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Dr Tim Cross

BMedSci, MBBS, FRCP, MD

Gastroenterologist

29 years of experience

Cheadle, SK8 2PX

(+1 more)

1 connection in healthcare

5

/5

(57 reviews)

29 years of experience

Cheadle, SK8 2PX

(+1 more)

1 connection in healthcare

Areas of expertise

FibroScan
6
Liver Function Tests
2
Primary Billiary Cholangitis (PBC)
1

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About Dr Tim Cross

Dr Tim Cross is a Consultant Gastroenterologist with a subspecialty interest in Hepatology currently working at Spire Cheshire and Spire Liverpool hospitals.

Tim qualified as a doctor in 1996 from St. Bartholomew's Hospital Medical School and went on to complete his general gastroenterology on the North East Thames rotation. Following that, he undertook subspecialty training in hepatology, including transplant hepatology at Kings College Hospital, Cambridge and the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. After completing his training, he worked as a consultant for three and a half years in the South West Liver Unit in Plymouth before relocating to the North West.

Tim has a specialist interest in diseases concerning the liver, such as autoimmune hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis and liver fibrosis. He also offers diagnostic upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy.

He did his research degree on assessment of liver damage by blood tests and using Fibroscan. He offers a private Fibroscan service.

He has a research interest in hepatocellular carcinoma and disease modelling in cirrhosis and has published over one hundred peer-reviewed abstracts and publications has written 5 book chapters and has edited a textbook on liver disease.

He is currently secretary of the British Association for the study of the liver (BASL)

He is a committee member of HCC-UK

He is interested in music (guitar) and sport (rugby, cricket, running, and fencing).


Areas of expertise

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FibroScan
6
Liver Function Tests
2
Primary Billiary Cholangitis (PBC)
1
Haemochromatosis
1
Cirrhosis
1
Liver Screening (Risk Stratification)
1
Wilson's Disease
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
Polycystic Liver Disease
Weight Loss
Liver Cancer
Liver Disease
Jaundice
Hepatitis (Viral)
Cholestasis
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Autoimmune Diseases
Alcohol-Related Liver Disease
Alcohol Related Liver Problems
Colonoscopy
Fatty Liver Disease
Endoscopy (OGD)
Hepatitis
Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4303381


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 1996


Qualifications

  • BMedSci University of London 1995, St Bartholomew's Hospital medical school
  • MB BS St Bartholomew's hospital 1996
  • FRCP The Royal College of Physicians of London
  • MD University of London, Kings College Hospital Medical School

Member

Liverpool Liver network

BSG

BASL

EASL

AASLD

HCC-UK


Languages spoken

  • English

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £150

Insurers

  • Aviva Health
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Cigna
  • WPA
  • Vitality
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • AXA Health
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Bupa
  • The Exeter
  • Benenden Health
  • Healix Health Services

Location

All locations for Dr Tim Cross

The Alexandra Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

4.88

(1923)

Mill Lane, Cheadle, United Kingdom, SK8 2PX

5

(89)

Hope Cottage, 5 Macclesfield Road, Macclesfield, United Kingdom, SK10 4BW

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr Tim Cross presents a friendly, reassuring, and knowledgeable approach during patient interactions. He gives clear explanations for complex medical conditions and procedures, including gastroscopy and FibroScan. Patients find his test result information straightforward, with diagrams aiding understanding. His extensive knowledge and expertise in Hepatology instil confidence and a sense of ease; many recommend Dr Cross for his comprehensive care and approachable style.

5.00
verified patient
23 Apr 2026

Fantastic consultation. Really recommend Dr Cross to everyone.

Patient seen for:
5.00
verified patient
16 Apr 2026

Very understanding in the emotional circumstances

5.00
verified patient
16 Apr 2026

Nice guy and good information provided

Patient seen for:
5.00
verified patient
16 Apr 2026

Tim has given me a way of understanding what is needed for my condition.

5.00
verified patient
16 Apr 2026

Really friendly, really professional, made me feel very at ease, explained everything and went through the results and used diagrams to explain - really helpful. Highly recommended- thank you

Patient seen for:
5.00
verified patient
02 Apr 2026

Dr Tim is the definition of a physician. The warmness, smiles and joy on his face are therapeutic.

Patient seen for:
5.00
verified patient
02 Apr 2026

Superb treatment from start to finish 5 star

Patient seen for:
5.00
verified patient
02 Apr 2026

Outstanding Consultancy, he is clear, precise and relatable. His expertise and knowledge is so reassuring explaining in lay terms. Wish I’d seen him earlier just fantastic thank you

5.00
verified patient
02 Apr 2026

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5.00
verified patient
16 Mar 2020

I would highly recommend a consultation with Dr Cross. Thankfully my results were good and he explained very clearly what I needed to know. He is very approachable and was happy to answer any concerns I had.

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Dr Tim Cross's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 57 reviews.

What languages does Dr Tim Cross speak?

Dr Tim Cross speaks English

Where is Dr Tim Cross located?

Dr Tim Cross primarily practices at The Alexandra Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Mill Lane, Cheadle, United Kingdom, SK8 2PX
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What are Dr Tim Cross working hours?

Dr Tim Cross is working Wednesday (14:00 - 17:00), Thursday (16:00 - 18:00)

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