A surgeon has won an award for inspiring the next generation of medical professionals.

Shafi Ahmed, colorectal cancer lead at Barts Health NHS Trust, which runs Whipps Cross University Hospital in Leytonstone, was nominated by his students for the Silver Scalpel Award 2015.

A team of specialists, including Sir Bruce Keogh, NHS England's National Medical Director, selected Mr Ahmed from six finalists shortlisted for the award.

The award, run by the Association of Surgeons in Training, recognises commitment made by surgical tutors to inspiring future surgeons.

Last year, Mr Ahmed led a group of his students who became the first team in the world to broadcast a live surgical procedure across the internet using Google’s Glass.

Performed at The Royal London Hospital, the operation was watched by 14,000 medical students across 132 countries.