Mr Chokkalingam Arun
Professional statement
Mr Chokkalingam Arun is a leading consultant general and colorectal surgeon based in Hereford. His areas of expertise include hernia repair, laparoscopy, robotic colorectal surgery, lumps and bumps, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) surgery, and proctology conditions such as haemorrhoids and fistulae.
Mr Arun consults privately at Nuffield Health Hereford Hospital and The Wye Clinic Hereford. With over 29 years’ experience, he also practises for Hereford County Hospital and previously worked at Nevill Hall Hospital from 2008 to 2020. In addition, Mr Arun is also highly experienced in colonoscopy and diagnostic lower GI endoscopy procedures, as well as the management of anal fissures.
Mr Arun obtained his MBBS from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University in 1996. He completed his higher surgical training on the prestigious Mid Trent Rotation in Nottingham, before completing a research MD at the University of Leicester in 2002, investigating tumour markers in colorectal cancer.
Furthermore, Mr Arun maintains memberships in several professional organisations, including the Association of Surgeons of Great Britain. Known for his charming demeanour, Mr Arun is widely respected for his excellent surgical skills and consistently positive patient outcomes.
Clinics
Nuffield Health Hereford Hospital
Hereford, Venns Ln, Hereford HR1 1DF,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 30 years of experience
- Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon, The Wye Clinic Hereford (present)
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
- Association of Surgeons of Great Britain
Education
- FRCS in General Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons (2008)
- MD (Research) on Tumour Markers in Colorectal Cancer, University of Leicester (2002)
Publications and conferences
- Mr Arun’s publications are available on his PubMed profile
Languages spoken
- English
- Tamil