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Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan

MBBS, MD, MRCP

Gastroenterologist

37 years of experience

Cheshire, WA4 4LU

(+2 more)

23 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Matthew Leech, Mr Hemal Raja and 4 other professionals

4.99

/5

(95 reviews)

37 years of experience

Cheshire, WA4 4LU

(+2 more)

23 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Matthew Leech, Mr Hemal Raja and 4 other professionals

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Colonoscopy
42
Endoscopy (OGD)
26
Gastroenterology
26

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About Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan

Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan is an experienced Consultant Physician and
Gastroenterologist, providing expert diagnosis and treatment for a wide range
of digestive, liver and pancreatic conditions.

He has been practising as a consultant since 2007 and brings more than 20 years of
specialist experience in gastroenterology, endoscopy and general medicine.

Known for his patient‑centred approach, Dr Ramakrishnan is committed to clear
communication, compassionate care and evidence‑based treatment tailored to each
patient’s needs.

Dr Ramakrishnan has extensive expertise across all major areas of
gastroenterology, including:

Diagnostic
and therapeutic endoscopy

Liver
disease, including alcohol‑related liver conditions

Pancreatic
disorders

Inflammatory
bowel disease (IBD)

Irritable
bowel syndrome (IBS)

Upper
and lower gastrointestinal symptoms

He has performed more than 9,000 endoscopic procedures, including:

Gastroscopy

Flexible
sigmoidoscopy

Colonoscopy

ERCP
(Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)

His high success rates and excellent patient satisfaction scores reflect his
commitment to safe, effective and comfortable care.

Trusted expert featured in national media, Dr Ramakrishnan is regularly invited to provide expert commentary for national newspapers and health publications. His insights have appeared in:

The Telegraph

The Independent

Daily Record

The Sun

These articles highlight his expertise in digestive health, IBS, bowel cancer
awareness and lifestyle‑related gastrointestinal conditions.

Dr Ramakrishnan holds medical degrees from the Universities of Madras and Bombay,
and completed his MRCP in 1996 and CCST in 2007. Outside of medicine, he enjoys
gardening, travelling with his family, and is an avid cricket enthusiast

Reviews from patients can be found on this link:

Reviews of Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan - Page - iWantGreatCare


Subspecialties

  • Hepatology
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) such as ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease
  • Pancreaticobiliary Medicine (Bile Ducts & Pancreas)
  • Neuro-Gastroenterology

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(159)
Skill Endorsements
(12)

