Mr Shahid Farid
BSc(Hons) Med Sc, MBChB, MD, FRCS
General Surgeon
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22 years of experience
Leeds, LS26 9HG
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9 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Jitesh Parmar
Live bookings available
22 years of experience
Leeds, LS26 9HG
(+3 more)
9 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by 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.
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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
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £195
- Follow-up appointment: £150
Insurers
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- Cigna
- Vitality
- WPA
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Healix Health Services
- Bupa
- Aetna
Location
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Spire Methley Park Hospital Methley Lane, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS26 9HG
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Gardner House, Hornbeam Park Avenue, Harrogate, United Kingdom, HG2 8NA
Reviews
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Mr Shahid Farid consistently demonstrates a professional, reassuring, and attentive manner, ensuring patients feel heard and at ease. He provides clear explanations for various procedures, including gallbladder removal and hernia repairs, addressing all patient questions. Patients highlight his calm approach, efficient care, and positive surgical outcomes, often noting excellent follow-up support. The most frequent medical conditions treated by Mr Farid are inguinal hernia, gallstone surgery, and abdominal hernia cases.
Excellent outcome from my inguinal hernia surgery. I cannot fault in anyone, especially Mr Farid who takes much pride in what he does. I felt confident it will be ok. Thank you
I had a recurrent inguinal hernia and hernia on the other side. Mt Farid repaired both and I am happy with the outcome. Very satisfied. Thank you so much. All my questions for rapid recovery answered.
Absolutely fantastic. Best survey I have had. From coming in m, to having the Anaesthetic and then surgery. Mr Farid made my stay feel so good and made my recovery easy. I have had several major abdominal surgery before which I was told this would make fixing my hernia difficult. I can honestly say that apart from the additional scar I have been so happy with my outcome. Back to swimming and having fun. Thank you
Spot on … fast surgery and recovery… had my hernia fixed and back to work in two weeks … no issues or problems with the survey. Top man
Great clear and concise clinical support tailored to my physical health
Mr Farid investigated my complaint in great detail, provided clear explanations in layman's terms, and reassured me. He was particularly accessible and recommended I contact him directly, if required, should I have any ongoing concerns or a recurrence of my condition. This was most helpful and much appreciated.
Great advice, very happy with outcome of my problem resolving thank you very much
Excellent experience under Mr Farid for my gallbladder operation. I was in pain for a year and to finally have it done has give my life back. Excellent care on the ward and Mr Farid was attentive and caring. No Problems. Thank you.
Had problems with my gallbladder for ages in the NHS. Eventually became jaundiced and had to wait for 9 days before an ERCP and then put on a waiting list for surgery. I continued with pain and cold not take it any longer. Seen Mr Farid and within weeks seen, assessed. Operated on and back to work. So glad I went here with Mr Farid. Thank you
Rapid access to my gallbladder surgery with Mr Farid and so glad it got done. Back to work in two weeks and my recovery good. Thank you so much.
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Excellent 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 87 reviews.
What languages does Mr Shahid Farid speak?
Mr Shahid Farid speaks English
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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