MBBS, FRCS (Glasgow), FRCS (England)(SN)
Neurosurgeon
37 years of experience
London, W1G 8BJ
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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.
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General Medical Council
No. 3281635
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 1988
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
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35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
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40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD
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78 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7HJ
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Nick always reassured me and is an exemplary practitioner. He is also most considerate and great fun.
An extremely competent neurosurgeon
02 Oct 2025Mr Edward Pringle
OphthalmologistInnovative skull case surgeon top of field very honest high levels integrity
06 Apr 2025Mr Adrian Casey
NeurosurgeonThe most amazing neurosurgeon I have ever met. Highly skilled surgeon and excellent communicator. I trust him with my family & loved ones
19 Mar 2025Dr Mathias Toth
Geriatric DoctorExcellent surgeon who gives highest standard of care for his patients and works closely with his colleagues.
07 Nov 2024Dr. Ben Turner
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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.
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The Headache and Facial Pain service prides itself on its multidisciplinary approach (MDT) for every patient, where we will determine the most appropriate tr...
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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...
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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.
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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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