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Dr Maxton Pitcher

MA (Cantab), BM BCh (Oxon), MD (Cantab), FRCP

Gastroenterologist

37 years of experience

Harrow, HA1 3RX

(+1 more)

23 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Alistair Angus Peyre Slesser, Mr Kalpesh Patel and 5 other professionals

4.93

/5

(171 reviews)

37 years of experience

Harrow, HA1 3RX

(+1 more)

23 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Alistair Angus Peyre Slesser, Mr Kalpesh Patel and 5 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Colonoscopy
58
3
Endoscopy (OGD)
41
4
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
36

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About Dr Maxton Pitcher

Max was awarded his BA degree in Medical Sciences, University of Cambridge in 1985, and qualified as a Doctor with a BM BCh degree in 1988 from University of Oxford. His MD Thesis was commended in 1996 by the University of Cambridge. He was Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at St Marks and Northwick Hospitals, Harrow 1998-2024 and holds an NHS long service award. He was elected as Chairman of Medicine at St Marks by his peers in 2007.

Max is a highly-experienced Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist sees general Gastroenterology and Hepatology referrals at The Clementine Churchill Hospital in Harrow and Welbeck in London. Patients diagnosed with cancer are managed in collaboration with specialist tertiary-referral MDT colleagues in London. Max is available for face-to-face consultations and welcomes referrals for a second opinion in difficult cases. Telephone and video consultations are also available and can be booked via his PAs, Melinda and Lucy. A bespoke service is available upon request.

Max is a member of the British Society of Gastroenterology, Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London and Director of Harrow Gastro Ltd. Max is Gastroenterology lead for HBSUK Ltd and a member of Welbeck Health Partners. He was Chairman of the Medical Advisory Committee at The Clementine Churchill Hospital between 2010-2015.

Maxton is an accomplished classical violinist and Concertmaster of the European Doctors Orchestra. He has featured on the Sky News Kay Burley Show and his musical videos of live performance to patients during the COVID-19 pandemic have been seen  all over the world. He is also a keen golfer, SCUBA diver and occasional horse rider.


Subspecialties

  • Hepatology
  • Pancreaticobiliary Medicine (Bile Ducts & Pancreas)
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) such as ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(259)
Skill Endorsements
(38)

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Colonoscopy
58
3
Endoscopy (OGD)
41
4
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
36
Crohn's Disease
19
Gastroenterology
15
Bloating
12
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
11
Blood in Stool / Rectal Bleeding (Haematochezia)
9
Gastroscopy
5
4
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
7
2
Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
8
Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
6
2
Iron Deficiency Anaemia
3
1
Video Consultation
1
2
Pelvic Pain
3
ERCP Procedure
3
Coeliac Disease
3
Gallstones
2
1
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
3
Diarrhoea
2
1
Jaundice
3
Colorectal Cancer
3
Bowel Cancer Screening
3
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
1
1
Sigmoidoscopy
2
Constipation
2
Oesophageal Stent Insertion
2
Pancreatitis
2
Functional Bowel Disease
1
1
Achalasia
2
Autoimmune Diseases
2
Pyloric Stenosis
2
Gastritis
2
Swollen Stomach
1
Hiatus Hernia
1
Ankylosing Spondylitis
1
Psoriasis
1
Oesophagitis
1
Haemochromatosis
1
Diverticulitis
1
Cirrhosis
1
Liver Disease
1
Autoimmune Hepatitis
1
Anal Fistula
1
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
1
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
1
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
1
Oedema
1
Liver Scan
1
Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Microscopic Colitis
Gut Health
Gallbladder Polyp
Alcohol Related Liver Problems
Alcohol-Related Liver Disease
Anal Fissure
Functional Gut
Gallbladder Disease
Gluten Intolerance
Helicobacter Pylori Infection
Polycystic Liver Disease
Reflux and Colic
Weight Loss
Swallowing Problems
Stomach (Gastric) Cancer
Pancreatic Disorders
Nausea and Vomiting
Diverticular Disease
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
LPR Reflux
Primary Billiary Cholangitis (PBC)
Oesophageal Cancer
Oesophageal Spasm
Fatty Liver Disease
Liver Screening (Risk Stratification)
Pyloric Dilatation
Medical Nutrition
Lactulose Hydrogen Breath Test
Gallbladder Disease (Medical Management)
Barrett's Oesophagus
Eosinophilic Oesophagitis
Cholestasis
Colon Cancer Screening
Food Intolerance
Helicobacter Pylori Breath Test
Colon Polyps
Liver Function Tests
Stool Testing
FibroScan
Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
Liver Biopsy
Bile Duct Diseases
Gallstones (Medical Management)
Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers
Faecal Incontinence

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3284212

Royal College of Physicians

No. 046379


Education

University of Cambridge

Medical Sciences

Graduated 1985

University of Oxford

Medicine

Graduated 1988


Qualifications

  • St Catharine's College, University of Cambridge: MA, MD
  • Magdalen College, University of Oxford: BM BCh
  • Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London: FRCP
  • British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG)
  • Gastroenterology lead, HBS UK Ltd

Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • The PHC
  • National Friendly
  • General and Medical
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • The Exeter
  • Bupa
  • Cigna
  • Aetna
  • Benenden Health
  • Bupa Global
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • WPA
  • Healix Health Services
  • AXA Health
  • Vitality
  • Aviva Health

