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Dr. Hal Brindley

MBBS, PhD, BSc, MRCP(UK)

Gastroenterologist

Live bookings available

16 years of experience

London, SE1 9BS

(+4 more)

26 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Apostolos Koffas, Dr. Cameron Braddy-Green and 2 other professionals

4.98

/5

(71 reviews)

Live bookings available

16 years of experience

London, SE1 9BS

(+4 more)

26 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Apostolos Koffas, Dr. Cameron Braddy-Green and 2 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Fatty Liver Disease
13
4
Colonoscopy
11
1
Endoscopy (OGD)
7
1

Contact

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About Dr. Hal Brindley

Dr. Hal Brindley is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist practising at Barts Health NHS Trust, HCA UK at The Shard, Canary Wharf, Old Broad Street, and LIPS Battersea. He has 16 years of experience managing a wide range of digestive and liver conditions, and is also the clinical lead for gastroenterology at Newham University Hospital and also works at the Royal London Hospital.

Dr. Brindley earned his medical degree (MBBS) and a BSc from University College London, and completed specialist training in gastroenterology and hepatology across several centres of excellence in London. He also holds a PhD, which focused on the immunology of fatty liver disease, reflecting his specialist interest in liver medicine and obesity-related liver disease. He continues to contribute to research as a principal investigator and is involved in medical education as an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the Barts Liver Centre, Queen Mary University of London.

He provides diagnosis and management of a wide range of gastrointestinal and liver conditions,  including fatty liver disease, cirrhosis, autoimmune liver diseases, viral hepatitis, alcohol-related liver disease,  indigestion, bloating, diarrhoea, gallbladder disease, coeliac disease, pancreatitis, and bile duct disorders. He performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, endoscopic polypectomy, and FibroScan.


Subspecialties

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Hepatology
  • General (Internal) Medicine

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(63)
Skill Endorsements
(17)

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Fatty Liver Disease
13
4
Colonoscopy
11
1
Endoscopy (OGD)
7
1
Liver Disease
4
4
Liver Function Tests
7
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
3
3
FibroScan
4
Hepatitis
1
2
Alcohol Related Liver Problems
1
2
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
2
Autoimmune Diseases
2
Gallstones
1
Gastroscopy
1
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
1
Gastritis
1
Gastroenterology
1
Alcohol-Related Liver Disease
1
Stool Testing
1
Colon Polyps
1
Gallbladder Disease (Medical Management)
1
Wilson's Disease
Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
Primary Billiary Cholangitis (PBC)
Jaundice
Helicobacter Pylori Infection
Haemochromatosis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gallbladder Polyp
Diarrhoea
Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Reflux and Colic
Swallowing Problems
Reflux
Polycystic Liver Disease
Pancreatitis
Microscopic Colitis
Nausea and Vomiting
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Hiatus Hernia
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Hepatitis (Viral)
Gut Health
Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers
GORD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Liver Screening (Risk Stratification)
Sigmoidoscopy
Diverticulitis
Constipation
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
Eosinophilic Oesophagitis
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Coeliac Disease
Alcohol Withdrawal
Cirrhosis
Video Consultation
Cholecystitis
Gallstones (Medical Management)
Acute Liver Failure
Barrett's Oesophagus
Liver Biopsy
Cholestasis
Lactulose Hydrogen Breath Test
Helicobacter Pylori Breath Test

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 7044396


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 2009

Queen Mary, University of London

Metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease

Graduated 2021


Qualifications

PhD, Immunology of Fatty Liver Disease, Queen Mary University of London

MBBS, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, University College London

BSc, University College London


Publications

+5

Read publications and papers written by this specialist.

16 / 11 / 2017

Non-invasive markers of liver fibrosis in fatty liver disease are unreliable in people of South Asian descent

Published in Frontline Gastroenterology

24 / 03 / 2022

The contribution of daytime sleepiness to impaired quality of life in NAFLD in an ethnically diverse population

Published in Scientific Reports

31 / 05 / 2022

What’s new in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease?

