Mr Aman Coonar
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Cambridge, CB2 0AY
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32 years of experience
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32 years of experience
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14 Mar 2024
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Mr Aman Coonar is an experienced consultant thoracic surgeon with a very patient centred approach. "I love getting to know my patients, understanding their problems and giving them the best care I can".
He is the National Lead for Thoracic Surgery for the NHS. He was elected as President of the Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery for 2025-7 (www.scts.org). He has previously been President of the Royal Society of Medicine cardiothoracic section.
He and his team featured in the recent BBC series "Surgeons at the Edge of life", which you can see on:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p08tr5js
&
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p08tr5h6
He is the senior practicing thoracic surgeon at the Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridge which is rated by the CQC as Outstanding (check CQC hospital ratings at https://www.cqc.org.uk/care-services/find-hospital).
As clinical lead, he led the unit to both some of the best lung cancer survival outcomes after surgery as well as best patient experience.
He is the co-author of the popular textbook, "Thoracic Surgery Techniques", the chapters of which had 1000s of downloads.
He sees NHS patients in Cambridge, and private patients in Cambridge, London, overseas and on-line. He is involved in charitable work in India and elsewhere.
He is active in research and service/quality improvement. He leads the MERITS study which is the largest study worldwide of renal impairment after thoracic surgery. He has overseen the national lung volume reduction and pectus programmes.
Interests
Fast track surgery and Enhanced Recovery
MInimally invasive surgery - VATS & Robotics
Complex surgery & 2nd opinions
Early & Advanced Cancers
Sarcoma
Metastases to rhe chest
Mesothelioma
Mediastinal problems including Thymoma and Myasthenia Gravis
Sequestrations
Chest & Trunk Resection & Reconstruction
Chest trauma, rib fractures, slipped rib, broken costal margin, ruptured chest syndrome, chest wall pain
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery for Emphysema/COPD
Pnemothorax
Empyema
Pleural Effusions
Airway, bronchoscopy & stents
Thoracic Thyroid
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Thoracic (Lung) Surgery (25%)
- Thoracic Surgery (20%)
- Lung Cancer (11%)
- Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (8%)
- Lobectomy (6%)
- Others (31%)
Subspecialties
- Thoracic Surgery
All conditions and treatments
- Lung Cancer
- Pneumothorax
- Rib Pain
- Rib Surgery
- Chest Wall Deformities
- Empyema
- Mediastinal Tumors
- Mesothelioma
- Rib Injury
- Slipped Rib Syndrome
- Thoracic (Lung) Surgery
- Lung Volume Reduction Surgery
- Lobectomy
- Thoracoscopy or VATS
- Excision of Benign Lesions
- Robotic Surgery
- Segmentectomy
- Abscess Incision and Drainage
- Bronchoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Lung Cancer Surgery
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 3562112
Qualifications
Trainined in London, UK and Toronto, Canada
1991 MBBS U.London
1994 MRCP(UK)
1999 FRCS Royal College of Surgeons of England
2004 MD U.London
2005 FRCS(CTh)
2005-7 Senior Fellowships in Lung Transplant & Thoracic Surgery at Toronto General Hospital
Publications
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languages spoken
- English
insurers
- Saga Insurance
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Freedom Healthcare
- Simply Health
- Cigna
- Bupa
- Healix
- health-on-line
- Bupa Platinum
- Norwich Union
- Benenden
- Vitality Health
- Aetna
- The PHC
- Four Points Assistance
- AXA PPP Healthcare
- WPA
- CS Healthcare
- Aviva Health
- Groupama
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Legal & General
- The Exeter
- April
Location
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Papworth Rd, Trumpington, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB2 0AY
Papworth Rd, Trumpington, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB2 0AY
(2534)
St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
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32 reviews
5
Mr Coonar has a very caring & understanding bedside manner. He is interested in the wider picture of how the condition impacts you which is so important. I always appreciate his advice & concern.
