General Surgeon
Middlesbrough, TS5 7DX
Mr Chakri Munipalle is a Consultant General and Upper GI Laparoscopic Surgeon who works at James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough and the Friarage Hospital in Northallerton. In addition, he maintains an outreach clinic at Guisborough General Hospital. He leads the South Tees NHS Trust's acute laparoscopic cholecystectomy service. Mr Munipalle was shortlisted for Doctify's annual Patient Voice Awards in the Healthcare Professional category for 2023 for his commitment to actively listening to patient experiences and feedback, valuing the insights and suggestions provided by his patients and harnessing their voices as a driving force for positive change.
Mr Munipalle provides Independent Health Sector consultation, endoscopy and surgical treatment at Tees Valley Hospital, Acklam, Middlesbrough. He sees Choose & Book (NHS), Insured and Self-pay patients at this hospital.
His special interests are day case and laparoscopic surgeries.
Mr Munipalle has expertise in a wide range of areas including:
After completing General Surgical training in India, he earned a Master of Surgery (MS). He went on to train in the UK and gained MRCSEd, FRCSEd (Gen Surgery), and Dipolma in laparosocpic Surgery (IRCAD, France). He completed Higher General Surgical training in North East England, and practices as Consultant in NHS and Independent Sector.
Outside of clinical practice, he has interests in teaching and research. He obtained PG certificate in Clinical Education that enables him excel at teaching to medical students, surgeons in training and Healthcare workers.. In recognition of his contribution to teaching, he was awarded Honorary lectureship by Teesside University.
Mr Munipalle conducted original reasearch into Upper GI pathologies, in recongnition of which he was awarded M Phil by Teesside University. He published his research and clinical studies in scientic journals, and presented at various National & International conferences.
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
General Medical Council
No. 6037137
MBBS
Master of Surgery (MS)
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons (FRCSEd)
PG Certificate in Medical Education
Diploma in Laparoscopic Surgery
Memberships:
Royal College of Surgeon (Edinburgh)
Association of Upper GI Surgeons (AUGIS)
Association of Surgeons of GB & I (ASGBI)
All locations
0 %
0 %
0 %
0 %
0 %
*Star rating based on patient reviews
672 reviews
4
The dr answered my questions and was honest and straightforward in his replies. The appointment was quick and efficient and he saw me on time .
5
Excellent, went through everything clearly
5
Very helpful and kind, very relax manner.
5
Really good experience with Mr.munipalle, thank you very much.
5
Straight to the point, efficient and knowledgable
1
I felt like he didn’t really care
I am sorry to hear you felt that way. Can you please contact the hospital to discuss your concerns. If you would like to see a different consultant please let me know and I can arrange that. Kind regards
5
Understanding of the issue and explanation of what is happening first class so reassuring
5
Very understanding of my condition, happy to resolve things.
5
Very good
5
Very friendly and took the time to explain what procedure would be undertaken and why.
Have you worked with this specialist?
1 endorsement
Mr Munipalle has been a wonderful colleague to work with. Always putting his patients' best interest in the heart of what he does, he is a skilled and professional peer. I would highly recommend him.
Mr Aimen Amer
What are Mr Chakri Munipalle's reviews like?
Mr Chakri Munipalle's overall patient rating is 4.92 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 672 reviews
What languages does Mr Chakri Munipalle speak?
Mr Chakri Munipalle speaks English, Hindi, Telugu and Urdu
Where is Mr Chakri Munipalle located?
Mr Chakri Munipalle primarily practices at Tees Valley Hospital, located at Church Ln, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom, TS5 7DX
See more locations
Does Mr Chakri Munipalle accept new patients?
Mr Chakri Munipalle generally accepts new patients.
Get in touch with this specialist to enquire as a new patient