Dr Laurence Maiden
BSc (Hons), MB BS, MD, FRCP
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33 years of experience
Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4UL
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8 connections in healthcare
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by Dr Gaurav Agarwal, Dr Adam Harris and 1 other professional
Live bookings available
33 years of experience
Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4UL
(+3 more)
8 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Gaurav Agarwal, Dr Adam Harris and 1 other professional
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About Dr Laurence Maiden
Dr Laurence Maiden was Chief of Medicine and Emergency Care and is a senior consultant in the Department of Gastroenterology at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. He is one of two accredited consultant colonoscopists for the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program in Tunbridge Wells. He specialises in endoscopy, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, enteroscopy of the small bowel and interventional endoscopy (polyp removal).
Dr Maiden has been a consultant at the Tunbridge Wells Hospital since December 2008, developing pathways for the management of patients requiring specialised feeding as lead for Nutrition. He also oversaw the management of all patients with intestinal failure requiring intravenous, total parenteral nutrition (TPN) or ‘artificial feeding'.
He then took on the lead for endoscopy, overseeing the Joint Advisory Group accreditation of the endoscopy units at both Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone hospitals. This led to his tenure as Lead Physician at Tunbridge Wells Hospital in 2011 before being appointed to Clinical Director for Specialist Medicine and Elderly Care.
He has been Chief of Medicine and Emergency Care since 2018 and oversaw 3 directorates, more than 60 consultants, 150 junior doctors and 300 nurses in the Division.
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4024545
Royal College of Physicians
No. 4024545
Education
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 1993
Qualifications
BSc London 1990
MB BS London 1993
MD London 2008
FRCP Royal College of Physicians of London 2010
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Bupa Fee Assured
- General and Medical
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Saga Health Insurance
- Bupa
- Cigna
- Freedom Health Insurance
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- WPA
- Healix Health Services
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
Fees
New appointment
£240Follow-up appointment
£175
Locations
Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Kingswood Road, Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, TN2 4UL
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Wells Health Fordcombe Hospital
Fordcombe Rd, Fordcombe, United Kingdom, TN3 0RD
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The Wells Suite
Tonbridge Road Pembury, Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, TN2 4QJ
Benenden Hospital
Goddards Green Road Benenden, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Dr Laurence Maiden is professional, clear, and reassuring. He explains procedures, findings, and diagnoses. Patients praise his thorough care, quick appointments, and helpful follow-ups. He demonstrates skill with colonoscopy, endoscopy, and conditions like Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Absolutely brilliant service clearly explained and painless, thank you
Wry nice guy, immediately put me at ease, procedure was carried out out very competently, explaining what was on the screen. Couldn’t fault him
Dr. Maiden was very personable. He explained clearly next steps and listened to me which is so important. I would highly recommend him.
Dr Maiden was very knowledagble and attentive. Explained things clearly. I was very happy with the consultation.
I think Dr Maiden is excellent, very clear and professional
Very professional. On time and information provided was very clear. All questions I asked were answered in detail and relevant information was provided. Cannot fault my experience
Doctor Maiden was excellent. He provided a very clear explanation of the procedure and was very reassuring throughout.
Skill Endorsements
Dr Maiden is a well-known Gastroenetrologist and provides excellent care. Highly-recommended.
16 Jun 2026
Dr Gaurav Agarwal
General (Internal) Medicine SpecialistI have worked with Laurence Maiden for over 20 years. He is an extremely likeable, clever, articulate and hard-working individual. In addition to his experience and knowledge as a consultant gastroenterologist, Laurence has developed particular skills as an endoscopist. He is accreditated to perform screening colonoscopy for the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme and able to remove large or "advanced" colonic polyps (using the latest techniques). Furthermore, he is an expert in small intestine capsule endoscopy having been at the forefront of this technology whilst a Research Fellow at King...
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29 Apr 2021
Dr Adam Harris
GastroenterologistDr Laurence Maiden is a much respected colleague. As well as an expert Gastroenterologist with a charismatic style , he is also currently Chief of Service for Emergency / Specialist Medicine at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospital NHS Trust. I would have no hesitation in referring patients to him as I know they would receive the very best standard of care,
18 Dec 2020
Dr Vinay Kumar Bhatia
Cardiologist
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Dr Laurence Maiden's overall patient rating is 4.93 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 76 reviews.
What languages does Dr Laurence Maiden speak?
Dr Laurence Maiden speaks English
Where is Dr Laurence Maiden located?
Dr Laurence Maiden primarily practices at Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital, located at Kingswood Road, Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, TN2 4UL
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Dr Laurence Maiden is working Tuesday (08:30 - 13:00), Thursday (14:00 - 18:00)
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