Mr Shahid Farid
BSc(Hons) Med Sc, MBChB, MD, FRCS
Live bookings available
23 years of experience
Leeds, LS26 9HG
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10 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Jonathan Dawson, Mr Jitesh Parmar
Live bookings available
23 years of experience
Leeds, LS26 9HG
(+3 more)
10 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
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Self-pay only
- Bupa
- Cigna
- Aetna
- Bupa Global
- WPA
- Healix Health Services
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
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 exhibits a professional, reassuring manner, clear communication, and attentive care for patients. Patients report faultless surgical outcomes and fast recovery after operations like hernia repair and gallbladder removal. Many patients find pain relief and a swift return to daily activities. These successful treatments for common conditions like hernias and gallstones bring improved quality of life.
Happy with the consultation. I was told I could not have surgery and put up with the condition. Change diet to low fat. Life quality is poor and felt disappointed at the outcome from the other hospital. I saw Mr Farid at my own expense and had a valuable talk about how we can do this to remove gallbladder. He has made suggestions and plans to do my operation after having further test and seeing other doctors before the operation. I understand this risk but the quality of life is so important to me. Thank you for listening.
I can’t thank Mr Farid enough for the care he has shown me. From my first consultation he filled me with confidence and reassurance giving clear explanations and actions of next steps. During surgery Mr Farid took on the spot decisions showing again his expertise and decisiveness which were all for my best intentions. Follow up care was second to none and above any expectations I may have had. I’ve never felt in such good hands as I have with Mr Farid and I’ll forever be grateful for the care he has provided to me. 7 weeks post op and I can’t remember feeling this well in a long time. Thank you Mr Farid.
Excellent experience. After three weeks back to normal. Thank you.
Incredible surgery and result. Back to my life within weeks and only two days of work ! The scar is great and very happy with going to you. Happy to recommend.
Waited a year for this appointment via my GP. Glad I saw Mr Farid as I now have a clear plan and what to expect. I am glad this is not being addressed as my henna has stopped many of my activities. Thank you for listening.
Mr Farid is a very busy consultant but you feel as if he knows you personally and remembers you well . He explained every positive and negative pre op . Never felt rushed when asking questions or made to feel the questions were unnecessary He made my husband ( the patient ) and rest of the family reassured at every step .
I was listened to and talked to like a person, he genuinely seemed to care and provided answers and thoughts that I could understand.
Brilliant ! Happy with my outcome. Surgery was faultless
Explained everything in easy to understand terms Felt very at ease when finished
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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What are Mr Shahid Farid's reviews like?
Mr Shahid Farid's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 136 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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