Dr Omer Ahmad
Professional statement
Dr Omer Ahmad is a multi-award winning gastroenterologist and expert interventional endoscopist practising at prestigious locations including the London Digestive Centre and University College Hospital London.
Dr Ahmad is currently clinical co-lead for the North Central London Endoscopy Network. He is one of the select few endoscopists specialising in the early detection and treatment of pre-cancerous conditions in both the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract (oesophagus, stomach and colon/bowel). He is a specialist-accredited colonoscopist for the National Bowel Cancer Screening Programme (requiring rigorous accreditation and audit of key performance indicators).
He was ranked first nationally in the United Kingdom to gain specialist training, awarded the British Society of Gastroenterology clinical and translational scientist of the year and subsequently the National Endoscopy Rising Star Award. He studied medicine at University College London graduating with a distinction in both clinical sciences and practice alongside a 1st Class Honours intercalated degree in Pharmacology. He was awarded the A.J. Clark Prize for the best overall performance and placed on the prestigious Dean's List for outstanding academic achievement.
Dr Ahmad is a luminal gastroenterologist, in addition to advanced endoscopy, his specialist clinical practice includes the diagnosis and management of a wide range of gut disorders such as gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (heartburn) and irritable bowel syndrome.
His completed an academic endoscopy fellowship and PhD at UCL, developing pioneering AI software now used in clinical practice to detect early signs of gastrointestinal cancer. He continues to lead innovative research at the Division of Surgery and Interventional Sciences and the Surgical Robot Vision Research Group at UCL. He serves as an expert working member on multiple scientific committees and is frequently invited internationally to lecture (British Society of Gastroenterology, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Japanese GI Endoscopy Society).
Clinics
London Digestive Centre (HCA)
W1G Marylebone London, 41 Welbeck St, London W1G 8EA,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 15 years of experience
- Consultant gastroenterologist and interventional endoscopist, London Digestive Centre (present)
Subspecialties
- Achlasia
- Eosinophilic oesophagitis
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Physicians
- British Society of Gastroenterology
Education
- PhD, University College London
- Membership, Royal College of Physicians
Teaching posts
- Live endoscopy courses (co-organiser and faculty), University College London Hospital
- Acaedmic supervisor, University College London
Positions in organisations
- Clinical researcher, WEISS - Wellcome / EPSRC Centre for Interventional and Surgical Sciences (2017 – present)
- Clinical co-lead, North London Endoscopy Network
Publications and conferences
- Dr Ahmad's published research can be accessed on ResearchGate.
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
- Would you recommend this doctor?
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- Treatment of the staff
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- Dr Ahmad was excellent and extremely personable, making me feel comfortable straight away. He was clear and concise in explaining his opinion and the action plan. He followed up quickly after our appointment with a letter to my GP. Highly recommend!
- Dr Ahmad has been exceptionally helpful in reaching a diagnosis for my gut issues. He made me feel at ease during a colonoscopy and throughout any consultations. He explains the issues straightforwardly. I would recommend his services to everyone!