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Dr Thines Karunakaran

Verified Gastroenterology Colchester

Dr Thines Karunakaran

2 years of experience 5.0 (132 verified reviews)

10,737+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
11
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Thines Karunakaran at a glance

Dr Thines Karunakaran is a Gastroenterology practitioner based in Colchester, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. They have 12+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Colchester, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

About

Dr. Thines Karunakaran is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Physician at Colchester Hospital, specialising in the diagnosis and management of a broad range of digestive and liver conditions. His clinical expertise spans hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), reflux, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Alongside his general gastroenterology practice, Dr. Karunakaran has specialist proficiency in advanced endoscopic procedures, including Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS). As an active member of the HPB cancer multidisciplinary team, he collaborates closely with surgeons, oncologists, and radiologists to deliver tailored, evidence-based care for patients with pancreatic and biliary conditions.

Dr. Karunakaran graduated from Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2014 and completed his specialist training in Gastroenterology and General Medicine in the East of England, gaining valuable experience at the Cambridge Liver Unit. He subsequently undertook advanced endoscopy training at West Hertfordshire Hospitals, further refining his procedural skills in complex endoscopic interventions.

Committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care, Dr. Karunakaran places great importance on patient feedback and continuous professional development. His approach combines clinical precision with empathy, ensuring every patient receives personalised and effective treatment.

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

— Dr Thines Karunakaran

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Colchester (GB)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Gastroenterology
    UAB Barcelona, Colchester (GB)
  3. 2024–2025 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Royal Marsden London, UK

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Gastroenterology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-748481 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Gastroenterology
#EB-0FAD7577 · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,457
Annual physical exam 99395 159
Vaccination administration 90471 2,231
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,600

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 30 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Thines Karunakaran
HEADSHOT
Thines Karunakaran in consultation
IN OFFICE
Thines Karunakaran with the team
WITH TEAM
Thines Karunakaran at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 142s
Meet Thines Karunakaran

Research & publications

h-index: 8 · i10: 11

  1. European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
    Thines Karunakaran, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.1579/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 31140689 · cited by 177
  2. Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Thines Karunakaran, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3387/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37356813 · cited by 179

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Gastroenterology — Colchester · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2025

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterology 2026-03-05 · 8 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a gastroenterology? 2026-01-15 · 5 min read

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · thines.karunakaran@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

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Patient reviews

132 verified reviews
4.97
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132 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

Dr Thines Karunakaran's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Thines Karunakaran treats, with the size of the national pool of United Kingdom doctors offering the same care.

Gastroenterology

Digestive-tract conditions including reflux, IBS, IBD, liver disease and colorectal screening.

Dr Thines Karunakaran is one of 792 gastroenterology doctors indexed in United Kingdom. Browse gastroenterology doctors in United Kingdom →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Colchester matters

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  • What does Thines Karunakaran specialise in?

    Thines Karunakaran specialises in Gastroenterology in Colchester, GB. 12 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Thines Karunakaran treat?

    Thines Karunakaran treats conditions within Gastroenterology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Thines Karunakaran practise?

    Thines Karunakaran practises in Colchester, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

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    Thines Karunakaran speaks English.

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