Mr Prakash Saha
Professional statement
Mr Prakash Saha is a leading consultant vascular surgeon in London treating all aspects of vascular disease including those that affect arteries and veins. He has a specialist interest in using cutting-edge, key-hole technologies to treat patients with deep vein thrombosis (DVT), leg ulceration, varicose veins, peripheral vascular disease and aortic aneurysms.
Mr Saha trained at Guy's, King's and St. Thomas' Medical School and completed his higher surgical training in London and the South East. Following his PhD in vascular surgery he was awarded a prestigious NIHR Clinical Lectureship at St Thomas’ Hospital, which allowed him to have comprehensive training in both endovascular and open techniques for the treatment of the most complex vascular disease. Mr Saha completed his training with a specialist vascular fellowship at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney, Australia before returning to London to take up his Consultant position.
Mr Saha regularly lectures and helps train other surgeons from across the globe and has published widely. He has also led the development of innovative technologies that can help personalise the care of his patients.
Clinics
The Blackheath Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
East London, 40-42 Lee Terrace, Blackheath, London SE3 9UD,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 23 years of experience
- Consultant Vascular Surgeon, London Bridge Hospital (2019 - present)
Subspecialties
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Vascular malformations (paediatric and adult)
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy, King's College London (2012)
- Fellowship of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons (FRCS)
Teaching posts
- Clinical Senior Lecturer, King's College London (2018 - present)
- NIHR Clinical Lecturer in Vascular Surgery, NIHR Clinical Research Network (2012 - 2016)
Publications and conferences
- Saha P, Humphries J, Modarai B, et al. Leukocytes and the natural history of deep vein thrombosis: current concepts and future directions. Arterioscler Thromb Vasc Biol. 2011;31(3):506-512. doi:10.1161/ATVBAHA.110.213405
- Lyons OT, Patel AS, Saha P, Clough RE, Price N, Taylor PR. A 14-year experience with aortic endograft infection: management and results. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg. 2013;46(3):306-313. doi:10.1016/j.ejvs.2013.04.021
Prizes and awards
- Senior Author, Norman Williams Prize, Society of Academic and Research Surgery (2019)
- Senior Author, European Venous Forum - First Prize (2018)
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
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- Excellent decision to see Mr Saha. He was so good, thorough and reassuring in his diagnosis, treatment and professionalism. I totally trust him.
- Mr Sarah was very through with his advice. He answered all of our questions. The hospital was easy to find.
- Mr Saha was really a life saver in the treatment he administered to my elderly mother who was suffering in tremendous pain with a venous leg ulcer. Not only was his treatment a success, but his care and calm did wonders to restore my mum mentally too during a very traumatic time.
- Excellent professional services
- Visited Doctor Saha for a DVT related issue, he was very thorough and diagnosed another ailment outside of his area, which hadn’t been considered by other doctors. Prompt referrals and good communications by his PA. Would 100% recommend.
- Brilliant service would recommend.
- I would recommend Mr Saha, very good appointment, didn't feel rushed and he answered all my questions
- Exceptional experience well and clearly informed at every stage. I felt confident and safe under Dr Saha. I would recommend him to anyone with my condition.
- I have nothing but good to say about Prakash. Very professional, sympathetic, confident yet humble. I would fully recommend his services to anyone who needs it.