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Dr Asif Iqbal
Consultant Surgeon
Biography
Dr. Asif Iqbal is a highly skilled and internationally trained Consultant General, Gastrointestinal, Hepatobiliary, and Bariatric Surgeon, with a special focus on Advanced Minimally Invasive and Metabolic Surgery. With over a decade of subspecialty training at globally renowned institutions, he brings a wealth of experience in treating complex gastrointestinal and metabolic conditions.
Dr. Iqbal has successfully performed over 1,000 advanced laparoscopic surgeries and led the development of Ireland’s National Bariatric Surgery Programme. His approach is rooted in evidence-based medicine, multidisciplinary care, and long-term patient support. Known for his dedication to patient well-being, he collaborates closely with nutritionists, endocrinologists, and general physicians to ensure optimal surgical outcomes.
He has held prestigious roles, including Consultant Surgeon at Saolta University Health Care Group in Galway, Ireland, and has authored over 50 national and international publications and audits. He is a member of multiple professional bodies and is registered with both the Medical Council of Ireland and the General Medical Council (UK).
Specialties
- Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery
- Weight loss procedures: Gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, revisional bariatric surgery
- Metabolic disorder treatment (e.g., type 2 diabetes)
- Lifelong postoperative management
- Advanced Laparoscopic & Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Reflux, hiatal hernia, achalasia surgery
- GI cancer surgery (oesophageal, gastric, colorectal)
- Hepatobiliary procedures (gallbladder, bile duct, liver metastases)
- Hernia & Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Minimally invasive and open repairs (inguinal, ventral, incisional)
- Endoscopy & Therapeutic GI Procedures
- Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy
- Oesophageal stenting and dilatation
Education & Qualifications
- MBBS – Quaid-e-Azam Medical College, Pakistan
- FRCS (General Surgery) – Intercollegiate Specialty Board, UK
- MCh (Masters in Surgery) – University of Galway, Ireland
Fellowships:
- Bariatric Surgery – St. Vincent’s University Hospital, Ireland
- Hepatobiliary Surgery – University Hospital of Wales, UK
- Gastrointestinal Surgery – University Hospital Galway, Ireland
Certifications & Memberships:
- Registered Specialist – Medical Council of Ireland & GMC UK
- Leadership & Quality Improvement – Royal College of Surgeons
- Member –
- Royal College of Surgeons (Ireland)
- College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP)
- Association of Upper GI Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland (AUGIS)