Mr Ahmed HamoudaUpper GI and Bariatric Surgeon in East London
Mr Ahmed Hamouda
MB BCh MS FRCS MD FRCS(Gen Surg)
GMC: 6039911Professional statement
Mr Ahmed Hamouda is a highly respected consultant upper GI and bariatric surgeon based in Kent. He is renowned for his expertise in bariatric surgery, as well as gallbladder and abdominal hernia surgery. He also specialises in reflux surgery and balloon endoscopy procedures.
Mr Hamouda qualified in medicine at Ain Shams University, Egypt in 1992 before pursuing further training within a residency programme in general surgery. He later relocated to the UK to undertake specialty training, including an esteemed year-long laparoscopic biliary fellowship in Glasgow, where he gained invaluable expertise in minimally-invasive cholecystectomy and bile duct exploration procedures. Following the completion of his surgery specialty training, he also completed a six-month advanced bariatric fellowship in a renowned Centre for Excellence in Bariatric Surgery. For over ten years, Mr Hamouda served as an upper GI consultant at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust and is now based at Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital, where he is an integral part of the bariatric service, bringing with him his wealth of expertise and experience in endoscopic sleeve, gastric band and gastric bypass procedures, amongst many others. He also sees private patients at the Benenden Hospital in Cranbrook.
Throughout his esteemed career, Mr Hamouda has been involved in the education of medical students and his academic excellence earned him a university lectureship post shortly after graduating in medicine. Additionally, he has published a number of academic papers which appear in peer-reviewed journals. He regularly participates in important meetings within his field and is a member of a number of key professional bodies, including the British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society, the Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons and the European Association of Endoscopic Surgery. He is also director and lead bariatric surgeon at Weight Loss Surgery Kent.
To book an appointment with Mr Hamouda, request an appointment above, or contact him either via e-mail: [email protected], or call 02031006809.
Mr Hamouda qualified in medicine at Ain Shams University, Egypt in 1992 before pursuing further training within a residency programme in general surgery. He later relocated to the UK to undertake specialty training, including an esteemed year-long laparoscopic biliary fellowship in Glasgow, where he gained invaluable expertise in minimally-invasive cholecystectomy and bile duct exploration procedures. Following the completion of his surgery specialty training, he also completed a six-month advanced bariatric fellowship in a renowned Centre for Excellence in Bariatric Surgery. For over ten years, Mr Hamouda served as an upper GI consultant at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust and is now based at Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital, where he is an integral part of the bariatric service, bringing with him his wealth of expertise and experience in endoscopic sleeve, gastric band and gastric bypass procedures, amongst many others. He also sees private patients at the Benenden Hospital in Cranbrook.
Throughout his esteemed career, Mr Hamouda has been involved in the education of medical students and his academic excellence earned him a university lectureship post shortly after graduating in medicine. Additionally, he has published a number of academic papers which appear in peer-reviewed journals. He regularly participates in important meetings within his field and is a member of a number of key professional bodies, including the British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society, the Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons and the European Association of Endoscopic Surgery. He is also director and lead bariatric surgeon at Weight Loss Surgery Kent.
To book an appointment with Mr Hamouda, request an appointment above, or contact him either via e-mail: [email protected], or call 02031006809.
Clinics
The Blackheath Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
East London, 40-42 Lee Terrace, Blackheath, London SE3 9UD,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 34 years of experience
- Consultant surgeon, Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Abdominal hernias
- Appendicectomy
Professional memberships
- Member, Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons
- Member, Association of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeons
Education
- MB BCh, Bachelor of medicine, bachelor of surgery, Ain Shams University, Egypt (1992)
- MS
Positions in organisations
- Director and lead bariatric surgeon, Weight Loss Surgery Kent (present)
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 6039911
Reviews
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- Inguinal hernia repair. Mr Ahmed Hamuda is extremely polite and his bedside manner excellent. He is supported by a great team at Benenden Hospital in Cranbrook. Post operation I was able to go home and walk gently around my house with relative easy, following a good night's restDoctor's response -Many thanks for your feedback
- Mr Hamouda is an excellent surgeon. He is a knowledgeable and experienced gentleman who immediately puts one at ease. My consultation was not rushed and enabled me to decide that an op was my best option. Six weeks on, I can sincerely say that the whole experience was a success.Doctor's response -Many thanks
- Mr Hamouda recently removed my gallbladder. I specifically asked for Mr H because he did a gastric operation for me 5 years ago. He's friendly, honest and a highly knowledgeable Dr and I cannot recommend him enough. I have never had any complication with my surgeries.Doctor's response -Much appreciated
- Excellent service & communication from start to finish. Thanks to everyone for their professionalism throughout.Doctor's response -Thanks
- Mr Hamouda, successfully helped me with a hernia repair June 2024. This was my first surgery so I had questions. He was polite, patient and knowledgeable in answering my questions, and put me at ease. The surgery and recovery were without complications. Many thanks.Doctor's response -Thanks for your feedback
- Very FriendlyDoctor's response -Many thanks
- First vist I made the reception people had not advised I had arrived but Mr Hamouda was ready and waiting for me so valuable time was wasted, i.e. 20 minutes! Second visit fine.Doctor's response -Thanks for your feedback which has been passed onto reception staff.
- Very happy with my surgery to fix my hernia.Doctor's response -Thanks