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Understanding dysphagia: Causes, eating, warning signs, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment
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Dr Sarmed Sami
PGCME MRCP PhD
GMC: 6100088Professional statement
Dr Sarmed Sami is an accomplished consultant gastroenterologist who specialises in acid reflux testing (BRAVO capsule), endoscopy, swallowing problems, stomach pain, diarrhoea, blood in stool, bowel cancer screening, polypectomies, as well as Barrett's oesophagus. He is currently practising at esteemed clinic Digestive Health UK as well as at the Mayo Clinic Healthcare.
Dr Sami, who is also an honorary consultant gastroenterologist at University College London Hospital and an honorary associate professor at University College London, is also an expert when it comes to bloating, indigestion, heartburn, IBS, and oesophageal cancer, but to mention only a few. Notably, Dr Sami undertook his specialist training as well as his initial clinical practice at some of the world's most renowned hospitals, including the Mayo Clinic in the United States of America.
He has been awarded a whole host of prestigious awards during his career so far, including the Fellows-in-Training Award, which was presented to him by the American College of Gastroenterology in recognition of his scientific paper. He has published extensively to-date, and currently offers the London International Upper GI Symposium to GPs.
Clinics
Central London, 41 Welbeck St, London W1G 8DT,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 23 years of experience
- Consultant Gastroenterologist, Digestive Health UK (present)
Subspecialties
- Indigestion
- Oesophageal cancer
Professional memberships
- American Gastroenterological Association
- American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Education
- MRCP, Royal College of Physicians (2008)
- PGCME, University of York (2011)
Teaching posts
- Honorary Associate Professor, University College London (past)
Positions in organisations
- Medical Advisor, Heartburn Cancer UK and Eosnetwork charities
Publications and conferences
- You can see Dr Sami's publications on Google Scholar.
Prizes and awards
- Fellows-in-Training Award, American College of Gastroenterology
- British Society of Gastroenterology Trainees Out of Programme Award
Languages spoken
- English
- ِArabic
Registration number: 6100088
Content
Health content
Article
Blood in stool: Your questions answered
Blood in stool, also known as rectal bleeding, is a medical symptom that can manifest as b...
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An introduction to Dr Sarmed Sami
Dr Sarmed Sami is one of London's best-renowned gastroenterologists. In this introduction ...
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Why you can’t (and shouldn’t) ignore acid reflux
Acid reflux is a common condition that occurs in one in five people in the UK. Here, Dr Sa...
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Swallowing difficulties: All about dysphagia
If you have difficulty swallowing, it means you have dysphagia. Here, Dr Sarmed Sami, reno...
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Acid reflux: symptoms, cause and treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD)
Expert gastroenterologist Dr Sarmed Sami advises on which lifestyle modifications to make ...
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Advances in gastrointestinal endoscopy
Recent breakthroughs in technology now allow us to explore and examine parts of the body w...
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- I didnt go to the appointment.
- very professional and comfortable consultation.
- Dr Sami was efficient, caring and explained everything well.
- I am extremely satisfied with the experience. What stood out the most was how thorough and detailed the doctor was in explaining everything to me. He took the time to go over all the aspects of my condition, ensuring I understood every part of the process.
- All the above comments are well deserved have no hesitation is returning for further consultations
- Excellent
- Dr. Sarmed Sarmi is an outstanding, capable and caring professional! He was able to diagnose me effectively with exact precision! I felt I was in safe hands & he accommodated my needs given the urgency of my situation! He has a brilliant team supporting him! They’re magnificent!
- Very nice and professional doctor!
- Absolutely nothing but the highest praise for Dr Sami. He was thorough in gathering information about my medical situation and explained it very concisely all while having a high level of emotional intelligence. I’m glad I came to him and highly recommend him to others.