Consultant General, Laparoscopic & Colorectal Surgeon
Precision surgery.Compassionate care.
Mr Arifullah Khan
MBBS · FRCSEd · FRCS(Gen)
A consultant surgeon in practice since 1985, specialising in colorectal, keyhole, hernia, gallbladder, endoscopic and minimally invasive haemorrhoidal care across Cheshire and Greater Manchester.
GMC registration 4403906 · JAG-approved endoscopist
Consultant since 2005
96%
Would recommend
55 PHIN respondents
90%
Needs definitely met
55 PHIN respondents
29
Published reviews
4.8 average on IWGC
125
Reported admissions
PHIN profile data
Clinical focus
Modern surgical care, shaped around the patient.
Mr Khan’s practice brings together advanced laparoscopic techniques, colorectal expertise and consultant-led continuity of care. This official website presents his professional profile, expertise, fees, locations and consultation enquiry information in one place.
Complete profile summary
Professional details at a glance.
Primary specialty
General & colorectal surgery
With laparoscopic and endoscopic practice
Registration
GMC 4403906
Publicly listed registration number
In practice
Since 1985
MeditSimple professional listing
Consultant appointment
Since 2005
Consultant General Surgeon
Qualifications
MBBS, FRCSEd, FRCS(Gen)
Higher surgical training in London
Endoscopy
JAG approved
Screening, diagnostic and therapeutic
Consultation format
In person & remote
Remote audio consultations are publicly listed
Profile listing
Male
As recorded by MeditSimple
Areas of practice
Specialist expertise across the surgical pathway.
From investigation and diagnosis through surgery and recovery, Mr Khan’s publicly listed practice covers a broad range of colorectal and general surgical care.
Colorectal & bowel surgery
Surgical management of benign and malignant colorectal conditions, including bowel and rectal cancer, diverticular disease and complex bowel surgery.
- Laparoscopic colorectal surgery
- Bowel cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Colostomy and ileostomy surgery
- Ileostomy closure and Hartmann’s reversal
Endoscopy & screening
JAG-approved endoscopy for screening, diagnostic and therapeutic investigation of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract.
- Colonoscopy
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Gastroscopy
- Bowel cancer screening
Hernia surgery
Consultant assessment and open or laparoscopic repair tailored to the type and complexity of the hernia.
- Inguinal and sports hernia
- Femoral and umbilical hernia
- Incisional and epigastric hernia
- Keyhole hernia repair
Anal & haemorrhoidal surgery
Modern treatment options for common anal conditions, including minimally invasive techniques where clinically appropriate.
- THD and HALO procedures
- Haemorrhoidectomy and banding
- Anal fissure and fistula surgery
- Anal warts and pilonidal sinus
Gallbladder surgery
Investigation and management of gallbladder disease, including laparoscopic cholecystectomy for gallstones.
- Gallstone assessment
- Keyhole cholecystectomy
- Consultant-led follow-up
Inflammatory bowel disease
Surgical input for inflammatory and diverticular bowel conditions, working within multidisciplinary care and joint clinics.
- Crohn’s disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Diverticular disease
- Joint IBD clinics
Minor & skin procedures
Public profiles also list a focused range of general surgical and minor procedures.
- Skin lesion excision
- Lipoma and cyst removal
- Ingrown toenail surgery
- Pilonidal sinus treatment
Motility & functional disorders
Assessment and surgical input for bowel-function concerns where a specialist surgical opinion is appropriate.
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Colonic motility disorders
- Constipation investigation
- Functional bowel disorders
Complete listed treatment index
Procedures and conditions named across the supplied profiles.
Colorectal & bowel
- Bowel and colorectal cancer
- Laparoscopic bowel surgery
- Colostomy and ileostomy
- Ileostomy closure
- Hartmann’s reversal
- Diverticular disease
Anal & haemorrhoidal
- THD and HALO
- Open haemorrhoidectomy
- Rubber band ligation
- Anal fissure and fistula surgery
- Anal warts surgery
- Pilonidal sinus treatment
Endoscopy & upper GI
- Bowel cancer screening
- Colonoscopy
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Diagnostic and therapeutic gastroscopy
- Gallstone surgery
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Hernia & general surgery
- Inguinal and sports hernia
- Femoral and umbilical hernia
- Incisional and epigastric hernia
- Open and keyhole repair
- Skin lesion excision
- Ingrown toenail surgery
MeditSimple also categorises the practice under laparoscopy and hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery. The specific procedures described publicly in that area centre on gallbladder and gallstone treatment.
Professional profile
A career built on keyhole surgery, clinical leadership and teaching.
Mr Arifullah Khan, also professionally listed as Mr Arif Khan, is a Consultant General, Laparoscopic and Colorectal Surgeon at Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and in private practice across Cheshire and Greater Manchester.
He completed higher surgical training in the London Deanery at University College Hospital London and was awarded specialist completion certification by the Royal Colleges of Surgeons’ Intercollegiate Board. He was appointed a consultant general surgeon in 2005. MeditSimple lists his MBBS from the University of Karachi in 1985 and records his practice as beginning that year.
