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Professor Sanjay Purkayastha

Professor Sanjay Purkayastha

General Surgeon

London, W1G 6AA

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23 years of experience

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Verified profile

23 years of experience

29

Trusted Network

Patient Trust Score

5.00

116 patient reviews13 professional endorsements
5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.99
Explanation

346 recommendations for:

Gallstones(26)
Hernia(25)
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)(24)
Other(271)

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16 Apr 2024

Outstanding professional. Highly experienced and knowledgeable. He shows great kindness and and...

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About

Professor Sanjay Purkayastha is a Consultant General Surgeon who specialises in Laparoscopic (key hole) Surgery, Bariatric (weight loss) Surgery, Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery. He also works on call to treat surgical emergencies including major trauma Surgery. He trained at St. Mary's hospital and medical school, Imperial College London, the London deanery, and the Royal College of Surgeons England. Appointments avilable Monday-Friday: most appointments if needed URGENTLY can be arranged within 24-48 hours if needed.

His general surgery practice includes laparoscopic surgery for hernias of all kinds, gall bladder surgery and hiatus hernia with anti-reflux surgery (including Linx procedures), management of conditions such as appendicitis, gallstones, pancreatitis, bowel obstruction, hernia emergencies and the management of many other conditions that present with abdominal pain.

The weight management practice includes a full private bariatric multi-disciplinary team assessment and pre- and post surgery support. Weight loss procedures carried out by him and his team include gastric balloons, gastric bands, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypasses (roux-en-y and mini gastric bypass). All of these care carried out using minimally invasive techniques and the latest surgical techniques and technology.

As an internationally renowned academic in Surgical technologies Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery, Professor Purkayastha is at the forefront of new devices, techniques and treatments to enhance patient recovery and personalised treatment pathways. This has included robotic-assisted surgical approaches, digital technologies to enhance surgical procedures and also the assessment of the gut microbiome to help gastrointestinal conditions and weight loss.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Gallstones (8%)
  • Hernia (7%)
  • Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) (7%)
  • Appendicectomy (6%)
  • Appendicitis (5%)
  • Others (67%)

Subspecialties
  • Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
  • Upper GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery
  • Weight Loss & Bariatric Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Gallstones
  • Hernia
  • Haemorrhoids
  • Appendicitis
  • Fatty Liver Disease
  • Achalasia
  • Bloating
  • Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
  • Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
  • Barrett's Oesophagus
  • Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
  • Appendicectomy
  • Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
  • Laparoscopy
  • Open Hernia Repair
  • Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
  • Achalasia Surgery
  • Acid Reflux Surgery
  • Colonoscopy
  • Gastric Bypass

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4733975


Qualifications

Qualifications

FRCS (Eng) General Surgery Royal College of Surgeons of England 2010

MD University of London 2007

MBBS (Hons) Imperial College 2000

BSc (Hons) Imperial College 1997


Additional training

DSTS (Definitive Surgical Trauma Skills) Royal College of Surgeons, England 2015

ATLS (Advanced Trauma and Life Support) Royal College of Surgeons, England 2010


languages spoken
  • English
  • Bengali
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £400
  • Follow-up appointment: £250

insurers
  • health-on-line
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Simply Health
  • Healix
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa
  • CS Healthcare
  • WPA
  • Cigna
  • Aviva Health
  • Aetna
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare

Location

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King Edward VII's Hospital

4.82
(3330)
5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
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4.77
(479)
Praed St, Paddington, London, United Kingdom, W2 1NY
Praed St, Paddington, London, United Kingdom, W2 1NY
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4.87
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1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
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4.97
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1 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
1 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
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Reviews

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Hernia (14)
Gallstones (13)
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) (12)
Appendicectomy (10)
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery (9)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

116 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Outstanding professional. Highly experienced and knowledgeable. He shows great kindness and consideration and has the ability to explain the most complex medical issue in a simple and understandable way. The diagnosis was thorough and results were provided very promptly. Options for surgery were clear and concise. This gave me a feeling of comfort and calmness throughout my diagnosis, surgery and aftercare. Highly recommended.

