Mr Atanu Pal
MBBChir MA MD FRCS MMed
21 years of experience
Cambridge, CB24 9EL
2 connections in healthcare
21 years of experience
Cambridge, CB24 9EL
2 connections in healthcare
About Mr Atanu Pal
Mr Atanu Pal is a Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon with over seven years’ experience, practising at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital. He specialises in robotic, laparoscopic, and open colorectal and general surgery, with experience spanning more than 5,000 procedures, and also serves as a proctor in robotic surgery.
Mr Pal provides comprehensive care for a wide range of conditions, including abdominal wall hernias (inguinal, femoral, umbilical, and incisional), proctological disorders, and the investigation and surgical treatment of colorectal disease. He also works closely with gynaecology teams in the multidisciplinary management of complex endometriosis involving the bowel, offering a collaborative and patient-centred approach.
He studied medicine at the University of Cambridge, graduating with distinction in 2004. He completed higher surgical training in the region and was awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in General Surgery in 2016. Following a research fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, he gained a Doctorate of Medicine, and further advanced his expertise through a colorectal fellowship in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Alongside his clinical practice, Mr Pal is actively involved in surgical and endoscopy training within the NHS and teaches nationally on courses covering trauma care and surgical decision-making. He regularly presents at international conferences and publishes peer-reviewed research. Outside of medicine, he enjoys recreational flying and running.
Subspecialties
- Lower GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery
- Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery
Areas of expertise
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6115676
Royal College of Surgeons
No. 1031570
Education
University of Cambridge
Medicine
Graduated 2004
Qualifications
Masters degree (MA) 2016
Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS)
Doctorate of Medicine (MD) 2018
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Bupa
- Cigna
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- WPA
- Healix Health Services
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
Locations
Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital
30 New Road Impington, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB24 9EL
Reviews
Very pleased with the outcome. Very friendly and helpful and the advice was great.
Such friendly and helpful staff put me at ease. Many thanks
I rate my experience very good,, Mr Atanu Pal made me feel at ease and understanding of what is going to happen.. Very pleased with the everything....
A call to come early which was good , on arrival didn’t have to wait to long , Mr Pal was very friendly after listening to my husband and myself about the problems and what my husband would like to have done Mr PAL explained everything about the operation very clearly so we could understand what would be carried out, very please with visit with Mr Pal
Mr Pal has such a wonderful, calming presence. I felt instantly at ease. He took his time to explain my procedure & potential risks associated. He listened to both mine & my husbands questions with patience & empathy. I feel very safe knowing Mr Pal will be my surgeon
Mr Pal made me feel more confident in handling a difficult situation I find myself in. He has taken control from me by contacting rheumatology to work a timetable that us viable
Extremely professional and thorough with his explanations, making sure I had any questions.
Really professional, efficient, and smooth appointment. Thank you very much.
Great experience. Mr Pal was very knowledgable and answered all the questions I had following surgery. A very good surgeon with great bedside manner.
Very informative and reassuring to my elderly mother. Dr Pal put her at ease, clearly explaining everything and telling her the plan going forward at the same time ensuring she knows that if anything changes she can get in touch with the clinic to arrange another scan or appointment
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Mr Atanu Pal's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 19 reviews.
What languages does Mr Atanu Pal speak?
Mr Atanu Pal speaks English
Where is Mr Atanu Pal located?
Mr Atanu Pal primarily practices at Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital, located at 30 New Road Impington, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB24 9EL
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