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Dr Phillip Mayhead

MBBS MRCP MSc

Gastroenterologist

Live bookings available

29 years of experience

Cranbrook, TN17 4AX

(+4 more)

10 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Vimalendran Ratheesh, Mr Ahmed Hamouda

4.96

/5

(200 reviews)

Live bookings available

29 years of experience

Cranbrook, TN17 4AX

(+4 more)

10 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Vimalendran Ratheesh, Mr Ahmed Hamouda

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Gastroscopy
81
Colonoscopy
64
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
47

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About Dr Phillip Mayhead

Dr Phillip Mayhead is a Consultant Gastroenterologist with over 15 years of experience in the field. He completed his medical school training at King's College London and spent two years working in rural New South Wales, Australia, before returning to the UK to complete his higher medical training in General Medicine and Gastroenterology. He has been an accredited Bowel Cancer Screener (BCSP) for the past 9 years and is an examiner for the national BCS programme. 

He has a friendly and proactive approach to the management of GI and liver related conditions, and is dedicated to spending time with patients to provide a clear explanation and management plan that offers peace of mind.

Dr Mayhead's areas of specialty include diagnostics of GI dysfunction, inflammatory bowel disease, functional GI disorders such as IBS, advanced endoscopy (diagnostic and therapeutic), upper and lower GI dysfunction, small bowel disorders and capsule endoscopy, and the assessment and management of liver disorders. 

He has completed a Master's Degree in Human Nutrition through Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia, and is interested in the treatment of pancreatic disorders and both upper and lower gastrointestinal symptom management. 

Dr Mayhead is a member of the British Society of Gastroenterology and the British Medical Association.


Subspecialties

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

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(377)
Skill Endorsements
(4)

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Gastroscopy
81
Colonoscopy
64
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
47
Endoscopy (OGD)
41
Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
34
Diarrhoea
18
Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
17
Bloating
14
Constipation
7
Hiatus Hernia
4
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
4
Crohn's Disease
4
Coeliac Disease
3
Gallstones
3
Pancreatic Disorders
3
Oesophagitis
3
Bowel Cancer Screening
3
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
3
Gallbladder Disease
3
Nausea and Vomiting
3
Sigmoidoscopy
2
Barrett's Oesophagus
2
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
2
Blood in Stool / Rectal Bleeding (Haematochezia)
1
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
1
Pancreatitis
1
Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers
1
Fatty Liver Disease
1
Autoimmune Hepatitis
1
MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
1
Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour (GIST)
1
Gastritis
1
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
1
Altered Bowel Habits
1
Cholecystitis
1
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
2
Jaundice
2
Alcohol Related Liver Problems
Cirrhosis
Colonic Stent
ERCP Procedure
Enteral Feeding
Enteroscopy
Food Intolerance
Functional Bowel Disease
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Gastrostomy-Jejunostomy Tube Insertion
Hepatitis
Hepatitis (Viral)
Iron Deficiency Anaemia
Liver Disease
Liver Function Tests
Oesophageal Spasm
Oesophageal Stent Insertion
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
Primary Billiary Cholangitis (PBC)
Pyloric Stenosis
Reflux and Colic
Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
Swollen Stomach
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Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4428895


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 1997


Qualifications

MB BS 1997 University of London

MSc Human Nutrition University of Deakin


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

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

Fees

  • New appointment

    £220
  • Follow-up appointment

    £140
*May vary on location

Locations

Benenden Hospital

Goddards Green Road Benenden, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX

4.87(11,058 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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One Ashford Hospital

Kennington Road Willesborough, Ashford, United Kingdom, TN24 0YS

4.88(4,763 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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KIMS Hospital

Newnham Ct Way, Weavering, Kent, United Kingdom, ME14 5FT

4.90(1,726 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Free Parking
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The Chaucer Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

Nackington Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT4 7AR

4.87(336 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Sussex Premier Health

The Ridge, St Leonards, Hastings,, Saint Leonards-on-sea, United Kingdom, TN37 7RE

4.94(231 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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Video consultation

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Gastroscopy
81
Colonoscopy
64
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
47

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr Phillip Mayhead displays professional, friendly, and reassuring characteristics when interacting with patients, listening to their concerns and explaining all care. Procedures like gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and endoscopy receive praise for comfort and efficient execution, often involving sedation. Dr Mayhead undertakes thorough investigations and provides clear advice for gastroenterological conditions. Feedback identifies gastroscopy, colonoscopy, endoscopy, stomach pain, and heartburn as key themes.

5
verified patient
09 Sep 2026

Very nice man. Listens to you. Explains everything in detail and gives you every option available.

5
verified patient
26 Aug 2026

Dr Mayhead was very kind and understanding. He listened to my concerns and helped to put me at ease by ensuring that my symptoms were thoroughly investigated and suggested further tests to ensure nothing was missed.

5
verified patient
21 Aug 2026

Thank you Dr Mayhead for being so thorough and understanding. Thank you also to your excellent PA Katie Kind regards. Anne P.

5
verified patient
14 Aug 2026

Excellent!

Patient seen for:
4.67
verified patient
14 Aug 2026

Dr Mayhead is very professional and takes a thorough analytical approach to investigating the cause. He is empathetic and a good listener.

5
verified patient
11 Aug 2026

Very positive experience, Dr Mayhead answered all of my questions and discussed all of my options for treatment thoroughly and ensured that l understood. l highly recommend him.

5
verified patient
29 Jul 2026

He has a good bedside manner, and excellent level of expertise

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
28 Jul 2026

Very good and was so calm when I had it done

5
verified patient
24 Jul 2026

Dr Mayhead took notice of my concerns regarding sedation following a previous sedation issue during a gastroscopy. Every care was taken. I suffered no ill effects from either the sedation or the colonoscopy.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
17 Jul 2026

This was my first appointment with Dr Mayhead, for an ongoing chronic illness. He was friendly and courteous, listened to what I had to say. Also, he had taken time to look back at my previous tests done in the NHS over several years. He explained clearly what he thought the problem was and what the next steps were in terms of investigation and treatment.

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Skill Endorsements

Established in his field Well respected Excellent clinician

23 Feb 2025
Endorsed for
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
Jaundice

Dr Vimalendran Ratheesh

Dr Vimalendran Ratheesh

General Practitioner
I have referred patients to them

Great with patients, extensive experience of gastro-intestinal problems and specifically reflux. A pleasure to work with. We have collaborated on setting up a service to diagnose reflux disease (Bravo pH monitoring)

09 Jan 2025
Endorsed for
Jaundice
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)

Mr Ahmed Hamouda

Mr Ahmed Hamouda

General Surgeon
Is a colleague
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Dr Phil Mayhead - Consultant Gastroenterologist

Dr Phil Mayhead - Consultant Gastroenterologist

Dr Mayhead's specialities are Gastroscopy, Sigmoidoscopy, Hiatus hernia treatment and IBS treatment.

08 July 2024

FAQ

What are Dr Phillip Mayhead's reviews like?

Dr Phillip Mayhead's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 200 reviews.

What languages does Dr Phillip Mayhead speak?

Dr Phillip Mayhead speaks English

Where is Dr Phillip Mayhead located?

Dr Phillip Mayhead primarily practices at Benenden Hospital, located at Goddards Green Road Benenden, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX
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