Dr Mayur Kumar
Professional statement
Dr Mayur Kumar is a leading Consultant Gastroenterologist specialising in Endoscopy; Acid reflux; Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD); Hepatobiliary diseases; Gastrointestinal, Pancreatic and Colon cancer. He also has a special interest in diseases of the liver, oesophagus, irritable bowel syndrome, pancreatic diseases and coeliac disease.
After completing his specialist training in Internal medicine and Gastroenterology/Hepatology in London and at the South-East, he was awarded his Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (CCST) in 2014. He later trained as a fellow of University College London Hospital where he practised advanced endoscopy and ERCP. He was awarded the prestigious Peter Cotton International Travel Fellowship to visit USA for ERCP training .He is a JAG accredited endoscopist and performs all endoscopic procedures including ERCP and Therapeutic endoscopy.
Dr Kumar is currently the Clinical Lead for the Endoscopy service and GI cancer service at Princess Royal University Hospital, part of King's College Hospital NHS Trust. He also practises privately in various clinics in South London. He is also actively involved in medical students, junior doctors and specialty registrar teaching and training and is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at King's College London and is a faculty member for various training courses in medicine and endoscopy.
During his career, Dr Kumar has presented research papers at both national and international conferences and published many papers in peer-reviewed journals. He has also been involved in clinical research and has ongoing research interests in Pancreato-biliary disease, Hepatology and Endoscopy and is a Principal Investigator for several research studies. He is an active member of British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG), Royal College of Physicians London, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) and World Endoscopy Organisation (WEO).
Dr Kumar is very helpful and has very pleasant bedside manners and excellent communication skills. He is trained in advanced communication skills and is empathetic towards his patients and families as reflected from his patients feedback.
Clinics
Chelsfield Park Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
Orpington, Bucks Cross Road, BR6 7RGMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 22 years of experience
- Consultant Gastroenterologist, BMI Chelsfield Park Hospital, Chelsfield (present)
Subspecialties
- GI cancer
- Hepatobiliary
Professional memberships
- British Society of Gastroenterology
- Royal College of Physicians
Education
- FRCP Royal College of Physicians, London (2019)
- Advanced Endoscopy / ERCP Fellowship University College London Hospital (2012)
Teaching posts
- Actively involved in training junior doctors and specialist trainees
- Honorary Senior Lecturer at King's College London
Publications and conferences
- Investigation and management of pancreatic exocrine insufficiency - M Kumar, M Wilkinson; Prescriber journal; May 2013
- Khat induced hepatitis-a case series and review of literature; M Jenkins, M Kumar, R Hairslip, U Mahadeva, S Lucas, T Wong, P Dargan; Frontline Gastroenterol ; published online May 10, 2013 doi: 10.1136/flgastro-2013-100318
Prizes and awards
- Clinical Excellence Award, Kings College Hospital NHS Trust
Languages spoken
- English
- Urdu
Reviews
- Would you recommend this doctor?
- Treatment of the doctor
- Treatment of the staff
- Waiting time
- Condition of facilities
- I was told I would get an email about an appointment for next week, and was told that I would get an email about an over the counter supplement but I have not been sent anything so cannot plan. Didn’t really go through history or concerns. Confused as to what the next step is.
- This was my first private visit to see Dr Kumar but I have seen him on the NHS. I cannot fault him. He listens, answers all my questions, has empathy and is arranging all necessary tests. I would recommend him to anyone.
- Very helpful, courteous and knowledgeable. Thank you x
- After weeks of waiting for NHS input and experiencing deteriorating health, I booked an appointment with Dr Kumar. He was very helpful in explaining the nature of the condition, prescribing medication to help with immediate problems and gave advice for ongoing management.
- Very courteously received and my concerns were listened to with understanding and a way forward agreed. I came away from the initial consultation fully satisfied and at peace.
- Dr Kumar was patient and understanding. He listened to my problems and didn't rush me. He advised me about the procedure I needed, explaining each step. I was also given advice about how to manage my symptoms. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Dr. Kumar to others.