General Surgery
Trusted processes for elective recovery across the NHS
Our Understanding of
General Surgery
General Surgery is a broad specialty that encompasses the assessment, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of surgical conditions. Within the NHS, General Surgery services are under increasing pressure due to growing elective demand, the need to reduce long waits, and the challenge of balancing emergency and elective workload. Delays in treatment can lead to worsening symptoms, reduced quality of life, and greater pressure on emergency pathways.
At NCI, we recognise that General Surgery requires a patient-centred approach, with experienced consultants and multi-disciplinary teams delivering safe, effective, and timely care. The specialty often involves high demand for diagnostic procedures, day case operations, and inpatient surgery. Our approach is to integrate seamlessly with NHS Trusts to deliver additional elective capacity while ensuring continuity of care, patient safety, and adherence to established pathways.
Our Approach to
General Surgery Insourcing
- Outpatient clinics (new and follow-up)
- Endoscopy lists
- Day case procedures
- Complex inpatient surgery
Clinically-Led Delivery
All General Surgery services are led by experienced Consultant Surgeons with proven expertise in both elective and emergency pathways. They are supported by multidisciplinary theatre, ward, and outpatient teams who understand the operational and clinical requirements of NHS environments.
Pathway Integration
We adopt existing local pathways and protocols, working closely with Trust governance teams to ensure seamless integration. From pre-operative assessment through to follow-up, our clinicians and managers align with Trust policies and reporting frameworks.
Focus on
Patient Safety
Patient safety is central to our service delivery. We apply robust clinical governance procedures, including incident reporting, morbidity and mortality reviews, and compliance with NICE and Royal College guidelines. All activity is monitored through our quality management systems to provide assurance to our partner Trusts.
Elective Recovery Support
Our insourcing model provides immediate additional capacity to reduce backlogs in:
Sustainable
Impact
Beyond delivering waiting list activity, we work with Trusts to identify areas for service improvement, pathway optimisation, and long-term productivity gains. Our goal is to create lasting improvements rather than short-term fixes.
Key Benefits of
Partnering with NCI
Rapid mobilisation of highly skilled surgical teams
Adherence to Trust protocols, governance, and IT systems
No reliance on third-party recruitment agencies; all clinicians are directly recruited and vetted by NCI
Transparent and competitive pricing with no hidden costs
Local workforce solutions to minimise travel, reduce environmental impact, and support community integration
Scope of General Surgery
Services We Provide
Our teams are experienced in delivering high-quality elective care across a broad range of sub-specialties, including:
Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
Colorectal Surgery
Hernia and Abdominal Wall Surgery
Minor General Surgical Procedures