Dr Edward Seward
BSc MBChB MD FRCP
30 years of experience
London, NW8 9LE
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13 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Danilo Miskovic, Professor Howard Branley and 3 other professionals
30 years of experience
London, NW8 9LE
(+3 more)
13 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Danilo Miskovic, Professor Howard Branley and 3 other professionals
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About Dr Edward Seward
Dr Edward Seward is a gastroenterologist who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of precancer and early cancer of the bowel. He has particular expertise in colonoscopy and performs over a thousand operations every year.
His areas of expertise are as follows:
- Gastroscopy Colonoscopy Polyp Removal
- IBS
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Endoscopy
- Functional Bowel Disease
- Early Diagnosis of Bowel Cancer
- Polypectomy
He is the Director of Endoscopy at University College London Hospital, the UK's leading endoscopy hospital, and he delivers endoscopy lectures both nationally and internationally. He also teaches colonoscopy techniques and polyp detection, characterisation, and removal. His outpatient clinics specialise in the treatment of IBD, colon polyps, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Dr Seward is an associate professor at UCL and has published substantially on the application of artificial intelligence in the colon as well as non-invasive detection of bowel cancer. He is part of a research group that is investigating the use of colon capsules (a tiny camera pill that can identify bowel conditions non-invasively), and he has appeared on national television to speak on the subject.
Dr Seward is well-liked by his patients due to his approachable nature, thorough explanations, and technical expertise.
Subspecialties
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) such as ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4229508
Education
University of Edinburgh
Medicine
Graduated 1995
Qualifications
Education:
- MB ChB 1995 University of Edinburgh
- BSc
- FRCP
- MD
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Aetna
- Saga Health Insurance
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Freedom Health Insurance
- Aviva Health
- The Exeter
- The PHC
- General and Medical
- Vitality
- WPA
- Benenden Health
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- Bupa
- AXA Health
- Bupa Fee Assured
Fees
New appointment
£325Follow-up appointment
£250
Locations
HCA Healthcare UK The Wellington Hospital
8A Wellington Place, St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 9LE
HCA Healthcare UK The Wellington Hospital Outpatients
15-17 Lodge Road, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
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Devonshire Diagnostic Centre
16 Devonshire St, Marylebone, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7AF
The Physicians' Clinic London
13-14 Devonshire Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7AE
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AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Dr Edward Seward consistently receives praise for his professional, friendly, clear, and reassuring interactions with patients. He provides thorough explanations for procedures like colonoscopies and gastroscopies, ensuring patients feel at ease, confident, and understand everything from preparation to results. The patient feedback consistently highlights excellent care for abdominal issues and digestive system investigations.
Dr Seward provided excellent care. He explained everything thoroughly and performed a challenging colonoscopy with great skill. He skilfully managed my medication to minimise any discomfort. He explained his findings very clearly and gave me a printout. He sent me the results very quickly. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to friends and family.
Dr Seward and the team were very professional, reassuring and clear throughout the process. The appointment was well organised, and everything was explained in a calm and helpful way. I felt well looked after and would be happy to recommend Dr Seward to others.
Although I perhaps created a bit of a challenge by not having any sedation, the procedure went smoothly and was provided with helpful and reassuring explanations and dialogue.
Given that the procedure is not something you look forward to, Ed makes the whole experience almost a pleasure! He has a fantastic, relaxed manner, explains everything very carefully, gives you confidence in his expertise and is generally outstanding! I couldn't be more positive.
Ed, Dr Seward was really friendly yet professional. He made me feel at ease even though I was nervous as it was my first colonoscopy. I was quite awake during the procedure, he explained what was going on carefully and in details. It was easy to understand.
Dr Seward took the time to understand my concerns, had a wonderful bedside manner and gave me clear and practical advice.
Dr Seward throughout was friendly, informative and professional. (As always the worst bit is before you arrive at the Unit.). Dr Seward chats away through and is extremely interesting.. the procedure itself was performed with almost no discomfort. I would totally and absolutely recommend him.
Dr Seward was very professional and provided me the confidence I was in great hands before, during and after the procedure
Skill Endorsements
Excellent endoscopist and specialist in colonoscopies removal of polyps
09 Oct 2025
Mr Danilo Miskovic
General SurgeonDr Seward is an excellent gastroenterologist. Our mutual patients speak very highly of him and he is an excellent opinion and outstanding clinician.
23 Feb 2025
Professor Howard Branley
Respiratory DoctorEmpathic and knowledgeable expert in gastroenterological diseases with excellent skills in procedures in endoscopy and a constant interest in new evidence based solutions and techniques. A gastroenterologist I would recommend to my own family.
07 Oct 2024
Miss Tamzin Cuming
General SurgeonEdward is an outstanding gastroenterologist. He is an excellent clinician with advanced endoscopic skills. He has managed several of my patients conditions with great care, knowledge and compassion. I have no hesitation in recommending him to future patients and would always call on him for any endoscopic procedures required including, colonoscopy, gastroscopy and the removal of polyps.
25 Jan 2023
Mr Charles Evans
General SurgeonFAQ
What are Dr Edward Seward's reviews like?
Dr Edward Seward's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 336 reviews.
What languages does Dr Edward Seward speak?
Dr Edward Seward speaks English
Where is Dr Edward Seward located?
Dr Edward Seward primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK The Wellington Hospital, located at 8A Wellington Place, St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 9LE
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What are Dr Edward Seward working hours?
Dr Edward Seward is working Monday (17:30 - 20:00), Thursday (17:00 - 20:00)
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