Dr Sarmed Sami
MBChB, MRCP, PGCME, PhDGastroenterology
Recommended by
5 specialists
17 years of experience
11 years as a specialist
Practices worked at
41 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8DU59 reviews
42-52 Nottingham Place, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5NY575 reviews
About
Dr. Sami is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Honorary Associate Professor at University College London (UCL) and University College London Hospitals NHS Trust. The UCL Faculty of Medical Sciences is ranked #1 in London for Medicine and #10 in the world.
Dr. Sami trained at centres of excellence both in the UK and the USA including a dedicated advanced GI fellowship at the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN which was recently ranked as the #1 hospital in the world!
He is the founder and director of Digestive Health UK. He has an exemplary track record in research, education and clinical care for patients. He completed a National Endoscopy Research Fellowship which lead to the award of a PhD. Since receiving his Post Graduate Certificate in Medical Education, has undertaken multiple teaching roles in undergraduate and postgraduate capabilities, as well as serving as a faculty member and speaker on several national and international courses and workshops.
Sarmed is proud to be the recipient of several prestigious awards including: the Cook Medical Marsha Dreyer award from the American Society for GI Endoscopy (ASGE); the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) out of programme award; and more recently, the Fellows-in-training award from the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG). He is also the lead author and co-author of over 40 high impact peer-reviewed publications and research abstracts in the field of Gastroenterology including the current UK guidelines on oesophageal dilatation.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
- Gastroscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy
- Capsule endoscopy
- Bravo pH capsule monitoring
- Stretta therapy
- Endoscopic resection
- HALO ablation
- Acid reflux (GORD or GERD), heartburn, and indigestion
- Swallowing problems, belching, and throat clearing
- Abdominal pain and bloating
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), diarrhoea, and constipation
- Barrett’s Oesophagus
- Achalasia
- Eosinophilic oesophagitis
- Oesophageal strictures management (narrowing of the oesophagus)
- Oesophageal cancer and pre-cancerous lesions (dysplasia)
- Bowel cancer screening
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Coeliac disease
- Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth
Medical procedures
- Endoscopy
- BRAVO Capsule
- Bowel Cancer Screening
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Endoscopic Laser Treatment
- Enteral Feeding
- Gastroscopy
- Oesophageal Stent Insertion
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
- STRETTA
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Video Consultation
Special interests
- Acid Reflux
- Bloating
- Diarrhoea
- Heart Burn
- Achalasia
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Barrett's Oesophagus
- Coeliac Disease
- Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
- Colorectal Cancer
- Constipation
- Crohn’s Disease
- Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Food Intolerance
- Functional Bowel Disease
- Gallstones
- Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers
- Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
- Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastroparesis
- Haemochromatosis
- Hiatus Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Iron Deficiency Anaemia
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- LPR Reflux
- Oesophageal Cancer
- Oesophageal Spasm
- Oesophagitis
- Pyloric Stenosis
- Rectal Bleeding
- Swollen Stomach
- Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
Education
Education:
USMLE - United States Medical Licensing Examination, USA, 2016
MRCP Gastroenterology - Royal College of Physicians, UK, 2016
PhD - University of Nottingham, UK, 2015
PGCME - University of York, UK, 2011
MRCP - Royal College of Physicians, UK, 2008
MBChB - Baghdad University, Iraq, 2003
Memberships
American Gastroenterological Association (AGA)
American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE)
British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG)
Royal College of Physicians, UK
Medical Defence Union (MDU)
Reviews
4.96 Overall Patient Trust rating
Endoscopy
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58/98
Gastroenterology
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57/98
Acid Reflux
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21/98
Colonoscopy
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13/98
Heart Burn
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13/98
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
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12/98
Swallowing disorder (dysphagia)
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9/98
Gastroscopy
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8/98
Diarrhoea
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7/98
Barrett's Oesophagus
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6/98
Dyspepsia (indigestion)
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3/98
GORD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease)
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3/98
Anaemia
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2/98
BRAVO Capsule
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2/98
Bloating
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2/98
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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2/98
Oesophagitis
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2/98
Rectal Bleeding
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2/98
Achalasia
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1/98
BRAVO
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1/98
Bowel Cancer Screening
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1/98
Coeliac Disease
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1/98
Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
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1/98
Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease
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1/98
Iron Deficiency Anaemia
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1/98
Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
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1/98
Weight Loss
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1/98
eosinophilic
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1/98
eosinophilic oesophagitis
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1/98
gastroenterology
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1/98
heartburn
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1/98
polyps
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1/98
rectal bleed
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1/98
vomiting
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1/98
Patient seen for:
Endoscopy Achalasia Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
After few years of suffering with swallowing problems and having tests. Dr. Sami diagnosed my condition and explained the problem clearly. I was amazed by how different my experience was this time with tests and treatments compared to other hospitals in the past.
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Endoscopy Acid Reflux Barrett's Oesophagus
Outstanding team and very clear explanation of symptoms. Tests all done on time despite difficult time with covid. Dr. Sami was very pleasant, calm, and knowledgeable.
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Endoscopy Barrett's Oesophagus Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
Experience with Dr. Sami and team was excellent despite the difficult times with covid. All tests arranged in time.
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Bowel Cancer Screening Rectal Bleeding Colonoscopy
I had my colonoscopy to check for polyps. Procedure was very comfortable. Excellent team.
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BRAVO Capsule Acid Reflux Endoscopy
Found Dr. Sami on Digestive Health UK website. Very knowledgeable and supportive. Good experience.
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Endoscopy Acid Reflux Heart Burn
underwent gastroscopy and colonoscopy with Dr. Sami and he was excellent. Very professional.
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Gastroscopy Colonoscopy Iron Deficiency Anaemia
My experience with consultation and procedures were excellent and very efficient.
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Heart Burn Acid Reflux Gastroscopy
I had an endoscopy done by Dr. Sami. The best experience so far. He made sure I was comfortable and relaxed. Painless!!
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Acid Reflux Heart Burn Endoscopy
Dr Sami helped my mum with her symptoms and was very kind.
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Endoscopy Colonoscopy Diarrhoea
Dr. Sami diagnosed my symptoms rapidly and was very meticulous.
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Peer recommendations
Recommended by 5 doctors for:
5
Gastroenterology
Dr Sami is an excellent gastroenterologist who provides holistic care to his patients.
For specialty: Gastroenterology
For conditions: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
For procedures: Endoscopy
I am delighted to recommend Dr Sami who is an excellent Gastroenterologist, endoscopist and general physician.
For specialty: Gastroenterology
For conditions: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
For procedures: Endoscopy
Connection: Is a colleague
Mr Chadwan Al Yaghchi
Ear Nose & Throat Surgery
15-07-2020
Dr Sami is an excellent and knowledgable gastroenterologist. He has a set of unique skills amongst his peers. I would highly recommend him.
For specialty: Gastroenterology
For conditions: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
For procedures: Endoscopy
Connection: Is a colleague
For Upper GI gastroenterology
For specialty: Gastroenterology
For conditions: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
For procedures: Endoscopy
Connection: Is a colleague
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