Mr Shahid Farid
BSc(Hons) Med Sc, MBChB, MD, FRCS
Live bookings available
23 years of experience
Leeds, LS26 9HG
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35 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Jonathan Dawson, Mr Jitesh Parmar
Live bookings available
23 years of experience
Leeds, LS26 9HG
(+3 more)
35 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Jonathan Dawson, Mr Jitesh Parmar
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About Mr Shahid Farid
Mr Shahid Farid is a Consultant General and Liver Surgeon with extensive expertise in liver resection, transplantation, gallbladder surgery, and a wide range of general surgical procedures. Practising since 2003, he brings over two decades of experience in managing complex liver and biliary conditions, as well as providing specialised care for gallstone disease and hernia surgery.
Mr Farid works at several Spire locations, including Spire Leeds Hospital, Spire Methley Park Hospital, and Spire Harrogate Clinic, and the Leeds Nuffield Hospital offering his surgical expertise to patients across these facilities. In addition, he also works at St James's University Hospital, and is Director of Clarity Health Consultancy Ltd, contributing his skills and leadership in hepatobiliary surgery and transplantation.
He performs a high volume of gallbladder surgeries annually and provides a regional service for complex gallbladder cases in Yorkshire hospitals. His surgical repertoire includes liver resection (both open and laparoscopic), liver transplantation, abdominal and groin hernia surgery, and minor surgeries for lumps, bumps, and toenail conditions. Mr Farid also provides second opinions for complex liver and biliary diseases and acts as an expert witness for medical-legal cases.
In addition to his clinical practice, Mr Farid is actively involved in national initiatives to improve patient safety in gallbladder surgery. He also holds a leadership role as Clinical Lead for the National Organ Retrieval Service at Leeds and serves as a Councillor for Organ Retrieval at the British Transplant Society.
Mr Farid graduated from the universities of St Andrews and Manchester, completed surgical training in the East Midlands and Leeds, and has published over 60 peer-reviewed papers. He remains actively involved in academic research, focusing on biomarker discovery and innovative technologies in transplantation.
He is also a Co Director of the National Organ Retrieval Service Masterclass Training Group and an Examiner for the University of Leeds Medical School.
Subspecialties
- Upper GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery
- Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
- Transplant Surgery
- Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6077673
Education
University of Manchester
Medicine
Graduated 2003
Qualifications
- FRCS (Transplant), General and Transplant Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons of England, 2016
- MD, Biliary Cancer; Biomarkers, University of Leeds, 2013
- MRCS (Eng), Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons of England, 2007
- MBChB, Medicine, University of St Andrews, 2003
- BSc (Hons) Medical Science, University of St Andrews, 2000
Languages spoken
- English
- Hindi
- Punjabi
- Urdu
Insurers
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- Cigna
- Vitality
- WPA
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Healix Health Services
- Bupa
- Aetna
- Bupa Global
- Self-pay only
Fees
New appointment
£195Follow-up appointment
£150
Locations
Spire Methley Park Hospital
Spire Methley Park Hospital Methley Lane, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS26 9HG
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Spire Leeds Hospital
Jackson Avenue Roundhay, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS8 1NT
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Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital
2 Leighton Street, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS1 3EB
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Spire Healthcare Harrogate Clinic
Gardner House, Hornbeam Park Avenue, Harrogate, United Kingdom, HG2 8NA
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Mr Shahid Farid is described as a clear and reassuring specialist, ensuring patients feel listened to throughout their care journey. Patients praise Mr Farid for good results in hernia operations and gallbladder surgery. They receive excellent care from their first visit, leading to quick recovery. Patients recommend Mr Farid because of his skill and positive effect on their health and daily life.
Mr Farid was very approachable, concise & explained the whole process of the required treatment from start to completion of my treatment, including possible side effects very clearly. I consider myself most fortunate to have been under the care of this surgeon and the treatment I have received.
Great guy. Did a good job on my hernia. No issues and back to the things I like doing . Can recommend.
So pleased my pain has gone away. He was kind and listened. The staff were good and I’m making good progress. Not worried about eating certain foods now. Thank you Dr Farid
Had gallbladder surgery with Mr Farid and I was so pleased with the operation and the results. My pain is gone and I can eat what I like. Highly recommend
Pleased with my surgery. He was kind and I was so surprised at the scar and how well I healed after my operation. Thank you.
Mr Farid is professional and precise. He explained intentions clearly, answered my questions fully and clarified the reasoning behind decisions. This transparency is why I have total trust in Mr Farid and his team. Thank you 🙏
Mr Farid always makes to time to see you in person and / or to telephone you. He has a soothing voice, calm & gentle disposition. He is a gentle Consultant Surgeon whom makes you feel at ease, listened to, understands your worries & fears. Above all, he simplifies, explains & offers advice, guidance & solutions. He always has your best interest at heart. I cannot recommend Mr Farid enough.
I am extremely pleased with the result of my recent abdominal scar revision surgery performed by Mr Farid. Having previously undergone a liver transplant followed by further liver surgery, I had become increasingly unhappy with the appearance of my abdominal scar. I approached the procedure hoping for a slight improvement; however, the results have far exceeded my expectations. The scar is now significantly neater, and I am very happy with the overall outcome. The standard of aftercare has been exceptional throughout, and I would have no hesitation in recommending Mr Farid to anyone considering abdominal scar revision or any other procedure within his specialist field.
Mr Farid really understands how uncomfortable having liver cysts are and the effects on your day to day life, also how upsetting it was to be told I would not have cyst aspiration again. He went above and beyond to arrange this for me and in a short amount of time. I cannot thank him enough for his care and understanding
Skill Endorsements
I know Mr Farid to be a highly skilled surgeon, deeply knowledgeable and compassionate and I would be very happy to send my friends and family to be treated by him
30 Apr 2026
Mr Jonathan Dawson
Breast SurgeonExcellent colleague while training together, highly skilled surgeon.
01 Apr 2025
Mr Jitesh Parmar
General Surgeon
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Mr Shahid Farid's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 169 reviews.
What languages does Mr Shahid Farid speak?
Mr Shahid Farid speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu
Where is Mr Shahid Farid located?
Mr Shahid Farid primarily practices at Spire Methley Park Hospital, located at Spire Methley Park Hospital Methley Lane, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS26 9HG
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