Prof Sauid Ishaq is a leading Gastroenterologist with interest in advanced endoscopy in Birmingham. He is nationally-accredited bowel cancer screening colonoscopist and specialises in advance endoscopy and and a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders, including:

• Gastrointestinal cancers
• Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) & Barrett’s oesophagus
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Coeliac disease and dietary intolerances
• Dyspepsia
• Helicobacter pylori infection
• Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
• Anaemi

He is also a visiting Professor at Birmingham City University (BCU), adjunct professor of Medicine St George's university, Grenada. a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (London), and an active member of the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) and European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE).

Innovation & Contributions in Endoscopy

Prof Ishaq is widely recognised for his innovative contributions to endoscopy:

• Underwater colonoscopy and polypectomy – Prof. Ishaq introduced this technique of underwater colonoscopy and polypectomy in the UK, a method that involves a lukewarm water replace gas to reduce pain during colonoscopy procedures. He regularly demonstrates this method in live settings both in the UK and internationally. Introduced in the UK to reduce discomfort during colonoscopy.

· Daily Mail Online – Read the article here

Prof. Ishaq also contributed to endoscopic Zenker Diverticulum treatment in Japan in 2019. Hewas b awarded a PhD for his novel work on Zenker’s diverticulum

Academic and advisory role

In addition to his clinical work, Prof. Ishaq has served as an advisor for NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) and contributed to the National Clinical Advisors' NCEPOD (The National Confidential Enquiry into Patient Outcome and Death): on a GI Bleed Study. He has authored or co-authored over 195 peer-reviewed and is an active reviewer for high-impact scientific journals and publications and textbook chapters.

Programme Director Birmingham International endoscopy symposium (BIES): since 2021

As the Director of the Birmingham International Endoscopy Symposium, Prof. Ishaq provides a platform for national and international experts in the field to share their knowledge. He is regularly invited to perform live endoscopy demonstrations and is a frequent faculty member at both national and international medical conferences.

He also maintained strong collaborative ties with several prestigious institutions worldwide, including Fudan University (China), Bezmi Alem University (Istanbul), and St George’s University (Grenada, Caribbean).

Reviews

"I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Dr Sauid Ishaq for the exceptional care and support he provided. From the very beginning, he has been incredibly kind, understanding, and professional. He took the time to listen, explain everything clearly, and made sure I felt supported throughout the whole process. Dr Ishaq has been absolutely amazing. His calm and reassuring manner made a very difficult time much easier to cope with. I truly felt that he was dedicated to giving me the best treatment possible and that my care and wellbeing were his top priority. I cannot thank him enough for his kindness, patience, and professionalism. The support and treatment I received were outstanding, and I feel very grateful to have been under his care. I would highly recommend Dr Ishaq to anyone needing specialist care"

Professional Website

https://www.gutdiagnostics.co.uk/

• https://digestivedisorderclinic.org/

• Clinical Interests

  · Colonoscopy

  · Underwater Colonoscopy

  · Bowel Cancer Screening

  · Gastroscopy

  · Endoscopic Treatment for Zenker Diverticulum

  · Coeliac Disease

  · Inflammatory Bowel Disease

  · Anaemia

  · Dietary Intolerances

  · SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)

  · Liver Disease

Professional Memberships

• BSG
• ESGE
• Royal College of Physicians London

Publications 

Usefulness of an ultrathin endoscope for guidewire insertion during stent-in-stent placement - PubMed

Immunoglobulin G4-related Disease Presenting as a Gastric Ulcer with Repeated Exacerbations and Remissions - PubMed

Efficacy of a Traction Device for Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection Using a Scissor-Type Knife: A Randomized Controlled Trial - PubMed

Colorectal Endoscopic Stenting Trial (CReST) for obstructing left-sided colorectal cancer: randomized clinical trial - PubMed

Challenges in colonic stenting: Giving up is not an option - PubMed

A survey of colonoscopists with and without in-depth knowledge of water-aided colonoscopy - PubMed

The Effect of Gluten-Free Diet Duration on Body Mass Index of Iranian Patients with Celiac Disease - PubMed

Gluten Induces Subtle Histological Changes in Duodenal Mucosa of Patients with Non-Coeliac Gluten Sensitivity: A Multicentre Study - PubMed

The Deployment of a Newly Developed Proximal Release-Type Colonic Stent Is Feasible for Malignant Colorectal Obstruction near the Anal Verge: A Single-Center Preliminary Study - PubMed

Delayed Bleeding After Endoscopic Resection of Colorectal Polyps: Identifying High-Risk Patients - PubMed

Endoscopic full thickness resection in the colo-rectum: outcomes from the UK Registry - PubMed

Water-assisted colonoscopy: an international modified Delphi review on definitions and practice recommendations - PubMed

Evaluation of a novel colonoscope offering flexibility adjuster - a retrospective observational study - PubMed

Experiences of Outpatient Clinics and Opinions of Telehealth by Caucasian and South Asian Patients' With Celiac Disease - PubMed

Zenker's Diverticulum: Can Protocolised Measurements with Barium SWALLOW Predict Severity and Treatment Outcomes? The "Zen-Rad" Study - PubMed

Neurological manifestation of coeliac disease with particular emphasis on gluten ataxia and immunological injury: a review article - PubMed

Long-term success of flexible endoscopic septal division with the stag beetle knife for Zenker's diverticulum: a tertiary center study - PubMed

Timing of Endoscopy for Acute Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding - PubMed

Covid-19 pandemic impact on colonoscopy service and suggestions for managing recovery - PubMed

Endoscopic management of gastrointestinal motility disorders - part 2: European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) Guideline - PubMed

Endoscopic management of gastrointestinal motility disorders - part 1: European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) Guideline - PubMed

British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG)-led multisociety consensus care bundle for the early clinical management of acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding - PubMed

Endoscopic submucosal dissection of colorectal tumors using a novel monopolar scissor-type knife "SB Knife Jr.2" - PubMed

How to perform water exchange colonoscopy, with tips and tricks - PubMed

Usefulness and safety of colorectal precutting EMR and hybrid endoscopic submucosal dissection for sessile serrated polyps with use of a novel multifunctional snare - PubMed

First two cases of Zenker's diverticulum treated with flexible endoscopic septum division in Japan - PubMed

G-EYE colonoscopy is superior to standard colonoscopy for increasing adenoma detection rate: an international randomized controlled trial (with videos) - PubMed

Impact of water exchange colonoscopy on endoscopy room efficiency: a systematic review and meta-analysis - PubMed

How to perform water-aided colonoscopy, with differences between water immersion and water exchange: a teaching video demonstration - PubMed