Mr Chris Johnston PhD FRCS FRCP

Consultant Transplant & General Surgeon


I offer keyhole gallbladder surgery, hernia repair and advanced endoscopy (ERCP) privately at Spire Murrayfield and Spire Shawfair Park Hospitals in Edinburgh. Self-funding and insured patients are welcome, and consultations by video can be arranged if travelling is difficult.

Every consultation, operation and follow-up appointment is delivered by me personally. More about me

Mr Chris Johnston PhD FRCS FRCP

Gallbladder Surgery (Cholecystectomy)

Keyhole gallbladder removal for gallstones, including bile duct stones and complex gallstone problems.


Advanced Endoscopy (ERCP)

Endoscopic treatment of bile duct stones and jaundice. I perform ERCP on a weekly basis, with experience of more than 1,500 procedures.

Hernia Surgery

Rapid diagnosis and treatment of inguinal, umbilical and incisional hernias

Appointment booking



Consultations usually within 7 days

Surgery usually within 3 weeks

GP referral not needed unless your insurer requires one

Recognised by all major insurers


Self-funding and insured patients welcome