General Surgeon Gateshead
- 0191 737 1089
- Independent House, Fifth Ave, Gateshead NE11 0HF, UK
Neil Kukreja General Surgeon Maidstone is a trusted name in advanced colorectal and general surgery. He provides minimally invasive, robotic treatments for bowel cancer, endometriosis, and other bowel conditions. Patients benefit from superior outcomes, quicker recovery, and less post-operative pain. Neil combines innovation with compassionate care for every individual.
Neil specialises in robotic and minimally invasive surgery. As a pioneer in this field, he trains other surgeons on the Da Vinci robot. One of only a few across Europe, Neil educates fellow consultants in robotic colorectal surgery. His dedication ensures that every patient receives cutting-edge care.
Neil Kukreja General Surgeon Maidstone holds senior roles in both private and NHS hospitals. He currently serves as Medical Director at KIMS Hospital, Kent’s largest private facility. Previously, he worked as Director of Surgery and Clinical Director of Emergency Surgery at Medway NHS Foundation Trust. These roles highlight his leadership and commitment to safety and performance.
Neil’s core surgical interests lie in bowel cancer and endometriosis. He adopts a multi-disciplinary approach, working closely with gynaecologists and urologists. This ensures complete and personalised treatment plans. He also uses THD for haemorrhoids and advanced techniques for complex fistula disease and pilonidal sinus surgery.
Patients consistently describe Neil as warm, empathetic, and easy to approach. He understands the sensitive nature of bowel-related conditions. Therefore, he ensures patients feel relaxed and informed. Thanks to robotic surgery, they enjoy shorter hospital stays and faster recovery.
Neil graduated from King’s College London in 1998. He earned his surgical fellowship in 2012 and became a Consultant Surgeon in 2014. His JAG accreditation enables him to perform both upper and lower GI endoscopy. Neil also treats gallstones and hernias through laparoscopic techniques.
Neil’s dedication has earned him national recognition. In 2017, he was shortlisted for the Health Service Journal’s ‘Clinical Leader of the Year’. That same year, he received a Chief Executive’s Scholarship to study hospital professionalism in the US. In 2016, Medway Trust awarded him for ‘Best Patient Care’.