16 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
Hernia
Lipoma Removal

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professor Purkayastha was excellent - he took time to review my entire medical history, explained the operation and did a wonderful job in surgery. Extremely happy I found him to be my surgeon.

27 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hernia

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Beyond Excellent care from start to finish . Many thanks to Professor Purkayastha and the Welbeck clinic for the wonderful care and attention.

24 Mar 2024verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Having met Professor Sanjay in 2016 for a separate issue, his professionalism and kindness stayed with me. I requested a 2nd opinion from him and he continues to show the same level of care as before and remains professional. He is thorough and knowledgeable and I feel confident that he will help me get answers to ongoing issues I have been dealing with. Thank you:).

27 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Laparoscopy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professor Sanjay’s approach to my urgent case was remarkable. After the initial consultation that went very well, the necessary tests (including CT) were performed immediately and the surgery took place later in the same day. All explanations required were provided before and after the surgery. Sanjay even called my partner to let her know about the outcome of my surgery that took place late in the evening. I definitely recommend Professor Sanjay not only for the work quality of his services, bit also for his overall behavior when it comes with dealing with patients. His PA is really good also in assisting with any information needed.

23 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Appendicectomy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Sanjay was phenomenal throughout the entire few months of my interactions and treatment. His enthusiasm never wavered, whether it was explaining my diagnosis using very effective analogies, reassuring me of the procedure options or just his general attitude to helping me. His attention to detail was great. He was so thorough and when I had a symptom not part of my diagnosis, he referred me to a brilliant colleague and asked how we got on, which was very appreciated.

07 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Linx System
Acid Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very clear and helpful at all stages of the consultation and post surgery process

17 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Open Hernia Repair
Hernia

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellence on all levels

16 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
Umbilical Hernia Repair

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professor Purkayastha performed a complicated burst appendix operation on me a few weeks ago. From the operation all the way to discharge he and his team have always been in contact and answered all questions I had regarding my recovery and progress. He was extremely thorough in following up with my post op tests and extremely proactive in my care, even getting in touch on the phone over the weekend. I fully recommend his services and feel extremely lucky to have selected him as my physician.

14 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Appendicitis
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
Appendicectomy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Highly professional, courteous and empathic. Clear communication of results and advice. Very efficient PA. All tests arranged promptly and responded promptly to emailed questions. Would definitely recommend.

21 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Bowel Cancer Screening
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Gallstones (13)
Hernia (12)
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) (12)
Appendicectomy (12)

13 endorsements

Sanjay is one of the best skilled surgeon I have worked with. Highly recommended!

28 Feb 2024
Endorsed for
Gallstones
Weight Loss

Mr Alex Digesu

Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Is a colleague

Mr Purkayastha is a highly knowledgable clinician and well respected by his peers. He is committed in caring for each of his patients and simply a wonderful colleague to work with.

19 Jul 2020
Endorsed for
Gallstones
General Surgery
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery

Ms Romana Kuchai

Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)

He is a lead surgeon at Imperial. Approachable and friendly.

19 Jul 2020
Endorsed for
Gallstones
General Surgery
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery

Dr Iqbal Malik

Cardiology
Is a colleague

Sanjay is a long-standing friend and colleague, someone I trained alongside and now work with in collaborative partnership at One Welbeck Digestive Surgery. He is a superb technical surgeon, has an outstandingly detailed grasp of surgical physiology and anatomy, and is a kind and empathetic person. I have successfully recommended him to patients of mine with upper gastrointestinal symptoms such as reflux disease or pathologies such as gallstones.

19 Jul 2020
Endorsed for
Gallstones
General Surgery
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery

Mr Oliver Warren

General Surgery
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Professor Sanjay Purkayastha's reviews like?

Professor Sanjay Purkayastha's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 116 reviews

What languages does Professor Sanjay Purkayastha speak?

Professor Sanjay Purkayastha speaks English and Bengali

Where is Professor Sanjay Purkayastha located?

Professor Sanjay Purkayastha primarily practices at King Edward VII's Hospital, located at 5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
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