Dr Peter Friend

Dr Peter Friend is a distinguished General Surgeon and Consultant Transplant Surgeon who provides comprehensive care for patients requiring complex abdominal and general surgical care. His broad clinical work spans routine and emergency general surgery alongside highly specialised interventions. Known for his clear communication and patient-focused approach, Dr Friend supports patients through every stage of their treatment, ensuring they feel well-informed and reassured.

His major clinical interests lie in organ transplantation, hepatobiliary surgery, and advanced methods of organ preservation. Dr Friend has particular expertise in kidney, pancreas, liver, and small bowel transplant procedures, as well as the implementation of normothermic machine perfusion and innovative immunosuppressive therapies. By integrating cutting-edge surgical techniques with individualised care plans, he strives to achieve the best possible health outcomes for every patient under his care.

Dr Friend completed his medical degree at the University of Cambridge and undertook specialist surgical training in London and Cambridge, later earning a doctoral degree from the University of Cambridge. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences. In recognition of his leadership in the field, he has held prominent national roles, including Vice President of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and President of the British Transplantation Society.