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Mr David Ratliff
2020-10-23
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23rd October 2020
Mr Ratliff carried out my recent hernia operation at the Three Shires hospital in Northampton. The operation went completely to plan and although I didn’t go down to theatre until 4.45pm I was back home just after 9.00pm. Four weeks later I am pretty much back to normal and have already played my first round of golf since the op.
At all times during the initial consultation, on the day of the op and during the follow-up conversation Mr Ratliff was friendly, attentive and reassuring and I would have no hesitation in seeking his services again.
Mr David Ratliff
2020-09-07
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7th September 2020
From my first meeting with Mr David Ratliff I felt confident to have my double inguinal hernia repair proceedure with him and his excellent team at Three Shires. He was throughout the process attendive, personable and extreemly professional. The operation was completed and I returned home in a day. It has since given me absolute confidence that I will return to full health and work in good time. His follow up after three weeks has confirmed my feelings and given me confidence to continue my rehabilitation with good advice and good sense. Leaving the door open for advice should I have any concern. I can't thank enough the whole team, from everyone in the operating theatre, right through all the nursing and care and cleaning staff who are doing such a great job particularly in this difficult time where covid19 is a constant worry. Last but not least secretary Sue Harrison who was definitely prompt, informative and a breath of fresh air. Thank you all!
12th September 2020
Response from Mr David Ratliff
Thank you so much for your kind words of appreciation, they are very much appreciated and help to encourage and energise all those who looked after you to continue to deliver the best possible care for their patients in the future.
Mr David Ratliff
2020-03-22
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22nd March 2020
Absolutely fantastic My gall bladder was completely gone He did an excellent job in removing it.Thanks ever so much Robert Ainsworth
Mr David Ratliff
2020-03-13
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13th March 2020
i suffered with pain in my lower right abdomen for over 9 months having previouslybeen told by doctor i had an infection , even being told by the general hospital i had an infection . Finally after a scan i had a hernia on my right side and would have to wait for an operation . This led me to BMI 3 shires where i opted to see Mr Ratliff , within 10 minutes he diagnosed a double bi lateral inguinal hernia , so both sides not just one.
he performed this operation within days using keyhole surgery , i have a small scar beneath by belly button , Mr Ratliff was amazing throughout consultation and after operation . i was back walking after 2-3 days and back at work after 7 days with small amount of discomfort . Definitely the man to see for double bi lateral hernia repair.
M Burgess
Mr David Ratliff
2020-03-03
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3rd March 2020
I would have no hesitation in recommending David Ratliff, I found him very professional, informative, calming and gave me complete confidence to trust him with my procedure.
I had a laparoscopic repair of my right inguinal hernia. Less than 3 weeks after my operation I feel I’m ahead of my recovery schedule and ready for my normal day to day activities.
Thank you.
David Brain
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- Vascular and Transplant Surgery
Profile
Mr David Ratliff
MB ChB, MD, FRCP, FRCS (Eng & Ed)
Consultant Surgeon
Specialises in
• General surgery
• Endocrine (thyroid and parathyroid) surgery
• Laparoscopic surgery
• Vascular surgery
Areas of interest
• Laparoscopic inguinal hernia and sports hernia repair
• Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal by keyhole surgery)
• Hernia repairs of all types including inguinal, femoral, epigastric and umbilical hernia repair under GA and LA
• Thyroid nodule
• Goitre
• Thyroid cancer
• Thyroid surgery
• Parathyroid surgery
• Varicose vein treatments of all types, especially the Venefit procedure (keyhole surgery) and injection sclerotherapy
• Microsclerotherapy (cosmetic injection treatment) of spider and thread veins
• Vascular access including Portacath and Groshong line insertion
• Haemorrhoidectomy
• Excision of lumps and bumps
• Botox injection for axillary hyperhidrosis (excess sweating)
Treatments/Procedures
• Abscess, incision and drainage
• Anal fistula surgery
• Appendicectomy
• Botox injections for hyperhidrosis
• Central lymph node excision
• Cervical lymph node biopsy
• Duplex scan
• Epigastric hernia repair
• Excision of lumps and bumps
• Excision and primary closure of pilonidal sinus
• Excision of thyroglossal cyst
• Femoral hernia repair
• Fine needle aspiration of thyroid nodules
• Groshong line, insertion
• Groshong line, removal
• Haemorrhoidectomy
• Hemi-thyroidectomy
• Incisional hernia repair
• Inguinal hernia repair, under general or local anaesthetic
• Injection of haemorrhoids
