Dr Vishal Saxena

Gastroenterologist

Gastroenterologist

London, SE3 9UD

33 years of experience
Verified profile

Gastroenterologist

London, SE3 9UD

33 years of experience
Verified profile

Patient Trust Score

4.88

8 patient reviews

12 professional endorsements

4.88
Overall Experience
4.88
Bedside manner
4.88
Explanation

36 of 110 total recommendations are for:

Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux(12)
Gastroenterology(12)
Gastroscopy(12)
Other(74)

Recent patient review

This provider has not collected a review in over 6 months

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About

Consultant Gastroenterologist Dr Vishal Saxena is based in South London and works privately at the BMI Blackheath and BMI London Independent Hospitals. His NHS base is The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. He has over 20 years as a Consultant and is highly experienced with an excellent reputation.

Dr Saxena's outpatient services include investigations of general gastrointestinal problems. He also offers high quality gastroscopy, colonoscopy. He has also established an excellent oesophageal testing centre.

His areas of interest are in the following areas:

  • Endoscopy, gastroscopy, colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy
  • Specialist oesophageal function testing (Bravo catheter free pH testing)
  • High Resolution Oesophageal Manometry
  • 24 hour pH and impedance testing
  • Oesophageal Disorders
  • Swallowing Problems
  • Bowel problems and rectal bleeding
  • Dyspepsia, reflux disease and investigation of reflux
  • Investigation of weight loss
  • Irritable bowel syndrome

Dr Saxena received his medical degree from Charing Cross and Westminister Medical School, as well as an intercalating honours degree in Pharmacology. He completed his specialised training at a number of London hospitals before joining Greenwich District Hospital as a consultant in 2000. He now works at Queen Elizabeth Hospital (part of the Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust).

He has authored multiple peer-reviewed academic publications with special research interests in oesophageal diseases, reflux disorders, and swallowing issues. He is the current Chairman of the Medical Staff Committee at his NHS trust.

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
  • Gastroenterology
  • Gastroscopy
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Colonoscopy
  • Others

Specialties

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

All conditions and treatments

  • Acid Reflux
  • Barrett's Oesophagus
  • Bowel Cancer Screening
  • Achalasia
  • BRAVO Capsule
  • Bloating
  • Cholestasis
  • Coeliac Disease
  • Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
  • Colonic Stent

Registered with

General Medical Council

3497036

Qualifications

  • BSc, Charing Cross and Westminster Medical School - 1987
  • MB BS, Charing Cross and Westminster Medical School - 1990
  • MRCP, RCP London - 1994
  • FRCP, RCP London - 2004

languages spoken

  • Urdu
  • Hindi
  • English

consultation fees

  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £195

insurers

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

Location

All locations

The Blackheath Hospital

4.8
(577)

Specialist's working hours

at All locations

Monday

17:30 - 20:00

Tuesday

Not available

Wednesday

08:30 - 12:00

12:30 - 14:30

Thursday

Not available

Friday

17:15 - 20:00

Saturday

Not available

Sunday

Not available

Reviews

All reviews
Barrett's Oesophagus (1)
Bowel Cancer Screening (1)

8 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Fantastic! I had to have a colonoscopy and endoscopy. Dr Saxena explained the whole procedure to me in a online consultation beforehand so I knew what to expect. His team liased with the hospital to book the procedure for me. He was a very reassuring presence on the day of the procedures and carried them out in such a way that I felt no discomfort whatsoever. He contacted me as soon as the biopsy results were ready and made arrangements for me to have some follow-up tests very promptly. I couldn't have wished for a better experience.

28 Jan 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Acid Reflux
Bowel Cancer Screening
Barrett's Oesophagus

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

I have had an excellent experience with Dr Saxena. I would recommend Dr Saxena to anyone. He has a excellent manner. He is very friendly, patient, understanding and polite. He explained all medical procedures to me before I had them during my consultations. He is very good at explaining things so I was able to understand more clearly what was going to happen. Dr Saxena made me feel very comfortable during my two procedures. On both occasions Dr Saxena explained what was going to happen which made me very calm and continually spoke to me during my two procedures which was very important and helped me to relax.

