Mr Vanash Patel was awarded the iWantGreatCare certificate of excellence in 2024 for delivering outstanding care.

 

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Written by a NHS patient at Watford General Hospital
22nd July 2022


Vanesh was easy to talk to and I felt relaxed in his company (in the circumstances). His explanations during the first consultation were very clear and I felt confident he was an experienced and a competent surgeon. My operation did go well as far as I'm aware, I recovered quite quickly without complications. Thank you to Vanesh and the team.

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Written by a NHS patient at Watford General Hospital
16th July 2022


Very honest, straight talking, excellent bed side manner, although very busy he always makes time for his patients, you never fell rushed , great communication skills with the obvious surgical skills

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Written by a NHS patient at Watford General Hospital
16th July 2022


I was diagnosed with a hepatic flexure tumour and was recommended a right hemicolectomy for colon cancer. From my first consultation on the 6/06/2022 to my most recent on the 14/06/2022 I found Mr Patel to be very encouraging throughout. I also had the honour of being the first patient at Watford General Hospital to receive robotic-assisted right hemicolectomy keyhole surgery. I can't praise Mr Patel enough for the care he showed me. I must also mention and all other staff in Flaunden Ward who were also brilliant plus the Enhanced recovery nurse Laura and all other members of the Colorectal Cancer Multidisciplinary Team especially Larissa. Thank you all very much again.

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Written by a NHS patient at Spire Bushey Hospital
15th July 2022


Had a day surgery at the Spire Bushey Hospital performed and under the care of Mr. V. Patel and very satisfied. Mr. Patel did managed my condition and exceeded my expectation from my first consultation, surgery, discharge, recovery and end result. I have undergone previous medical procedure and rate Mr. V. Patel as one of the best I've dealt with. Highly recommended.

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Written by a private patient at Spire Bushey Hospital
7th July 2022


Mr Patel has been an brilliant doctor, he reassured me at all times as I was a very anxious and nervous patient regarding my forthcoming surgery. Mr Patel outlined the procedure, listened to any questions I had and he was able to explain these very calmly to me. Amazing after-care was given from Mr Patel and also the team at Spire. Mr Patel’s secretary was also very prompt and efficient in responding to my messages. Thank you once again. Sheree

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Profile

Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon,
Honorary Clinical Research Fellow Imperial College London,
MB BS, MSc, PhD DIC, FRCS (Gen Surg).

My clinical interests are in minimally invasive (robotic and laparoscopic) surgery for colorectal cancer and benign conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease and diverticulosis. I also specialise in treatments for perianal conditions such as haemorrhoids, anal fistula and anal fissure, as well as general surgical conditions such as hernia.

I graduated from St George’s University of London in 2000. I completed my specialist surgical training in the North West London Deanery. This was followed by two fellowships at St Mark’s Hospital London and the London Colorectal Fellowship (Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital and University College Hospital).

In addition to my clinical work, I have wide research interests which have been established through my MSc in surgical science and a PhD both attained from Imperial College London. My research focuses on collaboration, leadership and mentoring in healthcare, which has culminated in numerous peer-reviewed publications in a broad range of surgical disciplines and international and national conference presentations.

I currently work as a consultant colorectal and general surgeon at Watford General Hospital and Spire Bushey Hospital.