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Dr Sarmed Sami

MBChB, MRCP, PGCME, PhD

Gastroenterologist

23 years of experience

London, W1U 5NY

(+3 more)

47 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Ben Davis, Mr Azar Khunda and 39 other professionals

4.98

/5

(415 reviews)

23 years of experience

London, W1U 5NY

(+3 more)

47 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Ben Davis, Mr Azar Khunda and 39 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Endoscopy (OGD)
230
26
Colonoscopy
138
22
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
104
18

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About Dr Sarmed Sami

Dr Sami is the founder and director of Digestive Health UK clinics based in central London. He is also a Consultant Gastroenterologist at the Mayo Clinic in London. He has practiced and trained at world-renowned centres of excellence including the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, USA which is consistently ranked as the number one hospital in the world!

Dr Sami is ranked by Doctify as the "Best Gastroenterologist in London". He has an Associate Professor title and has authored and co-authored several high impact papers and national guidelines and propelled himself to be a key opinion leader in his field. He is a member of the following professional bodies:

  • American Gastroenterological Association
  • British Society of Gastroenterology
  • American Association of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Dr Sami was awarded a PhD for his work during his National Endoscopy Research Fellowship from the University of Nottingham in 2015. Following his PhD, he completed the Gastroenterology Specialist Examination from the Royal College of Physicians in 2016 and was certified by the GMC as a Consultant in Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine in 2017.

Dr Sami offers the highest quality Private endoscopy and Private colonoscopy services in London. He has special interests in the following areas of gastroenterology:

  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD)
  • Acid reflux (GERD), indigestion and heartburn
  • Barrett's Oesophagus
  • Eosinophilic oesophagitis
  • BRAVO capsule monitoring
  • Coeliac disease
  • Bowel cancer
  • Achalasia
  • Stretta therapy

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(1075)
Skill Endorsements
(225)

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Endoscopy (OGD)
230
26
Colonoscopy
138
22
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
104
18
Diarrhoea
77
12
Acid Reflux (Heartburn)
71
2
Barrett's Oesophagus
49
11
Rectal Bleeding
56
3
Gastroenterology
57
1
Bowel Cancer Screening
47
7
Gastroscopy
30
14
BRAVO Capsule
36
7
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
19
19
Bloating
32
1
Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
6
23
Nausea and Vomiting
27
2
Heart Burn
26
1
Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
23
3
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
15
1
Gastritis
13
2
Coeliac Disease
10
4
LPR Reflux
10
4
Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
4
7
Weight Loss
10
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
3
5
Sore Throat
7
Constipation
2
4
Achalasia
2
4
Oesophagitis
3
2
Food Intolerance
5
Chronic Cough
5
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
5
Oesophageal Stent Insertion
4
Colorectal Cancer
3
1
Video Consultation
1
2
Oesophageal Cancer
3
Hoarseness and Other Voice Disorders
3
Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers
2
1
Iron Deficiency Anaemia
2
1
Hiatus Hernia
1
1
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
2
Colon Cancer Screening
2
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
1
Chest Pain
1
Gallstones
1
Anaemia
1
Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
1
Functional Bowel Disease
1
FibroScan
1
Crohn's Disease
1
GORD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
1
Dysphasia
1
Swallowing Problems
1
Autoimmune Diseases
Endoscopic Laser Treatment
Enteral Feeding
Fatty Liver Disease
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Haemochromatosis
Oesophageal Spasm
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
Pyloric Stenosis
STRETTA
Sigmoidoscopy
Swollen Stomach

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6100088

Royal College of Physicians

No. 130182


Education

University of Baghdad

Medicine

Graduated 2003


Qualifications

USMLE - United States Medical Licensing Examination, USA, in 2016

MRCP (Gastroenterology) - Royal College of Physicians, UK in 2016

PhD (National Endoscopy Research Fellowship) - University of Nottingham, UK, 2015

PG Certificate in Medical Education (PGCME) - University of York, UK in 2011

MRCP - Royal College of Physicians, UK in 2008

MBChB - Baghdad University, Iraq in 2003


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Arabic

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £325
  • Follow-up appointment: £275

Insurers

  • The PHC
  • Benenden Health
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Healix Health Services
  • The Exeter
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Aviva Health
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • AXA Health
  • General and Medical
  • Cigna
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • Vitality
  • Bupa
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • WPA
  • Aetna

Location

All locations for Dr Sarmed Sami

HCA Healthcare UK The Princess Grace Hospital

4.75

(3355)

42-52 Nottingham Place, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5NY

4.9

(261)

41 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8DU

4.96

(255)

41 Welbeck St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8DT

4.85

(33)

15 Portland Place, London, United Kingdom, W1B 1PT

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Patients describe Dr Sarmed Sami as excellent, kind, caring, and professional. Patients report painless endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures, with many finding stomach pain, diarrhoea, and reflux issues resolved following his care. Some patients mention delays with booking appointments due to the clinic being busy. Patients value the effective management of digestive conditions and the performance of diagnostic procedures.

