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Dr. Hal Brindley

MBBS, PhD, BSc, MRCP(UK)

Gastroenterologist

Live bookings available

17 years of experience

London, SE1 9BS

(+4 more)

39 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Kushala Abeysekera, Dr Apostolos Koffas and 3 other professionals

4.98

/5

(88 reviews)

Live bookings available

17 years of experience

London, SE1 9BS

(+4 more)

39 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Kushala Abeysekera, Dr Apostolos Koffas and 3 other professionals

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Fatty Liver Disease
14
4
Colonoscopy
14
1
Endoscopy (OGD)
10
1

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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 17 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
(84)
Skill Endorsements
(19)

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Fatty Liver Disease
14
4
Colonoscopy
14
1
Endoscopy (OGD)
10
1
Liver Function Tests
10
Liver Disease
5
4
FibroScan
5
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
4
4
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
4
Gastroscopy
3
Autoimmune Diseases
2
Hepatitis
1
2
Alcohol Related Liver Problems
1
2
Haemorrhoids
1
Coeliac Disease
1
Gallstones
1
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
1
Gastritis
1
Gastroenterology
1
Alcohol-Related Liver Disease
1
Stool Testing
1
Colon Polyps
1
Blood Thinning Treatment
1
Gallbladder Disease (Medical Management)
1
Liver Cysts
1
Video Consultation
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
Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
Polycystic Liver Disease
Pancreatitis
Microscopic Colitis
Nausea and Vomiting
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Hiatus Hernia
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Hepatitis (Viral)
Gut Health
Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers
Sigmoidoscopy
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
Liver Screening (Risk Stratification)
Diverticulitis
Constipation
Eosinophilic Oesophagitis
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Cirrhosis
Alcohol Withdrawal
Gallstones (Medical Management)
Cholecystitis
Liver Biopsy
Barrett's Oesophagus
Acute Liver Failure
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(5,256 reviews)

Opening hours

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

Opening hours

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

LIPS Healthcare

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

4.88(509 reviews)

Opening hours

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

HCA UK Canary Wharf

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

4.97(130 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(69 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
17:30 - 19:00
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

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Fatty Liver Disease
14
4
Colonoscopy
14
1
Endoscopy (OGD)
10
1

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr. Hal Brindley is clear with all of his patients. He gives good care and helps to make a patient feel at ease. He explains tests in plain words that are easy to see and get. Top themes in care are hepatology, fatty liver disease, and colonoscopy.

5
verified patient
15 Oct 2026

Warm atmosphere and clear explanations.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
13 Oct 2026

I’m happy with the treatment and today they discharge me and my treatment was complete I'm satisfied with a result. Happy with Dr Hal Brindley and team

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
06 Oct 2026

Underwent a colonoscopy. Both the procedure and the follow up went very smoothly, with all details thoroughly explained. Very happy overall

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
02 Oct 2026

I was kept informed all the way along the appointment and the procedure.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
01 Oct 2026

Professional friendly and not the least intimidating!!!

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
30 Sep 2026

Very efficient

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
30 Sep 2026

Very professional and kind. Very clear explanation of the procedure and risks.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
23 Sep 2026

Lovely man, very clear and informative. Kept saying I was doing a good job when I had the tube down my throat which helped.

Patient seen for:
4.33
verified patient
15 Sep 2026

Overall very good experience with Dr Hal who explained the reports in detail

5
verified patient
07 Sep 2026

No comments for improvement. Good experience overall

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Skill Endorsements

Excellent academic gastroenterologist and hepatologist, delivering patient centered care. Pleasure to work with.

20 Oct 2026
Endorsed for
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
Video Consultation

Dr. Kushala Abeysekera

Dr. Kushala Abeysekera

Gastroenterologist
Is a colleague

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
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
Liver Disease
Fatty Liver Disease

Dr George Goodchild

Dr George Goodchild

Gastroenterologist
Is a colleague
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Most recent videos

Explore videos from Dr. Hal Brindley explaining process of procedures and other important things you should know before choosing your provider.

Does spicy food cause stomach ulcers..

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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Doctify on Instagram: "Heartburn during pregnancy means your baby will be born with lots of hair.

We asked a specialist.

Dr Hal Brindely is an gastroenterologist with 13 years of experience. Surprisingly, there is actually some evidence behind this one.

A study found a correlation between heartburn severity in pregnancy and the amount of hair a newborn had. The theory is that the same hormones that relax the oesophageal valve and cause heartburn may also influence foetal hair growth.

It is not a guarantee.

But it is not entirely a myth either.

Dr Hal Brindley · Gastroenterologist · Verified on Doctify.

Tag someone who is currently pregnant and suffering through every meal.

