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Mr Amyn Haji
MA MBBChir MSc MD FRCS(Eng)
GMC: 4674490Professional statement
Mr Amyn Haji is a highly trained and highly experienced consultant colorectal and general surgeon based in London. He is an expert in interventional endoscopy covering both upper and lower GI endoscopy. Mr Haji's specialised interests include colorectal cancer, polyps, endoscopy, haemorrhoids, hernias, and achalasia. Currently, he is the clinical lead for colorectal surgery and endoscopy at King's College Hospital; London where he is also an Honorary Senior Lecturer.
Graduating from the University of Cambridge, Mr Haji received his primary medical qualification in 1999. He later undertook his basic surgical training at University College London Hospitals and Basildon, before he continued his higher surgical training with King's College Hospital and Essex in North East Thames. Having done extensive clinical research, in 2006 Mr Haji was awarded a Masters in Surgical Science from the University of Kent. He was made a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in 2010 and subsequently completed a fellowship in Advanced Colonoscopy at Showa University, Japan. As his clinical research continued, Mr Haji was additionally awarded a Doctorate in Medicine from King's College London in 2011.
Since his fellowship under Professor Kudo in Japan, Mr Haji has developed a skilled practice of endoscopic mucosal resection and endoscopic submucosal dissection in the treatment of colorectal polyps. He uses advanced endoscopic techniques and is an expert in laparascopic general and colorectal surgery, as well as interventional endoscopy. Notably, Mr Haji was the first in the UK to use the peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) technique to treat achalasia.
Presently, Mr Haji's research and clinical interests are focused on the utilisation of high frequency colonoscopy ultrasound in the staging of colorectal polyps and cancer. He has authored and published over 100 papers, one of which he received the 'British Journal of Surgery Prize for Best Paper' award in 2009.
Mr Haji maintains leadership roles and sharing his passion with future junior doctors and fellow doctors in his field. Some of these positions include leading the tertiary referral service of endoscopic resection of gastrointestinal polyps at King's College London, where he is also the Director of Surgery and also leads the interventional luminal endoscopy service.
Graduating from the University of Cambridge, Mr Haji received his primary medical qualification in 1999. He later undertook his basic surgical training at University College London Hospitals and Basildon, before he continued his higher surgical training with King's College Hospital and Essex in North East Thames. Having done extensive clinical research, in 2006 Mr Haji was awarded a Masters in Surgical Science from the University of Kent. He was made a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in 2010 and subsequently completed a fellowship in Advanced Colonoscopy at Showa University, Japan. As his clinical research continued, Mr Haji was additionally awarded a Doctorate in Medicine from King's College London in 2011.
Since his fellowship under Professor Kudo in Japan, Mr Haji has developed a skilled practice of endoscopic mucosal resection and endoscopic submucosal dissection in the treatment of colorectal polyps. He uses advanced endoscopic techniques and is an expert in laparascopic general and colorectal surgery, as well as interventional endoscopy. Notably, Mr Haji was the first in the UK to use the peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) technique to treat achalasia.
Presently, Mr Haji's research and clinical interests are focused on the utilisation of high frequency colonoscopy ultrasound in the staging of colorectal polyps and cancer. He has authored and published over 100 papers, one of which he received the 'British Journal of Surgery Prize for Best Paper' award in 2009.
Mr Haji maintains leadership roles and sharing his passion with future junior doctors and fellow doctors in his field. Some of these positions include leading the tertiary referral service of endoscopic resection of gastrointestinal polyps at King's College London, where he is also the Director of Surgery and also leads the interventional luminal endoscopy service.
Clinics
King Edward VII's Hospital
Central London, 5-10 Beaumont St, W1G 6AAMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 27 years of experience
- Consultant colorectal surgeon, King Edward VII's Hospital (2013 to present)
Subspecialties
- Abdominal wall reconstruction and component separation
- Achalasia
Professional memberships
- Fellow, The Royal College of Surgeons
- Fellow, Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (ACPGBI)
Education
- MB BChir, University of Cambridge (1999)
- Masters in Surgical Science, University of Kent (2008)
Teaching posts
- Mr Haji is a recognised trainer by the General Medical Council.
Positions in organisations
- Director of Endoscopy, King’s College Hospital
- Chair, South East London Group
Publications and conferences
- Mr Haji's research can be found on ResearchGate.
- Spadaccini M, Bourke MJ, Maselli R, Pioche M, Bhandari P, Jacques J, Haji A, Yang D, Albéniz E, Kaminski MF, Messmann H, Herreros de Tejada A, Sferrazza S, Pekarek B, Rivory J, Geyl S, Gulati S, Draganov P, Shahidi N, Hossain E, Fleischmann C, Vespa E, Iannone A, Alkandari A, Hassan C, Repici A; ESD Western Alliance (EWA). Clinical outcome of non-curative endoscopic submucosal dissection for early colorectal cancer. Gut. 2022 Jan 20:gutjnl-2020-323897. doi: 10.1136/gutjnl-2020-323897. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35058275.
Prizes and awards
- RSM Coloproctology Fellowship (March 2011)
- ASCRS Overseas Travelling Fellowship (May 2010)
Languages spoken
- English
- Hindi
Registration number: 4674490
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5.0
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- The whole process from booking, outpatients at King Edward VIII, operation at the Cromwell and back to OP at KE went excellently. The bilat hernia repair feels very firm with no obvious complcatins. Mr Haji and his term were charming and effective.
- I’m so glad I found Dr. Amyn Haji. He’s incredibly knowledgeable, thorough, and truly cares about his patients. He explains everything clearly, never rushes you, and makes you feel heard and respected. It’s rare to find a doctor who combines expertise with such genuine compassion
- Mr Haji is a fantastic surgeon he has a lovely personality is warm and has a great bed side manner. I was very worried about the procedure but ha put my mind to rest. The pre and post procedure meetings were first rate.
- From my first initial call with Dr haji I felt listened too and cared for. He is very thourough and is very reassuring. Thank you
- Mr Haji is very knowledgeable and experienced, I felt very safe in his care. He listened carefully to my questions and explained very well the diagnosis in great detail and the treatment. I was so happy with he the result. He took great care of my treatment from beginning to end.
- I received hernia surgery from Mr Haji in September 2024 and would thoroughly recommend him and his team and Natalie his private secretary for any treatment.
- I had a consultation with Mr Haji and I felt very confident and positive with what he was saying and suggesting for me. His explanations were clear and precise. I would definitely recommend Mr Haji to anyone who requires his expertise in his field.
- In February 2024 I had a hemorrhoidectomy performed by Mr. Haji. I was very apprehensive but his calm, friendly and professional demeanour put me at ease. Post op I received compassionate and practical advice. Thank you Mr.Haji and Natalie for the excellent care.
- I´ve been treated by Dr. Haji, for an acute appendix case and the care and treatment received during the process has been outstanding. Friendly communication while explaining the intervention and recovery process combined with excellence during the practise are my highlights.
- Dear Mr Haji I cannot thank you enough for the surgery (ESD) and exceptional care you have given me over the last two months. Your professionalism, compassion and dedication to patient care is truly outstanding. I am so grateful. Thank you.