Specialities
Approved insurers
Aviva
AXA Health
Healix Health Services
VitalityHealth
WPA
Consultant General Surgeon
10 years’ experience
350+ yearly procedures*
£95 consultation
Practice Plus Group Google rating
Erika Birgiolaite
Ms Birgiolaite is a consultant general surgeon who specialises in laparoscopic and other minimally invasive surgeries. She places great emphasis on safety, clear communication, and personalised treatment plans.
Biography
Ms Erika Birgiolaite is a consultant general surgeon, highly regarded for her meticulous approach and patient-centered care. She places great emphasis on safety, clear communication, and personalised treatment plans, ensuring patients feel well-informed and confident throughout their surgical journey. With a keen eye for detail, she also strives to achieve optimal cosmetic outcomes. Her calm, professional manner offers reassurance at every step, putting patients at ease.
Erika Birgiolaite qualified at Lithuanian University of Health Sciences in 2014. She undertook surgical training in LUHS hospital Kauno Klinikos which she completed in 2019. The major focus of her training was inflammatory bowel disease, laparoscopic colorectal and abdominal surgery. In addition, she attended a surgical training course in Davos, Switzerland and a EAES laparoscopic surgery safety course.
After her training, Ms Birgiolaite worked as a consultant general surgeon in a regional hospital, where she focused on urgent and trauma surgery, laparoscopic and anorectal diseases.
Procedures
Expert in hernia repair surgery
Ms Birgiolaite specialises in laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair, ventral hernia repair and open inguinal hernia repair
Expert in sinus operations
Ms Birgiolaite specialises pilonidal sinus operations
Expert in proctology surgeries
Ms Birgiolaite specialises in treatments of the bowel
Ms Birgiolaite carries out the following procedures:
Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair, laparoscopic ventral hernia repair, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, open inguinal hernia repair, open umbilical or ventral hernia repair, pilonidal sinus operations, haemorrhoidectomy, haemorrhoidal artery ligation, rubber band ligation of haemorrhoids, anal fistula surgery, skin lesion removal.
Qualifications
General surgery
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, 2019
Masters of medicine
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, 2014
Erika also holds an Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification.
Reviews
Naila – general surgery, Ilford
Miss Erika, a surgeon, and her team were absolutely outstanding. Loved the aftercare from the nurse, carer and doctors in Kingfisher Ward. And Miss Erika explained so clearly my operation and answered the many questions we had with amazing patience and confidence.
About me
£95 consultation
Including x-ray, blood tests and swabs
Languages
English, Lithuanian
2020
Started at Practice Plus Group
“I place great emphasis on safety, clear communication, and personalised treatment plans, ensuring patients feel well-informed and confident throughout their surgical journey. I specialise in laparoscopic and other minimally invasive surgeries.”
To book a consultation with Ms Birgiolaite, please call:
Private patients 0330 058 1719
NHS patients 0333 321 1914
Learn more about Erika Birgiolaite
Erika trained as a consultant general surgeon in Lithuania and Switzerland. She specialises in laparoscopic and other minimally invasive surgeries.
Ms Birgiolaite accepts self-pay patients, private medical insurance patients and NHS patients.
A private consultation with Ms Birgiolaite costs just £95. This price includes: an in depth consultation, x-rays, blood tests, swabs and a tailored treatment plan – no GP referral needed, simply call 0330 058 1719 or fill out the form on this page.
Ms Birgiolaite carries out general surgeries, which include: Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair, laparoscopic ventral hernia repair, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, open inguinal hernia repair, open umbilical or ventral hernia repair, pilonidal sinus operations, haemorrhoidectomy, haemorrhoidal artery ligation, rubber band ligation of haemorrhoids, anal fistula surgery and skin lesion removal.
*Average yearly procedures at Practice Plus Group Hospitals. Data from 2023-2024. Figure correct as of 31st December 2024.
Ms Birgiolaite has a meticulous approach to patient-centred care, placing great emphasis on safety. She ensures clear communication and personalised treatment plans, ensuring patients feel well-informed and confident throughout their surgical journey.
Ms Birgiolaite has the following specialist training:
- TAPP (Transabdominal Preperitoneal)
- anal fistula surgery (laser, lift procedure, anal advancement flap)
- IPOM+ (Intraperitoneal Onlay Mesh)
- British day surgery
- British hernia society
- European Hernia Association
- ESCP (European Society of Coloproctology)
- EAES (European Association for Endoscopy).
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FAQs about the consultant
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Where is Erika Birgiolaite located?
Erika Birgiolaite practises at Ilford
Does Erika Birgiolaite accept new patients?
Yes, Erika Birgiolaite is always happy to welcome new patients for General surgery.
Does Erika Birgiolaite accept insured patients?
Yes, Erika Birgiolaite accepts insured patients. The approved insurers are:
AvivaAXA HealthHealix Health ServicesVitalityHealthWPA
Does Erika Birgiolaite accept self-pay patients?
Yes, Erika Birgiolaite is happy to welcome patients seeking General surgery via the self-pay route.
Does Erika Birgiolaite accept NHS patients?
Yes, Erika Birgiolaite accepts NHS General surgery patients.
Do I need a referral to see Erika Birgiolaite?
If you are seeking treatment via the self-pay route, you won’t need a GP referral. NHS patients will need a referral from their GP to access a consultation with Erika Birgiolaite.
Can I pay to see Erika Birgiolaite?
Yes. An initial consultation with Erika Birgiolaite costs £95. This usually takes place a couple of weeks after making your booking enquiry.
What can I expect during my consultation with Erika Birgiolaite?
First, Erika Birgiolaite will need to diagnose your issue and figure out your treatment options.
This will likely involve them carrying out medical tests such as X-rays or blood tests. They may also ask questions about your medical history.
How much does it cost to see Erika Birgiolaite?
It costs £95 to have an initial consultation with Erika Birgiolaite.