Chokkalingam Arun
General Surgery
MB BS, MD, FRCS (Glas), FRCS(Gen Surg)
Profile
Mr Chokkalingam Arun is a highly experienced consultant general and colorectal surgeon offering private care at Nuffield Health Hereford Hospital. He also practices at Wye Valley NHS Trust, Hereford County Hospital. With extensive expertise in colorectal and gastrointestinal procedures, Mr Arun provides patient-focused care tailored to individual needs.
Specialising in colorectal cancer surgery and laparoscopic (keyhole) procedures, Mr Arun offers advanced treatments designed for quicker recovery and improved outcomes. He performs a wide range of procedures, including colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, banding of haemorrhoids, HALO (haemorrhoidal artery ligation operation), laparoscopic and open inguinal hernia repair, and umbilical hernia repair.
Mr Arun qualified in 1996 in India before completing a research degree on tumour markers in colorectal cancer at The University of Leicester. He received extensive training in laparoscopic colorectal surgery during his higher surgical training on the Mid Trent Surgical Rotation in Nottingham, a centre renowned for excellence in colorectal surgery.
With over 15 years of experience as a consultant, Mr Arun combines advanced surgical techniques with a compassionate approach to care. At Nuffield Health Hereford Hospital, he provides expert diagnostic and surgical care in a professional and supportive environment, ensuring personalised treatment plans for all his patients.
Hospitals
Book appointmentNuffield Health Hereford Hospital
Venns Lane, HerefordOpen 24 hours, everyday dayNuffield Health Hereford Hospital offer a vast range of first-class medical and surgical services performed by expert consultants, Specialisms include ENT, general surgery, gynaecology, orthopaedics, and urology.
Reviews
- 5/5
Follow up visit. Mr Arun has a really friendly approach.
11/05/2025 - 5/5
Mr Arun was very helpful with the treatment I received and explained everything very well.
10/30/2025 - 5/5
My recent visit went really well had some really good feed back , I felt like he was very professional and personable. 10/10
07/29/2025 - 4.67/5
Friendly, timely and successful.
07/09/2025 - 4.67/5
The process overall took much longer than I would have liked and part of my care was paid for privately. However Mr Arun, was excellent throughout in explaining and ensuring I got the most appropriate treatment for my condition! Which now appears to be resolved (fingers crossed)
07/01/2025 - 5/5
Excellent. Efficient, professional and personable
06/25/2025 - 5/5
Experience and the outcome were first class - beyond what I was anticipating.
06/21/2025 - 4/5
Very good
06/12/2025 - 5/5
I was very impressed with the quality of service provided.
06/01/2025 - 5/5
Very good positive and I was very happy with the scar left.
05/14/2025 - 5/5
Excellent care.
05/08/2025 - 5/5
Mr Arun was very friendly and gave a clear explanation. The surgery was successful with a neat scar. Overall very pleased with the outcome. Many thanks.
05/02/2025 - 5/5
Mr Arun is a brilliant surgeon
05/01/2025 - 5/5
My experience with Dr Arun was great, he explained the procedure thoroughly and put me at ease throughout.
03/28/2025 - 5/5
Very happy with end results
02/13/2025 - 5/5
Very clear and straightforward consultation and operation went exactly as expected.
01/09/2025 - 3.67/5
Efficient to deal with & flexible scheduling. Cursory initial & follow-up appointments, but clearly answered questions. Reactive rather than proactive in consultations. Positive surgery & post-operative experience & overall good care at the Nuffield. No issues.
12/18/2024 - 5/5
A clearly competent surgeon with excellent communication and support throughout the experience.
12/18/2024 - 5/5
Explained the procedure & answered all questions I had fully.
12/12/2024 - 5/5
Mr Arun explained everything to me in great detail and took the time to listen to me when I described how I was getting on following my ileostomy in August.
11/19/2024 - 5/5
Really positive experience. Felt confident and at ease with my care
10/24/2024 - 5/5
Good and reassuring consultant
10/24/2024 - 5/5
Mr Arun was superb from start to finish. Professional yet approachable. His surgery was fantastic and I recovered quicker than expected. Thoroughly recommended you will be in top class hands.
10/03/2024 - 5/5
Very friendly, helpful and professional throughout. Made sure everything was explained thoroughly, and that I understood the full procedure. Happy to answer any questions that I had. Excellent
10/02/2024 - 5/5
Mr Arun immediately made me feel at ease, listened carefully when I explained my medical issues, conducted thorough examination, then clearly explained the problem and how to rectify it (inguinal hernia). The problem was successfully dealt with through surgery and I am extremely pleased with the outcome and the overall experience from start to finish. Highly professional throughout and many thanks indeed.
09/14/2024 - 5/5
Very friendly, helpful explanation. Sorted out my very painful inguinal hernia without any fuss. Nuffield a very friendly environment for surgery.
09/05/2024 - 5/5
Excellent care and attention throughout. Mr Arun was detailed and informative with his explanation of the procedure. Overall a very positive experience from start to finish.