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Colonoscopy
42
Endoscopy (OGD)
26
Gastroenterology
26
Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
11
Liver Disease
5
Bowel Cancer Screening
5
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
5
Bloating
4
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
4
Liver Function Tests
4
Gallstones
3
Gastroscopy
3
Barrett's Oesophagus
3
Gastritis
3
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
1
1
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
1
1
Diverticulitis
2
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
2
Diarrhoea
2
Crohn's Disease
2
Colon Polyps
2
Colon Capsule Endoscopy
2
Hepatitis
1
Reflux and Colic
1
Pancreatic Cancer
1
Constipation
1
MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
1
Iron Deficiency Anaemia
1
Bile Duct Diseases
1
Eosinophilic Oesophagitis
1
Microscopic Colitis
1
Gallbladder Disease (Medical Management)
1
Blood Disorders
1
Weight Loss
Swallowing Problems
Stomach (Gastric) Cancer
Swollen Stomach
Wilson's Disease
Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Blood in Stool / Rectal Bleeding (Haematochezia)
Pelvic Pain
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
Pyloric Stenosis
Polycystic Liver Disease
Primary Billiary Cholangitis (PBC)
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Overflow Incontinence
Oesophageal Cancer
LPR Reflux
Neuroendocrine Tumours (NETs)
Oesophagitis
Oesophageal Spasm
Nausea and Vomiting
Liver Cancer
Hepatitis (Viral)
Gut Microbiome
Helicobacter Pylori Infection
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Intestinal Failure
Hiatus Hernia
Haemorrhoids
Gut Health
Haemochromatosis
Autoimmune Diseases
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Cancer
Food Intolerance
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
Gallbladder Polyp
Liver Metastases
Gluten Intolerance
Liver Transplant
Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers
Liver Screening (Risk Stratification)
Double Balloon Enteroscopy
Gallbladder Disease
Medical Nutrition
Functional Gut
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
Gastroparesis
Nasojejunal (NJ) Feeding Tube
Nasogastric (NG) Feeding Tube
GI-MAP
Enteral Feeding
Fatty Liver Disease
Colon Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Cancer
Functional Bowel Disease
Faecal Incontinence
Bile Duct Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma)
Lactulose Hydrogen Breath Test
Oesophageal Stent Insertion
Diverticular Disease
Pyloric Dilatation
Alcohol-Related Liver Disease
Helicobacter Pylori Breath Test
Alcohol Related Liver Problems
Endoscopic Ultrasonography (EUS)
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
FibroScan
Liver Biopsy
Cholestasis
Gastrostomy-Jejunostomy Tube Insertion
Gallstones (Medical Management)
Anal Fissure
Sigmoidoscopy
Stool Testing
Coeliac Disease
Cholecystitis
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Achalasia
Pancreatic Disorders
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Pancreatitis
Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
Video Consultation
BRAVO Capsule
Jaundice
ERCP Procedure

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4382946


Education

University of Madras

Medicine

Graduated 1989


Qualifications

MRCP (UK) Royal College of Physicians Of Edinburgh 1996

MD BYL Nair Hospital, Bombay, India 1994

MBBS Kilpauk Medical College, India 1989


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • Tamil

Insurers

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

Fees

  • New appointment

    £290
  • Follow-up appointment

    £225
*May vary on location

Locations

Spire Cheshire Hospital

Fir Tree Close Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom, WA4 4LU

4.90(1,102 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
08:00 - 12:00
Tuesday
13:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Opening hours

Monday
08:00 - 12:00
Tuesday
13:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Nuffield Health Chester, The Grosvenor

Wrexham Road, Chester, United Kingdom, CH4 7QP

4.89(547 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
09:00 - 12:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Circle Cheshire Clinic (part of Circle Health Group)

The Courtyard, Hall Lane, Cheshire, United Kingdom, CW9 6DG

4.96(83 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Colonoscopy
42
Endoscopy (OGD)
26
Gastroenterology
26

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan is a professional specialist, with clear explanations for patients. He listens to concerns and ensures patient ease, performing thorough checks and procedures like gastroscopy and colonoscopy. Patients value his gastroenterology expertise, and praise his approach to colonoscopy and endoscopy.

5
verified patient
03 Aug 2026

Dr Ramakrishnan was extremely personable. He carried out extensive investigations and thoroughly explained the results to me. He also made lifestyle recommendations going forward. I would not hesitate to recommend him.

5
verified patient
03 Aug 2026

Very professional caring attitude Helpful and informative throughout the process

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
20 Jul 2026

Dr Ram is totally professional and sincere. He has referred me for all necessary tests quickly and thoroughly and been on hand to discuss their meaning and implications with support and kindness.

5
verified patient
16 Jul 2026

Excellent service from Dr. Ramakrishnan and the whole team at Spire Cheshire

5
verified patient
16 Jul 2026

Dr Ram is very kind and knowledgeable. He explains everything clearly and involves me in making a management plan. I would recommend Dr Ram to anyone looking for a gastroenterologist in Cheshire-he takes great care of his patients.

