Dr Sanchoy Sarkar
FRCP, MBChB, BSc (hons), PhD
Gastroenterologist
32 years of experience
Cheshire, WA4 4LU
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by Mr Subramanian Ravichandran
32 years of experience
Cheshire, WA4 4LU
(+2 more)
3 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Subramanian Ravichandran
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About Dr Sanchoy Sarkar
Dr Sanchoy Sarkar is a highly experienced UK-trained Consultant Gastroenterologist with over 15 years of consultant-level practice. He currently works as an advanced endoscopist at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, one of only three national endoscopy training centres in the UK. He also serves as Clinical Director for the Liverpool and Wirral Bowel Cancer Screening Centre, and holds an Honorary Senior Lectureship at the University of Liverpool.
Dr Sarkar specialises in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, including endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), ERCP, complex colonoscopy (level 4 polypectomy/EMR), and colonic stenting. He is one of the few UK practitioners trained in confocal microlaser endoscopy and plays a leading role in complex polyp removal and rectal cancer staging in Merseyside and Cheshire.
His national roles include being one of only 10 Lead JAG Assessors appointed by the Royal College of Physicians for endoscopy service accreditation. He is a passionate educator, holding IML Level 3 certification in mentorship and regularly teaches at the Mersey School of Endoscopy.
Academically, Dr Sarkar holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree from Manchester University graduating in 1993 and has over 40 peer-reviewed publications focused on gastrointestinal physiology and pain mechanisms.
Subspecialties
- Hepatology•
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) such as ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease•
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)•
- Neuro-Gastroenterology•
- General (Internal) Medicine
- Pancreaticobiliary Medicine (Bile Ducts & Pancreas)
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4029746
Education
University of Manchester
Medicine
Graduated 1993
Qualifications
Dr Sarkar earned his MBChB in 1993 and a BSc (Hons) in Physiology in 1995 from Manchester University. He became a Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) in 1996 and completed a PhD in gastrointestinal physiology and pain mechanisms at Manchester University in 2000.
He was awarded his Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (CCST) in Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine in 2003 and was made a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) in 2008.
Publications
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11 / 04 / 2025
BSG/ACPGBI guidance on the management of colorectal polyps in patients with limited life expectancy
Published in BMJ
03 / 05 / 2024
Substratifying the risk of covert malignancy in significant rectal polyps: Outcomes from a specialist multidisciplinary team (MDT)
Published in Online Library
01 / 01 / 2017
Dual-focus Magnification, High-Definition Endoscopy Improves Pathology Detection in Direct-to-Test Diagnostic Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Published in Core
05 / 02 / 2021
Outcomes and adverse factors for endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) of colorectal polyps in elderly patients
Published in BMJ
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £190
- Follow-up appointment: £110
Insurers
- Benenden Health
- General and Medical
- Bupa Fee Assured
- The Exeter
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- Bupa
- WPA
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
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Reviews
Dr Sarkar is a very good consultant. I would strongly recommend him!
I have had colonoscopies before, but the procedure by Dr. Sarkar and his team was professional, caring, and supportive. Everything was explained to me clearly. The procedure itself wasn’t painful or uncomfortable, which was something I had been a little concerned about owing to my previous experience, about six years ago. Thank you Dr. Sarkar and your team.
He has an excellent manner and fully explained everything to me. You didn’t feel as though he was rushing you.
I am so happy I went private to see Dr Sarkar, I managed to get an appointment within a week. He is a great listener and promptly diagnosed, prescribed and referred me on for further testing. Thank you again so much!
Dr Sarkar was very personable and professional. He immediately alleviated my anxiety and actioned further tests, and a follow up with the Liverpool Pancreatic Unit. I would highly recommend him, and was very impressed with his prompt action.
Totally professional in all aspects from initial consultation through procedure to follow up. Completely reassured. Would have no hesitation in recommending Dr Sarkar... Thank you
Dr Sarkar very professional put me at ease would recommend him to others.
Endorsements
Very good gastroenterologist ….vey popular among patients and colleagues
02 Aug 2025
Mr Subramanian Ravichandran
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What are Dr Sanchoy Sarkar's reviews like?
Dr Sanchoy Sarkar's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 11 reviews.
What languages does Dr Sanchoy Sarkar speak?
Dr Sanchoy Sarkar speaks English
Where is Dr Sanchoy Sarkar located?
Dr Sanchoy Sarkar primarily practices at Spire Cheshire Hospital, located at Fir Tree Close Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom, WA4 4LU
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