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Mr Nicholas Thomas

MBBS, FRCS (Glasgow), FRCS (England)(SN)

Neurosurgeon

37 years of experience

London, W1G 8BJ

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30 connections in healthcare

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by Mr Edward Pringle, Mr Adrian Casey and 13 other professionals

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Brain Tumours
7
8
Pituitary Tumour
4
11
Lower Back Pain
7
7

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About Mr Nicholas Thomas

Mr. Nicholas Thomas is a consultant neurosurgeon based at the London Neurosurgery Partnership, part of HCA Healthcare UK. With a broad clinical practice, his subspecialty interests include anterior and lateral skull base surgery (including Vestibular Schwannoma surgery) and endoscopic pituitary and endoscopic skull base surgery (complex spinal surgery). His particular interests lie in chordoma, chondrosarcoma, basilar invagination, pituitary, craniopharyngioma, and acoustic neuroma. He also runs a national multi-disciplinary clinic dedicated to neurofibromatosis type 1 and type 2.

Mr. Thomas qualified from the London Hospital in 1988. Following general surgical training, he completed the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (Glasgow) and Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (England) in 1993. He trained in neurosurgery at the Atkinson Morley Hospital, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, and the National Hospital before completing a year’s spinal fellowship at Ohio State University.

After completing the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Surgical Neurology in 1998, Mr. Thomas was appointed as a consultant neurosurgeon at King’s College Hospital, London. Since then, he has served as a member of the paediatric auditory brainstem implantation team and as president of the British Skull Base Society and on the committee for the European Skull Base Society.

Mr. Thomas is a valued panel member of international workshops on endoscopic pituitary surgery as well as ‘open’ lateral skull base surgery. Since 1996, he has visited Sri Lanka to lecture and perform surgery with local neurosurgeons at the National Hospital and Sri Jayewardenepura Hospital in Colombo on a charitable basis. When away from his medical practice, Mr. Thomas has a passion for vintage cars, frequenting Goodwood Revival.


Subspecialties

  • Spinal Surgery
  • Skull-Base Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(39)
Endorsements
(715)

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Brain Tumours
7
8
Pituitary Tumour
4
11
Lower Back Pain
7
7
Brain Surgery
3
10
Back Pain
3
9

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3281635


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 1988


Qualifications

Education

MB BS 1988 University of London

FRCS(Glas) FRCS(Eng) The London Hospital 1993

FRCS in Surgical Neurology Atkinson Morley's Hospital, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and the National Hospital, Queen Square 1998

Professional Memberships

Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow

Royal College of Surgeons of England

Royal Society of Medicine

Society of British Neurological Surgeons

UK President of the British Skull Base Society

West Kent Medical-Chirurgical Society

Specialist Register entry date

Neurosurgery From 03 Nov 1998


Languages spoken

  • English

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £330
  • Follow-up appointment: £275

Insurers

  • Aetna
  • The PHC
  • General and Medical
  • Benenden Health
  • Vitality
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • The Exeter
  • Healix Health Services
  • Cigna
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Aviva Health
  • WPA
  • Bupa
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • AXA Health

Location

All locations for Mr Nicholas Thomas

4.74

(3133)

35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ

4.89

(1977)

20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW

4.83

(1489)

40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD

4.9

(155)

78 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7HJ

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116 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7JL

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78 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7HJ

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Nicholas Thomas demonstrates excellent patient interaction. He provides clear explanations for conditions like herniated discs and meningiomas, using aids such as 3D spinal models. Patients commend his professional approach, kindness, and ability to instil confidence. Many experience positive surgical outcomes following treatment.

5.0
verified patient
29 Jan 2026

I saw Mr Thomas today and I cannot recommend him highly enough. He explained my condition, providing me with reassurance and a clear course of action with possible treatment options. This made a potentially overwhelming situation feel manageable and under control.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
29 Jan 2026

Mr Thomas took the time to listen to my story and concerns and ensured that he addressed any questions that I or my husband had during the consultation. His explanation as to the cause of my pain and the review of my MRI scan was very clear and aided by the use of a 3D model of the spine where needed. He outlined a clear management plan and I felt that I had met a clinician who had listened to me and taken the time to tease out the probable cause and devised a clear management plan. The consultation was easy to arrange and everyone in the Harley street clinic was helpful and efficient. I would highly recommend Mr Thomas.

5.0
verified patient
29 Jan 2026

Mr Thomas was straight forward and clear. He wanted to investigate my condition further but was also mindful of not wanting to add additional costs. I feel reassured by his expertise and highly recommend him.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
16 Jan 2026

Mr Thomas is the clinical lead for a reason. He is fabulous and the team respect him and constantly learn from him. He is kind and honest. It is clear he is there to help all patients and colleagues.

