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Dr Lawrence Sunder Raj

MBBS , MRCP

Gastroenterologist

30 years of experience

Cardiff, CF11 0SN

10 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Simon Phillips, Dr Vivek Goel and 2 other professionals

4.99

/5

(59 reviews)

30 years of experience

Cardiff, CF11 0SN

10 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Simon Phillips, Dr Vivek Goel and 2 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Colonoscopy
24
2
Endoscopy (OGD)
19
1
Gastroscopy
11
1

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About Dr Lawrence Sunder Raj

Dr Sunder Raj did his MBBS at St John's Medical College, Bangalore, India, followed by post-graduate training in General Medicine (MD-General Medicine) at Madras Medical College, Chennai, India. He arrived in the UK in 2002 and trained in various hospitals in England, Scotland and Wales.

Dr Sunder Raj completed Higher Specialist Training in Gastroenterology and Hepatology in the Welsh Rotation, and received the Certificate of Completion in Training (CCT) in 2011. He spent six months at the Liver Unit at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham as an Honorary Consultant in 2012-2013 and has worked as a consultant in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the Cardiff and Vale NHS trust since 2011.

Dr Sunder Raj is interested in training and education of  medical students and doctors in training. He has been a Training Programme Director for Specialist Gastroenterology Registrars in Wales since 2019.


Dr. Raj offers a wide range of services including:

  • Colorectal screening
  • Colonoscopy
  • Flexible sigmoidoscopy
  • Diagnostic endoscopy
  • Gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy (or gastroscopy)
  • Therapeutic Endoscopy
  • Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy
  • Liver function tests
  • Small Bowel capsule Endoscopy
  • MASLD/NAFLD/Metabolic Liver Disease
  • Liver Cirrhosis
  • Alcohol related Liver Disorders

Subspecialties

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

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(106)
Skill Endorsements
(9)

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Colonoscopy
24
2
Endoscopy (OGD)
19
1
Gastroscopy
11
1
Diarrhoea
9
Bloating
6
Hiatus Hernia
4
Blood Testing and Results Interpretation
4
Gastroenterology
4
Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
2
1
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
2
1
Constipation
3
Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
3
Liver Disease
3
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
1
1
Sigmoidoscopy
2
Gastritis
2
Swollen Stomach
1
Pancreatic Cancer
1
Gallstones
1
Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
1
Weight Loss
1
Cirrhosis
1
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
1
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
1
Nausea and Vomiting
1
Liver Screening (Risk Stratification)
Acute Liver Failure
Swallowing Problems
Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Reflux and Colic
Microscopic Colitis
Hepatitis (Viral)
Helicobacter Pylori Infection
Gut Health
Gluten Intolerance
Functional Gut
Alcohol Related Liver Problems
Alcohol-Related Liver Disease
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers
Functional Bowel Disease
Autoimmune Diseases
Pancreatitis
Pancreatic Disorders
Gallbladder Cancer
Bile Duct Diseases
Bile Duct Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma)
Wilson's Disease
Primary Billiary Cholangitis (PBC)
Polycystic Liver Disease
Oesophagitis
Oesophageal Spasm
Liver Cancer
Iron Deficiency Anaemia
Haemochromatosis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gallbladder Disease
Fatty Liver Disease
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
Cholestasis
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
Eosinophilic Oesophagitis
Hepatitis
Stool Testing
Video Consultation
Crohn's Disease
Coeliac Disease
Liver Biopsy
FibroScan
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Blood in Stool / Rectal Bleeding (Haematochezia)
Bowel Cancer Screening
Endoscopic Ultrasonography (EUS)
Jaundice
Colorectal Surgery

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6030110


Qualifications

  • MBBS St John's Medical College, Bangalore 1996
  • MD( General Medicine) Madras Medical College 2001
  • MRCP 2003
  • Specialist Training in Gastroenterology Welsh Deanery 2005
  • Honorary Consultant, Transplant Hepatology Unit Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham 2012

Memberships

Fellow of Royal College of Physicians ( London)

