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Professor Hemant Kocher

Professor Hemant Kocher

General Surgeon

London, W1B 6BW

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31 years of experience
Verified profile
31 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.99

65 patient reviews

1 professional endorsement

4.98
Overall Experience
4.98
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

103 recommendations for:

Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)(20)
Gallstones(13)
Liver Resection(10)
Other(60)

Recent patient review

24 Feb 2024

I can't thank enough Prof Kocher for the successful procedure. It was a very difficult surgery...

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About

Professor Hemant Kocher is a Consultant General, Liver and Pancreas Surgeon at the Barts Cancer Institute at the Queen Mary University in London. He also practises as a Consultant Surgeon at St Bartholomew's and the Royal London Hospitals. His specialist interests include surgery of the liver, pancreas, gall bladder and bile duct, as well as general and laparoscopic surgery for hernia.

He considers himself to be a surgeon-scientist and his clinical research interests include liver and pancreatic cancer, the role of stroma in cancer progression, the development of new treatments, tests and surgical techniques. Professor Kocher obtained his medical degree in Mumbai, in India, where he achieved a number of academic prizes and distinctions.

He underwent his specialist training in liver and pancreas surgery at the Tata Memorial Hospital and the KEM hospital in Mumbai, and at King's College Hospital in London. He has been given a number of high profile national and international awards for his work, such as the Pancreatic Society Travelling Fellow, the GSK Young Fellow and the Agostino Trappani International Prize. He is currently lead for Pancreatic Cancer at University College London Partners. Away from the clinic, his interests include cricket, athletics, travel, and chess.

Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

  • Appendicectomy
  • Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy)
  • Hernia repair (keyhole)
  • Laparoscopy
  • Lipoma removal
  • Open hernia repair
  • Skin lesion removal
  • Splenectomy
  • Video consultation
  • Liver resection
  • Liver surgery
  • Whipple procedure
  • Video consultation
  • Gallbladder cancer
  • Gallstones
  • Hernia
  • Pancreatitis
  • Liver cancer
  • Bileduct cancer
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Pancreatic disorders

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) (19%)
  • Gallstones (13%)
  • Liver Resection (10%)
  • Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery (7%)
  • Hernia Repair (Keyhole) (6%)
  • Others (46%)

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

All conditions and treatments
  • Gallstones
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Pancreatitis
  • Bile Duct Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma)
  • Gallbladder Cancer
  • Pancreatic Disorders
  • Hernia
  • Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
  • Liver Resection
  • Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
  • Liver Surgery
  • Video Consultation
  • Laparoscopy
  • Open Hernia Repair
  • Whipple Procedure
  • Splenectomy
  • Appendicectomy

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4558514


Qualifications

Qualifications

  • MS - University of Bombay - 1996
  • MBBS - University of Bombay - 1993
  • MD - University of London - 2004
  • FRCS (CCT) - Royal College of Surgeons - 2004

languages spoken
  • English
  • Gujarati
  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • Urdu
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £300
  • Follow-up appointment: £150

insurers
  • Bupa
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Norwich Union
  • Aviva Health
  • Simply Health
  • Legal & General
  • The Exeter
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • WPA
  • General Medical
  • health-on-line
  • Healix
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Cigna
  • CS Healthcare

Location

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The London Clinic

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20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1B 6BW
20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1B 6BW
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4.86
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1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
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4.97
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1 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
1 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
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Reviews

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Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) (19)
Gallstones (13)
Liver Resection (9)
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery (7)
Hernia Repair (Keyhole) (6)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

65 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I can't thank enough Prof Kocher for the successful procedure. It was a very difficult surgery but my recovery period was swift and easy. Prof. Kocher is so knowldeageble and highly recommended. Apart from that, he is very kind and made sure to see his patients after the procedure.

24 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

Reply from Hemant Kocher

Thank you for your kind review and comment. We are happy to know that your care was to your satisfaction. We wish you full recovery.

06 Mar 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professor Kocher is very professional and knowledgeable, we feel to be in the best hands and that our life is safe with him.

24 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

Reply from Hemant Kocher

Thank you for your comment and expression of confidence in our care. We wish you the very best.

