Colonoscopy: How to prepare and what to expect
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Dr Imran Ghanghro
MBBS MRCP(UK) SCE Gastroenterology FRCP(Glasg)
GMC: 6093045Professional statement
Dr Imran Ghanghro is a highly esteemed consultant gastroenterologist based in Birmingham who specialises in the diagnosis and management of all general gastroenterological problems, including dyspepsia, acid reflux, Barrett's oesophagus, irritable bowel syndrome, abdominal pain and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr Ghanghro also has particular expertise in endoscopy procedures, such as upper GI endoscopy and bowel cancer screening colonoscopy, which he has been independently performing for over 10 years.
After qualifying from Dow Medical College, Karachi in 1996, Dr Ghanghro moved to the UK, where he completed his post-graduate gastroenterological training. He was then awarded membership to the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) of the United Kingdom in 2004 and later accomplished additional specialist training in gastroenterology, before taking up his NHS specialist doctor in gastroenterology post at Royal Wolverhampton Hospital. Dr Ghanghro became a fellow of the RCP of Glasgow in 2019 and started working as an NHS consultant gastroenterologist at Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals that same year. Dr Ghanghro is specialist in bowel cancer screening and performs high level of colonoscopy procedures, including complex polyp work. In addition, he also carries out advanced endoscopic treatment for Barrett's oesophagus. He was appointed endoscopy lead only a year later and currently holds a position of Endoscopy Joint Training Lead.
On top of his clinical work, Dr Ghanghro has an interest in education and teaching. He is an endoscopy trainer, as well as a faculty and lead on several national JAG endoscopy training courses. He is also an examiner for the Royal College of Physicians.
Dr Ghanghro currently sees patients at Spire Little Aston as well as through e-Consultation. Taking an active role in his patients’ journey, his priority is to provide excellent patient care that can then build a close and harmonious relationship with his patients.
After qualifying from Dow Medical College, Karachi in 1996, Dr Ghanghro moved to the UK, where he completed his post-graduate gastroenterological training. He was then awarded membership to the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) of the United Kingdom in 2004 and later accomplished additional specialist training in gastroenterology, before taking up his NHS specialist doctor in gastroenterology post at Royal Wolverhampton Hospital. Dr Ghanghro became a fellow of the RCP of Glasgow in 2019 and started working as an NHS consultant gastroenterologist at Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals that same year. Dr Ghanghro is specialist in bowel cancer screening and performs high level of colonoscopy procedures, including complex polyp work. In addition, he also carries out advanced endoscopic treatment for Barrett's oesophagus. He was appointed endoscopy lead only a year later and currently holds a position of Endoscopy Joint Training Lead.
On top of his clinical work, Dr Ghanghro has an interest in education and teaching. He is an endoscopy trainer, as well as a faculty and lead on several national JAG endoscopy training courses. He is also an examiner for the Royal College of Physicians.
Dr Ghanghro currently sees patients at Spire Little Aston as well as through e-Consultation. Taking an active role in his patients’ journey, his priority is to provide excellent patient care that can then build a close and harmonious relationship with his patients.
Clinics
Spire Little Aston
Sutton Coldfield, Little Aston Hall Dr, Sutton Coldfield B74, UKMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 30 years of experience
- Consultant gastroenterologist, Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (2019 - present)
Subspecialties
- Abdominal pain
- Inflammatory bowel disease
Professional memberships
- Member, Association of Pakistan Physicians of Northern Europe
- British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG)
Education
- FRCP (Glasg), Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (2019)
- Specialty Certificate Examination (SCE) in Gastroenterology, Royal College of Physicians of the United Kingdom (2014)
Teaching posts
- Lead/Faculty on JAG Endoscopy Training Courses (present)
- Endoscopy Joint Training Lead, Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (present)
Languages spoken
- English
- Urdu
Registration number: 6093045
Articles
Videos
An expert guide to upper GI endoscopy - Online interview
In order for a doctor to be able to diagnose problems with your upper GI tract, an upper GI endoscopy procedure can...View more
What exactly is dyspepsia? - Online interview
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- Doctor Imran is highly professional and very reassuring I was quite anxious about a procedure but he made feel at ease.3 polyps removed.thank you doctor
- Very thorough, competent appointment thank you.
- Dr Ghanghro was efficient and friendly. He immediately put me at ease and calmed any worries. He was informative and answered all my questions. Throughout the procedure he was gentle and took time to explain what was happening and reassure me about the results.
- Dr Ghanghro was extremely polite, helpful and spent time explaining the next course of action.