About Dr. Akeel Alisa

With over 20 years of experience, Dr Akeel Alisa is a compassionate and highly skilled Consultant Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist, and Advanced Endoscopist based in London. He is passionately committed to delivering thorough, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s needs. Patients describe him as “Able, Affable, and Available”—a reflection of his attentive approach and unwavering dedication.

Our Philosophy

Personalised Care You Can Depend On

Dr Alisa prioritises listening carefully to patients and involving them in decisions about their treatment. His approach blends empathy with clinical expertise, ensuring every management plan is both realistic and effective.

State-of-the-Art, Evidence-Based Practice

He utilises the latest diagnostic and therapeutic methods—grounded in research and up-to-date guidelines. Backed by a multidisciplinary team, including expert dietitians, he ensures patients receive well-informed, holistic care.

Qualifications & Professional Expertise

Academic and Clinical Credentials

• Medical degree: University of Cambridge (1993)
• MRCP (1998) and FRCP (2018), Royal College of Physicians, London
• MD (Res): University College London (2010)

Leadership in Gastroenterology & Endoscopy

Dr Alisa serves as Lead for Gastroenterology and Endoscopy at Hadley Wood Hospital, and Deputy Lead at Barnet & Chase Farm Hospitals. He also contributes as faculty at St George’s National Endoscopy Training Centre.

Advanced Procedural Training

He holds European certification in advanced endoscopy techniques and regularly updates his professional standards through national and international conferences. His endoscopic performance is also tracked via the National Endoscopy Database.

Areas of Clinical Specialisation

Gastroenterology & Digestive Health

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), food allergies, SIBO, coeliac disease and non-coeliac gluten sensitivity, acid reflux, swallowing difficulties, abdominal pain, bowel habit changes, rectal bleeding, inflammatory bowel disease, and bowel and gut cancer screening.

Liver & Hepatology

Abnormal liver tests, hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver disease, including non-invasive liver fibrosis assessment (Fibroscan).

Advanced Endoscopy Services

Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures such as colonoscopy, gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, capsule endoscopy, polyp resections (including EMR), and feeding tube insertions.

Nutrition Support

Through teamwork with specialist dietitians and holistic planning, Dr Alisa ensures patients receive comprehensive nutritional and digestive care tailored to their full health profile.

Memberships & Professional Affiliations

• Fellow, Royal College of Physicians, London
• Member, British Society of Gastroenterology
• Member, British Association for the Study of the Liver
• Member, United European Gastroenterology
• Member, European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Faculty member, St George’s National Endoscopy Training Unit
• Director and Founder, Leaders in Gastrointestinal Care London (LGCL) and Leaders Gastroenterology London

Private Practice Locations

Dr Alisa maintains a strong private practice across Central, North, and West London, including:

• Kensington International Clinic
• Wellington Hospital
• HCA Elstree
• Royal Free Private Patient Unit
• Spire Bushey Hospital
• Hadley Wood Hospital
• BMI hospitals (Cavell, Clementine Churchill, Kings Oak)
• Syon Clinic – Brentford
• Clementine Churchill, Syon Clinic, Kings Oak, among others

Practice Hours

• BMI Cavell Hospital, Enfield – Thursdays 16:00–20:00
• BMI Clementine Churchill, Harrow – Mondays 17:00–19:00
• BMI Hendon – Wednesdays 16:30–18:00
• BMI Kings Oak, Enfield – Tuesdays 17:00–18:00
• Spire Bushey Hospital – Tuesdays 18:30–21:00; Thursdays 11:30–12:30
• Syon Clinic, Brentford – Mondays 12:00–13:00
• Kensington International Centre – Mondays 19:00–21:00

Following any private consultation, Dr Alisa ensures GP communication aligns with guidelines from the Department of Health and the GMC. In urgent cases, Bupa members may contact Barnet Hospital via switchboard or reach out to his private assistant.

Research & Academic Contributions

• His MD focused on non-invasive liver fibrosis markers at UCL’s Institute of Hepatology.
• Further research includes liver transplantation, including the UK’s first living-related liver transplant program.
• He continues to contribute to international clinical research and publications.

Personal Interests

Beyond his medical career, Dr Alisa enjoys swimming, cycling, and travelling—reflecting his passion for balance and well-being in both life and work.

Contact & Support Team

• Private practice is supported by his assistant and practice manager, Louisa Satik—whose approachable and capable nature receives consistent praise from patients.
• For medical secretarial and billing support, Medserv Medical Accounts handles enquiries across their respective offices.

Why Choose Us?

You’ll find trusted expertise, personalised, up-to-date care, and a physician who truly listens—set within London’s leading private and NHS hospitals. Dr Akeel Alisa is here to guide you through your digestive and liver health journey with clarity, compassion, and precision.