His leadership roles have included Colorectal Lead, Chair of the Colorectal Multidisciplinary Team and Head of the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery programme. Alongside clinical practice, he is publicly listed as a Senior Lecturer at Edge Hill University, an educational and clinical supervisor, consultant appraiser and faculty member for FRCS and MRCS courses.
His profiles describe him as a JAG-approved endoscopist who performs bowel cancer screening and diagnostic and therapeutic gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy. He is also described as a mentor and appraiser for consultant surgeons and as a member of the Clinical Excellence Award committee.
Languages
English · Urdu · Hindi
Leadership & education
National trainer
Laparoscopic colorectal surgery
National trainer
Minimally invasive haemorrhoidal surgery
Academic appointment
Senior Lecturer, Edge Hill University
Course faculty
FRCS Intercollegiate & MRCS
Clinical governance
Consultant appraiser & CEA committee member
Clinical leadership
Former Colorectal Lead, MDT Chair & ERAS Head
Training & qualifications
Four decades of medical and surgical development.
Qualifications and dates shown here are drawn from current public provider profiles and should be verified directly for credentialing purposes.
1985
MBBS
University of Karachi, as listed by MeditSimple
London
Higher surgical training
University College Hospital within the London Deanery
2005
FRCS(Gen) & CCST
Intercollegiate Board of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons
Education
Postgraduate Clinical Education
Diploma-level training; FRCS Exit and MRCS course faculty
Professional memberships
- General Medical Council
- British Medical Association
- Association of Surgeons of Great Britain & Ireland
- Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain & Ireland
- European Society of Coloproctology
- Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- Medical Defence Union
Recognition & research
Contributing beyond the operating theatre.
Mr Khan’s profiles describe published clinical research, participation in national audits and an ongoing commitment to surgical education and service improvement.
2024
Compassionate Culture Award
Listed on his PHIN professional profile.
ERAS
Innovation recognition
Awarded for work in enhanced recovery and laparoscopic surgery.
THD
Haemorrhoidal surgery research
A THD outcome cohort study is dated 26 March 2020.
3
Declared registries & audits
NBoCA, NELA and a colorectal cancer audit are listed by PHIN.
Publications
Clinical and scientific writing
Several publications and a ResearchGate profile are publicly listed.
Research highlights and declared audit participation are summarised here so visitors can remain within this website.
Published feedback
Patient experience information, presented in context.
The two supplied feedback sources use different samples and measures. Both are summarised below without sending visitors to another website.
iWantGreatCare rating
4.8/5
Based on 29 published reviews
Would recommend
96%
55 PHIN respondents
Needs definitely met
90%
55 PHIN respondents
Total admissions
125
Reported on PHIN
Patient feedback
4.8
out of 5 · 29 IWGC reviews
Across the published reviews, recurring themes include careful explanations, professionalism, technical confidence and a calm, compassionate manner.
Summary of publicly posted patient and staff feedback. Individual experiences vary, and review-platform data should be considered alongside clinical credentials and a personal consultation.
The published set is strongly positive overall. It also includes a critical account concerning communication during an emergency admission; Mr Khan’s posted response stated that he was not the on-call clinician responsible for that admission and offered to review the treatment record.
Common positive themes include listening, clear explanations, a reassuring manner, surgical professionalism and recovery following keyhole bowel or gallbladder procedures. Reviews are subjective and are not a guarantee of an individual outcome.
Consultation fees & insurance
Published self-pay information.
These figures are included here only for convenience, but must be confirmed before care is arranged.
Spire Regency Hospital
£225
First consultation
£180 follow-up consultation
The Alexandra Hospital
£225
First consultation
£180 follow-up consultation
Remote consultation
£200–£225
First consultation, audio only
£180 follow-up consultation
Insurers listed by MeditSimple
Private medical insurance
Allianz, Aviva Health, AXA Health, Bupa and Bupa Fee Assured are displayed on the supplied profile. Cover and pre-authorisation depend on the patient’s policy and chosen facility.
Allianz
Aviva Health
AXA Health
Bupa
Bupa Fee Assured
Where he practises
Consultations across Cheshire and Greater Manchester.
Availability, fees and accepted insurers can change. Confirm the latest details directly with the hospital before booking.
Private hospital
Spire Regency Hospital
West Street, Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 8DW
Initial consultation listed from £225 · Macclesfield
Private hospital
The Alexandra Hospital
Mill Lane, Cheadle Cheshire SK8 2PX
Initial consultation listed from £225 · Cheadle
Private clinic
Circle Cheshire Clinic
The Courtyard, Hall Lane, Northwich Cheshire CW9 6DG
Consultant appointments and diagnostics · Northwich
NHS trust
Mid Cheshire Hospitals
Leighton Hospital, Middlewich Road Crewe CW1 4QJ
Colorectal cancer multidisciplinary team · Crewe
Remote option
Audio consultation
Remote consultations are listed as available for suitable enquiries.
Published first consultation range: £200–£225 · Remote
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