Dr George Goodchild
FRCP, MBChB (Hons), BSc (Hons), MRCP, MD (Res)
17 years of experience
London, W1G 6BW
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by Dr Sohail Omar, Professor Hemant Kocher and 4 other professionals
17 years of experience
London, W1G 6BW
(+1 more)
31 connections in healthcare
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by Dr Sohail Omar, Professor Hemant Kocher and 4 other professionals
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About Dr George Goodchild
Dr. George Goodchild is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Interventional Endoscopist known for his expertise in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. As a certified colonoscopist in the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme (BCSP), Dr. Goodchild is an expert in diagnosing and treating pre-cancerous bowel polyps.
Dr. Goodchild holds positions at The London Clinic, Nuffield Health St Bartolomew's and The Royal London Hospital (within the NHS). He completed his specialised training, including a research degree, and pursued an advanced endoscopy fellowship at University College London (UCL) and University College London Hospitals (UCLH). He has published extensively in research, particularly in diagnostic and advanced interventional endoscopy. He has worked on topics related to bile duct and pancreatic diseases, such as autoimmune diseases, pancreatic cysts, and the early diagnosis and endoscopic treatment of cancer. He is an honourary lecturer at Queen Mary University in London.
In his practice, Dr. Goodchild addresses a wide range of common GI problems, including acid reflux, bloating, swallowing difficulties, changes in bowel habits (constipation and diarrhoea), rectal bleeding, and abdominal pain.
Dr. Goodchild's subspecialty interest lies in diagnostic and interventional endoscopy, including gastroscopy and colonoscopy (detection and removal of bowel polyps) as well ERCP Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), which play vital roles in diagnosing and treating conditions of the liver, bile ducts and pancreas.
Subspecialties
- Pancreaticobiliary Medicine (Bile Ducts & Pancreas)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 7037453
Education
University of Manchester
Medicine
Graduated 2009
Qualifications
BSc (Hons) Path 2006, University of Manchester
MB ChB 2009 University of Manchester
MRCP (UK) 2012, London
MD (Res) University College London UCL, 2025
FRCP, 2025
Publications
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20 / 05 / 2005
Consensus guidelines and cholangioscopy and pancreatoscopy
Published in Digestive and liver diseases
01 / 10 / 2024
EUS RFA in management of adrenal tumours
Published in The Lancet
01 / 12 / 2021
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/357389625_Voice-Assisted_Image_Labeling_for_Endoscopic_Ultrasound_Classification_Using_Neural_Networks
Published in Transactions in medical imaging
01 / 05 / 2020
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/341427419_Experience_from_the_first_UK_inter-regional_specialist_multidisciplinary_meeting_in_the_diagnosis_and_management_of_IgG4-related_disease
Published in Clinical Medicine
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Aetna
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- WPA
- Bupa
- Saga Health Insurance
- Cigna
- Healix Health Services
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Benenden Health
- The Exeter
- General and Medical
- Freedom Health Insurance
Fees
New appointment
£250Follow-up appointment
£180
Locations
The London Clinic
20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW
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The Royal London Hospital
Whitechapel Road Whitechapel, London, United Kingdom, E1 1BZ
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Dr George Goodchild is professional, clear, and reassuring with his patients. He makes them feel at ease and explains things clearly. His care ensures easy experiences for colonoscopies, gastroscopies, and endoscopic ultrasounds. Patients often see Dr George Goodchild for colonoscopies, stomach problems like bloating and abdominal pain, and heartburn.
An exceptional Doctor, might possibly be one of the best professionals I've ever seen in the medical space in my life thus far. I especially call out Dr Goodchild for his methods used to achieve the ideal patient outcome. His conversation, making it a comfortable environment, his well mannered direct approach to explain what is required and the expectations of next steps. I highly recommend Dr Goodchild as your physician of choice.
Dr Goodchild has dealt with polyps for several of our family members and I cannot recommend him highly enough
From my first consultation Dr Goodchild put me at ease and was very reassuring at what was a very stressful time. Thank you so much.
Dr Goodchild is one of the best consultants I have ever met. He is welcoming, caring and exceptionally patient, taking the time to explain everything thoroughly and answer every question. You never feel rushed, and it's clear that he genuinely cares about his patients. I would recommend him without hesitation.
I can not fault the superb care I received from Dt Goodchild and his whole team.
I can’t say enough good things about Dr Goodchild. In a nutshell, he gave me back the ability to have a normal life after 9 months of absolute misery with my stomach. Before I saw him, I went via my own GP surgery, who were incredibly supportive and helpful, but being a specialist, Dr Goodchild was quickly able to diagnose me and prescribe a medication which has removed all of my symptoms. I would recommend Dr Goodchild to anyone. I was lucky to have been assigned an appointment with him as I had left it in the hands of my insurer to do this on my behalf.. I certainly lucked out!
10/10, clear communication and patient care, both on the day and after. Smooth process throughout procedure
My visit to Dr Goodchild was straightforward he explained what he’s going to do in a confident manner and reassured me that I will be ok .
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George is an excellent clinician whose strengths really stand out in his clear communication and patient-centred approach. His expertise in interventional endoscopy is outstanding, and he brings a calm, confident, and highly skilled approach to every interaction. I would highly recommend him.
11 Jun 2026
Dr Sohail Omar
Gastroenterologist
Professor Hemant Kocher
General SurgeonExcellent gastroenterologist and endoscopist. My go-to for HPB EUS! Always a pleasure to work with.
27 Mar 2026
Mr Ajit Abraham
General SurgeonGeorge is an outstanding gastroenterologist with expertise in management of complex heparobiliary and pancreatic pathology endoscopic therapies
27 Mar 2026
Dr Ian Renfrew
Radiologist
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Dr George Goodchild's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 62 reviews.
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Dr George Goodchild speaks English
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Dr George Goodchild primarily practices at The London Clinic, located at 20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW
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Dr George Goodchild is working Monday (12:00 - 14:00), Tuesday (13:30 - 20:00), Friday (12:00 - 13:30)
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