Raj Nijjar

Mr Raj Nijjar is a consultant general and upper gastrointestinal (GI) surgeon providing private care at Spire Parkway Hospital in Solihull. His NHS practice is based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, University Hospitals Birmingham, where he leads the Upper GI Surgery Service. He specialises in minimally invasive surgery for gallbladder issues, hernias, and digestive health conditions.

Mr Nijjar performs a range of procedures, including gastroscopy, gallbladder surgery, and hernia repairs such as open inguinal hernia repair and umbilical hernia repair. He combines advanced surgical techniques with a personalised, patient-focused approach to deliver effective care.

After graduating in Medicine from the University of Birmingham in 1994, Mr Nijjar completed surgical training in the West Midlands and specialised in thoracic surgery in Liverpool. He furthered his expertise in oesophageal cancer research at University College London, earning a master’s degree. His international training includes experience in gastric surgery in Japan and a fellowship in upper GI procedures at the University Hospital of Adelaide.

With over a decade of consultant experience, Mr Nijjar’s extensive training and dedication to patient care ensure optimal outcomes for those seeking expert treatment at Spire Parkway Hospital.