Consultant Radiologist
Dr Sanjin Idriz
MA · MBBS · FRCR
15+yrs
in clinical practice
Cambridge
University trained
MDT Lead
head, neck & thyroid
About Dr Idriz
Dr Sanjin Idriz is a consultant radiologist at the Royal Surrey County Hospital in Guildford, where he serves as Lead for Head, Neck and Thyroid Imaging. He read Natural Sciences at Churchill College, University of Cambridge, graduating with an MA, before completing his medical degree (MBBS) at the Royal Free and University College London Medical School. He has been registered with the GMC since 2007 (GMC: 6164280).
He completed his radiology training at Southampton University Hospital and St George's Hospital London, followed by a Body Imaging Fellowship at St George's. He is highly experienced in CT, MRI and ultrasound across a wide range of clinical contexts, with particular subspecialty expertise in head and neck imaging, oncological imaging of the urinary tract and bowel, and cross-sectional oncology.
He leads the regional multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings for head and neck, thyroid and parathyroid conditions at Royal Surrey County Hospital - clinical forums where complex cases are reviewed by specialists to determine the best course of treatment. He is experienced in image-guided procedures including prostate MRI-targeted biopsy and drainage procedures of the head and neck.
A committed educator, he trains radiology registrars within the Kent, Surrey and Sussex deanery and delivers teaching to medical and ENT junior staff. His published research includes work on prostate biopsy procedures, mesenteric panniculitis, paediatric skull CT anatomy and inflammatory bowel disease imaging.
At a Glance
- Medical degree: Churchill College Cambridge (MA) & Royal Free UCL (MBBS)
- NHS base: Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford
- Radiology training: Southampton University Hospital & St George's Hospital London (Body Imaging Fellowship)
- GMC number: 6164280
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Dr Idriz has hands-on clinical experience reporting all of the following scan types, with particular depth in head and neck, uroradiology and oncological imaging.
MRI
Head and neck MRI, multiparametric prostate MRI (mpMRI), abdominal and pelvic MRI. Specialist in MRI-based staging and characterisation for head and neck malignancies and urological cancers including prostate cancer.
CT
CT of the neck, chest, abdomen and pelvis with subspecialty expertise in oncological staging for head and neck, urological and bowel malignancies. Experienced in CT urography and cross-sectional oncology assessment.
Ultrasound
Head and neck ultrasound including thyroid, parathyroid and cervical lymph node assessment. Experienced in ultrasound-guided interventional procedures including fine needle aspiration (FNA) and drainage procedures.
X-Ray
Chest, abdominal and general plain-film radiography. Used across a wide range of clinical presentations and as part of the broader oncological and general imaging workload.
Image-Guided Procedures
MRI-guided prostate biopsy and image-guided drainage procedures of the head and neck. Experienced in both diagnostic and therapeutic image-guided interventions across CT, MRI and ultrasound platforms.
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Clinical Expertise
Dr Idriz has developed focused subspecialty expertise across head and neck radiology, uroradiology and oncological imaging, underpinned by a Cambridge education and specialist body imaging fellowship training at St George's Hospital London.
Head & Neck Imaging
Lead radiologist for the regional head and neck, thyroid and parathyroid MDTs at Royal Surrey County Hospital. Specialist in CT and MRI staging of head and neck malignancies - including laryngeal, pharyngeal, oral cavity and salivary gland cancers - and assessment of cervical lymphadenopathy and thyroid nodules.
Uroradiology & Prostate MRI
Subspecialty expertise in uroradiology including multiparametric prostate MRI (mpMRI) for prostate cancer detection and staging. Experienced in CT urography for haematuria investigation and MRI-guided prostate biopsy procedures, contributing to more accurate diagnosis and reduced overtreatment of prostate disease.
Thyroid & Parathyroid Imaging
Specialist in ultrasound and cross-sectional imaging of the thyroid and parathyroid glands. Leads the regional thyroid and parathyroid MDT, providing specialist radiological input for the assessment and management of thyroid nodules, thyroid malignancy and parathyroid disease.
Oncological & Cross-Sectional Imaging
Broad experience in oncological cross-sectional imaging across CT and MRI, including staging and treatment response assessment for urological tract and bowel malignancies. Trained via a body imaging fellowship at St George's Hospital London, one of the capital's major oncological imaging centres.
Gastrointestinal & Inflammatory Bowel Imaging
Experienced in cross-sectional imaging of the bowel including MRI enterography and CT for inflammatory bowel disease, mesenteric panniculitis and bowel malignancy staging. Research contributions in the imaging of bowel and abdominal pathology.
Second Opinions on Head, Neck & Urological Imaging
As Head, Neck and Thyroid Lead at Royal Surrey County Hospital, Dr Idriz is well placed to review complex or uncertain head and neck and urological imaging findings, providing specialist second opinions for patients seeking greater clarity on scan results in these subspecialty areas.
Training & Qualifications
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Undergraduate
MA Natural Sciences - Churchill College, University of Cambridge
Read Natural Sciences at Churchill College, one of Cambridge's leading science colleges, graduating with an MA - a foundation that reflects a rigorous scientific and analytical approach to medicine.
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Medical Degree
MBBS - Royal Free & University College London Medical School
Completed clinical medical training at the Royal Free and UCL Medical School, one of London's major academic medical centres.
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Radiology Training
Radiology Registrar - Southampton & St George's Hospital London
Completed radiology specialist training at Southampton University Hospital and St George's Hospital London, followed by a dedicated Body Imaging Fellowship at St George's.
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Postgraduate
FRCR - Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists
Awarded the Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists on completion of specialist training.
Career Highlights
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Ongoing
Consultant Radiologist - Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford
Consultant radiologist at Royal Surrey County Hospital and St Luke's Cancer Centre, providing specialist imaging expertise across head and neck, uroradiology and oncological imaging.
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Ongoing
Head, Neck & Thyroid Imaging Lead - Royal Surrey
Leads the regional head and neck, thyroid and parathyroid MDT meetings at Royal Surrey County Hospital, providing specialist radiological expertise for the staging and management of cancers and other complex conditions in these regions.
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Ongoing
Clinical Supervisor - KSS Deanery Radiology Training
Trains radiology registrars in the Kent, Surrey and Sussex deanery and delivers teaching to medical and ENT junior staff, reflecting a longstanding commitment to medical education and the training of future radiologists.
Research & Publications
Dr Idriz has published research in peer-reviewed radiology journals covering a range of topics including prostate biopsy procedures and bleeding complication management, mesenteric panniculitis, paediatric skull CT anatomy, and imaging of inflammatory bowel disease. He has also contributed to teaching at regional and national level within the Kent, Surrey and Sussex deanery.
Professional Memberships
Royal College of Radiologists (RCR)
FRCR - Fellow
University of Cambridge
MA Natural Sciences - Churchill College
General Medical Council (GMC)
Registered & Specialist Register · GMC: 6164280
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