Alfredo Fausto Tonsi
Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon
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The Montefiore Spire Hospital
2 Montefiore Road
Brighton and Hove
BN3 1RD - 07904 793664
- dralfredotonsipa@gmail.com
Mr. Alfredo Tonsi is a Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, NHS, specializing in the surgical treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and rectal cancer. He is an expert in advanced minimally invasive surgery, having undergone extensive training during his Higher Surgical Training in London and the South West Thames region, which he completed in 2015.
Mr. Tonsi received further specialist training in complex anal fistula repair, inflammatory bowel disease surgery, low rectal cancer, pouch surgery, and deep endometriosis at prestigious institutions, including St. Mark’s Hospital, St. George’s Hospital, and St. Thomas’ Hospital in London.
In 2012, he was awarded a PhD following a scientific collaboration with the University of Verona, Italy, which focused on the association between familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) and primary duodenal cancer. His research contributed to several significant publications.
With over 4,500 general and colorectal surgical procedures to his name, Mr. Tonsi has extensive experience performing:
- Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
- Piles Surgery
- Complex anal fistula repair
- Abdominal wall hernia repairs
He is a nationally accredited trainer in colonoscopy under the JAG Endoscopy Training System and played a pivotal role at the Royal Derby Endometriosis Centre, which earned accreditation from the British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy in 2021. He is also an active member of the European Endometriosis League.
Currently, Mr. Tonsi serves as the Surgical IBD Lead at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, where he works in close collaboration with gastroenterologists and dietitians to optimize care for Crohn’s disease patients. He also holds the title of Honorary Senior Lecturer at the Brighton and Sussex Medical School.
In addition to his clinical work, Mr. Tonsi is pursuing a Diploma in Football Medicine through an online course supported by the FIFA Medical Network, further expanding his knowledge in sports medicine and health.
All Professionals at The Gut Clinic UK have an extensive experience and offers latest evidence-based techniques in treating gut pathologies. Mr Tonsi provides consultation at Nuffield Brighton Hospital and The Montefiore Spire Hospital in Hove BN3 1RD
Initial consultation fees beginning at £250
Iqbal Khan
Consultant Gastroenterologist
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BMI Three Shires
The Avenue
Cliftonville
Northampton NN1 5DR - 07913 898085
- moira.hillman2@circlehealthpartners.co.uk
About Dr. Khan
Dr. Iqbal Khan, a distinguished Consultant Gastroenterologist affiliated with Northampton General Hospital and holding the esteemed position of Honorary Senior Lecturer at the Universities of Oxford and Leicester. Dr. Khan’s illustrious career spans leadership roles in Endoscopy and Gastroenterology services, where he oversaw the efficient operations of a bustling endoscopy unit catering to a population nearing half a million, with a primary focus on GI cancer patient care.
In his comprehensive medical practice, Dr. Khan addresses a wide spectrum of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and General (internal) Medicine concerns. His expertise encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of GI cancer, abdominal pain, liver disease, pancreatic disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, nutritional issues, and weight management.
With a keen interest in GI cancer and endoscopy, Dr. Khan exhibits exceptional proficiency in various endoscopic procedures, including feeding tube placement, stricture dilatation, stent insertion, polypectomy, variceal banding, and ERCP.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Khan is deeply committed to medical education and mentorship. He actively participates in the training of medical students and junior doctors, leveraging his vast experience and knowledge. Furthermore, Dr. Khan is an accomplished author of several medical publications and serves as a moderator for a specialized web application aimed at supporting medical trainees. Additionally, he plays a pivotal role in a mentorship program tailored for aspiring medical students.
Dr. Khan’s academic journey began in Birmingham, where he received his education before obtaining his medical degree (MBChB), BSc (Dual Hons), and PhD from the University of Sheffield. His doctoral research delved into the mechanisms underlying abdominal pain and nausea symptoms in patients. Prior to assuming his consultant role, Dr. Khan underwent rigorous specialist training across prominent hospitals in the West Midlands.
All Professionals at The Gut Clinic UK have an extensive experience and offers latest evidence-based techniques in treating gut pathologies. Dr. Iqbal Khan provides consultation at BMI Three Shires Hospital The Avenue Cliftonville Northampton NN1 5DR.
