Mr Hitesh Patel

Professional statement

Mr Hitesh Patel is a highly skilled consultant general, laparoscopic and colorectal surgeon based in London. His areas of expertise include colonoscopy, anal fistula, haemorrhoid surgery, gastroscopy, colorectal cancer, hernia surgery, and laparoscopic surgery for gallstones, hernias and colorectal cancer.

Mr Patel, who has over 30 years' clinical experience, currently consults privately at The London Independent Hospital, Spire London East Hospital, and Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, and has a Master of Surgery Degree from the University of London and an MBChB from the University of Liverpool. Mr Patel's comprehensive training, which he undertook within the North East Thames higher surgical rotation, also includes two prestigious fellowships in colorectal surgery at St Mark’s Hospital and Mount Sinai Hospital.

A trusted expert in his specialty, Mr Patel is also highly proficient in ileo-anal pouch surgery, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), pilonidal sinus disease, anal fissure, colorectal screening, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and complex procedures such as muscle relaxant injections and the Kaydakis flap procedure. Notably, Mr Patel additionally participated in pioneering surgery using Microsoft HoloLens technology within the mixed reality space.

Mr Patel has published various articles regarding colorectal cancer in high-impact scientific journals, and is also a member of esteemed professional organisations such as the Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons. Mr Patel's commitment to excellence and innovation in clinical practice underscores his dedication to advancing patient care and surgical techniques in the field of general, laparoscopic and colorectal surgery.