Dr Thines Karunakaran
MBBS BSc (Hons) MRCP(UK)
12 years of experience
Colchester, CO4 5XR
(+2 more)
16 connections in healthcare
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by Dr. Arif Hussenbux
12 years of experience
Colchester, CO4 5XR
(+2 more)
16 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr. Arif Hussenbux
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About Dr Thines Karunakaran
Dr. Thines Karunakaran is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Physician at Colchester Hospital, specialising in the diagnosis and management of a broad range of digestive and liver conditions. His clinical expertise spans hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), reflux, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Alongside his general gastroenterology practice, Dr. Karunakaran has specialist proficiency in advanced endoscopic procedures, including Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS). As an active member of the HPB cancer multidisciplinary team, he collaborates closely with surgeons, oncologists, and radiologists to deliver tailored, evidence-based care for patients with pancreatic and biliary conditions.
Dr. Karunakaran graduated from Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2014 and completed his specialist training in Gastroenterology and General Medicine in the East of England, gaining valuable experience at the Cambridge Liver Unit. He subsequently undertook advanced endoscopy training at West Hertfordshire Hospitals, further refining his procedural skills in complex endoscopic interventions.
Committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care, Dr. Karunakaran places great importance on patient feedback and continuous professional development. His approach combines clinical precision with empathy, ensuring every patient receives personalised and effective treatment.
Subspecialties
- Pancreaticobiliary Medicine (Bile Ducts & Pancreas)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Hepatology
- General (Internal) Medicine
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 7461749
Education
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2014
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Bupa
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- WPA
- Healix Health Services
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
Locations
Oaks Hospital
120 Mile End Road, Colchester, United Kingdom, CO4 5XR
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Colchester General Hospital
Turner Road, Colchester, United Kingdom, CO4 5JL
Clacton Hospital
Tower Road, Clacton, United Kingdom, CO15 1HL
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AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Dr Thines Karunakaran is kind, reassuring, and professional in patient interactions. He gives clear explanations for procedures such as gastroscopies and endoscopies, ensuring patient comfort and safety. He offers continuous reassurance; patients praise his good work with colonoscopies, gastroscopies, and endoscopies.
Dr Karunakaran explained the procedure to me and me feel calm. Afterwards he told me what he observed. He was very professional and I would like to thank him and his team for looking after me
Staff were charming and helpful. Facilties were clean, well lit and easily accessible. Karen, my nurse, was unable to access the information I provided on my current medication, previous operations and most importantly allergies. This made me anxious and concerned about sharing information across NHS. Why wasn't this available?
Took time to explain everything, checked that I was ok, the whole experience was excellent.
Very polite, explained things well and had a very calming manner
Caring and professional, appointments were running a bit late but in such a calming environment I hardly noticed.
Dr Thines Karunakaran keeps you feeling comfortable and relaxed , the team is ADL just as caring I couldn’t fault anything at all
Very good. Cannot remember anything about the procedure until waking up in recovery room.
From start to finish Dr karunakaran was extremely helpful Ive never seen so much professionalism as i was treated by this doctor hope we have more Doctors like mr karunakaran as he explained everything that I needed to know thank you DR for all your advice keep up the hard work.
Very thorough, very helpful and explained what he thought was best for next step. Very down to earth, felt like he really was looking at the overall health
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Sensible, approachable and patient-centred colleague with skills in general and therapeutic endoscopy
24 Jun 2026
Dr. Arif Hussenbux
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What are Dr Thines Karunakaran's reviews like?
Dr Thines Karunakaran's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 195 reviews.
What languages does Dr Thines Karunakaran speak?
Dr Thines Karunakaran speaks English
Where is Dr Thines Karunakaran located?
Dr Thines Karunakaran primarily practices at Oaks Hospital, located at 120 Mile End Road, Colchester, United Kingdom, CO4 5XR
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Dr Thines Karunakaran is working Tuesday (09:00 - 13:00)
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