Mr Stephen Ball is a consultant vascular and endovascular surgeon at Manchester Royal Infirmary, part of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. He sees private patients at The Wilmslow Hospital and treats arterial and venous conditions.

His clinical practice includes open and endovascular repair of aortic aneurysms, bypass surgery for peripheral arterial disease and carotid artery surgery. He also offers minimally invasive treatments for varicose veins and has established a community-based NHS varicose vein service.

During his training, Mr Ball completed a PhD at the University of Manchester examining carotid artery disease and stroke prevention. He maintains an interest in vascular research alongside his clinical work. His qualifications include MBChB and FRCS in Vascular Surgery.

Mr Ball has completed a postgraduate certificate in medical education and contributes to the development of medical professionals. He has also undertaken a course in Digital Transformation in Healthcare at Imperial College London, reflecting his interest in service development as well as vascular surgery.