type instrument called a laparoscope to examine the internal organs.  This type of surgery is sometimes known as ‘keyhole surgery’.

    Upper GI Cancer Services

    For patients with malignant or cancerous conditions, a comprehensive care and treatment plan are discussed at a multi-disciplinary meeting. Many patients will then need to be seen by our colleagues in either Doncaster or  Sheffield  for specialised treatment. Our local nurse specialists provide a key link and are available to help patients throughout their care.

Patient information leaflets

Please find below a selection of factsheets prepared by the Upper GI team. If you wish to learn more about a particular condition or treatment, please don’t hesitate to contact Tracey Allen, Upper GI specialist nurse on 01226 433964.

Laparoscopy in general surgery factsheet

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy factsheet

Anti-reflux surgery factsheet

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