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Mr Aruna Munasinghe

Mr Aruna Munasinghe

General Surgeon, Weight Loss & Bariatric Surgeon

Hemel Hempstead, HP2 7YU

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22 years of experience

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22 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.99

143 patient reviews4 professional endorsements
4.99
Overall Experience
4.98
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.99
Explanation

305 recommendations for:

Gastric Bypass(61)
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery(49)
Gastric Sleeve(40)
Other(155)

Recent patient review

26 Apr 2024

I had a fantastic experience with my surgery, which was more complex than usual because I...

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About

Mr. Aruna Munasinghe is a Consultant General Laparoscopic Surgeon, with a special interest in Upper GI and Weight Loss Surgery. He has an NHS base at Bedfordshire Hospitals where he is the Clinical Lead for Safety and Clinical Governance, and the welfare of his patients' is at the heart of all of his practice.

Mr. Munasinghe qualified from Guy's & St Thomas's Hospital, and has enjoyed outstanding Postgraduate Training in London, the South East and the West Midlands. He undertook a period of research at Imperial College London and a fellowship in Bariatric and Complex Upper GI Surgery at St George's Hospital, London.

In addition to maintaining high standards in his NHS and Private Practice, he is also a passionate educator and is a trainer in Bariatric Surgery, Keyhole Hernia Repair, Trauma and Endoscopy.

Mr. Munasinghe is pleased to offer a large range of common general surgical procedures which will be performed through a keyhole route wherever possible to minimise pain and for a faster recovery. His main areas of interest are in the treatment of Obesity, Reflux Disease, Gallstones and Hernia. He is happy to see patients of varying complexity, for both primary and revision (redo-) procedures.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Gastric Bypass (20%)
  • Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery (16%)
  • Gastric Sleeve (13%)
  • Weight Loss (9%)
  • Inguinal Hernia (5%)
  • Others (37%)

Subspecialties
  • Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
  • Upper GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Weight Loss
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Gallstones
  • Obesity
  • Gallbladder Disease
  • Hernia
  • Umbilical (Belly-Button) Hernia
  • Abdominal (Ventral) Hernia
  • Abdominal Wall Defects
  • Adhesions
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
  • Gastric Sleeve
  • Gallstone Surgery
  • Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
  • Mini Gastric Bypass
  • Acid Reflux Surgery
  • Endoscopy (OGD)
  • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
  • Video Consultation

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6029084


Qualifications

Education:

  • Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
  • Master of Surgery, Unversity of Edinburgh
  • Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, Guy's, King's and St Thomas' School of Medicine, University of London

Memberships:

  • Association of Upper GI Surgeons (AUGIS)
  • British Obesity & Metabolic Surgery Society (BOMSS)
  • International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
  • Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS)
  • General Medical Council (GMCBritish Medical Association (BMA)

languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £200
  • Follow-up appointment: £150

insurers
  • health-on-line
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Simply Health
  • Healix
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa
  • CS Healthcare
  • WPA
  • Cigna
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare

Location

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OSD Healthcare

4.82
(3407)
Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, HP2 7YU
Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, HP2 7YU
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4.76
(1202)
Sudbury Hill, Harrow, London, United Kingdom, HA1 3RX
Sudbury Hill, Harrow, London, United Kingdom, HA1 3RX
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17:00 - 18:30
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4.87
(604)
Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
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4.82
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Hatfield Avenue Hatfield business Park, Hatfield, United Kingdom, AL10 9UA
Hatfield Avenue Hatfield business Park, Hatfield, United Kingdom, AL10 9UA
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08:00 - 12:00
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4.77
(162)
Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
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18:00 - 19:00
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Reviews

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Gastric Bypass (58)
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery (46)
Gastric Sleeve (39)
Weight Loss (28)
Inguinal Hernia (14)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

143 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I had a fantastic experience with my surgery, which was more complex than usual because I have a heart condition. Mr. Munasinghe liaised very carefully with my cardiologist to ensure minimum risk. Mr. Munasinghe has a fabulous bedside manner. Very reassuring and a very good listener -- he can put you at ease. The procedure went very smoothly, thankfully, and my recovery has been swift and successful. Mr. Munasinghe was there each step of the way and I am very grateful to him.

26 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Gastric Bypass
Weight Loss
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I found mr Munasinghe very polite, he explained the details of the planned operation very clearly and visited me post operation to tell me everything had gone well.

18 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Aruna was the surgeon I never knew I needed. From the initial consultation, he was kind, funny and informative. He went into great detail and always listened to my concerns and questions. On the day of surgery, he was so reassuring and this really helped both my husband and I. I recommend him 100000%.

