Mr Charles Imber
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Mr Charles Imber
Consultant Hepatobiliary Surgeon & Liver Transplant Surgeon in London
MD FRCS Mb Bchir BSc (Hons)
GMC: 3685497
Top Doctors Awards: 2022
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Mr Charles Imber is a prominent London-based consultant general surgeon with more than 20 years of experience working as a medical professional. He specialises in emergency surgery, gallbladder surgery, laparoscopic surgery, liver surgery, pancreas surgery, and hernias. He currently practises at the Cleveland Clinic London Hospital and the Cleveland Clinic London Rapid Access Gallbladder Unit.
After completing his medical studies at Manchester University and Cambridge University respectively, he began specialising in liver transplants, hepatobiliary surgery, and pancreatic surgery, working at hospitals in London, Cambridge, and Birmingham, before officially becoming a consultant surgeon in 2006. Impressively, Mr Imber was, in 2012, awarded a HCA Travelling Fellowship, after having previously been awarded numerous other notable awards, including the Presentation Travel Award from the International Liver Transplant Society, which he was awarded with in 2006.
His other clinical interests include hernia surgery and gallbladder surgery. Always aiming to maximise patient care, he employs the use of the best technologies available, and is a pioneer of innovative mesh techniques for hernia repair. He is also an expert in both simple operations and more complicated cases, and has written extensively for peer-reviewed journals.
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I received excellent service at the Cleveland Clinic.
Dr Imber and his team were professional & accommodating.
I would like to draw your attention to two points though:
Dr Imber sadly cut me off when I tried entering into a dialog with him after my surgery while still at the hospital.
At my after care appointment, he decided to enter into a private conversation with a visiting patient and left me standing in the corridor.
I was unimpressed by this.
5th July 2024
Written by a private patient
Overall I had a great experience with Mr Imber: he is a very experienced and professional surgeon and he never made me doubt his competence.
I think he took a great care of me and I wouldn’t ever ask for more. May be just taking a bit more time focusing on my questions and or feelings would have made me even more relaxed. But I appreciate that he is a very busy consultant so I take it as a given. Nevertheless extremely grateful!
24th May 2024
Written by a private patient
In a word exceptional ! I don’t really need to say anymore…. He was extremely helpful from the my first appointment, through the surgery and on my check up. His team were fantastic across all the work disciplines within both hospitals.
I would highly recommend Cleveland Clinic.
The only negative is private health companies…. The issues of not agreeing to pay!!. I had waited for 3 months for robotic keyhole (which was agreed) to be informed I was having the Operation via the traditional method on the day of surgery.
This in no way was the blame of Cleveland Clinic and Mr Imber fully explained the situation and informed me that the traditional method was a better solution.
That said it meant I could have received the treatment last year.
Imagine if I had requested the keyhole on the day and it not been available? I would have been further delayed. I would suggest that if the issue of monies from certain companies is a problem then confirm that to the patient.
I just want to emphasise once again my treatment was First Class.
7th March 2024
Written by a private patient
Best decision I ever made meeting Mr Imber. He was able to offer a procedure that the NHS could not. The procedure has prolonged my life, absolutely priceless. If you hit a brick wall with the NHS, please ask for a referral to a private specialist.
23rd February 2024
Written by a private patient
My experience of Mr Imber was very good indeed. I met him on a Tuesday for a consultation. with surgery about 10 days later. He explained the procedure and was certainly more relaxed in the hospital where he had a good bedside manner. I would recommend Mr Imber without hesitation.
19th January 2024
Written by a private patient
Me Imber is an incredible surgeon who I feel so fortunate to have had as part of my medical team. He not only is top of his game, but empathetic, kind and I know he works so hard to provide the best outcome for me. Thank you so much Mr Imber for everything you have done to help me on my road to recovery.
12th December 2023
Written by a private patient
The care I received from Mr Imber and the surgical team was outstanding. At every stage, I felt confident I’d done my research well in selecting Mr Imber as my consultant. He clearly seemed to be someone at the top of his game, which was important to me as someone who is extremely anxious in any medical situation. On meeting him, I felt confident he would be the right consultant for the job (removing my gallbladder). Not only was he exceptionally well qualified, professionally, he was also extremely sensitive to my personal needs and was expert in managing my anxiety. I am so pleased to have made the decision for self-pay private care, on this occasion; I could not be happier with the experience I received from Mr Imber and the surgical team.
11th December 2023
Written by a private patient
What a phenomenal consultant. From the initial meet, I knew I was in safe and competent hands.
He was not only knowledgable but listened to my concerns with care and put me at ease.
The surgery went smoothly and I am so grateful to have had him, would highly recommend.
10th December 2023
Written by a private patient
During my pre surgery assessment Mr Imber was welcoming and very informative about the process of surgery, putting my mind at ease explaining every stage and how I would feel post surgery. This is very important when you’re feeling unwell and vulnerable. The care I received the day of my surgery was exceptional. I was reassured every step of the way, which helped any anxiety I had. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr Imber and I thank him for all his help.
15th October 2023
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Efficient precise good communication
8th September 2023
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12/11/2024
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Mr Imber was genuinely warm and friendly. He offered plenty of opportunities for questions, and was patient, clear and checked my understanding throughout. Mr Imber immediately put me at ease, and I felt completely confident in his ability to care for me.
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16/04/2023
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Simply to say, thankyou and your team for saving me. Cheryl x
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