Dixon, who carried out unnecessary and damaging pelvic mesh procedures on women at Southmead Hospital and Spire Hospital in Bristol, was found by the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service to have “knowingly concocted” false clinical notes to mislead investigations and legal proceedings.

The tribunal described his behaviour as “premeditated and sustained” dishonesty and said he had shown no meaningful insight into the consequences of his actions.

Linda Millband, national head of clinical negligence group actions at Thompsons Solicitors, said: “We welcome the tribunal’s decision to strike Anthony Dixon off the register.

“Whilst it’s disappointing that it has taken this long, we are pleased that his conduct has finally been recognised for what it was. Our clients have lived with the consequences of his actions for years, and this decision provides some measure of justice.

“Anthony Dixon should never be allowed to practise medicine again.”

Thompsons Solicitors has acted on behalf of more than 100 women affected by Dixon’s surgery. The firm has already successfully settled over 100 cases against Spire, and is in the process of bringing a further 15 claims against the NHS.

Linda Millband added: “These figures demonstrate the sheer extent of the harm caused by Anthony Dixon over the course of his career — both whilst working at Spire and for the NHS.

“We are proud to have supported more than 100 clients in securing justice in recognition of their suffering, and we remain committed to helping those still going through the legal process.”