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Mr Aruna Munasinghe

MBBS, BSc, ChM, FRCS (Gen Surg)

General Surgeon

Live bookings available

24 years of experience

Harrow, HA1 3RX

(+4 more)

60 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Paul Kirk, Mr Shobhit Verma and 17 other professionals

4.99

/5

(318 reviews)

Live bookings available

24 years of experience

Harrow, HA1 3RX

(+4 more)

60 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Paul Kirk, Mr Shobhit Verma and 17 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Gastric Bypass
79
6
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
74
6
Gastric Sleeve
69
2

Contact

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About Mr Aruna Munasinghe

Mr. Aruna Munasinghe is a Consultant General Laparoscopic Surgeon, with a special interest in Upper GI and Weight Loss Surgery. He has an NHS base at Bedfordshire Hospitals where he is the Clinical Lead for Safety and Clinical Governance, and the welfare of his patients' is at the heart of all of his practice.

Mr. Munasinghe qualified from Guy's & St Thomas's Hospital, and has enjoyed outstanding Postgraduate Training in London, the South East and the West Midlands. He undertook a period of research at Imperial College London and a fellowship in Bariatric and Complex Upper GI Surgery at St George's Hospital, London.

In addition to maintaining high standards in his NHS and Private Practice, he is also a passionate educator and is a trainer in Bariatric Surgery, Keyhole Hernia Repair, Trauma and Endoscopy.

Mr. Munasinghe is pleased to offer a large range of common general surgical procedures which will be performed through a keyhole route wherever possible to minimise pain and for a faster recovery. His main areas of interest are in the treatment of Obesity, Reflux Disease, Gallstones and Hernia. He is happy to see patients of varying complexity, for both primary and revision (redo-) procedures.


Subspecialties

  • Upper GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery
  • Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
  • Weight Loss & Bariatric Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(503)
Skill Endorsements
(122)

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Gastric Bypass
79
6
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
74
6
Gastric Sleeve
69
2
Inguinal Hernia
50
4
Weight Loss
41
1
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
27
9
Gallstones
29
3
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
18
9
Hernia
20
6
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
26
Gallstone Surgery
15
2
Mini Gastric Bypass
13
2
Obesity
9
5
Endoscopy (OGD)
10
2
General Surgery
1
8
Video Consultation
5
3
Open Hernia Repair
3
5
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
2
4
Hiatus Hernia
3
3
Laparoscopy
1
5
Acid Reflux Surgery
6
Umbilical Hernia Repair
4
2
Umbilical (Belly-Button) Hernia
5
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
4
Femoral Hernia
4
Nissen's Fundoplication
1
3
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
4
Hiatus Hernia Repair
4
Gastric Banding
2
1
Appendicectomy
3
Inguinal Hernia Repair
3
Gastroscopy
1
1
Gastric Balloon
2
Weight Loss Programme
2
Gallbladder Disease
1
1
Anti-Reflux Surgery
2
Abdominal (Ventral) Hernia
2
Colonoscopy
1
Heart Burn
1
Liver Biopsy
1
Gastrointestinal Cancers
1
Acid Reflux (Heartburn)
1
Reflux
1
Weight Management
1
Metabolic Surgery
1
Excision of Lymph Nodes
1
Revisional Bariatric Surgery
1
Gallbladder Polyp
1
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty
1
Gallbladder Disease (Medical Management)
1
Oesophageal and Stomach Surgery
Skin Lesion Treatments
Diagnostic Laparoscopy
Spigelian Hernia
Lumps and Bumps Removal
Laparoscopic Bilateral Hernia Surgery
Incisional Hernia Repair
Adhesiolysis
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Recurrent Hernia
Adhesions
Abdominal Wall Defects
GORD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Healthy Living Advice
Achalasia Surgery
Pancreatitis
Lipoma Removal
Weight Gain
Laparoscopic Appendicectomy
Abdominal Reconstruction
Lipoma
Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Moles and Skin Tags)
Appendicitis
No Mesh Hernia Repair

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6029084


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 2001


Qualifications

Education:

  • Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
  • Master of Surgery, Unversity of Edinburgh
  • Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, Guy's, King's and St Thomas' School of Medicine, University of London

Memberships:

  • Association of Upper GI Surgeons (AUGIS)
  • British Obesity & Metabolic Surgery Society (BOMSS)
  • International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
  • Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS)
  • General Medical Council (GMCBritish Medical Association (BMA)

Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • Cigna
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • AXA Health
  • Healix Health Services

