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Mr Aruna Munasinghe

MBBS, BSc, ChM, FRCS (Gen Surg)

General Surgeon

24 years of experience

Harrow, HA1 3RX

(+4 more)

52 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Barnaby Barrass, Dr Sudeep Tanwar and 14 other professionals

4.99

/5

(286 reviews)

24 years of experience

Harrow, HA1 3RX

(+4 more)

52 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Barnaby Barrass, Dr Sudeep Tanwar and 14 other professionals

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Endorsements
Gastric Bypass
78
6
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
73
5
Gastric Sleeve
67
2

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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

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Reviews
(456)
Endorsements
(117)

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Gastric Bypass
78
6
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
73
5
Gastric Sleeve
67
2
Inguinal Hernia
43
4
Weight Loss
41
1
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
20
8
Gallstones
22
3
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
25
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
14
8
Hernia
14
6
Mini Gastric Bypass
13
2
Obesity
9
5
Gallstone Surgery
12
2
Endoscopy (OGD)
7
2
General Surgery
1
7
Video Consultation
5
2
Open Hernia Repair
2
5
Hiatus Hernia
3
3
Laparoscopy
1
5
Acid Reflux Surgery
6
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
1
4
Umbilical (Belly-Button) Hernia
5
Umbilical Hernia Repair
3
2
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
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
Inguinal Hernia Repair
1
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty
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

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £200
  • Follow-up appointment: £150

Insurers

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

Location

All locations for Mr Aruna Munasinghe

The Clementine Churchill Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

4.79

(2044)

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

4.86

(1177)

Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP

4.73

(257)

Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ

4.82

(6084)

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

4.79

(2002)

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

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Aruna Munasinghe offers a professional and friendly experience, demonstrating great patience and a reassuring manner. Patients value his thorough explanations for procedures, feeling informed and confident with treatments like bariatric surgery and hernia repair. His clear communication regarding expectations before, during, and after surgery, coupled with effective post-operative support, leads to smooth recoveries and positive outcomes. Most patient outcomes involve successful weight loss from gastric bypass and gastric sleeve procedures.

5.0
verified patient
20 Mar 2026

Mr Munasinghe was very clear of his diagnosis. He was very sympathetic and helpful.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
17 Mar 2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Truly Outstanding Surgeon I was recently under the care of Mr. Munasinghe for a complex operation involving the removal of my pancreas as well as a hernia repair. From my very first consultation, he was charming, thoughtful, and incredibly reassuring. He took the time to explain every step of the process clearly, which immediately made me feel safe and confident in his care. The procedure itself was completed within a day, and throughout my recovery I felt completely supported. His professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care made an enormous difference during what could have been a very daunting experience. I am deeply grateful to Mr. Munasinghe for his exceptional care, kindness, and expertise. Patrick F.

5.0
verified patient
16 Mar 2026

Mr Munasinghe was very clear in explaining the medical situation at our original consultancy meeting, includng outlining the options open to me. In doing so he listened and responded to the questions asked thus enabling a constructive two way conversation. He was equally attentive, pre and post surgery, on the day of the actual operation and susequent final consultancy meeting..

5.0
verified patient
04 Mar 2026

Good excellent

5.0
verified patient
02 Mar 2026

Gallbladder removal. Great experience and healing very nicely.

5.0
verified patient
26 Feb 2026

Very kind patient Doctor Explained things throughly Spent time with me.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
23 Feb 2026

I booked an appointment with Mr Munasinghe for a second opinion. He explained the options thoroughly and offered guidance that was far clearer than what I had received from the previous surgeon. His approach gave me the confidence I needed to proceed with the procedure. The surgery went exactly as planned, and my recovery unfolded just as he had described. I would highly recommend Mr Munasinghe.

5.0
verified patient
20 Feb 2026

Great explanation perfect attention. Very reassuring

Patient seen for:
4.7
verified patient
20 Feb 2026

The surgeon team was fantastic .explained the procedure and followed me up before I left the ward. The nursing team especially the HCA need to be more caring and be empathetic in relation to their patients. At times they did not introduce them selves, my curtains were left open and privacy was not respected.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
15 Feb 2026

Mr Munasinghe was very good at explaining what he was going to do, I felt completely confident that I was in good hands and there would be a satisfactory outcome. I was interested to see the procedure so he took photos and following the surgery brought them in to explain what he had done, he is clearly passionate about his work. I recovered very quickly with minimal pain and was able to go back to work and the gym after the recovery period. He called me to check that all had healed as expected and offered a check up which I declined as I didn't feel I needed it.

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Endorsements

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
We trained together

Mr Munasinghe is an experienced, meticulous and dedicated colleague who practices an evidence based, patient centred approach to his practise. With patients, he is caring, attentive and advocates on their behalf. It is a pleasure and privilege to have him as a colleague.

29 Sep 2025
Endorsed for
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Hernia Repair

Mr Alan Askari

Mr Alan Askari

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

Well respected surgeon and a wonderful colleague.

30 Aug 2025
Endorsed for
General Surgery
Gastrointestinal Cancers

Dr Anup Vinayan

Dr Anup Vinayan

Oncologist
Is a colleague
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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 286 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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