Fees

  • New appointment

    £275
  • Follow-up appointment

    £210
*May vary on location

Locations

The Clementine Churchill Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

The Clementine Churchill Hospital, Sudbury Hill, Harrow, United Kingdom, HA1 3RX

4.81(2,316 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
08:00 - 12:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 19:00
Thursday
Friday
11:30 - 17:30
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
08:00 - 12:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 19:00
Thursday
Friday
11:30 - 17:30
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Welbeck

1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR

4.90(1,436 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
17:15 - 19:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
10:00 - 16:30
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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Video consultation

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
09:00 - 10:00
Thursday
Friday
09:00 - 10:00
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Colonoscopy
58
3
Endoscopy (OGD)
41
4
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
36

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr. Maxton Pitcher is friendly, caring, and reassuring, consistently putting patients at ease. He gives clear explanations for conditions and treatments, showcasing exceptional knowledge and a thorough approach. Patients often highlight his highly skilled care and professional conduct during procedures. His expertise is frequently sought for colonoscopy, endoscopy, and conditions such as ulcerative colitis.

5
verified patient
10 Jul 2026

I have to say that Dr Maxton is the best doctor I had in my life. He is so gentle like a father figure, he is very good at easing your mind by explaining everything and making sure you are well taken care of. Also all the staff at the Clementine hospital were very nice and they all took very good care of me while having my colonoscopy. Very happy with everything!

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
07 Jul 2026

Amazing from start to finish. From Consultancy to examination I felt confident throughout . Thoroughly polite and put me at ease right away. Tied in with exceptional knowledge and constant care and in depth communication I can’t rate dr pitcher highly enough . A*++++

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
17 Jun 2026

Dr Pitcher is a very experienced and caring Dr in o

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
17 Jun 2026

All good, very efficient and experienced

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
11 Jun 2026

Dr Pitcher had good empathy, good communication skills and engendered confidence. My visit left me feeling reassured and cared for.

5
verified patient
05 Jun 2026

So caring, empathetic and listened to all of my concerns. Dr Pitcher is incredibly knowledgable and I couldn’t recommend more

5
verified patient
28 May 2026

What a lovely man, hes just like your dad. Friendly kind and calm. He instals so much confidence in you. And explains everything He has a wonderful bedside manner that seems to be lacking in so many these days. Proper old school lovely chap

Reply from Maxton Pitcher
04 Jun 2026
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Thank you very much for your review and comments. I'm delighted that you have had a good experience and to have been of service.

5
verified patient
27 May 2026

Been seeing Max for many years he is the best !

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
27 May 2026

Extremely professional thoughtful and kind. Have clear explanations of my condition, symptoms and treatment.

5
verified patient
12 May 2026

Empathetic and excellent communicator that is highly skilled and highly experienced at what he does. Makes the patient feel secure.

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Skill Endorsements

Dr Maxton Pitcher is an expert gastroenterologist and a trusted colleague whom I hold in high regard. I have known Dr Pitcher for a longtime. I had the pleasure of working with him at St Mark’s where I was able to see what a skilled endoscopist he is. I also value his opinion immensely on all gastroenterology matters. I regularly refer patients to him. I would not hesitate to recommend him to both patients and friends who require an expert gastroenterology opinion.

31 Oct 2022
Endorsed for
Gastroenterology
Endoscopy (OGD)
Stomach / Abdominal Pain

Mr Alistair Angus Peyre Slesser

Mr Alistair Angus Peyre Slesser

General Surgeon
I have referred patients to them

Thoroughly recommend Dr Max Pitcher for Gastroenterology problems particularly Acid Reflux. Patients have reported excellent level of care and attention and is able to see patients quickly.

14 Nov 2020
Endorsed for
Gastroenterology
Gastroscopy

Mr Kalpesh Patel

Mr Kalpesh Patel

ENT Surgeon
I have referred patients to them

It is my pleasure to recommend Dr Pitcher. He is an exceptional gastroenterologist and highly skilled endoscopist

14 Nov 2020
Endorsed for
Gastroenterology
Endoscopy (OGD)
Colonoscopy

Mr Stuart Gould

Mr Stuart Gould

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

An excellent knowledgeable experienced doctor with excellent endoscopic skills. He is very bright and compassionate with a good bedside manner and a first rate sense of humor. He is very caring and always puts the patient first

14 Nov 2020
Endorsed for
Gastroenterology
ERCP Procedure
Jaundice

Dr Michael Mendall

Dr Michael Mendall

Gastroenterologist
Is a colleague
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Most recent videos

Explore videos from Dr Maxton Pitcher explaining process of procedures and other important things you should know before choosing your provider.

Dr Maxton Pitcher: Digestive Health | The Clementine Churchill Hospital

Dr Maxton Pitcher: Digestive Health | The Clementine Churchill Hospital

In this video Dr Maxton Pitcher discusses his work as a Consultant Gastroenterologist, and the treatment options available at The Clementine Churchill Hospital.

01 May 2025

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FAQ

What are Dr Maxton Pitcher's reviews like?

Dr Maxton Pitcher's overall patient rating is 4.93 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 171 reviews.

What languages does Dr Maxton Pitcher speak?

Dr Maxton Pitcher speaks English

Where is Dr Maxton Pitcher located?

Dr Maxton Pitcher primarily practices at The Clementine Churchill Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at The Clementine Churchill Hospital, Sudbury Hill, Harrow, United Kingdom, HA1 3RX
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What are Dr Maxton Pitcher working hours?

Dr Maxton Pitcher is working Tuesday (08:00 - 12:00, 17:15 - 19:00), Wednesday (10:00 - 19:00, 09:00 - 10:00), Friday (11:30 - 17:30, 09:00 - 10:00, 10:00 - 16:30)

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