Mr Rhys Thomas is a leading Consultant General and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon with extensive expertise in general, upper GI, hernia, and laparoscopic surgery. He is based at Croydon University Hospital for the NHS and also practices privately at London Bridge Hospital. Mr Thomas specialises in treating all kinds of hernias and the acute management of gallstones. He has a keen interest in abdominal wall hernia surgery and has established a multidisciplinary team at Croydon University Hospital for the management of complex hernias.

Mr Thomas gained his medical qualification in 2003 from Imperial College School of Medicine. Following this, he embarked on extensive training, including roles as a Senior House Officer at Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford (2005-2007), Specialist Registrar in Upper GI and Bariatric Surgery as part of the South West Thames training rotation (2007-2015), and Clinical Fellow in Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery at Royal Surrey Hospital, Guildford (2009-2011).

Since 2015, Mr Thomas has been based at Croydon University Hospital, where he serves as the Lead Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Surgeon. He is dedicated to developing the service to benefit local patients. Although he most often performs keyhole surgery, Mr Thomas strives to provide a tailored, patient-centred approach when devising treatment plans to ensure the right operation is chosen for each patient. He is also responsible for developing the anti-reflux surgical service at Croydon University Hospital, which continues to thrive.

Outside of work, Mr Thomas enjoys playing golf, boasting a single-figure handicap, and going for a cycle.