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Professor Sauid Ishaq

Gastroenterology Edgbaston

Professor Sauid Ishaq

10 years of experience

4,912+
Patients seen
10
Years in practice
8
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Professor Sauid Ishaq at a glance

Professor Sauid Ishaq is a Gastroenterology practitioner based in Edgbaston, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 40+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2012). Serves patients in Edgbaston, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED AUGUST 2026

About

Prof Sauid Ishaq is a leading Gastroenterologist with interest in advanced endoscopy in Birmingham. He is nationally- accredited bowel cancer screening colonoscopist and specialises in advance endoscopy and and a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders, including:
Gastrointestinal cancers
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) & Barrett’s oesophagus
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Coeliac disease and dietary intolerances
Dyspepsia
Helicobacter pylori infection
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
Anaemi
He is also a visiting Professor at Birmingham City University (BCU), adjunct professor of Medicine St George's university, Grenada. a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (London), and an active member of the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) and European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE).
Innovation & Contributions in Endoscopy
Prof Ishaq is widely recognised for his innovative contributions to endoscopy:
Underwater colonoscopy and polypectomy – Prof. Ishaq introduced this technique of underwater colonoscopy and polypectomy in the UK, a method that involves a lukewarm water replace gas to reduce pain during colonoscopy procedures. He regularly demonstrates this method in live settings both in the UK and internationally. Introduced in the UK to reduce discomfort during colonoscopy.
· Daily Mail Online – Read the article here
· Underwater Colonoscopy Video – Watch here
Flexible endoscopic treatment of Zenker Diverticulum: Prof. Ishaq pioneered the flexible endoscopic treatment of Zenker's Diverticulum, establishing a National Centre at Russells hall HJospital. His work has been featured in live demonstrations and has included treatments at Russells Hall Hospital.
· Endoscopic Treatment of Zenker Diverticulum at Russells Hall Hospital – Watch here
Prof. Ishaq also contributed to endoscopic Zenker Diverticulum treatment in Japan in 2019. Hewas b awarded a PhD for his novel work on Zenker’s diverticulum
· Flexible Endoscopic Treatment for GERD (GERDX) - He introduced this endoscopic treatment of acid reflux ( GERD) in UK – Watch here
Acedemic and advisory role
In addition to his clinical work, Prof. Ishaq has served as an advisor for NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) and contributed to the National Clinical Advisors' NCEPOD (The National Confidential Enquiry into Patient Outcome and Death): on a GI Bleed Study. He has authored or co-authored over 195 peer-reviewed and is an active reviewer for high-impact scientific journals and publications and textbook chapters.
Programme Director Birmingham International endoscopy symposium (BIES): since 2021
As the Director of the Birmingham International Endoscopy Symposium, Prof. Ishaq provides a platform for national and international experts in the field to share their knowledge. He is regularly invited to perform live endoscopy demonstrations and is a frequent faculty member at both national and international medical conferences.
He also maintained strong collaborative ties with several prestigious institutions worldwide, including Fudan University (China), Bezmi Alem University (Istanbul), and St George’s University (Grenada, Caribbean).
Medical Services Offered
· Colonoscopy
· Underwater Colonoscopy
· Bowel Cancer Screening
· Gastroscopy
· Endoscopic Treatment for Zenker Diverticulum
· Coeliac Disease
· Inflammatory Bowel Disease
· Anaemia
· Dietary Intolerances
· SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
· Liver Disease

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Professor Sauid Ishaq

Education & training

  1. 2006–2012 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Edgbaston (GB)
  2. 2012–2016 Residency · Gastroenterology
    Universidad de Navarra, Edgbaston (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2016-09–2017-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Gastroenterology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-927514 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Gastroenterology
#EB-A0EEE74C · issued 2017 · renewal 2027
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,798
Annual physical exam 99395 1,064
Vaccination administration 90471 104
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,783

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 90 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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HEADSHOT
Sauid Ishaq in consultation
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Sauid Ishaq at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 85s
Meet Sauid Ishaq

Research & publications

h-index: 11 · i10: 11

  1. Long-term follow-up of Gastroenterology across GB
    Sauid Ishaq, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.3839/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 37894713 · cited by 166
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Gastroenterology
    Sauid Ishaq, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8154/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 32310006 · cited by 180
  3. Long-term follow-up of Gastroenterology across GB
    Sauid Ishaq, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.2640/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 38752832 · cited by 98
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Gastroenterology
    Sauid Ishaq, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.6400/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 33773159 · cited by 160

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Gastroenterology European Annual Congress (Gastroenterology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Gastroenterology National Society Meeting · Edgbaston · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Gastroenterology — Edgbaston · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2017
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2017
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2017

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterology 2026-03-22 · 9 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a gastroenterology? 2026-01-10 · 8 min read

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SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Professor Sauid Ishaq's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Professor Sauid Ishaq treats, with the size of the national pool of United Kingdom doctors offering the same care.

Gastroenterology

Digestive-tract conditions including reflux, IBS, IBD, liver disease and colorectal screening.

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