MA cantab, MBBS, FRCS
General Surgeon
19 years of experience
Ascot, SL5 8AA
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Ms Jihène El Kafsi is a Consultant Upper Gastrointestinal and Bariatric Surgeon who specialises in the surgical treatment of conditions affecting the stomach, oesophagus, and digestive system. She also has extensive experience in weight-loss (bariatric) surgery. Ms El Kafsi speaks Arabic, English, and French.
She sees patients privately at Parkside Suite Heatherwood Hospital Ascot, Parkside Suite Wexham Park Hospital, Nuffield Health Oxford – The Manor Hospital and Spire Thames Valley Hospital. She also works within the NHS as a Consultant Surgeon at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust and Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Ms El Kafsi completed her medical training at the University of Cambridge and University College London, followed by specialist surgical training in Oxford. After becoming a consultant, she undertook further advanced fellowships in upper gastrointestinal and weight-loss surgery at University College London Hospitals and in New Zealand. She was appointed Consultant in Upper Gastro-Intestinal and General Surgery at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust in 2019 and subsequently in Bariatric Surgery at Ashford and St Peter’s in 2020. At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, she established a specialist gastrointestinal physiology service to investigate reflux and swallowing (motility) problems.
She offers expert assessment and treatment for acid reflux, gallstones, achalasia and weight loss. Her surgical practice includes gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy, reflux surgery (such as fundoplication and LINX®), hiatal hernia repair, achalasia surgery and gallbladder surgery. She also performs endoscopy and specialised tests to assess reflux and swallowing problems, including Bravo pH monitoring and oesophageal manometry. She has carried out over 150 weight-loss surgery procedures since completing her specialist training.
Ms El Kafsi has a particular interest in reflux disease and swallowing disorders, and she is committed to offering thorough investigations to ensure the most appropriate treatment for each patient. She is actively involved in research to improve outcomes in upper gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery.
She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, where she contributes to professional committees. She also plays a leading role in national upper gastrointestinal surgical societies and is actively involved in education, regularly teaching, organising national educational meetings, and delivering courses for surgeons across the UK.
Why choose Ms El Kafsi?
• Expertise you can trust – A highly trained Consultant Surgeon with specialist experience in upper gastrointestinal and weight-loss surgery, including reflux and swallowing disorders.
• Patient-centred care – Ms El Kafsi believes in shared decision-making, taking time to listen, explain options clearly, and tailor treatment to each individual.
• Advanced diagnostics and treatment – Access to comprehensive investigations and modern surgical techniques to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.
• Extensive experience – Proven experience in bariatric surgery, reflux surgery, and minimally invasive procedures.
• Clear communication – Fluent in Arabic, English, and French, helping patients feel informed, comfortable, and supported throughout their care.
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General Medical Council
No. 6149140
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd)
No. 6149140
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2006
University of Cambridge
Nieuroscience
Graduated 2005
Fellowship in Upper Gastrointestinal and Weight Loss Surgery, University College London Hospitals & New Zealand
FRCS, General Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons
MBBS, Medicine, University College London
MA (Cantab), University of Cambridge
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The Parkside Suite Wexham Wexham Park Hospital, Slough, United Kingdom, SL2 4HL
Ms Kafsi was friendly, professional, informative and thorough. She was also reassuring and respectful, allowing space for discussion and questions.
Very kind, caring and took the time to explain everything.
Ms El Kafsi highly professional in all respects. I’m feeling very confident post-surgery. She visited me twice shortly after surgery and called me twice over the next couple of days whilst in hospital. The second time was especially helpful as she’d researched my medical records which helped explain symptoms.
Thank you for your feedback about your experience following a hiatal hernia repair. I am glad you found my follow up calls reassuring and helpful, and wish you the best in your journey to recovery.
I can honestly say Ms El Kafsi is one of the kindest, most knowledgeable and helpful doctors that I have ever been treated by. She is open, honest and pragmatic, and I feel completely at ease knowing she is overseeing my care.
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My recent visit with Dr J El Kafsi was excellent. I was feeling very nervous going to this appointment but she spent time with me listening to my worries and concerns re my diagnosis. I feel Dr El Kafsi gave me excellent support and answered all my questions well. I did not feel rushed; she was very kind, friendly, reassuring and encouraging. I feel in safe hands when I go for my surgery. Many thanks to Dr El Kafsi
Glad you felt reassured and at ease by the end of the consultation.
