Dr Mohamed Sahloul

Mr Mohamed Sahloul is a Consultant General and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon at University Hospitals Birmingham and sees private patients at The Harborne Hospital. He specialises in advanced minimally invasive surgery, including laparoscopic (keyhole) and robotic techniques, which typically result in less pain, reduced scarring, and a faster recovery. Mr Sahloul played a key role in establishing and developing the robotic upper gastrointestinal surgery programme at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital.

Areas of Expertise

Hernia Surgery

Mr Sahloul specialises in the repair of groin, umbilical (belly button), incisional and complex abdominal wall hernias, including recurrent hernias following previous surgery.

Gallbladder Surgery

He performs gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) for gallstones and associated conditions, with particular expertise in managing complex cases such as severe inflammation and bile duct stones.

*Reflux and Hiatus Hernia Surgery*

For patients whose reflux or heartburn symptoms are not adequately controlled with medication, Mr Sahloul offers surgical treatments to restore the anti-reflux valve and improve quality of life. He also undertakes the repair of both straightforward and complex hiatus hernias.

Weight Loss (Bariatric) Surgery

Mr Sahloul performs gastric sleeve and gastric bypass procedures and has extensive experience in revisional bariatric surgery for patients who have experienced complications or suboptimal outcomes from previous weight loss operations.

As Clinical Lead of two specialist multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) within the NHS, covering bariatric surgery and benign upper gastrointestinal conditions, Mr Sahloul works closely with gastroenterologists, radiologists, dietitians and specialist nurses to ensure every patient benefits from a comprehensive and personalised treatment plan. This collaborative approach is central to his private practice, where surgery is recommended only when it represents the most appropriate treatment option.

Mr Sahloul completed his surgical training at leading UK centres, including Imperial College London, Leicester and Luton, and was awarded the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS England) in 2022. He is actively involved in research, has published in internationally recognised surgical journals, serves as an Honorary Teaching Fellow, and is a member of several leading UK and international societies for bariatric and upper gastrointestinal surgery.