• Injection sclerotherapy of varicose veins
• Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
• Laparoscopic division of adhesions
• Laparoscopic femoral hernia repair
• Laparoscopic incisional hernia repair
• Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair
• Lateral internal sphincterotomy for anal fissure
• Minimally invasive parathyroidectomy
• Open cholecystectomy
• Paraumbilical hernia repair
• Parathyroidectomy
• Partial thyroidectomy
• Portacath, insertion
• Portacath, removal
• Removal of benign skin lesions
• Sigmoidoscopy
• Sports hernia repair
• Surgery for pilonidal sinus
• Thyroid lobectomy
• Total thyroidectomy
• Umbilical hernia repair
• Venefit procedure (keyhole surgery, radiofrequency ablation) for varicose veins
• Varicose vein surgery of all types, including for recurrent varicose veins
Current consultant NHS hospital held
• Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust
Year qualified
• 1977
Qualifications
• MB ChB University of Birmingham 1977
• MRCP Royal College of Physicians 1980
• FRCS Royal College of Surgeons 1982
• FRCS Ed Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 1982
• MD University of Birmingham 1985
• FRCP Royal College of Physicians 2001
Additional training
• Fellow in Vascular Surgery University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada, 1990-91
Details of entry to Specialist Register
• General Surgery, 1991
Affiliations / memberships
• Royal College of Surgeons of England
• Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Royal College of Physicians
• British Association of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons
• Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland
About me
David Ratliff is a very experienced general, endocrine, laparoscopic and vascular surgeon with over 27 years experience as a consultant in these fields. He was initially a consultant at the Leicester Royal Infirmary from 1991-94 and then moved to Northampton where he has been working at the Northampton General (NGH) and BMI Three Shires Hospitals since 1994.
During his career David has led the progressive development and delivery of the general, endocrine and vascular surgical services in Northampton as high quality services with very good outcomes and a national reputation for clinical excellence.
He has extensive experience in managing all general surgical conditions including hernias, gallbladder disease, anorectal problems including haemorrhoids and anal fissure, abdominal pain, pilonidal sinus and removal of lumps and bumps. He is an expert in laparoscopic cholecystectomy, laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair and hernia repairs of all types.
David is a high volume endocrine surgeon, carrying out surgery for benign thyroid disease, thyroid cancer and parathyroid surgery with excellent results and an activity in the top 10-15% procedures nationally. He is a leading specialist in the management of thyroid cancer.
He has extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of all vascular problems including circulatory and venous conditions. He is an expert in the treatment of varicose veins by keyhole surgery and injection sclerotherapy, and also of spider and thread veins. He has wide experience in vascular access and the insertion of portacaths and central lines for chemotherapy.
He led the vascular service at NGH for over 20 years, introducing a wide range of new procedures and the latest technology and techniques. This resulted in major improvements and the formation of the Northamptonshire Vascular Service in 2012 with Northampton as the vascular centre.
David has maintained a strong commitment to high professional standards and continuing professional development with up-to-date specialist knowledge throughout his career. He was an Examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons and Intercollegiate Specialty Board in General Surgery for 16 years and Clinical Director of the Department of Surgery at NGH from 2001-2005. He has also maintained an active interest in clinical research and has been the author of over 35 publications.
He was awarded a National Silver Award for Clinical Excellence in 2008 and before that a National Bronze Award for Clinical Excellence in 2004.
David’s approach is very professional and patient-focussed. He communicates well and keeps you fully informed and involved in decision making at every stage. He concentrates his considerable knowledge and experience to offer you his opinion and expert treatment, based on your needs and requirements. His primary objective is to provide his patients with the best possible outcomes for their problems.
Professional bodies (positions held - last 3 yrs)
• Examiner, Intercollegiate Specialty Board in General Surgery, 2013-2017
• Chair, East Midlands Thyroid Cancer Sub-Group, 2010-2013
Research interests
• Endocrine surgery
• General surgery
• Vascular surgery
Personal interests
I am married with two children. As well as spending time with my family I enjoy tennis, skiing, sailing and travel.
Awards received
David was awarded a National Silver Award for Clinical Excellence in 2008 and a National Bronze Award for Clinical Excellence in 2004.
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