Mr Danilo Miskovic
Professional statement
Mr Danilo Miskovic is an exceptionally skilled consultant general and colorectal surgeon based in London. He is also one of the leading robotic colorectal surgeons in the UK and internationally.
Throughout his career, Mr Miskovic has developed leading expertise in the surgical management of colorectal cancer (bowel cancer), with a focus on advanced minimally-invasive surgery, such as laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery, transanal surgery and robotic surgery. His expertise in his field has led him to become a consultant at the renowned St Mark's Hospital, a specialist bowel hospital in Harrow, West London.
From as early as 2013, Mr Miskovic has been at the forefront of implementing robotic surgery for colorectal procedures. He is incredibly skilled in the use of the novel da Vinci Si and Xi system and performs more than 150 major robotic cancer operations each year. In these major operations, he teaches and trains other professionals from all over the world in the use of this exciting and highly sophisticated technology. He is also a member of the faculty of the European Academy of Robotic Colorectal Surgery (EARCS).
Mr Miskovic's surgical practice also involves other aspects of general and colorectal surgery, such as proctology. He offers a wide range of surgical procedures for the treatment of anal fistula, hernia, pilonidal disease, prolapse and haemorrhoids.
Dr Miskovic completed his surgical training in Zurich, Switzerland, before relocating to the UK in 2007. After training as a registrar in Surrey and completing his PhD in London, he underwent extensive subspecialist training in minimally-invasive surgery as a fellow at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth. After training at some of the best colorectal units in the country, he was appointed as an Associate Professor and Consultant Surgeon at the University of Leeds and St James’ University Hospital in Leeds. He attends to the needs of patients in both the public and private health care sectors.
He also contributes to his field of work through surgical education and research. Dr Miskovic has a strong commitment to the development of surgical technology, education and quality in colorectal surgery.
Clinics
The Wellington Hospital Outpatients (HCA)
Central London, 15 - 17 Lodge Road, NW8 7JAMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 26 years of experience
- Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon, King Edward VII's Hospital Outpatient Department, Central London (present)
Subspecialties
- Colorectal surgery
- Colon cancer
Professional memberships
- ACPGBI (Association of Coloproctologist of Great Britain and Ireland)
- ESCP (European Society of Coloproctology)
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Imperial College London (2012)
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS ad eundum) (2009)
Teaching posts
- He is Director of Education at St.Mark’s Hospital.
- He is a trainer for minimally-invasive and robotic surgery, nationally and internationally.
Publications and conferences
- He is continuously contributing to current research, with a focus on improving the quality of colorectal cancer surgery and surgical technology.
- He has authored over seventy publications and book chapters.
Prizes and awards
- Awarded Best Paper by the Royal Society of Medicine (RSM) Coloproctology Section (2015)
- Winner of the Time to Shine Award for his enhanced recovery programme, awarded by the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (2015).
Languages spoken
- German
- English
Reviews
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- We are incredibly grateful to Dr. Miskovic for the exceptional care he provided during my husband’s surgery. From the very beginning, he showed not only outstanding skill in robotic surgery but also a deep sense of empathy and genuine care. His calm and reassuring manner made a difficult time feel a little less overwhelming. We felt safe, informed, and truly looked after every step of the way. Thank you, Dr. Miskovic - you are amazing!
- Dr Miskovic was professional, knowledgeable, caring, able to listen, and fitted in with my tight time schedule. His Medical staff certainly appreciated him. He did a fantastic job on my incisional hernias and I would highly recommend him.
- Dr Miskovic was very informative in regards the surgery and gave good advice and recommendations for current diagnosis of cancer we left feeling more hopeful than we had expected . I would recommend Dr.D Miskovic in regards to discussing surgery and options for surgery.
- Extremely happy with Dr Danilo, looked after my operation during a really difficult period. Thank you very much for all the help
- An absolute professional.
- Overall experience good in every way . Small hiccup in follow up care due to involvement of nhs at diagnostic stage but sorted satisfactorily
- I was in a complicated situation and Dr. Miskovic has smoothen my transition by being flexible with online consultation and being very prompt in reviewing all the needed documents like MRI, medical history and made the communication very easy.
- I could not have been happier with my treatment from Mr Miskovic. Was very kind and clear
- Very satisfied with my first visit to Dr. Miskovic. I was examined in a friendly and courteous manner and given detailed information about the next steps.
- Very skilled very caring, explains everything and I have great faith in him