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Dr Simon Campbell

Gastroenterologist

Cheadle, SK8 2PX

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29 years of experience
Verified profile
29 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.99

52 patient reviews

1 professional endorsement

4.98
Overall Experience
4.98
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

39 recommendations for:

Colonoscopy(14)
Gastroscopy(6)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)(5)
Other(14)

Recent patient review

26 Sep 2023

Very knowledgable about capsule endoscopy and explained everything thoroughly. Made me feel at...

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About

Dr Simon Campbell, Consultant Gastroenterologist and Bowel cancer Colonoscopist, mainly works within private practice in Cheshire, however, he does work with the NHS on specific bowel cancer screening programs. He is highly specialised in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and is highly skilled in the most advanced endoscopy techniques.

Dr Campbell began his medical education at the University of Birmingham where he graduated in Medicine with honours. He then went on the develop skills by training in luminal gut problems within hospitals in Edinburgh, Oxford and Liverpool. He was later appointed Consultant and Research Lead (IBD) at Manchester Royal Infirmary.

Dr Campbell is an active researcher with over 100 peer-reviewed publications and he currently holds the position of honorary senior lecturer at the University of Salford and the University of Manchester. He is a member of several well-respected institutions including the British Society of Gastroenterology and on the editorial board of Crohn's and Colitis UK. He has also been appointed a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Colonoscopy (36%)
  • Gastroscopy (15%)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (13%)
  • Bowel Cancer Screening (5%)
  • Rectal Bleeding (5%)
  • Others (26%)

Subspecialties
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) such as ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease

All conditions and treatments
  • Colonoscopy
  • Gastroscopy
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Bowel Cancer Screening
  • Rectal Bleeding
  • Constipation
  • Endoscopy (OGD)
  • Fatty Liver Disease
  • Gallstones
  • Iron Deficiency Anaemia

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4112367


Qualifications

Education:

  • MB ChB Birmingham university 1994
  • MD Edinburgh university 2000

Memberships:

  • MRCP Royal College of physicians 1997
  • FRCP Royal College of physicians 2013
  • British society gastroenterology
  • European colitis and Crohn's organisation
  • Fellow of Royal College of physicians
  • Crohn's and colitis UK editorial board member 2013


languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £160

insurers
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • The Exeter
  • Simply Health
  • Cigna
  • CS Healthcare
  • Saga Insurance
  • Legal & General
  • Vitality Health
  • health-on-line
  • Groupama
  • Aviva Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa
  • Norwich Union
  • April
  • Healix
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • General Medical
  • WPA
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Aetna

Location

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The Alexandra Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

4.87
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Mill Lane, Cheadle, United Kingdom, SK8 2PX
Mill Lane, Cheadle, United Kingdom, SK8 2PX
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4.93
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170 Barlow Moor Road,, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 2AF
170 Barlow Moor Road,, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 2AF
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Hope Cottage, 5 Macclesfield Road, Macclesfield, United Kingdom, SK10 4BW
Hope Cottage, 5 Macclesfield Road, Macclesfield, United Kingdom, SK10 4BW
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Reviews

All reviews
Colonoscopy (14)
Gastroscopy (5)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (4)
Bowel Cancer Screening (2)
Rectal Bleeding (2)

52 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Very knowledgable about capsule endoscopy and explained everything thoroughly. Made me feel at ease and very helpful.

26 Sep 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Capsule Endoscopy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Dr Campbell is a leading specialist in his field and puts you at ease about the procedure.

13 Sep 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Capsule Endoscopy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

A cordial meeting; definition- friendly, yet formal and polite. This would be a partial description of meeting Dr Campbell, with the personal additions of courtesy , consideration, having a genial manner and with whom you could engage. Professionalism, knowledge and competence were most evident. A significant amount of time was offered. Enabling one to have faith in the procedure and in him.

06 Sep 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Capsule Endoscopy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

As previously mentioned, Simon was extremely thorough throughout my appointments and procedure with him. He explained every detail, possible scenarios and next steps, with brilliant detail and transparency. I felt cared for and well looked after.

31 Aug 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Capsule Endoscopy
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Bowel Cancer Screening

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Simon is professional but approachable; if you are ill you appreciate honesty and integrity. Simon has that and is capable in delivering this in a caring manner. We need more Consultants like this!

10 Aug 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Colonoscopy
Capsule Endoscopy
Gastroscopy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Dr Campbell is very kind and compassionate from when I met for the initial consultation via video link to when I met him for my tests. He is extremely knowledgeable in his field and I felt in very safe hands with him. He is easy to talk to and explains things in language I understood. His expertise shines through and I would recommend him to anyone. I wouldn’t hesitate to travel 4 hours again to see Dr Campbell if I needed to.

16 Jul 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Capsule Endoscopy
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Bloating

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Simon put me at my ease from the very first moment, explaining everything clearly and reassuringly. It may sound strange, but it's a pleasure to be his patient! Thank you, Simon, for your care, concern and consideration.

29 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Capsule Endoscopy
Colonoscopy
Constipation

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

It's hard to be gushing about ilieostomies but Dr Campbell found a way to introduce some humour (albeit wry) into the consultation without diminishing his professionalism.

15 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Capsule Endoscopy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Simon is an exceptional medical practitioner; he zeros in on any potential issues of concern, and quickly identifies any necessary interventions. All this is done with clear explanation, and compassion and reassurance as required.

09 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Gastroscopy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

I found Dr Campbell to be kind, reassuring and extremely competent in his profession. Excellent.

03 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Colonoscopy
Capsule Endoscopy
Gastroscopy
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Most endorsed treatments/conditions
All endorsements
Gastroscopy (1)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (1)
Endoscopy (OGD) (1)
Dyspepsia (Indigestion) (1)

1 endorsement

Simon is an excellent colleague, a highly specialist gastroenterologist. If I or a family member had a gastroenterological problem, I would not hesitate in seeing Simon for his personal manner but also his professionalism.

22 Jun 2020
Endorsed for
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers
Gastroenterology
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Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)
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FAQ

What are Dr Simon Campbell's reviews like?

Dr Simon Campbell's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 52 reviews

What languages does Dr Simon Campbell speak?

Dr Simon Campbell speaks English

Where is Dr Simon Campbell located?

Dr Simon Campbell primarily practices at The Alexandra Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Mill Lane, Cheadle, United Kingdom, SK8 2PX
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