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Mr Chokkalingam Arun

Verified General Surgery Hereford

Mr Chokkalingam Arun

12 years of experience 5.0 (89 verified reviews)

9,107+
Patients seen
12
Years in practice
15
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Chokkalingam Arun at a glance

Mr Chokkalingam Arun is a General Surgery practitioner based in Hereford, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. They have 30+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2010). Serves patients in Hereford, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Mr. Arun is a highly skilled surgeon with a specialisation in colorectal surgery, which covers various aspects of colorectal health and gastrointestinal procedures. His expertise includes colorectal cancer surgery, laparoscopic colorectal surgery, and a range of endoscopy procedures, such as upper GI endoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and colonoscopy.

Mr. Arun has expertise in the diagnosis and management of conditions related to bowel continence and pelvic floor health. He is experienced in the management of pilonidal diseases, which are characterised by the formation of cysts or abscesses near the tailbone. He also specialises in the management of anorectal conditions, including the treatment of haemorrhoids and anal fistulas.

In addition to his colorectal and gastrointestinal expertise, he performs laparoscopic inguinal and incisional hernia repair, as well as open hernia surgery.

Mr. Arun is a member of several esteemed medical organisations, including the Association of Coloproctologists of Great Britain and Ireland, the Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland, the Medical Defence Union, and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.

Patients seeking expert care in colorectal surgery, gastrointestinal health, hernia repair, and related areas can trust Mr. Arun's experience and commitment to providing personalised and effective treatments. His comprehensive approach to patient care ensures that individuals receive the best possible medical attention.

Mr Arun also performs local anaesthetic removal of lumps and bumps 

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Mr Chokkalingam Arun

Education & training

  1. 2004–2010 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Hereford (GB)
  2. 2010–2014 Residency · General Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Hereford (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2014-09–2015-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — General Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-179734 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of General Surgery
#EB-1DDAF525 · issued 2015 · renewal 2025
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,015
Annual physical exam 99395 97
Vaccination administration 90471 1,569
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 166

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 60 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Chokkalingam Arun
HEADSHOT
Chokkalingam Arun in consultation
IN OFFICE
Chokkalingam Arun with the team
WITH TEAM
Chokkalingam Arun at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 62s
Meet Chokkalingam Arun

Research & publications

h-index: 18 · i10: 7

  1. Long-term follow-up of General Surgery across GB
    Chokkalingam Arun, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.6989/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 39987857 · cited by 79
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery
    Chokkalingam Arun, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.9539/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 34844903 · cited by 157
  3. Long-term follow-up of General Surgery across GB
    Chokkalingam Arun, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.9940/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 32460238 · cited by 43
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery
    Chokkalingam Arun, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.6607/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 37889549 · cited by 137

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in General Surgery European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in General Surgery National Society Meeting · Hereford · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated General Surgery — Hereford · 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 2015
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2015
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2015

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a general surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · mr.chokkalingam.arun@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

89 verified reviews
4.96
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89 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.7
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
98.0
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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Mr Chokkalingam Arun's Areas of Specialty

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General Surgery

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Chokkalingam Arun specialise in?

    Chokkalingam Arun specialises in General Surgery in Hereford, GB. 30 years of clinical experience.

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  • Where does Chokkalingam Arun practise?

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    Chokkalingam Arun speaks English, Tamil.

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