Initial consultation fees beginning at £200
Alex Leo
Consultant General, Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Surgeon
- 1 Welbeck Street, Marylebone London (UK), W1G 0AR
- 0044(0)7553061849
- info@alexleosurgery.com
About Mr. Leo
Mr Alex Leo is a consultant general, colorectal and pelvic floor surgeon at The Royal London Hospital. He has a specialist interest in pelvic floor disorders, proctology and other areas of benign
colorectal pathology as well as laparoscopy, non-invasive surgical procedures .
He graduated at the University of Perugia, Italy in 2008. He completed his trainee in General and Colorectal Surgery in 2015 gaining a diploma with honours and an MD in General Surgery from the University of Udine, Italy. Motivated by the international reputation of St Mark’s Hospital, Mr Leo has then moved to the UK and he has worked at St Mark’s from 2015 to 2018 as Specialist Registrar having a fellowship with Miss Carolynne Vaizey in Physiology and Neuromodulation. In 2020 he has achieved an MD at Imperial College of London, discussing a thesis on the diagnosis and treatment of faecal incontinence and preserves a strong research interest in this field. He has published around 50
peer reviewed papers and textbook chapters on pelvic floor and colorectal disorders. He has presented widely on these subjects at national and international meetings. In 2020 he was
appointed as Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon at Northwick Park supporting the pelvic floor unit at St Mark’s Hospital. In 2023, Mr Leo was awarded as Fellow of European Board of Surgery in Coloproctology (FEBS) by the European Society of Colorectal Surgery (ESCP): this is one of the highest qualifications in surgery, confirming skills and knowledge in Coloproctology. He then moved to The Royal London Hospital where he leads the Pelvic Floor Department and continues his career as colorectal surgeon in central London.
All Professionals at The Gut Clinic UK have an extensive experience and offers latest evidence-based techniques in treating gut pathologies. Mr Alex Leo provides consultation at 1 Welbeck Street, Marylebone London (UK)W1G 0AR
Initial consultation fees beginning at £300
Simon Radley
Consultant General Surgeon
- Priory Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 7UG
- 0121 7169034
- k.thomas@medmin.co.uk
About Mr. Radley
Mr. Radley graduated from the University of Birmingham in 1985 with Honours in Surgery. After completing his house officer posts in Birmingham, he assumed the role of a lecturer in anatomy at the University of Birmingham. Following Senior House Officer training, he engaged in research on colorectal cancer, submitting a thesis that earned him an MD from the University of Birmingham.
His journey continued with registrar surgical training in general and colorectal surgery in the West Midlands, culminating in specialized training at St. Marks Hospital in London. Simultaneously, he embarked on an overseas traveling fellowship to the USA, studying rectal cancer treatments with grants from the International College of Surgeons and Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Upon completing his training, Mr. Radley assumed the position of Senior Lecturer in Colorectal Surgery at Birmingham University and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. In April 2002, he became an NHS Consultant Colorectal Surgeon. His extensive publications, particularly on functional bowel disorders, showcase his contribution to the field. He served as the Clinical Service Lead for Gastro-intestinal Surgery at University Hospital Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, playing a pivotal role in introducing laparoscopic colorectal surgery and enhanced surgical recovery protocols.
Notably, Mr. Simon Radley played a crucial role in establishing the Birmingham Bowel Clinic, the first private centre of excellence for managing bowel conditions in the West Midlands. The clinic boasts a team of highly qualified specialists offering a comprehensive, integrated service with a multidisciplinary approach to the management of bowel conditions.
All Professionals at The Gut Clinic UK have an extensive experience and offers latest evidence-based techniques in treating gut pathologies. Mr Radley provides consultation at The Clinics at Circle Priory Hospital and HCA The Harborne Hospital,Birmingham.
Initial consultation fees beginning at £300
Jonathan Richardson
Consultant Colorectal & General Surgeon
- Priory Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 7UG
- 0121 7169031
- t.moloney@medmin.co.uk
About Mr. Richardson
Mr. Jonathan J.R. Richardson is an experienced Colorectal and General Surgeon practising in the West Midlands of England.
