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About Robert Hicks
Personal Profile
Mr Rob Hicks is a highly experienced General and Vascular Surgeon in Northampton, specialising in hernia surgery, varicose vein treatment, and vascular procedures. He has worked at Northampton General Hospital since 2000 and serves as an Associate Medical Director.
He qualified from St Thomas’s Hospital, London in 1989. He completed his surgical training in London before undertaking an overseas fellowship in Australia.
Mr Hicks combines his NHS role with an established private practice across Northampton, Bedford, and Milton Keynes, consulting at:
- Three Shires Hospital, Northampton
- Manor Hospital, Bedford
- Saxon Clinic, Milton Keynes
Specialist Surgical Services
Mr Hicks provides expert care in:
- Vascular surgery
- Hernia repair
- Day-case and minimally invasive procedures
He has particular expertise in:
- Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery
- Local anaesthetic techniques
- Fast recovery day-case treatments
He has also served as Trust Lead for Day Surgery, demonstrating his commitment to efficient, patient-focused care.
Vascular Surgery
Mr Hicks treats a wide range of vascular conditions affecting arteries and veins.
Arterial procedures:
- Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair (open and endovascular)
- Carotid endarterectomy (stroke and TIA prevention)
- Peripheral bypass surgery
He also provides:
- Dialysis access surgery (arteriovenous fistula)
- Vascular access for chemotherapy
- Assessment and treatment of diabetic foot complications
Varicose Vein and Thread Vein Treatment
Mr Hicks has extensive experience in treating varicose veins and thread veins. He offers a full range of modern, minimally invasive treatments:
- Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT)
- Radiofrequency ablation (VNUS)
- Foam sclerotherapy
- Microsclerotherapy
- Surgical vein treatment where appropriate
Hernia Surgery
Mr Hicks specialises in hernia repair for adults and children, using both open and laparoscopic techniques.
He treats:
- Inguinal hernia
- Femoral hernia
- Incisional hernia
- Spigelian hernia
- Sportsman’s groin (Gilmore’s groin)
Procedures can be performed under:
- Local anaesthetic
- General anaesthetic
Additional General Surgery
- Removal of skin lesions and cysts
- Treatment of benign skin conditions
- Minor procedures under local anaesthetic
Charity and Global Health Work
Mr Hicks is the founder of Hernia International Carpenter, a charity improving access to surgical care in Northern Ghana. The initiative focuses on delivering safe and effective hernia treatment in underserved communities.
Clinical Interests
General procedures
- Hernia surgery (laparoscopic and open)
- Local and general anaesthetic techniques
- Sportsman’s groin (Gilmore’s groin)
- Inguinal, femoral, Spigelian, and incisional hernias
- Removal of cysts and benign skin lesions
Vascular procedures
- Varicose veins and thread veins
- VNUS
- Laser (EVLT)
- Foam sclerotherapy
- Microsclerotherapy
- Open surgery
- Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair (open and endovascular)
- Carotid endarterectomy for stroke and TIADiabetic foot management
- Vascular access surgery
- Long-term lines for chemotherapy
- Arteriovenous fistula for dialysis
Additional specialties
- Sportsman’s groin injury
- Renal access surgery for dialysis
- Diabetic surgery
- Aortic aneurysm repair
Professional Memberships
- Royal College of Surgeons (England) (RCS)
- The Vascular Society (VSGBI)
- European society of Vascular Surgery
- European Hernia Society (ESVS)
- British Hernia society (BHS)
- British Association of Day Surgery (BADS)
