02 May 2026
Years of Surgical Experience
Research Publications
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Dr Appou treats benign conditions and cancers of the gallbladder and bile ducts, liver, pancreas, stomach, esophagus, spleen and appendix, as well as hernias and acid reflux (GERD).
From gallstones and hernias to complex liver and pancreatic cancer surgery, Dr Appou has treated thousands of patients in India, the UK and the UAE. He has over 35 years of surgical experience (qualified 1990), including 18 years as an NHS Consultant at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, and now sees patients at Fakeeh University Hospital, Dubai Silicon Oasis.
Whether you have a new diagnosis, are weighing up your options or are recovering from complex surgery, Dr Appou takes time to explain your condition, your options and, if needed, what surgery involves. When surgery is the right path, he offers the least invasive robotic or laparoscopic option suitable for you, and plans your recovery with you, so you go home when you are ready and know what to expect at each stage.
Patients value his clear explanations, honest advice and support at every step, from first consultation to follow-up.
Dr Appou holds three Fellowships of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons (Edinburgh, Glasgow and General Surgery), qualifications recognized worldwide. He served on the Joint Committee on Surgical Training national selection panel, helping select the next generation of NHS surgeons. The Royal Society of Medicine awarded him the Norman Tanner Medal and Glaxo Travelling Fellowship, and in 2026 he received the Clinical Excellence Award at Fakeeh University Hospital. For you, that means care built on UK training standards throughout his career, not just when he qualified.
Appendicitis, bowel obstruction, diverticulitis, colon and spleen surgery, and urgent abdominal problems, plus minor procedures for lipomas, cysts, moles and ingrown toenails.
Heartburn, GERD, silent reflux (LPR), hiatus hernia, Barrett’s esophagus, achalasia and swallowing problems. Dr Appou arranges reflux testing himself, then offers Nissen or Toupet fundoplication, gastropexy or endoscopic dilatation.
Groin (inguinal), umbilical, incisional, recurrent and strangulated hernias, repaired by laparoscopic, robotic or open surgery, with or without mesh, depending on what’s safest for you.
Gallstones, cholecystitis, bile duct stones, polyps and jaundice, plus gallbladder and bile duct cancers, treated with laparoscopic or robotic gallbladder removal, ERCP and stenting, and specialist cancer surgery.
Liver, pancreatic, stomach, esophageal and duodenal cancers, including bowel cancer that has spread to the liver, plus cysts and pancreatitis, treated with liver resection, Whipple procedure, distal pancreatectomy and complex multi-organ surgery.
Piles (hemorrhoids), anal fissures, fistulas, abscesses, pilonidal sinus and skin tags, treated with laser hemorrhoidoplasty or conventional surgery, depending on what’s right for you.
