MA MB BChir PHD RCPathME FRCP
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27 years of experience
Essex, IG9 5HX
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57 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Stuart Graham, Ms Vardhini Vijay and 29 other professionals
Live bookings available
27 years of experience
Essex, IG9 5HX
(+4 more)
57 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Stuart Graham, Ms Vardhini Vijay and 29 other professionals
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Thank you for considering me to assist with your medical care. My aim is to ensure you receive excellent care, with kindness, expertise and great communication. This is backed up by my full time private office, regular clinics and easy access to all you might need.
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Dr. Alan Watson is a highly respected senior Consultant Gastroenterologist, specialising in the diagnosis and management of diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract and liver. He has advanced skills in endoscopy and colonoscopy and is an accredited bowel cancer screening expert.
He has practiced as a Consultant at Barts Health for 15 years and has deveopled a thriving private practice for over a decade, offering expert care to a wide range of patients.
Dr. Watson graduated with distinction from Cambridge University and completed his training in leading teaching hospitals in the UK, Europe and the USA.
With extensive experience in performing advanced endoscopic examinations, Dr. Watson ensures minimal discomfort for patients, using techniques to resolve issues that once required surgery. His expertise in gastroscopy and colonoscopy allows him to provide highly effective, non-invasive treatments that improve patient outcomes. Dr Watson is a specialist in endoscopy and colonoscopy, with specialist accreditation as part of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.
His commitment to medical excellence extends beyond clinical practice—he also contributed to groundbreaking research during his PhD Fellowship at Cancer Research UK, publishing in prestigious medical journals such as *Nature Medicine* and *Nature*. He continues to be active in research, teaching and clinical audit.
On a more personal note, Dr. Watson's passion for challenge and perseverance shines through in his remarkable achievements. At Cambridge University, he competed in and won the prestigious Boat Race. He has also raised significant funds for charity by rowing across the Atlantic Ocean and ultra-marathon running. His dedication to others, both in and out of the medical field, reflects his genuine commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of those around him.
Dr. Watson’s combination of professional expertise, compassionate care, and personal determination makes him a truly exceptional doctor who always goes the extra mile for his patients.
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General Medical Council
No. 4583761
The Royal College of Pathologists
No. 4583761
Royal College of Physicians
No. 4583761
University of Cambridge
Neurophysiology
Graduated 1996
University of Cambridge
Medicine
Graduated 1998
University College London, University of London
Cancer stem cell biology
Graduated 2009
MB BChir 1998 University of Cambridge with distintion.
Doctorate in Philosophy (PhD) Universty College, London
Specialist Registration in Gastroenterology & Generlal (internal) medicine.
Elected Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians
Elected Member of the Royal College of Pathologists
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£325Follow-up appointment
£225High Road Buckhurst Hill, Essex, United Kingdom, IG9 5HX
High Wych Road, Sawbridgeworth, United Kingdom, CM21 0HH
Essex Healthcare Park, West Hanningfield Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom, CM2 8FR
Whipps Cross Road Leytonstone, London, United Kingdom, E11 1NR
23 Widegate St, London, United Kingdom, E1 7HP
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Dr Alan Watson consistently demonstrates a professional, clear, and reassuring approach with patients. He explains procedures and results well, making patients feel comfortable and well looked after from initial consultation to follow-up. Patients commend Dr Watson for being knowledgeable and caring, as he consistently listens and conducts thorough investigations for health concerns. His expertise is consistently highlighted for gastrointestinal procedures, including colonoscopies and endoscopies.
Easy to communicate with Dr Watson and his friendly manner makes for a relaxed consultation.
Dr Alan is always attentive and takes the time to really listen. He is very professional, kind, and genuinely caring. I always feel heard and well looked after.
Dr Watson was very patient. He explained the condition with all the details. He briefed as to what to look out for. Very pleased with my consultation
I have seen Dr Watson a few times now in clinic and also in theatre and I would 100% recommend him. As a very nervous patient he makes me feel at ease he is very calm and also very thorough. A very good doctor and a lovely gentleman.
Dr Watson immediately puts your mind at rest. He speaks in layman's terms.
Dr Watson has a calming and understanding way of explaining to you procedures and results. Everytime I have visited Dr Alan Watson I walked away total reassured and happy. He is a rare find in Doctors and would highly recommend him.
Absolutely amazing doctor who is emphatic,kind and has a great sense of humour. He made me feel relaxed and gave a 100 percent service.
Dr Watson was extremely welcoming and made me feel at ease from the moment I met him. He took the time to ask all the relevant questions, listened carefully to my concerns, and arranged all the necessary tests. His thorough and caring approach gave me great reassurance and made me feel genuinely looked after. I’m very grateful for his professionalism and would highly recommend him to anyone.
Dr Watson listened to what I had to say m, I didn’t feel rushed and was vey thorough in his diagnosis
I have had a couple of consultations and Gastroscopy with Dr Watson for investigation and treatment of EoE, and everything has been great so far. The consultations have been very clear, and the Gastroscopy was handled very well by the Dr and team, with very little symptoms post procedure. I have follow up Gastroscopy and consultations planned for ongoing treatment and I’m very confident I am in the best place for this condition to hopefully progress to a postitive outcome.
A great Gastroenterologist - Who I would direct my family to see if they had a gut issue
03 Aug 2026
Mr Stuart Graham
UrologistSkilled endoscopist
20 Jul 2026
Ms Vardhini Vijay
General Surgeon
Dr Sudeep Tanwar
GastroenterologistDr Watson is an exceptional gastroenterologist and endoscopist.
17 Apr 2026MR
Mr Nirooshun Rajendran
General Surgeon
What are Dr Alan Watson's reviews like?
Dr Alan Watson's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 315 reviews.
What languages does Dr Alan Watson speak?
Dr Alan Watson speaks English
Where is Dr Alan Watson located?
Dr Alan Watson primarily practices at Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital, located at High Road Buckhurst Hill, Essex, United Kingdom, IG9 5HX
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What are Dr Alan Watson working hours?
Dr Alan Watson is working Monday (13:00 - 16:30), Tuesday (15:00 - 19:30), Wednesday (13:00 - 15:30), Thursday (08:30 - 12:30, 08:30 - 12:00), Friday (09:45 - 12:30)
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