Fees

  • New appointment

    £200
  • Follow-up appointment

    £150
*May vary on location

Locations

The Clementine Churchill Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

The Clementine Churchill Hospital, Sudbury Hill, Harrow, United Kingdom, HA1 3RX

4.80(2255 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
15:30 - 20:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
15:30 - 20:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Spire Harpenden Hospital

Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP

4.87(1313 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
18:00 - 20:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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The Cobham Clinic

Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ

4.73(268 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
08:00 - 18:00
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

One Stop Healthcare

One Medical House, Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, HP2 7YU

4.81(6614 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
18:30 - 20:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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One Hatfield Hospital

Hatfield Avenue Hatfield business Park, Hatfield, United Kingdom, AL10 9UA

4.79(2577 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
18:00 - 20:00
Thursday
08:00 - 12:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Gastric Bypass
79
6
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
74
6
Gastric Sleeve
69
2

Contact

Book online

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Aruna Munasinghe is friendly, professional, and clear in his explanations, helping patients feel at ease. He provides thorough information on procedures such as gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, and various hernia repairs, leading to confident patient decisions and successful outcomes. Patients highlight his skill, knowledgeable approach, and compassionate manner, contributing to excellent recovery and positive experiences. Individuals seeking treatment for weight loss and different hernia conditions report outstanding results.

5
verified patient
17 Jun 2026

Initial contact was excellent. I felt at ease and felt comfortable with his knowledge, and felt that I would be in good hands.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
11 Jun 2026

Mr Aruna Munasinghe was very professional and understanding. I am an anxious patient and he was very understanding.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
09 Jun 2026

I had gastric sleeve surgery by Mr Aruna Munasinghe. in Feb 2015. He was incredibly thouogh, very professional and kind. I was reassured and was incredibly greatfull and would highly recommend him.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
08 Jun 2026

Mr Munasinghe and the staff at the hospital made me feel very at ease before my operation. He talked me through what they would do and any potential risks etc. Once done the staff looked after me so well. Definitely a good experience for someone that is not very keen on hospitals.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
06 Jun 2026

From the beginning Mr Munasinghe was polite, informative and the overall experience was excellent.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
05 Jun 2026

I had a wonderful consultation with Mr Aruna Munasinghe. He explained everything so clearly which was very enlightening and informative. He was a great help.

5
verified patient
05 Jun 2026

At every appointment, Mr Munasinghe explained everything thoroughly and carefully. When there was an issue during my recovery, my appointment with him was careful and reassuring.

5
verified patient
01 Jun 2026

Mr Munasinghe was friendly, cooperative, and clear in his explanations. He also provided me with all the available options, ensuring I was well informed.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
29 May 2026

Doctor is very informative, straight to the point and make you feel at ease

5
verified patient
29 May 2026

Extremely polite and professional

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Skill Endorsements

20 May 2026
Endorsed for
Video Consultation
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery

Dr Paul Kirk

Dr Paul Kirk

Cardiologist
Is a colleague

A dedicated professional with exceptional skills in GI surgery . Great Clinician and an outstanding teacher.

10 Mar 2026
Endorsed for
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
General Surgery

Mr Shobhit Verma

Mr Shobhit Verma

Orthopaedic Surgeon

First class surgeon with excellent laparoscopic skills and a clear commitment to quality, governance and education in surgery.

17 Feb 2026
Endorsed for
Video Consultation
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery

Mr Barnaby Barrass

Mr Barnaby Barrass

Urologist
Is a colleague

An exceptional surgeon and colleague. He combines excellent clinical judgement with a calm, patient-centred approach.

07 Feb 2026
Endorsed for
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
General Surgery
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux

Dr Sudeep Tanwar

Dr Sudeep Tanwar

Gastroenterologist
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09 April 2024

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What are Mr Aruna Munasinghe's reviews like?

Mr Aruna Munasinghe's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 318 reviews.

What languages does Mr Aruna Munasinghe speak?

Mr Aruna Munasinghe speaks English

Where is Mr Aruna Munasinghe located?

Mr Aruna Munasinghe primarily practices at The Clementine Churchill Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at The Clementine Churchill Hospital, Sudbury Hill, Harrow, United Kingdom, HA1 3RX
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What are Mr Aruna Munasinghe working hours?

Mr Aruna Munasinghe is working Monday (18:00 - 20:00), Tuesday (18:30 - 20:00), Wednesday (08:00 - 18:00, 18:00 - 20:00), Thursday (08:00 - 12:00), Friday (15:30 - 20:00)

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