+44 7771984156
irshad.shaikh@norwichroboticoperations.co.uk 
Spire Hospital Norwich, Old Watton Road, Norwich NR4 7TD
Welcome to Norwich Robotic Operations
A business website for Professor Irshad Shaikh. As the sole practitioner, his commitment is providing cutting-edge consulting and surgery. Norwich Robotic Operations is more than a surgical practice; it’s a testament to my unwavering mission to redefine colorectal healthcare standards. From routine to intricate procedures, his goal is to enhance well-being, setting new benchmarks in the field. This is more than a profession; it’s a dedication to elevating the quality of life for every individual in need of specialised colorectal care.
Team Management
The team lead for starting the robotic colorectal programme at NNUH.
Global Strategy
European level trainer for robotic colorectal surgery and experienced proctor accredited by EARCS.
Qualifications
MBBS, MS, MD, FRCS (General Surgery), EBSQ (coloproctology), MClinEd
One Of The UK’s Leading Surgeons !!
Prof. Irshad Shaikh is an experienced consultant general and colorectal surgeon based at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. He gained his medical degree (MBBS) from Karnatak University in India in 1997. Subsequently he trained in Scotland and completing higher surgical training on the Southeast Thames rotation in London. He was awarded MD (research) degree from University of Aberdeen in 2008 and CCT (completion of specialist training in general and colorectal surgery) in 2013. He completed in master’s in clinical education degree from UEA in 2019 demonstrating commitment to surgical training. He also holds a position of college tutor for Royal college of surgeons on England.
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How We Work For You?
He went on to complete a yearlong RSO fellowship at St Mark’s Hospital, followed by a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery sponsored by Ethicon in 2014. He also undertook training in locally advanced rectal cancers, including pelvic exenteration.
Appointed consultant
In October 2014, he was appointed as a consultant general and colorectal surgeon at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. Additionally, he previously held an honorary consultant surgeon at St Mark’s Hospital, Harrow, London. He leads the advanced rectal cancer surgery team and is the joint lead for anal cancer surgery. He one of two surgeons in NNUH accredited by the JAG as national bowel cancer screening (BSCP) endoscopist.
Robotic work
He was the team lead for starting robotic colorectal programme at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. He is a European level trainer for robotic colorectal surgery and experienced proctor accredited by EARCS. He was instrumental in supporting robotic colorectal cancer surgery program in Scottish health boards and several hospitals in England. He regularly provides robotic training to several European colorectal surgeons. In addition, he is a trainer for laparoscopic colorectal surgery in national level courses. He has described and published several innovative operative procedures in peer reviewed journals. He has a great interest in robotic/laparoscopic clinical research. He was awarded grants in Aberdeen (2006-7) and Norwich (2020) to undertake cancer related as well robotic surgery research. He is keen trainer for surgical trainees and also mentors/proctors junior consultant surgeon in robotic surgical training.
Speciality
His specialist areas are anal fistula/fissure surgery, haemorrhoid surgery (including HALO procedure), anal and colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease surgery, rectal prolapse surgery, hernia surgery, and treatment of locally advanced pelvic cancer. The cancer surgery results are published online as well in peer reviewed journals.
About Mr. Shaikh’s Work
As NNUH resident Proctor (someone who oversees the procedure as an expert in that field), Irshad is one of the first surgeons in the country to support Intuitive Telepresence, which means interested professionals can follow a procedure in real-time, with patient consent, from anywhere in the world.
Clinical Interests
General surgery
Colonoscopy
Coloproctology
Colorectal surgery
Endoscopy
Hernia repair surgery
Laparoscopic surgery
Minimal access surgery
Endometriosis
General Surgery
Anal fissure surgery
Anal warts surgery
Anal fistula surgery
Bowel surgery, colostomy and ileostomy
Colonoscopy
Flexible sigmoidoscopy
Haemorrhoids removal treatment
Hernia surgery
Laparoscopy investigation and treatment
Other treatments
Minimal access
Haemorrhoid surgery including HALO treatment
Banding/injection of haemorrhoids
Anal and colorectal cancer
Rectal prolapse surgery
Treatment of locally advanced cancer
What’s Our Past Clients Say?
Professor Irshad Shaikh was awarded the iWantGreatCare certificate of excellence in 2023 for delivering outstanding care.
Professor Shaikh was both friendly and efficient in dealing with me. His treatment was very effective and improved my quality of life significantly. He was always clear explaining options and outcomes. The treatment path we selected was the best choice for me. I am very grateful for Professor Shaikh’s advice and treatment. I have no hesitation in recommending him as a talented medical professional.
Written by a private patient at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
23rd November 2023
I was very satisfied with my consultations with Professor Shaikh. Each time, I left completely happy that he’d listened to me and made sure I fully understood my options. I also had a little chat and laugh with him which also helped me relax.
Written by a private patient at Spire Norwich Hospital
13th November 2023