17 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty
Gastric Sleeve

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I found Mr Munasinghe to be an excellent surgeon with a great bedside manner. When I had my gastric bypass he explained the surgery in detail and put me and my family at ease. My recovery has been excellent, with good weight loss so far.

16 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
Gastric Bypass

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Munasinghe has helped me to change my life in ways I never thought possible, he had an impeccable bedside manner and explained everything to me really clearly from my pre op appointments, the surgery itself, to my after care, even taking the time personally after my surgery to go back to my room and reassure my partner that everything went okay and when I’d be out of recovery. I feel very lucky to have had my surgery with such a supportive, knowledgable and genuine Dr.

16 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Video Consultation
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
Gastric Bypass

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very nice dr answered all of my questions.

31 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Really excellent service from start to finish for a gallbladder removal procedure. Explained, in detail, the pros and cons and answered any questions I had and put me eat ease. Was also very personable and easy to chat to which isn't always the case with your surgeon. Before I had to procedure I looked on here for reviews to make sure I went with someone trusted, and I am glad I did.

28 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very nice friendly man who explains the procedure really clearly

22 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Acid Reflux Surgery
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Aruna Munasinghe is an excellent Doctor . I cannot fault him. He was polite, kind, patient and went out of his way to try to make an appointment that suited me. The surgery was successful and I was very impressed with the follow up appointment which was on time, reassuring and unrushed. Thank you so much for your expert care.

13 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hernia

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr. Aruna Munasinghe is an exceptional bariatric surgeon who performed my gastric sleeve surgery back in January 25, 2024. From the initial consultation to the post-operative care, Dr. Munasinghe has been incredibly supportive, understanding, and informative. Before making the decision to undergo surgery, Dr. Munasinghe made sure I had all the necessary information to make an informed choice. He patiently answered all my questions and addressed any concerns I had, making me feel confident in moving forward with the procedure. During the surgery, Dr. Munasinghe's expertise and skill were evident, as he performed the procedure flawlessly. Thanks to his meticulous work, my recovery was smoother than I anticipated, and the scars left behind are minimal and have healed beautifully. Throughout this challenging journey, Dr. Munasinghe has been a source of comfort and guidance, helping me navigate the emotional and physical aspects of the surgery. I am truly grateful for his exceptional care and expertise, and I highly recommend Dr. Aruna Munasinghe to anyone considering bariatric surgery. Thank you, Dr. Munasinghe, for changing my life for the better.

09 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Gastric Sleeve
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
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Laparoscopy (4)
General Surgery (4)
Weight Loss & Bariatric Surgery (4)
Gastric Bypass (3)

4 endorsements

I have known Mr Munasinghe since 2004. We have been colleagues for a long time since we have been research fellows at the St. Mark's Hospital. Mr Munasinghe is great surgeon and has a vast knowledge base. He treats his patients and colleagues with respect. Over the years, I have been impressed with his clinical decision making and operative skills. Overall he is a nice human being to be around with. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

07 Apr 2022
Endorsed for
Laparoscopy
Weight Loss & Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery

Mr Parthasarathi Das

General Surgery
Is a colleague

Mr Munasinghe is a highly experienced general surgeon and with higher specialist training in weight loss and bariatric surgery. He possesses excellent leadership skills and is a highly valued member of his team.

28 Nov 2021
Endorsed for
Laparoscopy
Weight Loss & Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery

Mr Ameet Shah

Ophthalmology
We trained together

I have known Mr. Munasinghe for over 20 years and he is a highly accomplished surgeon. He is an expert in Bariatric surgery and general surgery. I highly recommend him to my patients and colleagues.

28 Nov 2021
Endorsed for
Laparoscopy
Weight Loss & Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery

Dr Raj Srirajaskanthan

Gastroenterology
Is a colleague

Aruna is an excellent Upper GI & Bariatric colleague in whom I have utmost faith and respect for his opinions. He is an excellent clinician, with sound diagnostic acumen, and enjoys training junior colleagues. He has developed a proven reputation for managing complex gallstone disease in the bariatric setting, and offers excellent skills with regards to weight loss surgery. He is a JAG accredited Upper GI endoscopist and performs OGDs with fluency.

13 Sep 2021
Endorsed for
Laparoscopy
Weight Loss & Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery

Mr Shashank Gurjar

General Surgery
Is a colleague
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Mr Aruna Munasinghe's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 143 reviews

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Mr Aruna Munasinghe speaks English

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Mr Aruna Munasinghe primarily practices at OSD Healthcare, located at Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, HP2 7YU
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Mr Aruna Munasinghe is working Wednesday (18:00 - 19:00), Thursday (08:00 - 12:00), Friday (17:00 - 18:30)

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