5
verified patient
30 Jun 2026

Dr Ramakrishman has probably the very best bedside manner anyone could hope for. He made me feel listen to, he was understanding and knowledgeable and I never felt rushed during any appointment He explained things in detail and offered great advice. I would confidently recommend him and his team to anyone requiring any treatment in his speciality

5
verified patient
23 Jun 2026

Dr Ram is very thorough and explains everything clearly. The nursing staff were so lovely and very reassuring.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
15 Jun 2026

Dr Ram explained recent test results very clearly and in a manner which I could understand what was happening. He was very helpful and reassuring.

5
verified patient
01 Jun 2026

Went out of his way to help in anyway he could. Clear explanations given at every step.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
01 Jun 2026

He’s amazing

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Skill Endorsements

My patients always speak very highly of the care they receive.

14 Jul 2026
Endorsed for
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Liver Disease

Dr. Matthew Leech

Dr. Matthew Leech

General Practitioner
I have referred patients to them

Very experienced very highly trained very highly regarded gastroenterologist , with knowledge of nutrition and dietetics as well.

01 May 2026
Endorsed for
Pancreaticobiliary Medicine (Bile Ducts & Pancreas)
Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) such as ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease

Mr Hemal Raja

Mr Hemal Raja

ENT Surgeon
Is a colleague

I am delighted to endorse Dr. Ramakrishnan , an exceptional gastroenterologist whose subspecialty expertise in inflammatory bowel disease and hepatology sets a benchmark for excellence in patient care. Dr. Ramakrishnan combines deep clinical insight with a compassionate, patient-centred approach, consistently delivering thoughtful, evidence-based management for complex gastrointestinal and liver conditions. Their diagnostic acumen and commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration make them an invaluable asset to both patients and colleagues. Whether navigating the nuances of biologic therapy f...

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15 Sep 2025
Endorsed for
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Liver Disease

Mr Ashutosh Tandon

Mr Ashutosh Tandon

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

20 Aug 2025
Endorsed for
Liver Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Dr. Abdul Ashish

Dr. Abdul Ashish

General (Internal) Medicine Specialist
Is a colleague
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drram on Instagram: "Imparting and sharing knowledge/ teaching/ training and learning from feedbacks are a crucial part of being in my role as a Consultant Gastroenterologist!"

drram on Instagram: "Imparting and sharing knowledge/ teaching/ training and learning from feedbacks are a crucial part of being in my role as a Consultant Gastroenterologist!"

Imparting and sharing knowledge/ teaching/ training and learning from feedbacks are a crucial part of being in my role as a Consultant Gastroenterologist!

07 August 2025

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Mum experiencing unusual symptoms now finally has an answer thanks to this hospital

Mum experiencing unusual symptoms now finally has an answer thanks to this hospital

A WOMAN who was experiencing unusual symptoms now finally has an answer thanks to a new procedure at a hospital in Warrington.

06 November 2025

warringtonguardian.co.uk

Hospital doctor named best in his field in the north

Hospital doctor named best in his field in the north

A CONSULTANT has scooped a prestigious healthcare award.

04 February 2019

warringtonguardian.co.uk

My bad diet and stressful job gave me a leaky gut – here’s how I turned it around

My bad diet and stressful job gave me a leaky gut – here’s how I turned it around

Sarah Stannard, 53, from Surrey, realised her bad diet was making her MS symptoms worse – here she reveals her food journey

25 July 2025

telegraph.co.uk

Time to break the silence about IBS embarrassment says Stretton consultant

Time to break the silence about IBS embarrassment says Stretton consultant

A STRETTON consultant says people are still too embarrassed to talk about IBS symptoms.

13 April 2019

warringtonguardian.co.uk

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FAQ

What are Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan's reviews like?

Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 95 reviews.

What languages does Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan speak?

Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan speaks English, Hindi, Marathi and Tamil

Where is Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan located?

Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan primarily practices at Spire Cheshire Hospital, located at Fir Tree Close Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom, WA4 4LU
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What are Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan working hours?

Dr Subramaniam Ramakrishnan is working Monday (08:00 - 12:00), Tuesday (13:00 - 18:00), Friday (09:00 - 12:00)

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