Mr. Richardson was appointed as a Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, in 2017.
Mr. Richardson has clinical interests across the full range of colorectal and general surgery. He has a major interest in the management of colorectal cancer and the use of laparoscopic surgical techniques. He is a high-volume colorectal cancer resection surgeon with excellent patient outcomes. He also undertakes complex surgery for the management of locally advanced colorectal cancer. Mr. Richardson is a core member of the Colorectal Cancer Multi-disciplinary Team and is the Clinical Lead for Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS). Mr. Richardson holds the management position of Audit Lead for the Surgical Directorate and strives to attain optimal patient outcomes.
Mr. Richardson has undertaken a period of research and he was the Chief Investigator of a translational research study which successfully characterised systemic neutrophil function in patients undergoing colorectal cancer resection. He presented the results of his research internationally and was awarded the prestigious European Society for Surgical Research Best Clinical Research Award. He was awarded an MD from the University of Birmingham for his thesis submission and his research has been published in peer reviewed medical journals.
Mr. Richardson is heavily involved in clinical research. He is the Principal Investigator and Co-investigator of multiple NIHR portfolio studies and is consistently one of the highest recruiters to clinical trials at University Hospitals Birmingham. In addition, Mr. Richardson has published and presented widely on a variety of colorectal and general surgical conditions contributing to the surgical academic literature.
Mr. Richardson has an extensive experience in organising and delivering teaching. During surgical training he formalised his teaching skills and he was awarded a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education. In his current Consultant position, Mr. Richardson is the Lead Undergraduate Surgical Tutor and a Senior Clinical Examiner at the University of Birmingham and he has been appointed as an Honorary Associate Professor at the University of Birmingham. Mr. Richardson is a GMC accredited Named Educational Supervisor and the Faculty Lead for the Royal College of Surgeons Basic Surgical Skills course.
All Professionals at The Gut Clinic UK have an extensive experience and offers latest evidence-based techniques in treating gut pathologies. Mr Richardson provides consultation Priory Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 7UG
Initial consultation fees beginning at £300
Umar Shariff
Consultant General & Colorectal Surgeon
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Spire Parkway Hospital,
1 Damson Parkway,
Solihull, B91 2PP - 0121 686 8970
- gillwyatt@protonmail.com
About Mr. Shariff
Mr Umar Shariff is a Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon at Good Hope Hospital, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, and The Priory and Edgbaston Hospitals.
Mr Shariff studied medicine at the University of Sheffield graduating MB ChB in 2003. During this time he also attained an intercalated BSc (Neurosciences) at Imperial College, University of London. Upon completion of house officer posts he became an anatomy lecturer at the University of Sheffield.
Mr Shariff completed specialist General and Colorectal Surgery training in South Yorkshire and the West Midlands. He was granted a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2015. During training he undertook a period of research, receiving an Ethicon EndoSurgery educational grant as a clinical research fellow at the Royal London and Princess Grace Hospitals. He was awarded an MD for his thesis on cognitive surgical skills training in colorectal surgery, presenting his research nationally and internationally.
He was also awarded overseas travelling fellowships to New York and Boston (Royal Society of Medicine), Washington D.C, USA and Erlangen, Germany to augment his skills in peritoneal malignancy and complete mesocolic excision (CME) surgery for bowel cancer.
Prior to taking up his consultant position, Mr Shariff completed Advanced Colorectal and Peritoneal Malignancy Fellowships at the internationally renowned Basingstoke Peritoneal Malignancy Institute and Mount Sinai & St Margaret Cancer Hospitals, Toronto, Canada. He was subsequently awarded the European Peritoneal Surface Oncology (ESPSO) certification in 2018. He now routinely performs Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC (heated intra-peritoneal chemotherapy) operations as part of an established team with a national referral service, one of only three commissioned units that perform this type of surgery in England.
