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Dr Sandeep Bajwa

Consultant Gastroenterologist

About Dr Sandeep Bajwa

Personal Profile

Dr Bajwa is a Consultant Gastroenterologist at Northampton General Hospital, a position he has held since 2010. He obtained a dual Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine before undertaking an Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship at the Sheffield Endoscopy Training Centre, one of the Joint Advisory Group (JAG) accredited national training centres based at the Northern General Hospital in Sheffield.

In addition to his clinical training, Dr Bajwa was awarded a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education from the University of Nottingham in 2010 and is an elected Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London.

He provides comprehensive gastroenterology consultations for patients with a wide range of digestive health concerns and accepts both insured and self-pay patients.

Clinical approach and patient care

Dr Bajwa is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care for individuals with digestive and gastrointestinal conditions. He takes a thorough and evidence-based approach to assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, ensuring that patients fully understand their condition and available treatment options.

His expertise covers a broad range of gastroenterological conditions, from common digestive symptoms through to complex inflammatory bowel diseases and investigations for suspected cancer.

Endoscopy and bowel cancer screening

Dr Bajwa has a particular interest in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy and regularly performs both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures.

He has specialist expertise in screening colonoscopy and is a JAG-accredited colonoscopist within the National Bowel Cancer Screening Programme (BCSP).

Dr Bajwa maintains high-quality performance standards that are subject to national audit and peer review. His key performance indicators include:

  • Adenoma Detection Rate (ADR) greater than 50%
  • More than 90% of patients experiencing no or only mild discomfort during colonoscopy
  • Caecal intubation rate above 92% within the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme

His commitment to quality helps ensure patients receive safe, effective, and high-standard endoscopic care.

Education and professional development

Alongside his clinical practice, Dr Bajwa has a strong interest in medical education. His Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education reflects his commitment to teaching and supporting the development of future healthcare professionals.

As a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, he remains committed to maintaining high professional standards and delivering evidence-based care.

Why patients choose Dr Bajwa

Patients choose Dr Bajwa for his extensive experience in gastroenterology, advanced endoscopy training, and expertise in bowel cancer screening. He is committed to providing thorough assessments, clear explanations, and personalised treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs. His combination of specialist knowledge, endoscopy expertise, and patient-focused care enables him to support patients through every stage of diagnosis, investigation, and treatment.

Clinical Interests

  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s disease)
  • Coeliac Disease 
  • Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) e.g. Heartburn 
  • Irritable Bowel syndrome (IBS) including chronic diarrhoea 
  • Investigations for suspected cancer of the digestive system 
  • Dyspepsia (indigestion) 
  • Peptic ulcer disease 
  • Abnormal liver tests 
  • Unintentional weight loss

Professional Memberships

  • General Medical Council (GMC)
  • Royal College of Physicians (London) 
  • Medical and Dental Defence union of Scotland (MDDUS)
  • Hospital Consultants and Specialists Association (HCSA)

 

 

 

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Languages spoken

English

GMC number

5204144
A General Medical Council (GMC) number is a unique ID that shows a specialist is officially registered and approved to practice medicine in the UK.

Qualifications

MBBS, FRCP London), Cert Med Ed

Professional memberships

  • General Medical Council (GMC)
  • Royal College of Physicians (London) 
  • Medical and Dental Defence union of Scotland (MDDUS)
  • Hospital Consultants and Specialists Association (HCSA)

 

 

 


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