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Meet Mr Agwunobi

Consultant General and Specialist Gastrointestinal Laparoscopic Surgeon

BSc (Hons) MD FRCS FRCS (Gen-Surg)

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A lead Consultant Surgeon at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Mr Anselm Agwunobi trained as a general surgeon in the Manchester region with interests in gastrointestinal surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery.

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Qualifying as a doctor over twenty-five years ago, Mr. Agwunobi has been a Consultant Surgeon specialising in gastrointestinal (GI) and hernia surgery where his expertise and experience enables him to train and mentor surgeons of the future.

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Mr Agwunobi was the Lead Consultant Surgeon for upper GI surgery for Stockport NHS Foundation Trust for seven years and regularly performs advanced laparoscopic surgery for various upper gastrointestinal conditions.

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Clinical Bio History

Leading Upper Gastrointestinal Surgical Care

Mr Anselm Agwunobi provides comprehensive, expert diagnostics and ground-breaking gastrointestinal and laparoscopic treatments. A lead Consultant Surgeon at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, his expertise and experience enables him to train and mentor surgeons of the future.

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Mr Anselm Agwunobi works as part of a professional, distinguished and expert surgical team who has over 25 years medical experience of successfully treating hundreds of patients, with the core aim of improving your quality of life. In particular, Mr Agwunobi is a leading expert in hernia surgery, gallstones and gallbladder surgery, and surgery for lumps and bumps.

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High quality surgical care underpinned by experience and compassion

Mr Anselm Agwunobi is a leading Consultant General and Specialist Gastrointestinal and Laparoscopic Surgeon, based throughout the Manchester and Cheshire area. His particular expertise is in the use of minimally invasive surgical techniques, known as laparoscopic or keyhole surgery, to treat a wide range of conditions and achieve the best possible outcomes for patients.

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Conditions successfully treated include:

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  • Abdominal Wall Hernias

  • Acid Reflux, Heartburn and Indigestion Symptoms

  • Appendix Removal

  • Day Case Surgery

  • Diagnostic Laparoscopy Procedures

  • Gallbladder Disease

  • Gallbladder Removal

  • Gallstone Disease

  • GI Endoscopy

  • Groin Hernia

  • Hiatus Hernia Surgery

  • Inguinal Hernia

  • Keyhole Removal of the Gallbladder

  • Minor Surgery for Skin Lumps and Pumps

  • Para-Umbilical Hernia

  • Reflux and Heartburn

  • Stomach and Oesophageal Disorders

  • Umbilical Hernia

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Mr Agwunobi has carried out over 3,000 general and gastrointestinal procedures, both privately and within the NHS. He is supported by an experienced and trusted team, who share the same level of commitment to excellence to manage your care safely and effectively. In 2022, Mr Agwunobi celebrated 30 years' of delivering expert gastrointestinal surgical care.

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Surgery is an advancing field and undergoing any surgical procedure can be stressful, that’s Mr Agwunobi and his experienced team carefully inform patients of their diagnosis so that they feel more relaxed and confident about undergoing any intended treatment.

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Why Choose Mr Agwunobi for your treatment?

 

Patients choose Mr Agwunobi with their care for many reasons, here are just a few:

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  • Highly experienced, highly trained, over 30 years working both in the NHS and privately

  • Treatment that enables a return to daily activities almost immediately

  • Minimally invasive procedures with minimal after-care

  • Relieve symptoms almost immediately whilst presenting good long-term results

  • Open and honest – Mr Agwunobi and the team are always transparent about how much it costs, right from the outset

  • Prompt assessment with no waiting list for treatment

  • The best procedure which meets your circumstances – not our own – your treatment path is bespoke to your individual needs

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Technology & Innovation
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The challenges facing health care today are different from yesterday. That’s why over the years we have invested in the very best surgical technologies and equipment to ensure our team offer the very latest techniques, helping to improve success rates and enhance the patient experience.

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  • Over 30 years experience at the forefront of surgery innovation – Mr Agwunobi has been trusted with the care of thousands of patients

  • Advanced digital imaging to ensure quick diagnosis

  • Our clinics employ the very latest techniques in a modern surgery environment

  • A pioneering system geared towards the clinic’s embodiment of ‘total surgical care’

  • Consultants are involved in teaching and training of new surgeons

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Training and Publications

Since 1991 when Mr Agwunobi began his surgical training in the UK, he has received extensive training in all areas of general surgery.

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