British Society of Gastroenterology

British Association of Study of Liver Diseases

Welsh Association of Gastroenterology and Hepatology


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Kannada
  • Malayalam
  • Tamil

Insurers

  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • WPA
  • Bupa
  • Cigna
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • AXA Health
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Healix Health Services
  • Self-pay only
  • Benenden Health
  • The Exeter

Fees

  • New appointment

    £200
  • Follow-up appointment

    £120
*May vary on location

Locations

Nuffield Health Cardiff Bay Hospital

The Cardiff Bay, Dunleavy Drive, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF11 0SN

4.94(172 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
17:00 - 20:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
17:00 - 20:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
View practice profile

Video consultation

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Colonoscopy
24
2
Endoscopy (OGD)
19
1
Gastroscopy
11
1

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr Lawrence Sunder Raj is professional in his patient interactions. He effectively puts patients at ease during procedures like gastroscopy and colonoscopy, offering clear explanations throughout. Dr Sunder Raj outlines treatment plans and is attentive to patient concerns. Many patients report improvements in common gastrointestinal issues such as diarrhoea under his care.

5
verified patient
15 Aug 2026

One of the most informative and accessible consultations I've experienced. Straightforward discussion. No use of medical terminology without explanation, and for once, no patronising either.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
03 Jul 2026

Listened to my health concerns, was very informative and provided a helpful plan to more forward. Prescribed medication to help manage my issues until further tests can be completed.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
01 Jul 2026

I recently had an Endoscopy procedure. I was scared and very nervous. I had sedation. Dr Sunder Raj and all the team put me at ease and looked after me. I don’t remember anything about the procedure which I am very pleased about. After the procedure the nurses looking after me were lovely and attentive. Thank you Dr Sunder Raj and all your wonderful team.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
01 Jul 2026

Dr Raj was kind patient and listened to my concerns. He came up with a plan and detailed next steps to me clearly.Highly recommended.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
21 Jun 2026

Very professional and reassuring

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
14 Jun 2026

I was recently under the care of Dr Sunder Raj, he listened to my concerns and arranged tests and follow ups in a timely manner. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend

5
verified patient
11 Jun 2026

Recently had my first ever gastroscopy and colonoscopy. The whole team were amazing.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
11 Jun 2026

Dr Sunderland Raj efficiently diagnosed my condition and treatment is working

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
18 Aug 2025

Felt at ease during the appointment discussing my concerns

5
verified patient
18 Aug 2025

Excellent service, efficient and understanding to my situation/problem.

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Skill Endorsements

Lawrence is a higly respected, careful and thorough gastroenterologist. I regularly call on his advice for gut problems with my patients.

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

Mr Simon Phillips

Mr Simon Phillips

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

Excellent colleague. Trusted hepatologist. Always very helpful.

12 Jul 2026
Endorsed for
Colonoscopy
Endoscopy (OGD)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Dr Vivek Goel

Dr Vivek Goel

Gastroenterologist
Is a colleague

Dr Sunderraj is a brilliant Gastroenterologist and hepatologist.

12 Jul 2026
Endorsed for
Colonoscopy
Gastroscopy
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Dr Muhammad Imran Yahya

Dr Muhammad Imran Yahya

Gastroenterologist
I trained them

I work closely with Lawrence in an educational role. I have always been impressed by his in-depth knowledge of hepatology and pancreaticobiliary medicine.

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

Dr Rhys Hewett

Dr Rhys Hewett

Gastroenterologist
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Dr Lawrence Sunder Raj's reviews like?

Dr Lawrence Sunder Raj's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 59 reviews.

What languages does Dr Lawrence Sunder Raj speak?

Dr Lawrence Sunder Raj speaks English, Kannada, Malayalam and Tamil

Where is Dr Lawrence Sunder Raj located?

Dr Lawrence Sunder Raj primarily practices at Video Consultation, located at The Cardiff Bay, Dunleavy Drive, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF11 0SN
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Dr Lawrence Sunder Raj is working Thursday (17:00 - 20:00)

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