His principal areas of clinical interest are in treatment of bowel cancer and the management of patients with peritoneal metastases (spread) from appendix and colorectal cancers. Mr Shariff is an experienced laparoscopic surgeon trained in minimal access (keyhole) surgery for colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). He has extensive experience in the management of various colorectal and general surgical conditions. He is also a JAG-accredited endoscopist, specialising in colonoscopy and polyp removal. Mr Shariff has held numerous management roles and currently leads the weekly colorectal cancer and peritoneal multi-disciplinary (MDT) meeting.
He has published widely and presented nationally and internationally in the field of colorectal surgery, peritoneal malignancy and surgical training. Currently, he is involved in collaborative research and his clinical research interests also involve trainee and patient-related multimedia resources. He has been instrumental in the development of innovative training tools for surgical trainees and an online patient peritoneal pathway resource. He has a key interest in teaching, and is a faculty member for the Royal College of Surgeons Basic Surgical Skills (BSS) and Care of the Critically Ill Surgical Patient (CCrISP) courses.
Mr Shariff’s primary aim for his patients is to deliver a first-class service with thorough consultation to any investigation and/or treatment that may be required. An evidence-based, patient-centred approach is at the heart of his practice. Since his appointment, Mr Shariff has been a member of colorectal teams receiving two UHB trust ‘Best in Clinical Care’ Building Healthier Lives awards in 2018 and 2019.
All Professionals at The Gut Clinic UK have an extensive experience and offers latest evidence-based techniques in treating gut pathologies. Mr shariff provides consultation at Spire Parkway Hospital, 1 Damson Parkway, Solihull.
Initial consultation fees beginning at £200
Sanjay Chaudhri
Consultant Colorectal Surgeon
- The Health Suite, 624a Uppingham Road, Leicester, LE7 9QB
- 01162168175
- sanjay@leicesterbowelclinic.co.uk
About Mr. Chaudhri
Mr. Chaudhri is a proficient General and Colorectal Surgeon with a diverse international background. His medical and general surgical qualifications were earned in India, where he also served in the Indian Navy. Upon his arrival in the UK, he pursued further surgical training at renowned academic colorectal units, including the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, Liverpool Royal Hospital, and University Hospital Birmingham.
Mr. Chaudhri’s commitment to continuous learning has led him on various traveling fellowships to destinations such as Toronto, Naples, and Stockholm. His true passion lies in minimally invasive surgery, and he extends this expertise to more than 75 percent of his patients with conditions such as colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and diverticular disease, offering both keyhole and robotic surgical options.
Within the University Hospitals of Leicester, Mr. Chaudhri actively contributes to specialist multidisciplinary teams, including those focused on Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Colorectal Cancer, and Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain. He is also a dedicated member of the Low Rectal Cancer (LOREC) program, where he provides guidance and mentorship to colorectal surgeons in the UK while regularly hosting international fellows.
Mr. Chaudhri’s extensive clinical research background is underscored by his regular presentations at various international and national medical meetings. He is deeply involved in surgical trials and actively participates as a member of the Cohort Studies subcommittee within the European Society of Coloproctology, contributing to advancements in the field.
Mr. Chaudhri’s offers Keyhole Surgery for gallbladder, bowel resection, hernias, releasing painful adhesions, Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery (including colectomy, and rectal resection),Groin and incisional hernia (including complex abdominal wall reconstruction)Proctology (surgery for haemorrhoids and banding, fistulas, fissure and removal of skin tags including HALO, THD and Botox)Rectal prolapse surgery both perineal and abdominal types, Laser ablation pilonidal sinus, fistula in ano and shrinkage of haemorrhoids, Colorectal cancer including robotic surgery for rectal cancer. Management of inflammatory bowel disease including ulcerative colitis (pouch surgery) and Crohn’s disease, Pilonidal sinus management with laser, Complex incisional hernias including fistulas and Haemorrhoid treatment with THD/ HALO or Laser Haemorrhoid surgery.
