Professor Khurshid Akhtar
MBBS FRCS FRCS (Gen) MDGeneral Surgery
30 years of experience
20 years as a specialist
Practices worked at
HCA UK at The Wilmslow Hospital
52 Alderley Road, Wilmslow, United Kingdom, SK9 1NYAbout
I am a Consultant General and Upper GI Surgeon with a
special interest in Oesophagus and Stomach cancer, Gastroesophageal Reflux
Disease, Hiatus Hernia, Bariatric surgery, Gall Stones and keyhole Hernia
Surgery.
I have been a consultant surgeon for over 20 years,
initially at the Pennine Trust and since 2010 at the Salford Royal Foundation
Trust. At the Salford Royal Hospital, I work in the Department of Upper GI Surgery
which is one of the largest Upper GI Surgical Unit in the country.
I belief in lifelong learning and over the years I have
acquired extensive expertise and experience in my field of interest. I use all
my knowledge and skill to provide a best possible care to my patients.
Every patient is an individual with personal needs and requirements.
When I am recommending a treatment to my patient, I always make sure that I
have given a careful consideration to everything which may be important. I am
very pleased that I have thousands of happy patients who I have had the privilege
to treat over the years.
I have a research interest in oesophagogastric cancer, Barrett’s
oesophagus and bariatric surgery.
I am a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
and also member of the Association of Upper GI Surgeons of Great Britten and Ireland
(AUGIS), Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons of Great Britten (ALGGBI) and
Ireland, British Obesity & Metabolic Surgery Society (BOMSS)and Manchester
Regional Association of Surgeons (MRAS)
I am an expert in
Gall stones and Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Inguinal and Umbilical hernia
Keyhole hernia surgery
Gastroscopy
Gastroesophageal Reflux disease and Hiatus hernia surgery
Barrett’s Oesophagus
Achalasia
Oesophagus and Stomach Cancer
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
- Anti-Reflux Surgery
- Cholecystectomy
- Gastoscopy
- Keyhole (Laproscopic) Hernia Repair
- Oesophagus Cancer Surgery
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
- Hiatus hernia repair
- Minimally Invassive Oesophagectomy
- Barrett's Oesophagus
- Sportsman Groin pain and inguinal hernia
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Oesophageal Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Barrett Oesophagus
- Gastrooesophageal Reflux
Medical procedures
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
- Achalasia Surgery
- Acid Reflux Surgery
- Fundoplication
- Gallstone Surgery
- Gastroscopy
- Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
- Laparoscopy
- Linx System
- Oesophagus Cancer Surgery (Oesophagectomy)
- Open Hernia Repair
- Splenectomy
- Stomach Cancer Surgery (Gastrectomy)
Special interests
- Inguinal Hernia
- Acid Reflux
- Barrett's Oesophagus
- Hernia
- Hiatus Hernia
- Achalasia
- Cholestasis
- Femoral Hernia
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gallstones
- Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers
- Gastritis
- Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
- Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
- Gastroparesis
- Heart Burn
- LPR Reflux
- Oesophageal Cancer
- Oesophageal Spasm
- Oesophagitis
- Pyloric Stenosis
- Stomach Cancer
- Swollen Stomach
- Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
Education
Doctor of Medicine (MD) Universtiy of Manchester 2000
FRCS The Academy of Royal Colleges of Surgeons 1999
FRCS Royal College of Surgeons of England 1990
MBBS Universtiy of Karachi, Pakistan 1983
Reviews
4.93 Overall Patient Trust rating
Inguinal Hernia
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3/10
Acid Reflux
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2/10
Barrett's Oesophagus
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2/10
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
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2/10
Gallbladder Removal (cholecystectomy)
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1/10
Hernia
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1/10
Hiatus Hernia
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1/10
Hiatus hernia repair
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1/10
Oesophagectomy
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1/10
Patient seen for:
Inguinal Hernia
I wish all consultants were like Prof Akhtar. He is a very nice man and clearly an expert in his field. He seems to love his work and the care of his patients rather than seeking commercial gain as some consultants do.
Read morePatient seen for:
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gave a good explanation of what to expect with the surgery, and how to manage the condition in the period up to surgery. Very brief interaction on the day of the surgery, and seemed a little rushed then, but was very happy to take his time and explain everything I asked during both the pre-op and post-op sessions. The surgery went very well, with no problems or issues (it was described to me as 'boring' - which is definitely a good thing!). Overall, a very good experience and I am very grateful to him.
Read morePatient seen for:
Inguinal Hernia
Prof Akhtar was efficient, courteous and professional
Read morePatient seen for:
Inguinal Hernia Hernia
I found Professor Akhtar to be extremely helpful he explained everything that he would do in a sympathetic and kind way. I would highly recommend him.
Read morePatient seen for:
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Professor Akhtar has made my experience of surgery as good as I could of hoped for. I find the whole concept of surgery terrifying and at the pre op appointment he gave me just enough information so I knew what to expect but allowed me to ask questions if I wanted to know more - which I personally didn’t. On the day of surgery he was incredibly reassuring, he could sense I was extremely anxious and ensured I was well looked after to calm my nerves. The surgery has been a success, and I’m healing well. I’m so happy that I went with Professor Akhtar and would highly recommend.
Read morePatient seen for:
Hiatus hernia repair Hiatus Hernia
Very professional and operation was a success. Explanation about after operation food not too good as wasn’t explained until after op.
Read morePatient seen for:
Acid Reflux
Mr Akhtar is quite simply fantastic. I was referred to him for anti-reflux surgery after suffering with acid reflux for 2 years attending A&E due to severe pain. I was very nervous about this surgery as I had heard that it was technical but was put at ease by Mr Akhtar and his knowledge. He explained in detail what would happen and any possible side effects, gave me the chance to ask comments and was very understanding of my anxieties related to having surgery. His bedside manner was great and he really is a lovely man who you feel genuinely cares right up until discharge. I am now almost 5mths post surgery and feel great. My quality of life has significantly improved and I no longer have pain. I am able to eat anything again and don't rely on medication. It took about 6 weeks for me to start to return to a 'normal' diet and after 2 1/2 mths I can eat / drink what I like. It truly has been life changing for me as I feel healthy and able to deal with what the day brings rather than heading straight for the medical cupboard in the morning. I can't recommend Mr Akhtar enough. His secretary is also fab and again very helpful and friendly. My experience going through this surgery (which I was quite scared about) has been extremely positive. Thank you Dr Akhtar and Catherine.
Read morePatient seen for:
Gallbladder Removal (cholecystectomy)
Great experiance, I recovered quickly and felt good after a few days. Three weeks later and back to normal although I felt great after two weeks. The scars are very small and the explanation at pre and post op appointment made everything very clear.
Read morePatient seen for:
Acid Reflux Barrett's Oesophagus
I consider myself extremely fortunate to be under the care of such a professional and extremely competent and caring surgeon. Professor Akhtar is excellent in his field of expertise.
Read morePatient seen for:
Barrett's Oesophagus Oesophagectomy
Professor Akhtar is without doubt the finest medical professional I have encountered .He personally saved me from a very aggressive Oesophageal cancer by his skill as a surgeon and particularly in his use of laparoscopy in a difficult surgical procedure.This ensured a much speedier recovery for me than would normally have been expected via open surgical procedures.I have since made a full recovery and live a relatively normal life.His knowledge and manner are of the highest standard you could ever expect.
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