07/11/2024 - 5/5
Very nice took the time explained everything in detail which was very reassuring
06/28/2024 - 5/5
Hernia repaired, no issues. Thank you.
06/26/2024 - 5/5
Excellent. Friend, skilled, professional and reassuring at all times.
06/13/2024 - 5/5
Fair and informative. Felt very confident that my surgery was going to be successful.
06/06/2024 - 5/5
Made me very relaxed and explained everything so I could understand
05/30/2024 - 5/5
5* for mr Arun…many many thanks 🙏
05/30/2024 - 5/5
Very happy, looked after extremely well no problems at all, very pleased.
05/23/2024 - 5/5
Very professional and relaxed manner, puts you at ease quickly
05/22/2024 - 5/5
Full marks. Mr Arun was extremely professional and efficient. Explanations were thorough. Manner was friendly and helpful.
05/21/2024 - 5/5
All was excellent
05/07/2024 - 5/5
Mr Arun explained very well what to expect when I had my operation. I felt confidant and that I was in safe hands. After the operation he explained how the procedure went. I am very happy with the care I was given.
05/02/2024 - 5/5
Clearly a man at the top of his game, I was in no doubt that he would be able to fix the issue I presented with.
04/24/2024 - 5/5
Dr Arun was very professional, personable, and had excellent bedside manner, couldn't have asked for a better experience. Answered all my question knowledgeably and in a way that I could easily understand, top class.
04/17/2024 - 5/5
Excellent
04/17/2024 - 5/5
Very professional and didn’t leave anything unanswered and explained everything clearly
04/03/2024 - 5/5
Very friendly & helpful advice for my problem. Straightforward and informative.
03/28/2024 - 5/5
Very helpful and informative, made me feel comfortable.
03/28/2024 - 5/5
Clear, precise and very helpful
03/06/2024 - 5/5
My surgery was a success and the experience with Mr Arun has been excellent. My treatment was through NHS (Luckily) But having experienced dealing with Mr Arun and Nuffield I would happily pay for the service should the need arise again.
02/28/2024 - 5/5
Super friendly, upmost professionalism, top surgeon
02/21/2024 - 5/5
Excellent experience. Mr Arun explained everything in advance, my operation went smoothly and I am healing well.
02/14/2024 - 5/5
First class treatment: professional, compassionate and a masterpiece of his craft.
02/01/2024 - 5/5
Very friendly and clear - no jargon - excellent
01/20/2024 - 5/5
Very informative and spoke very well. Top man
01/20/2024 - 5/5
Very reassuring and clearly explained everything and options
01/20/2024 - 5/5
Fantastic efficient service.
01/20/2024 - 5/5
Absolutely superb!
01/20/2024 - 5/5
He was very informative
01/20/2024 - 5/5
Excellent service as normal.
01/20/2024 - 5/5
Very informative very helpful and very knowledgeable. Overall very nice chap
01/18/2024 - 5/5
Very good
01/18/2024 - 5/5
Polite and well informed, gave me all the information i needed and helped with the issues i came in with, all in all a very positive experience
01/17/2024 - 5/5
Good all round experience
01/17/2024 - 5/5
I felt very relaxed and the infornation I was given waa clearly explained.
01/17/2024 - 5/5
Mr Arun has been excellent throughout. He takes time to explain things and you never feel pressured or rushed. The surgery was successful and recovery time was quick which is testament to Mr Arun's care and expertise. Thank you
01/16/2024 - 5/5
Mr Arun and his team were approachable, caring and efficient. My operation was dealt with quickly and with minimal discomfort. Follow up has been clear and concise with all aspects explained . nursing staff were excellent and compassionate. I have passed on my praise and thanks to Mr Arun for all concerned.
01/16/2024 - 5/5
Wonderful manner and very happy
01/13/2024 - 5/5
Mr Arun and his team performed my recent emergency colostomy operation. He explained the situation to me very clearly and came round to the ward to monitor my progress every day during my hospital stay. He was always pleasant and easy to communicate with.
01/12/2024 - 5/5
Excellent service, informative and clear with good explanation. Highly recommended
01/11/2024 - 5/5
Pleasant relaxed manner.Clear information provided with an appropriate hint of humour. 😊
01/11/2024 - 4.67/5
Very satisfied with all aspects of my treatment from Mr Arun and his staff.
01/10/2024 - 5/5
Excellent diagnosis and explanation before and after operation, follow up superb.
01/10/2024 - 5/5
Very good at explaining treatment and asking what I want
01/04/2024 - 5/5
The care I received from Mr Arun was kind, well explained and patient where I had questions. He came daily while admitted and took time to listen. At no time did I feel like an inconvenience or being patronised, as was the case with some of the junior doctors who have much to learn in that regard.
01/04/2024 - 4.33/5
Useful clarification
01/04/2024 - 5/5
He clearly explained what my symptoms related to with my disease progression. He examined me & identified why I have problems pooing, which reassured me once I knew why. He considered my preferences as a patient. He’s clearly knowledgeable & highly capable.
01/04/2024 - 5/5
All excellent
01/03/2024 - 5/5
Really good , and assuring
01/03/2024