About James
Experience
guided by care.
Meet Mr James Crinnion, a consultant surgeon specialising in general, vascular and endocrine surgery.
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Clear advice. Considered care.
Mr Crinnion qualified from Leeds University Medical School in 1987 and trained in Leeds, Sheffield and London.
His approach begins with listening, explaining your options and creating a plan suited to your needs.
He was awarded the degree of Doctor of Medicine (MD) for a two-year research project in vascular surgery, and in 1999 was appointed Consultant Vascular and General Surgeon at Whipps Cross University Hospital, East London. He has since built a large practice in general, vascular and endocrine surgery, with a particular interest in thyroid and parathyroid operations and minimally invasive treatments for varicose veins.
1987
Qualified in medicine
1998
MD in vascular research
25 years
NHS consultant career
Areas of expertise
Vascular surgery
Expert care in varicose veins and assessment of vascular disease.
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Endocrine surgery
Specialist treatment for thyroid and parathyroid conditions with minimally invasive options.
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General surgery
Assessment and treatment of gall stones, hernia and other general surgical conditions.
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A career in surgery and teaching
A career in surgery
and teaching
Mr Crinnion has been an NHS consultant surgeon at the Royal London Hospital and Whipps Cross University Hospital, where he cares for patients with a wide range of general, vascular and endocrine conditions.
He is committed to surgical education and research, helping to train the next generation of surgeons and improve outcomes for patients.
Common Questions
Questions before your visit?
What does Mr Crinnion specialise in?
He specialises in general, vascular and endocrine surgery, including care for varicose veins, hernias, gallstones, and thyroid and parathyroid conditions.
What is his professional background?
Mr Crinnion qualified from Leeds University Medical School in 1987 and trained in Leeds, Sheffield and London. He was awarded an MD for research in vascular surgery and has been an NHS consultant surgeon at Whipps Cross University Hospital and The Royal London Hospital. He has chaired the Court of Examiners at the Royal College of Surgeons and the North-East Thames Specialist Training Committee in General Surgery.
What can I expect when I meet him?
He will listen to your concerns, examine you and explain your diagnosis and options in clear, everyday language. Where tests are needed he will explain why, so that you can make an informed decision about your care.