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5.0
verified patient
14 Jan 2026

Professional Personable

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
14 Jan 2026

Mr Thomas was absolutely fantastic. I was in agony from a herniated disc and compressed sciatic nerve root. After surgery I'm now completely pain free. Mr Thomas was straightforward, kind, and clearly completely expert. Even though my surgery was routine compared to the sort of thing he does, I felt well looked after and left hospital walking easily for the first time in months.

5.0
verified patient
20 Nov 2025

A wonderful experience and it could not have been smoother had I wished. Right from the admission to the result., I would you praise the consultant and the anaesthetist, 10 out of 10. From the bed manner to the overall professionalism and courtesy offered., I could not follow them they are both professional and ambassadors to their profession

5.0
verified patient
20 Jan 2025

I count myself as very lucky to have found Mr Thomas when I was first diagnosed with a meningioma. From the first consultation and throughout my treatment I have received first class care and support from him, and the expert team he works with. At a point in your life when you are very vulnerable its important to be seen and treated as a whole human being and to have confidence in your consultant. Mr Thomas inspires confidence and puts you at ease in the most difficult of circumstances.

5.0
verified patient
26 Jan 2023

Nick always reassured me and is an exemplary practitioner. He is also most considerate and great fun.

5.0
verified patient
23 Jan 2023

Excellent

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Endorsements

An extremely competent neurosurgeon

02 Oct 2025
Endorsed for
Antisnoring
Schwannoma

Mr Edward Pringle

Mr Edward Pringle

Ophthalmologist
I have looked after their patients

Innovative skull case surgeon top of field very honest high levels integrity

06 Apr 2025
Endorsed for
Lumbar Back Surgery
Microdiscectomy

Mr Adrian Casey

Mr Adrian Casey

Neurosurgeon
I have referred patients to them

The most amazing neurosurgeon I have ever met. Highly skilled surgeon and excellent communicator. I trust him with my family & loved ones

19 Mar 2025
Endorsed for
Lumbar Back Surgery
Microdiscectomy

Dr Mathias Toth

Dr Mathias Toth

Geriatric Doctor
I have referred patients to them

Excellent surgeon who gives highest standard of care for his patients and works closely with his colleagues.

07 Nov 2024
Endorsed for
Pituitary Tumour
Facet Joint Injection

Dr. Ben Turner

Dr. Ben Turner

Neurologist
I have looked after their patients
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Facial pain surgery - Mr Nick Thomas and Mr Sinan Barazi | Headache and Facial Pain Service

Due to the complexity of the a facial pain surgical procedure, our neurosurgeons Mr Nick Thomas and Mr Sinan Barazi share the responsibility of the surgery and work closely with ear, nose and throat skull-based surgeons and maxillofacial surgeons to combine expertise and make the operative outcome the best it can be. The Headache and Facial Pain Service at HCA Healthcare UK offers a dedicated team of expert consultant neurologists and neurosurgeons with state-of-the-art diagnostics for some of the very best support and interventions that London and the UK has to offer.

16 November 2023

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Facial Pain treatment plan – Mr Nick Thomas and Mr Sinan Barazi | Headache and Facial Pain Service

The Headache and Facial Pain service prides itself on its multidisciplinary approach (MDT) for every patient, where we will determine the most appropriate tr...

16 November 2023

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Facial pain diagnosis - Mr Nick Thomas and Mr Sinan Barazi | Headache and Facial Pain Service

At the Headache and Facial Pain Service we know how difficult it can be to get an accurate diagnosis, given there are so many possible causes. Consultant neu...

16 November 2023

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Facial pain conditions - Mr Nick Thomas and Mr Sinan Barazi | Headache and Facial Pain Service

Consultant neurosurgeons Mr Nick Thomas and Mr Sinan Barazi discuss what facial pain conditions we treat as part of the Headache and Facial Pain Service. The Headache and Facial Pain Service at HCA Healthcare UK offers a dedicated team of expert consultant neurologists and neurosurgeons with state-of-the-art diagnostics for some of the very best support and interventions that London and the UK has to offer.

16 November 2023

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Mr Nicholas Thomas's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 60 reviews.

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Mr Nicholas Thomas speaks English

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Mr Nicholas Thomas primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK The Harley Street Clinic, located at 35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
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Mr Nicholas Thomas is working Wednesday (13:30 - 18:00)

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