All Professionals at The Gut Clinic UK have an extensive experience and offers latest evidence-based techniques in treating gut pathologies. Mr. Chaudhri provides consultation at The Health Suite, 624a Uppingham Road, Leicester, LE7 9QB
Initial consultation fees beginning at £200
Majid Bassuni
Consultant of General, Laparoscopic and Colorectal Surgeon
- Bridges Clinic, Bedford Hospital NHS Trust, Bedford MK42 9DJ
- 01234 792000
- majid.bassuni2@nhs.net
About Professor Bassuni
Mr Bassuni currently serves as a General, Laparoscopic, and Colorectal Surgical Consultant at Bedford Hospital. He embarked on his NHS career as a Colorectal Surgeon Consultant at Rotherham Hospital in 2000, following his extensive training at various renowned institutions, including the University Hospital of Wales, Strasbourg (France), University of Puroj (Italy), Alexandria University (Egypt), and King Abdul Aziz University (KSA).
With over 50 publications and presentations featured in peer-reviewed journals and international conferences within the realms of general and colorectal surgery, Mr Bassuni has consistently contributed to the field’s advancement.
His leadership prowess extends both within the United Kingdom and internationally, particularly in the Middle East, where he has been instrumental in establishing comprehensive Colorectal Services. Notably, he recently chaired the surgical division of a prominent Teaching Hospital in Dubai, Emirates.
Mr Bassuni is a trailblazer in the development of innovative surgical techniques for addressing functional bowel and pelvic floor disorders, many of which have been published under his name. He has also spearheaded the implementation of novel services in the UK, including an accredited unit dedicated to treating severe and advanced endometriosis and pelvic floor disorders units in North Trent. Additionally, he has taken on the role of chairing a substantial network of Colorectal Cancer centres in Northern England, where he leads a sizeable team within the Colorectal Cancer Multidisciplinary Team (MDT).
His expertise has earned him the status of an invited visiting professor of colorectal surgery at Mansoura University, Egypt, and the Military Medical Academy of Egypt. He also holds a similar esteemed position within Dubai Health Care City.
All Professionals at The Gut Clinic UK have an extensive experience and offers latest evidence-based techniques in gut pathologies. Mr Bassuni provides consultation at Bridges Clinic, Bedford Hospital NHS Trust, Bedford MK42 9DJ
Initial consultation fees beginning at £200
Ahmed Albusoda
Gastroenterologist, PhD University of London, Honorary senior clinical
- 41-43 Welbeck Street London W1G 8DU
- 020 7377 0939
- contact@dralbusoda.co.uk
About Mr. Albusoda
Dr. Ahmed Albu-Soda is an accomplished gastroenterologist affiliated with The Princess Grace Hospital and Nuffield Health at St Bartholomew’s Hospital. His area of expertise encompasses endoscopy, hepatobiliary conditions, and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Albu-Soda is renowned for his proficiency in diagnosing and treating various digestive disorders and associated symptoms, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), abdominal pain, bloating, heartburn, constipation, diarrhoea, and swallowing difficulties. Dr. Albu-Soda is particularly distinguished for his skill in conducting high-volume endoscopic procedures, covering examinations of the oesophagus, stomach, and colon. He has honed his techniques to provide top-tier examinations while prioritizing patient comfort. Notably, he employs innovative methods like trans nasal endoscopy and underwater colonoscopy to minimize discomfort during procedures. Additionally, his advanced training in abdominal ultrasound has proven invaluable in enhancing the precision of gastroenterological assessments.
His journey in the medical field began with the attainment of his medical qualifications in 2012, followed by specialized training within the esteemed Marie Curie Training Network, where he focused on neuro gastroenterology. Dr. Albu-Soda also pursued a PhD at the University of London, delving into the intricacies of digestive pain. Complementing his extensive education, he completed a postgraduate certificate in general medical ultrasound at King’s College London.
Beyond his clinical commitments, Dr. Albu-Soda is actively engaged in medical education, holding an honorary senior clinical lectureship at Queen Mary University of London. Furthermore, he dedicates himself to cutting-edge research, with recent publications including titles such as ‘The anatomical basis for transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation’ and ‘Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis: Conditioned Pain Modulation in Irritable Bowel Syndrome.’
All Professionals at The Gut Clinic UK have an extensive experience and offers latest evidence-based techniques in treating gut pathologies. Dr. Ahmed Albu-Soda provides consultation at 41-43 Welbeck Street London W1G 8DU and Nuffield Health 38 Giltspur Street London EC1A 7BS.
Initial consultation fees beginning at £250