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DIGESTIVE HEALTH
Centres of excellence for digestive health
- Equipped to treat the full range of digestive and gastrointestinal conditions
- From routine tests to complex cancer treatment
- Using the latest diagnostic and endoscopic technologies
DIGESTIVE HEALTH HUB
The experts in digestive health you need
Our skilled team of private consultant gastroenterologists, surgeons, radiologists and pathologists has been helping patients with their digestive health for over 20 years. We offer the rapid diagnosis, specialist treatment and ongoing care you need, calling on medical specialties across our extensive network to offer you personalised care pathways, no matter how complex your condition may be. Our private hospitals in London, Birmingham and Manchester have dedicated gastroenterology (GI) units, and our facility at The Wellington Hospital is one the largest in the country.
300+expert consultants
20digestive health locations
12k+endoscopic gastrointestinal tract procedures every year
Next-day appointments
See a consultant in as little as 24 hours
Fast access to test and scan results
Results within just 48 hours
A powerfully complete service
Reinforced by endoscopy, radiology, phlebotomy, histology, dietetics, pharmacology and nutrition
digestive health services
Explore our expert approach
Poor gut health can take over your day to day and be extremely life-limiting, and even life-threatening. Our skilled, consultant-led teams understand and we’re here to help, bringing decades of specialist GI experience to support you. From initial explorations through to complex treatment for advanced or ongoing conditions, you’ll receive the gold standard in private digestive health care, tailored to you.
Tests and scans
If you have a digestive health issue, you can access common and advanced tests and scans carried out by our expert team, helping to provide a fast, accurate diagnosis.
Treatment and care
Our leading digestive health specialists are here to help alleviate or eliminate digestive health symptoms that impact your life with a range of treatments spanning lifestyle, medication and advanced surgery. Get in touch.
Conditions we treat
If you’re experiencing gut problems, our expert team of private gastroenterology specialists can help diagnose and treat your condition and get you on a pathway back to optimum health. Get in touch to see how we can help.
Support services
Get access to highly personalised treatment and care for your digestive health that spans a range of specialist gastroenterology approaches, including dietary and emotional support.
Our locations
The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road SW1W 8RH London
London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street SE1 2PR London
The Wilmslow Hospital
52-54 Alderley Road Wilmslow SK9 1NY Cheshire
Accessing private health care
Self-pay
You don’t need health insurance to be seen quickly. If you’re looking for a diagnosis or treatment and don’t want to wait, all our private healthcare services – from private GP appointments through to surgery and aftercare – can be paid for as and when you need them.
And to give you peace of mind from the start, we’ll offer you a clear and transparent quote outlining exactly what’s included in your self-pay package.
Seeing a specialist is easy
If you’re experiencing persistent digestive symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, or changes in bowel habit, the first thing we recommend is visiting your GP.
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Initial consultation
They’ll conduct a thorough medical history review and perform a physical examination. They may also request basic diagnostic tests such as blood and stool tests. If your symptoms are unexplained, severe, or persistent, your GP can refer you to one of our private gastroenterologists or surgeons.
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Tests and scans
They’re likely to conduct more advanced investigations such as a colonoscopy or imaging studies to get an accurate diagnosis.
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Treatment
Your GI specialist will then develop a tailored treatment plan which may involve medication, dietary changes or surgery depending on your condition.
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Follow up and ongoing care
You don’t always need a referral to see a specialist - you can book an appointment directly. However, if you're using health insurance, most insurers will ask for a referral letter from an NHS or private GP before authorising treatment.
You can book a GP appointment with HCA UK here. If you're unsure whether you need a referral, feel free to get in touch. Our team can advise you and will be happy to help.
Digestive Health FAQs
The costs will vary, depending on your condition and the range of diagnostic tests and scans you may need. We know that financial clarity is important, so just get in touch with our team and we’ll be happy to help.
You can access personalised treatment including long-term medical management and comprehensive care and support for Lower Gastrointestinal (GI), Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) conditions across our network of hospitals and outpatient centres. Our team of GI specialists is here to help.
Our digestive health specialists treat a wide range of conditions, including:
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
- Coeliac disease
- Gallstones
- Liver disease, such as hepatitis and fatty liver
- Pancreatitis
- Bowel cancer
Digestive health problems can often be difficult to live with, and some conditions can be life-threatening. We’re here to help you understand the cause and alleviate or eliminate your symptoms so you can get back to living your life.
You should consider booking a private gastroenterology appointment if you experience any of the following symptoms:
- Bloating
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Dyspepsia
- Dysphagia
- Faecal incontinence
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Nausea and vomiting
- Rectal bleeding
- Regurgitation
- Weight loss
- Abdominal pain
Yes, in many cases, symptoms can be improved or managed through dietary changes, stress management and exercise. Our team of gut health specialists includes dietitians who can offer personalised nutritional advice.
You don’t always need a referral to see a private GI specialist; you can book a private gastroenterology appointment directly if you’d like a faster diagnosis or peace of mind without the wait.
However, if you're using health insurance, most insurers will ask for a referral letter from either an NHS or private GP before authorising treatment.
If you're unsure whether you need a referral, feel free to get in touch. Our team can advise you and will be happy to help.
We’re pleased that we can offer flexible appointment times, including next-day availability, at many of our locations and booking an appointment is simple.
You can contact us directly by phone or book an appointment online with a consultant of your choice. Our can team will help match you with a suitable consultant based on your symptoms and preferences.
If you're using health insurance, you’ll need a referral letter from your GP before we can confirm your appointment. If you’re self-funding, you can usually book directly without a referral.
Yes. If you’re unsure about a diagnosis you’ve received for a gastrointestinal condition, our experienced consultants are here to help investigate it, using state-of-the-art scanning technologies, tests and other diagnostic techniques. Book in for an initial consultation where you can talk about your symptoms and concerns.
Yes. Minimally invasive laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery is widely available and for certain procedures, we use the da Vinci robotic surgical system, which allows our surgeons to operate with enhanced precision. During your consultation, your consultant will discuss the best treatment options for your condition and explain the pros and cons of each so you can make an informed decision.
Yes, we do. You child can be seen, diagnosed and treated by a skilled, dedicated team of specialists in our paediatric gastroenterology department.
Our patient's stories
Georgia's story
At just 20 years old, Georgia was about to fulfil her dream of opening her own beauty salon when persistent symptoms led to an unexpected diagnosis of bowel cancer.
John’s bowel cancer experience
34-year-old John had always been very active. In his professional life he had been a soldier and a firefighter, and in his spare time he was running marathons and completing triathlons. So, when he was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2008 it came as quite a shock.
Johanna's story
Johanna was diagnosed with advanced bowel cancer back in 2016. Five years on from receiving revolutionary cancer surgery at The Christie Private Care, part of HCA Healthcare UK, she is cancer free and feeling better than ever. Here she reflects on her treatment at the hospital and the expert care that helped her get to where she is today.
“When I met Mr Windsor, he gave me the confidence he could do the job… So I felt completely comfortable going into the surgery – I knew I was in safe hands.”
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