Ms El Kafsi treated me for Achalasia in 2023 and has remained in contact ever since to monitor my symptoms. Not being able to swallow & keep food down is a stressful experience especially when it's been going on for a while. Jihène put me at ease from the very first moment I met her, she explained what was happening to my body in a way that allowed me to adjust my diet and the way I ate which made an immediate difference to my symptoms. She explained the process of confirming my diagnosis, even taking the time to be present during the Manometry test. Life since the Hellers Myotomy surgery, performed by Jihène has been like night & day; there will always be occasional issues, that's just the nature of Achalasia, but 99.9% of my problems are gone and I could never thank her enough for that. Never once did I feel like I was just another patient, Jihène truly cares and I know if my symptoms flare up again, she'll be there to help.
Thank you for your feedback. I hope you remain symptom free for many years to come and I wish you all the best.
Ms El Kafsi was very friendly, very clear and we felt fully informed
Very knowledgeable appointment! Doctor ensure I could understand my health problem and used images and explained everything clearly! Doctor provided me with few options and was very accomodating to my needs and lifestyle. I feel more confident after the appointment and I exactly know the next steps to ensure the positive outcome of my treatment! We need more doctors like this!
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My experience was very positive. The care I received at Wexham Park Hospital was excellent. I was kept informed at all stages as to the procedure. The staff were accommodating and caring. Doctor El Kafsi explained the procedure well, she came to see me quickly when I arrived and called me after surgery to see how I was. The unit I was in was very organised and very clean and my every need was met. The surgery went well and my recovery has been very good. With the advice from Doctor El Kafsi i have been able to take things slowly and adjust my eating accordingly which has really helped with my recovery and my confidence. Doctor El Kafsi has always supported me and answered any questions I had. She is very knowledgable in her field of work. She is caring and was very efficient when putting in place any next steps required, ie further tests, clinic appointments. Those next steps were put in place quickly during my whole journey and she met me regularly for check-ins after each test I had. I was nervous before the procedure and now realise that I didn’t need to be as I was in very good hands and I would recommend Doctor El Kafsi to anybody considering this procedure.
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Jihène is a skilled surgeon and an expert in her field. She works efficiently, communicates well and is a pleasure to work with.
02 Feb 2026DC
Dr Alex Cumberworth
AnaesthetistAn exceptionally talented surgeon, with a gentle bedside manner, who I would highly recommend to my own family.
16 Jan 2026Mr Giles Bond-Smith
General SurgeonMs Elkafsi is a superb engaged and forward thinking UGI specialist. As a colleague within the department she continually drives the service forward, she has brought new techniques and innovations to Frimley health and improved patient care. She is extremely caring towards her patients and I would be happy for her to operate on any member of my family.
17 Dec 2025Miss Alexandra Cope
General SurgeonAn amazing and caring person, surgeon and educator. Very professional and knowledgeable whom undoubtedly provides and excellent patient care
12 Dec 2025Mr Khalid Akbari
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Gallstones - Symptoms and Treatment Advice | Common gallstone symptoms | A range of treatment options are available with Ms El Kafsi
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Ms Jihène El Kafsi's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 18 reviews.
What languages does Ms Jihène El Kafsi speak?
Ms Jihène El Kafsi speaks English, Arabic and French
Where is Ms Jihène El Kafsi located?
Ms Jihène El Kafsi primarily practices at Parkside Suite, Heatherwood Hospital, located at London Road, Ascot, United Kingdom, SL5 8AA
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What are Ms Jihène El Kafsi working hours?
Ms Jihène El Kafsi is working Tuesday (09:00 - 17:00, 09:00 - 17:00, 09:00 - 17:00, 09:00 - 17:00), Wednesday (14:00 - 19:00, 14:00 - 19:00, 14:00 - 19:00, 14:00 - 19:00), Thursday (09:00 - 19:00, 09:00 - 19:00, 09:00 - 19:00, 09:00 - 19:00), Friday (18:00 - 19:00, 18:00 - 19:00, 18:00 - 19:00, 18:00 - 19:00)
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