Accepting new patients
Dr.
Ms Jihène El Kafsi
General Surgery
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- GP consultation
- Annual physical exam
- Vaccination administration
- Minor procedure (skin)
About Ms Jihène El Kafsi
Ms Jihene El Kafsi is a Consultant Upper Gastrointestinal, General and Bariatric Surgeon specialising in conditions of the gallbladder, stomach, oesophagus and digestive system, with extensive experience in weight-loss surgery. She treats acid reflux, gallstones, achalasia and obesity, and performs procedures including reflux surgery, LINX surgery, hiatal hernia surgery, achalasia surgery, gallbladder surgery, advanced endoscopic investigations, gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy. She trained at the University of Cambridge and UCL, with specialist surgical training in Oxford, followed by advanced fellowships in upper GI and bariatric surgery in London and New Zealand. She is an NHS Consultant at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust where she established a specialist reflux and swallowing physiology service and Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals Ms El Kafsi sees private patients at Heatherwood Hospital Ascot, Wexham Park Hospital, Nuffield Health Oxford The Manor Hospital and Spire Thames Valley Hospital. She speaks Arabic, English and French and is committed to clear communication and patient-centred care. Specialist interests General surgery; Upper GI surgery; gallstone surgery; gallbladder surgery; gastro-oesophageal reflux surgery (nissen fundoplication, LINX reflux surgery and hiatal hernia surgery); achalasia surgery (heller’s myotomy); hernia surgery; feeding jejunostomy surgery; diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy (including dilatation for achalasia); reflux diagnostics including oesophageal physiology and bravo wireless capsule; oesophageal dysmotility disorders; weight loss (bariatric) surgery and treatment.
"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."
Credentials & verification
Medical license
Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) · GB
#GB-327157
Valid until 2028-12-31
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European Board of General Surgery
#EB-C6F5816A
Renewal due 2037
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AXA Healthcare Liability
2,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2016–2022
MD · Medicine and Surgery
Universitat de Barcelona (GB)
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2022–2026
Residency · General Surgery
UAB Barcelona (GB)
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2026–2027
Fellowship · Subspecialty training
AP-HP Paris, FR
Career & appointments
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2026-09–2027-08
Junior consultant
Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — General Surgery
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 |
712 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 |
2,662 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 |
70 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 |
1,201 |
Patient reviews
See all 25"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."
"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."
"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."
Recognition & press
Awards
- Top-rated General Surgery — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
- Excellence in Patient Care — National Society · 2024 national
- Young Investigator Award — European Society · 2023 international
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2027
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2027
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2027
Your consultation, step by step
- 1 Choose a slot
- 2 Brief pre-consult form
- 3 Consultation
- 4 Follow-up note & plan
Services & pricing
New patient consultation (60m)
Follow-up consultation (30m)
Vaccination administration
Minor procedure (skin)
Insurance compatibility
For international patients
Multilingual care
Coordinator: Patient liaison · jihene.el.kafsi@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English · Arabic · French.
Travel & transfer
Aftercare worldwide
Coordinated follow-up by request.
Research & publications
h-index: 10 · i10: 8
Selected publications
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European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.1224/euroclin.2025.0 · cited by 136
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Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.6926/euroclin.2024.1 · cited by 106
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European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.5019/euroclin.2023.2 · cited by 156
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Invited talks
- Practical updates in General Surgery · European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024
- Single-centre experience in General Surgery · National Society Meeting · · 2023
Articles by Ms Jihène El Kafsi
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Ms Jihène El Kafsi is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.
02. Which languages can I be seen in?
Consultations are available in English, Arabic, French.
03. Is the consultation in-person or online?
Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.
04. Do you accept my insurance?
In-network with major international insurers (Allianz Worldwide, AXA Global, BUPA Global and others). Use the "Verify my insurance" button to confirm your plan.
05. What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.
06. How is my health data protected?
All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
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