Thank you very much for your kind words. As a surgeon I still want to know the whole picture and make sure that our team is managing those as best possible .
14 Apr 20245
He makes it easy to ask questions and raise concerns
Thank you for your comments. We do want patients and families to be able to openly ask questions and share their concerns.
14 Apr 20245
Excellent in all respects
5
Mr Coonar, was exceptional, he was polite, informative and very pleasant, I could not have wished for better.
Thanks very much. It’s my pleasure to try to help as I know you’ve been challenged for a while
10 Apr 20245
Amazing, couldn’t fault it
Thanks very much. Hope you’re doing well.
10 Apr 20245
Dr Coonar takes real time and care to understand the whole problem- including the root of the problem, rather than just looking for the easy solution. He never makes me feel rushed or like I’m taking up too much time, and makes a point of understanding how my pain is affecting me both physically and mentally. He explains complicated things clearly and ensures I understand and his letters are lengthy and full of detail.
Thank you for your comments :)
17 Mar 20245
A excellent hospital and doctors even better
Thanks very much. Good to know your experience was positive.
14 Mar 20245
I attended with my wife Helen Doncaster for her lung surgery follow up. Mr Connor was very kind to my wife and myself. He explained everything thoroughly and I could understand it. He gave us time to ask questions and answered them and made me feel better.
Thanks. Glad it was all clear and you felt well informed.
14 Mar 20245
I’ve had 2 lung operations led by Mr Coonar and his team and both times he was always helpful, prioritising patient comfort and was in contact after to help with recovery.
I’m so pleased that both your operations went well. Thanks you.
14 Mar 20245
I saw Mr Coonar today for my surgical follow up after my lung lobectomy surgery with my husband. I can honestly say I was greeted such passion and kindness. Mr Coonar explained everything from my surgery to the wounds which was very easily understood. I didn't feel rushed or pressured in the appointment. I felt my questions were listened to a great deal and answered them all with empathy and kindness. I have nothing but praise and gratitude to Mr Coonar for the care I have received from him over the last few months. If I am in need for further lung surgery I will certainly be asking for him to care for me. Mrs Helen
Thanks for your detailed review. Hope that other patients will be reassured and come forward for help.
14 Mar 2024Endorsements
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6 endorsements
I have worked with Aman over many years jointly operating on patients whose conditions involve both the neck and the chest. He is a highly skilled and well-regarded surgeon who is a pleasure to work with and whose outcomes are exemplary.
14 Mar 2024Mr Brian Fish
Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)I have worked with Mr Aman Coonar for over 10 years. He is a surgeon with excellent surgical outcomes who cares about his patients and involves them in the different management options available to them. He has broad surgical experience in all aspects of thoracic surgery and accordingly is the National Clinical Lead for Thoracic Surgery at NHS England and President-elect for the Society of Cardiothoracic Surgeons in the UK.
14 Mar 2024Dr. John Cannon
General (Internal) MedicineMr Graham Tytherleigh-Strong
Orthopaedic SurgerySince Aman Coonar and I trained together he has established a highly successful clinical practice in which he manages all aspects of adult thoracic surgery. Aman has risen to a deservedly eminent position within the profession yet remains friendly and approachable. He is a skilled and caring surgeon who is both up to date with and actively involved in researching the latest clinical advances.
18 Feb 2024Mr Donald Whitaker
Cardiothoracic SurgeryGet to know
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Mr Aman Coonar's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 32 reviews
What languages does Mr Aman Coonar speak?
Mr Aman Coonar speaks English
Where is Mr Aman Coonar located?
Mr Aman Coonar primarily practices at Royal Papworth, located at Papworth Rd, Trumpington, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB2 0AY
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What are Mr Aman Coonar working hours?
Mr Aman Coonar is working Tuesday (15:00 - 18:30), Wednesday (07:00 - 08:00), Thursday (13:30 - 18:30), Saturday (07:00 - 11:00)
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