Mr Sanjay Agrawal
Mr Sanjay Agrawal is a senior Consultant Surgeon specialising in Bariatric (Obesity/Weight-Loss), Laparoscopic (Keyhole) and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery in Hertfordshire
Based At
NHS base
Homerton University Hospital, London E9 6SR
GMC Number
5204374
Clinic Timetable
Clinical interests
Mr Sanjay Agrawal is a senior Consultant Surgeon specialising in Bariatric (Obesity/Weight-Loss), Laparoscopic (Keyhole) and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery at Homerton University Hospital in London. He has led a well-established private practice at Rivers Hospital for over 15-years. Alongside his clinical work, he serves as Honorary Senior Lecturer at the Blizard Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of London — a role that reflects his commitment to academic excellence and surgical education.
Mr Agrawal is widely recognised for his expertise in bariatric surgery, offering a full range of weight-loss procedures through minimally invasive techniques. He has undertaken more than 1,750 bariatric surgical procedures and trains other surgeons in these areas.
Mr Agrawal is a leading expert in all kinds of hernia (groin, inguinal, femoral, umbilical, epigastric and incisional) and gallstone surgery through keyhole/laparoscopic techniques with excellent results. He has undertaken more than 2,000 general surgical procedures and trains other surgeons in these surgeries as well.
Please see my Doctify profile and my Top Doctors profile for reviews and patient testiomonials.
Clinical Interests
Hernia surgery
Inguinal (Groin) Hernia repair Laparoscopic
Umbilical Hernia repair
Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic (Gallstone surgery)
Epigastric Hernia Repair
Femoral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Gallstone Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Surgery
Key Hole Surgery
Open Incisional Hernia Repair
Removing Benign Skin Lesion
Removing Lipoma
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Professional Memberships
American Society of Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS)
International Federation of Surgical Obesity (IFSO)
British Association of Obesity & Metabolic Surgeons (BOMSS)
British Obesity Surgery Patients Association (BOSPA)
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh – Fellow
The Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow – Fellow
British Medical Association (BMA)
Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) – Life Member since 1999
Academic Background
Mr Agrawal’s surgical training is distinguished by its global breadth. He has undertaken advanced training programmes in the United Kingdom, Belgium, Japan, and India, gaining exposure to diverse surgical techniques and international best practice. This global perspective continues to shape his approach to patient care, innovation, and surgical leadership.
A passionate educator, Mr Agrawal trains surgeons in bariatric and laparoscopic surgery both in the UK and internationally. He is the Director of the London International Bariatric Surgery Symposium (LIBSS) — a major global event that most recently took place in 2025, attracting more than 200 delegates from over 30 countries. His leadership in this forum reflects his commitment to advancing the science and practice of metabolic and bariatric surgery worldwide.
He is also the Editor-in-Chief of two authoritative textbooks:
- Obesity, Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide
- Obesity, Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery: A Practical Guide
These publications serve as key resources for surgeons, trainees, and healthcare professionals involved in obesity management.
Since 2012, the Surgical Review Corporation (USA) has designated Mr Agrawal as a ‘Master Surgeon in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (MSMBS)’, previously known as ‘Surgeon of Excellence in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery’ and ‘Bariatric Surgeon of Excellence’. He is the only weight-loss surgeon in the UK to hold this prestigious certification — a globally recognised marker of quality, safety, and excellence in patient care.
His reputation for clinical expertise and patient outcomes has also led to his invitation to join Top Doctors® UK, recognising him as one of the country’s leading specialists in bariatric surgery.
Mr Agrawal has contributed extensively to the scientific community through peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and invited lectures. He is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences, where he shares insights on surgical innovation, patient safety, and the evolving landscape of metabolic surgery.
Based at
NHS base
Homerton University Hospital, London E9 6SR
GMC Number
5204374
Clinic Timetable
Clinical interests
Mr Sanjay Agrawal is a senior Consultant Surgeon specialising in Bariatric (Obesity/Weight-Loss), Laparoscopic (Keyhole) and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery at Homerton University Hospital in London. He has led a well-established private practice at Rivers Hospital for over 15-years. Alongside his clinical work, he serves as Honorary Senior Lecturer at the Blizard Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of London — a role that reflects his commitment to academic excellence and surgical education.
Mr Agrawal is widely recognised for his expertise in bariatric surgery, offering a full range of weight-loss procedures through minimally invasive techniques. He has undertaken more than 1,750 bariatric surgical procedures and trains other surgeons in these areas.
Mr Agrawal is a leading expert in all kinds of hernia (groin, inguinal, femoral, umbilical, epigastric and incisional) and gallstone surgery through keyhole/laparoscopic techniques with excellent results. He has undertaken more than 2,000 general surgical procedures and trains other surgeons in these surgeries as well.
Please see my Doctify profile and my Top Doctors profile for reviews and patient testiomonials.
Clinical Interests
Hernia surgery
Inguinal (Groin) Hernia repair Laparoscopic
Umbilical Hernia repair
Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic (Gallstone surgery)
Epigastric Hernia Repair
Femoral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Gallstone Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Surgery
Key Hole Surgery
Open Incisional Hernia Repair
Removing Benign Skin Lesion
Removing Lipoma
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Professional Memberships
American Society of Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS)
International Federation of Surgical Obesity (IFSO)
British Association of Obesity & Metabolic Surgeons (BOMSS)
British Obesity Surgery Patients Association (BOSPA)
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh – Fellow
The Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow – Fellow
British Medical Association (BMA)
Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) – Life Member since 1999
Academic Background
Mr Agrawal’s surgical training is distinguished by its global breadth. He has undertaken advanced training programmes in the United Kingdom, Belgium, Japan, and India, gaining exposure to diverse surgical techniques and international best practice. This global perspective continues to shape his approach to patient care, innovation, and surgical leadership.
A passionate educator, Mr Agrawal trains surgeons in bariatric and laparoscopic surgery both in the UK and internationally. He is the Director of the London International Bariatric Surgery Symposium (LIBSS) — a major global event that most recently took place in 2025, attracting more than 200 delegates from over 30 countries. His leadership in this forum reflects his commitment to advancing the science and practice of metabolic and bariatric surgery worldwide.
He is also the Editor-in-Chief of two authoritative textbooks:
- Obesity, Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide
- Obesity, Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery: A Practical Guide
These publications serve as key resources for surgeons, trainees, and healthcare professionals involved in obesity management.
Since 2012, the Surgical Review Corporation (USA) has designated Mr Agrawal as a ‘Master Surgeon in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (MSMBS)’, previously known as ‘Surgeon of Excellence in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery’ and ‘Bariatric Surgeon of Excellence’. He is the only weight-loss surgeon in the UK to hold this prestigious certification — a globally recognised marker of quality, safety, and excellence in patient care.
His reputation for clinical expertise and patient outcomes has also led to his invitation to join Top Doctors® UK, recognising him as one of the country’s leading specialists in bariatric surgery.
Mr Agrawal has contributed extensively to the scientific community through peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and invited lectures. He is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences, where he shares insights on surgical innovation, patient safety, and the evolving landscape of metabolic surgery.