22 Oct 2019verified patient
Patient seen for:
Acid Reflux

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

I first consulted Dr Saxena 5 years ago with gastric symptoms and again this year about a similar problem. On both occasions I felt that he listened well to my concerns and addressed them very clearly. He arranged investigations (gastroscopy on both occasions) promptly and when performing the gastroscopy talked to me throughout the procedure, which I found very helpful and reassuring particularly as I had chosen not to be sedated for it. I felt included in the planning of subsequent treatment and know that I may contact him any time if I have any further concerns. Overall I recommend Dr Saxena for his very caring manner and clinical expertise.

17 Feb 2019verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Extremely knowledgeable. Very sympathetic and understanding. Diagnosed the problem straight away without doing lots of unnecessary tests and symptoms are now cured. Highly recommend this Consultant.

04 Feb 2019verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

It is unlikely that I would be alive today without Dr Saxena. By virtue of his cautious and thorough intervention he made the early discovery of my stomach cancer in 2012. He has continued to monitor my health since then and has helped me deal effectively with numerous subsequent conditions related to the major surgery undertaken at that time. Dr Saxena is kind, understanding and committed to my well being. He is without doubt a specialist Doctor of the highest calibre and I consider myself fortunate to have him as my consultant.

23 Jan 2019verified patient

4

4.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside manner
4.00
Explanation

I was referred to see Dr Vishal Saxena in order to have a colonoscopy. From the initial consultation through to having the actual procedure I found him to be extremely thorough in his explanation about the procedure, what he would be looking for and subsequently really helpful with advice about keeping healthy going forward. I elected to have the procedure without sedation which he was happy to do and was very calming whist doing so, keeping discomfort to an absolute minimum. I would recommend his services to anyone needing similar treatments.

16 Dec 2018verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Dr Saxena is very professional in his approach at all times, he has first class patient care, so kind in making you feel relaxed, as well as being very thoughtful and considerate when taking you through your diagnosis. You always leave the consultation with a clear understanding of the procedures you are having together with any after treatment care plans. I would always highly recommend Dr Saxena, as for me personally he has been the best Gastroenterologist I have had treatment by.

11 Nov 2018verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

I have seen Dr Saxena a few times over the years. I have always had a pleasant experience as he makes his patients feel at ease. He has an impeccable bedside manner and a very gentle approach. Dr Saxena takes the time to explain everything, making it easy to understand. I would highly recommend Dr Saxena based on my experience as one of his patients.

29 Oct 2018verified patient
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Endorsements

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Most endorsed treatments/conditions
All endorsements
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux (12)
Gastroenterology (12)
Gastroscopy (12)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (11)

12 endorsements

Dr Saxena offers an excellent service for patients with digestive disorders, and has a superb bedside manner. Highly recommended.

29 Oct 2020
Endorsed for
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
Gastroenterology
Gastroscopy
+ 7 more

Dr Jason Dunn

Gastroenterology
I have looked after their patients

Dr Saxena is an experienced, thoughtful and caring gastroenterologist.

29 Oct 2020
Endorsed for
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
Gastroenterology
Gastroscopy
+ 7 more

Dr M Shafick Gareeboo

Respiratory Medicine
Is a colleague

An experienced colleague with a much respected opinion. My patients always give great feedback about Dr Saxena.

29 Oct 2020
Endorsed for
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
Gastroenterology
Gastroscopy
+ 6 more

I have known Dr Saxena for over 10 years both in the NHS and privately. He is highly knowledgeable, and clinically excellent. He has great empathy with the patients. I regularly consult him in relation to patients of mine with gastric ailments

29 Oct 2020
Endorsed for
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
Gastroenterology
Gastroscopy
+ 6 more

FAQ

What are Dr Vishal Saxena's reviews like?

Dr Vishal Saxena's overall patient rating is 4.88 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 8 reviews

What languages does Dr Vishal Saxena speak?

Dr Vishal Saxena speaks Urdu, Hindi and English

Where is Dr Vishal Saxena located?

Dr Vishal Saxena primarily practices at The Blackheath Hospital, located at 40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD
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What are Dr Vishal Saxena working hours?

Dr Vishal Saxena is working Monday (17:30 - 20:00), , Wednesday (08:30 - 12:00, 12:30 - 14:30), , Friday (17:15 - 20:00), ,

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