5.00
verified patient
24 Apr 2026

Great experience. I would certainly recommend Dr Sami and his clinic to all my friends and family. He is truely kind and caring. An excellent example very professional and highly trained.

5.00
verified patient
24 Apr 2026

One of the best clinics I have been to. Very thorough assessment and Dr Sami was top notch!

5.00
verified patient
24 Apr 2026

Excellent care all round. Procedures and test went very smoothly. Team excellent and kind.

5.00
verified patient
21 Apr 2026

Very efficient and knowledgeable doctor and his team were great. Very kind and caring. I was very worried and anxious and they put me at ease.

5.00
verified patient
21 Apr 2026

Excellent service from start to finish. Highly recommend Dr Sami and his team for gastro problems.

5.00
verified patient
17 Apr 2026

Had colonoscopy for bowel cancer screening and procedure was painless and team were exceptional.

5.00
verified patient
17 Apr 2026

After many tests and no clear answers, Dr Sami was able to help me find the answers and now I am better and less worried. Experience overall was exceptional and I am so happy I found Dr Sami he is excellent.

5.00
verified patient
17 Apr 2026

I saw Dr Sami for swallowing problems. Previously I was told its anxiety, but Dr Sami diagnosed EoE and now I am eating normal. Very grateful and happy!

5.00
verified patient
17 Apr 2026

I had stomach pains and reflux for a long time and Dr Sami helped sort it out very efficiently. Highly recoomend him. Very good experience.

5.00
verified patient
17 Apr 2026

Excellent doctor one of the best for sure. So kind and knowledgeable.

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Skill Endorsements

Sarmed is a highly skilled gastroenterologist who provides outstanding care to patients. As well as being a skilled endoscopist he is an excellent communicator and I recommend and refer to him often.

24 Apr 2026
Endorsed for
Endoscopy (OGD)
Colonoscopy
Stomach / Abdominal Pain

Dr Ben Davis

Dr Ben Davis

General Practitioner

Excellent gastroenterologist! Well trusted

24 Apr 2026
Endorsed for
Endoscopy (OGD)
Colonoscopy
Stomach / Abdominal Pain

Mr Azar Khunda

Mr Azar Khunda

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

Dr Sami is an excellent doctor, very knowledgable, with notable endoscopic and clinical skills

24 Apr 2026
Endorsed for
Endoscopy (OGD)
Colonoscopy
Stomach / Abdominal Pain

Dr Stavroula Pelitari

Dr Stavroula Pelitari

Gastroenterologist

Dr Sami is an outstanding physician. Highly recommended.

26 Aug 2025
Endorsed for
Oesophageal Stent Insertion
Coeliac Disease

Dr Antonis Pavlidis

Dr Antonis Pavlidis

Cardiologist
Is a colleague
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Introduction to Dr Sarmed Sami | Video | Digestive Health UK

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Introduction to Dr Sarmed Sami, Consultant Gastroenterologist. Meet Digestive Health UK's founder in this short video.

04 September 2024

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Why did you set up Digestive Health UK?

Why did you set up Digestive Health UK?

Dr Sarmed Sami is a leading <a href="https://digestivehealthuk.com/dr-sarmed-sami-gastroenterologist-london/">private gastroenterologist in London</a> who can offer treatments for a wide range of conditions affecting the digestive system. <a href="https://digestivehealthuk.com/contact/">Book an appointment here</a>.  

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FAQ

What are Dr Sarmed Sami's reviews like?

Dr Sarmed Sami's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 415 reviews.

What languages does Dr Sarmed Sami speak?

Dr Sarmed Sami speaks English and Arabic

Where is Dr Sarmed Sami located?

Dr Sarmed Sami primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK The Princess Grace Hospital, located at 42-52 Nottingham Place, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5NY
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What are Dr Sarmed Sami working hours?

Dr Sarmed Sami is working Monday (13:00 - 17:00, 13:00 - 17:00), Tuesday (09:00 - 14:00, 09:00 - 14:00), Wednesday (09:00 - 14:00, 09:00 - 14:00), Thursday (13:00 - 17:00, 13:00 - 17:00), Friday (09:00 - 14:00, 09:00 - 14:00)

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