06 Mar 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent, positive, professional communication. Prof. Kocher was extremely thorough and informative. His early response and his pleasant manner was much appreciated and gave me confidence about my future treatment.

15 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Secondary Liver Cancer
Liver Surgery (for Primary Liver Cancer)
Liver Function Tests

Reply from Hemant Kocher

Thank you for your feedback and kind comments. We wish you the very best.

06 Mar 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professional, knowledgeable and supportive. Thank you.

12 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)

Reply from Hemant Kocher

Thank you for your kind comment. We wish you the very best.

06 Mar 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I have been impressed by Prof Kosher experience, reassurance, prompt support and intervention. I had my gallbladder removed via laparoscopy which went very well. I have recovered very well from it and during the first week after the operation I was able to reach out to him and his secretary for important questions. I valued very much the full explanation that he gave of every step and the detailed documentation on what to expect before and after the surgery. That he provided.

12 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery

Reply from Hemant Kocher

Thank you for your kind review and comment. We are happy to know that your care was to your satisfaction and all of your questions and concerns were answered. We wish you a full recovery.

06 Mar 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Gentle mannered, friendly and approachable person. Professor Kocher is extremely knowledgable and skilled in his work as a surgeon: he put us at ease with his full and clear explanations of the presentation of diagnosis, the surgical procedure and challenges associated with the cholecystectomy (and umbilical hernia). We felt reassured to be in the hands of Professor Kocher.

12 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Gallstones
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

Reply from Hemant Kocher

Thank you for your kind review and comment. We are happy to know that your care was to your satisfaction. We wish you full recovery.

06 Mar 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Kind, informative, understanding , inclusive. Gives confidence

26 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Liver Surgery
Video Consultation

Reply from Hemant Kocher

Thank you for your kind review and comment. We are happy to know that your care was to your satisfaction. Best wishes.

06 Mar 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent, thorough, informative and supportive

10 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Liver Resection

Reply from Hemant Kocher

Thank you for your kind comment. We wish you the very best.

06 Mar 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Highly professional, excellent and efficent service. I felt I was in good hands through the whole experinece.

20 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Gallstones
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

A superb surgeon and totally recommended. Hugely reassuring when I needed surgery to remove my gallbladder. Clear explanation as to why the surgery had to be postponed when I developed a gallbladder infection. When the surgery was able to go ahead, he was able to keep to as keyhole surgery despite it being a technically complex operation. My recovery is going very well as a direct result of Professor Kocher being able to keep it as keyhole surgery. Excellent post operative care. Karen Mawire from Professor Kocher's team is a hepatobilary and Upper G.I. nurse consultant, so between them they're a hugely efficient team. As just one example, I called Karen mid-morning one day after my GP flagged abnormal liver functional test results. This was whilst waiting for my surgery, and three days before I was due to go on my summer holiday. Karen arranged for blood tests, an ultrasound and an appointment with Professor Kocher, all on the same day that I called. The ultrasound was normal and I was able to go on my summer holiday as planned. I'm hugely grateful to both Karen and Professor Kocher, and I recommend them wholeheartedly

04 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Gallstones
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
Laparoscopy

Reply from Hemant Kocher

Thank you for your kind review and comment. We are happy to know that your care was to your satisfaction. We wish you full recovery.

06 Mar 2024
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Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) (1)
Liver Resection (1)
Pancreatic Cancer (1)
Pancreatitis (1)

1 endorsement

Prof Kocher is a world leading surgeon and scientist with expertise in liver and pancreas diseases, with an excellent reputation for patient care. His calm and patient approach instils confidence and trust amongst his patients and colleagues.

25 Jul 2023
Endorsed for
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
General Surgery
Pancreatitis
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FAQ

What are Professor Hemant Kocher's reviews like?

Professor Hemant Kocher's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 65 reviews

What languages does Professor Hemant Kocher speak?

Professor Hemant Kocher speaks English, Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi and Urdu

Where is Professor Hemant Kocher located?

Professor Hemant Kocher primarily practices at The London Clinic, located at 20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1B 6BW
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What are Professor Hemant Kocher working hours?

Professor Hemant Kocher is working Wednesday (17:00 - 20:00), Friday (09:00 - 12:00, 09:00 - 12:00)

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