Published in Frontline Gastroenterology

01 / 02 / 2023

Single-cell phenotypes of peripheral blood immune cells in early and late stages of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Published in Clinical and Molecular Hepatology


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Vitality
  • Cigna
  • Healix Health Services
  • Bupa Global

Fees

  • New appointment

    £250
  • Follow-up appointment

    £160
*May vary on location

Locations

HCA UK at The Shard

St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS

4.82(4907 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
08:30 - 11:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Paid Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
08:30 - 11:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Paid Parking
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LIPS Healthcare

Battersea Power Station Turbine Hall B, Level 1, London, United Kingdom, SW11 8DD

4.88(441 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
15:30 - 17:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
09:00 - 11:00
Sunday

HCA UK Canary Wharf

40 Bank Street, London, United Kingdom, E14 5NR

4.97(99 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
16:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

HCA UK City of London - 120 Old Broad Street

120 Old Broad Street, London, United Kingdom, EC2N 1AR

4.88(58 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
17:30 - 18:30
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Barts Health Nhs Trust

The Royal Hospital Whitechapel Rd, London, United Kingdom, E1 1BB

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Fatty Liver Disease
13
4
Colonoscopy
11
1
Endoscopy (OGD)
7
1

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr. Hal Brindley provides clear and helpful patient interactions, explaining conditions, test results, and treatment plans. He maintains a calm and professional manner, ensuring patients feel comfortable and have time for questions. His practice focuses on hepatology, fatty liver disease, and colonoscopy procedures.

4.33
verified patient
11 Jun 2026

Dr. Hal was very polite and checked everything with me. Listening about my health. I'm very satisfied with all the details. Thank you

5
verified patient
10 Jun 2026

Dr Brindley is very friendly and explained all I needed to know and was open to any needed investigation.

5
verified patient
10 Jun 2026

Very engaging manner, clearly explained everything, and offered plenty of opportunities for any questions

Patient seen for:
4.67
verified patient
10 Jun 2026

Good evening if hospital was not the most convenient

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
10 Jun 2026

Clear explanation of investigation and diagnosis.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
09 Jun 2026

Everyone was helpful and polite to me

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
09 Jun 2026

Explained procedure and answered questions i had about my liver

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
09 Jun 2026

I visited the doctor today for my routine follow-up regarding my Hepatitis B condition. The doctor explained everything clearly and in detail, helping me understand my current situation and answering all of my questions. I was also asked to have a blood test as part of the ongoing monitoring process. Overall, the consultation was very thorough, informative, and reassuring.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
15 May 2026

Dr Brindley was very reassuring and clear throughout my appointments with him. I would highly recommend.

5
verified patient
15 May 2026

The doctor was very helpful and reassuring He explained the results of my tests and has organised further tests

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Skill Endorsements

Highly skilled and dedicated colleague with significant experience in the management of liver and digestive disorders, and a special interest in fatty liver disease.

28 May 2026
Endorsed for
Liver Disease
Fatty Liver Disease
Stomach / Abdominal Pain

Dr Apostolos Koffas

Dr Apostolos Koffas

Gastroenterologist
Is a colleague

Dr Brindley, or Hal, is a trusted colleague and expert in all liver related diseases!

21 Jun 2025
Endorsed for
Liver Disease
Fatty Liver Disease
Gastroenterology

Dr. Cameron Braddy-Green

Dr. Cameron Braddy-Green

Gastroenterologist
We trained together

Excellent colleague, very knowlegable regarding liver disease and an excellent endoscopist. Active in research meaning that he is at the cutting edge of his speciality.

21 Jun 2025
Endorsed for
Liver Disease
Fatty Liver Disease
Gastroenterology

Dr George Goodchild

Dr George Goodchild

Gastroenterologist
Is a colleague

Excellent colleague, very thorough and conscientious physician, skilled endoscopist.

21 Jun 2025
Endorsed for
Fatty Liver Disease
Liver Disease
Gastroenterology

Dr. Constantinos Parisinos

Dr. Constantinos Parisinos

Gastroenterologist
Is a colleague
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Does spicy food cause stomach ulcers..

Around 90% of stomach ulcers are caused by a bacterial infection called H. pylori, not your diet. The second most common cause is regular use of anti-inflammatory painkillers like ibuprofen. Spicy food can irritate an existing ulcer. It didn't cause it. Dr Hal Brindley · Gastroenterologist · Verified on Doctify. Tag someone who has been ordering mild for the wrong reason. #Doctify #TrueOrFalse #GutHealth".

15 June 2026

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Dr. Hal Brindley's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 71 reviews.

What languages does Dr. Hal Brindley speak?

Dr. Hal Brindley speaks English

Where is Dr. Hal Brindley located?

Dr. Hal Brindley primarily practices at HCA UK at The Shard, located at St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS
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What are Dr. Hal Brindley working hours?

Dr. Hal Brindley is working Monday (08:30 - 11:00, 15:30 - 17:00), Tuesday (16:00 - 18:00), Thursday (17:30 - 18:30), Saturday (09:00 - 11:00)

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