Dr Maxton Pitcher
Gastroenterologist
London, HA1 3RX
Verified profile
35 years of experience
Verified profile
35 years of experience
Patient Trust Score
220 recommendations for:
Latest endorsement
31 Oct 2022
I have known Max for over 20 years, he is my go to gastroenterologist especially for...
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Dr Maxton Pitcher is a Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist and sees private patients at The Clementine Hospital in Harrow and also at OneWelbeck Digestive Health in London. His NHS base is at the internationally-respected St Mark's Hospital. He is a highly-experienced diagnostician in all aspects of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and has specialist expertise in therapeutic endoscopy, undiagnosed abdominal pain, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and eosinophilic oesophagitis. He 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 Jessica. A bespoke service is available upon request.
Dr Pitcher trained in Medical Sciences at the University of Cambridge and later qualified as a doctor from the University of Oxford in 1988. He completed a Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Cambridge in 1996. He was elected as Chairman of Medicine at St Mark's by his colleagues in 2007 and Chairman of the Medical Advisory Committee at The Clementine Churchill Hospital in 2010.
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 by hundreds of thousands on-line all over the world. He is also a keen golfer, SCUBA diver and occasional horse rider.
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Colonoscopy (18%)
- Endoscopy (OGD) (16%)
- Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis) (15%)
- Crohn's Disease (9%)
- Gastroenterology (6%)
- Others (36%)
Subspecialties
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) such as ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease
- Pancreaticobiliary Medicine (Bile Ducts & Pancreas)
All conditions and treatments
- Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
- Crohn's Disease
- Bloating
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Rectal Bleeding
- Acid Reflux
- Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
- Coeliac Disease
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colonoscopy
- Endoscopy (OGD)
- Gastroscopy
- Bowel Cancer Screening
- Capsule Endoscopy
- ERCP Procedure
- FibroScan
- Liver Biopsy
- Oesophageal Stent Insertion
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
Registered with
Royal College of Physicians
No. 046379
General Medical Council
No. 3284212
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)
- European Crohn's and Colitis Oragnisation (ECCO)
languages spoken
- English
consultation fees
- New appointment: £275
- Follow-up appointment: £210
insurers
- General Medical
- health-on-line
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Groupama
- Simply Health
- Healix
- Saga Insurance
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Bupa
- CS Healthcare
- WPA
- Legal & General
- The Exeter
- Cigna
- Norwich Union
- Aviva Health
- Vitality Health
- AXA PPP Healthcare
- Benenden
- Bupa Platinum
Location
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Sudbury Hill, Harrow, London, United Kingdom, HA1 3RX
Sudbury Hill, Harrow, London, United Kingdom, HA1 3RX
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1 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G0AR
1 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G0AR
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Watford Road, London, United Kingdom, HA1 3UJ
Watford Road, London, United Kingdom, HA1 3UJ
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1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
Video consultation
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Online, Video Consultation, United Kingdom, W1
Online, Video Consultation, United Kingdom, W1
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
141 reviews
5
A very positive experience indeed. With my symptoms improving, the doctor took a pragmatic, but most importantly, extra cautious and thorough approach to my condition. This, in turn, diagnosed and allowed treatment of a more serious health issue that I in fact had. Without this approach I would have suffered a much worse health condition in the future. This would not have been recognised without Dr Pitchers care, experience and intuition in digging deeper into my symptoms. Finally once this was recognised it was dealt with sensitively and in a very timely way.
5
Dr Pitcher provided a first class service. He was very easy to speak to, informative and very helpful. The procedure and follow up appointment were arranged very efficiently. He also gave me reassurance and a pathway to follow going forward. Couldn’t ask for more. Excellent.
5
Dr Martin took extra efforts last evening to wait and see me through the scan etc even after his hours weee over. He later called me to check how I was doing . Really appreciate
5
Excellent, even when he had a 1m camera up my backside
5
Dr Maxton Pitcher was from the very start, friendly, helpful and informative. After years of mis diagnosis leading to a very traumatic time and dangerous weight loss of our daughter, I found Dr Pitcher who was able to diagnose our daughters illness after one meeting and confirm after a couple of other needed tests. To say we are grateful is an understatement. Dr Pitcher was always courteous and informative throughout the process.
5
Very good.
5
A very kind Doctor who doesn't hurry you up when asking questions. Reliable and punctual . I was lucky enough to have him for my care for the last 6 months. He is an experienced doctor in this field.
5
Dr Pitcher has looked after me for 23 years and I am very grateful for his expertise , advice and friendliness
5
Explain very nicely and clearly.
5
Dr Pitcher was charming, engaging and explained everything in a simple way so I understood. He was interested in me as a person and not just as a number. He made me laugh which is the best medicine you can provide. Thank you
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I have known Max for over 20 years, he is my go to gastroenterologist especially for the challenging and difficult situations I strongly recommend him for your gut problems
31 Oct 2022Mr Roy Farrell
Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)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 2022Mr Alistair Angus Peyre Slesser
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Dr Maxton Pitcher's overall patient rating is 4.92 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 141 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 Sudbury Hill, Harrow, London, United Kingdom, HA1 3RX
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What are Dr Maxton Pitcher working hours?
Dr Maxton Pitcher is working Monday (17:30 - 19:30), Tuesday (08:00 - 12:00, 13:00 - 19:00), Wednesday (14:00 - 20:00, 09:00 - 10:00), Thursday (12:00 - 13:00), Friday (14:00 - 18:00, 09:00 - 10:00)
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