#Doctify #TrueOrFalse #Pregnancy"

Doctify on Instagram: "Heartburn during pregnancy means your baby will be born with lots of hair. We asked a specialist. Dr Hal Brindely is an gastroenterologist with 13 years of experience. Surprisingly, there is actually some evidence behind this one. A study found a correlation between heartburn severity in pregnancy and the amount of hair a newborn had. The theory is that the same hormones that relax the oesophageal valve and cause heartburn may also influence foetal hair growth. It is not a guarantee. But it is not entirely a myth either. Dr Hal Brindley · Gastroenterologist · Verified on Doctify. Tag someone who is currently pregnant and suffering through every meal. #Doctify #TrueOrFalse #Pregnancy"

20 likes, 1 comments - doctify on June 24, 2026: "Heartburn during pregnancy means your baby will be born with lots of hair. We asked a specialist. Dr Hal Brindely is an gastroenterologist with 13 years of experience. Surprisingly, there is actually some evidence behind this one. A study found a correlation between heartburn severity in pregnancy and the amount of hair a newborn had. The theory is that the same hormones that relax the oesophageal valve and cause heartburn may also influence foetal hair growth. It is not a guarantee. But it is not entirely a myth either. Dr Hal Brindley · Gastroenterologist · Verified on Doctify. Tag someone who is currently pregnant and suffering through every meal. #Doctify #TrueOrFalse #Pregnancy".

25 June 2026

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Doctify on Instagram: "Cutting out gluten will improve your gut health.

We asked a specialist.

Dr Hal Brindley is a gastroenterologist. In this video he explains why removing gluten from your diet has no proven benefit for gut health if you don't have coeliac disease and why doing so could actually leave you worse off nutritionally.

Dr Hal Brindley · Gastroenterologist · Verified on Doctify

Tag someone who has gone gluten-free for the wrong reasons. 🌾

#Doctify #TrueOrFlase #Gluten"

Doctify on Instagram: "Cutting out gluten will improve your gut health. We asked a specialist. Dr Hal Brindley is a gastroenterologist. In this video he explains why removing gluten from your diet has no proven benefit for gut health if you don't have coeliac disease and why doing so could actually leave you worse off nutritionally. Dr Hal Brindley · Gastroenterologist · Verified on Doctify Tag someone who has gone gluten-free for the wrong reasons. 🌾 #Doctify #TrueOrFlase #Gluten"

1 likes, 0 comments - doctify on July 2, 2026: "Cutting out gluten will improve your gut health. We asked a specialist. Dr Hal Brindley is a gastroenterologist. In this video he explains why removing gluten from your diet has no proven benefit for gut health if you don't have coeliac disease and why doing so could actually leave you worse off nutritionally. Dr Hal Brindley · Gastroenterologist · Verified on Doctify Tag someone who has gone gluten-free for the wrong reasons. 🌾 #Doctify #TrueOrFlase #Gluten".

02 July 2026

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Doctify on Instagram: "We asked a specialist.

Dr Hal Brindley is a gastroenterologist with 13 years of experience in gut health. Fibre feeds the good bacteria in your gut, and as they break it down they produce short-chain fatty acids that lower inflammation and strengthen your gut lining. No other single food group does this job.

Sounds like a big claim.

But it's completely true.

Dr Hal Brindley · Gastroenterologist · @drbrindley_gastro_liver

Tag someone who needs to eat more greens."

Doctify on Instagram: "We asked a specialist. Dr Hal Brindley is a gastroenterologist with 13 years of experience in gut health. Fibre feeds the good bacteria in your gut, and as they break it down they produce short-chain fatty acids that lower inflammation and strengthen your gut lining. No other single food group does this job. Sounds like a big claim. But it's completely true. Dr Hal Brindley · Gastroenterologist · @drbrindley_gastro_liver Tag someone who needs to eat more greens."

33 likes, 2 comments - doctify on September 2, 2026: "We asked a specialist. Dr Hal Brindley is a gastroenterologist with 13 years of experience in gut health. Fibre feeds the good bacteria in your gut, and as they break it down they produce short-chain fatty acids that lower inflammation and strengthen your gut lining. No other single food group does this job. Sounds like a big claim. But it's completely true. Dr Hal Brindley · Gastroenterologist · @drbrindley_gastro_liver Tag someone who needs to eat more greens.".

02 September 2026

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 Liver scarring isn't always a one-way street.

Liver scarring isn't always a one-way street.

On the whole, most people won't develop this degree of liver damage from alcohol But stopping drinking can have a significant impact Even in cirrhosis, where the liver has stopped working in a normal way Scarring can improve, and can even come down a stage. This is general information and not a substitute for personalised medical advice. If you drink heavily, speak to your GP before stopping. Follow for the specialist take on what everyone's getting wrong

08 October 2026

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Most recent articles

Read articles from Dr. Hal Brindley explaining process of procedures and other important things you should know before choosing your provider.

6 ways to protect your pancreas (and the warning signs to watch)

6 ways to protect your pancreas (and the warning signs to watch)

Your pancreas is a hard-working organ that has a big impact on your health – here’s how to look after it

24 October 2025

goodhousekeeping.com

Dietary patterns, physical activity levels and mental health status of patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease living in East London

Dietary patterns, physical activity levels and mental health status of patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease living in East London

We aimed to identify trends in food choices, eating pattern, physical activity level and mental health status of patients with MASLD living in Tower Hamlets.

06 October 2025

gut.bmj.com

Sinister conditions behind hiccups: When you need to worry, by doctors

Sinister conditions behind hiccups: When you need to worry, by doctors

Hiccups - and the comic 'remedies' associated with them - are often a cause of general amusement and joking. But how would you feel if one day you started hiccupping… and just couldn't stop?

30 January 2026

dailymail.co.uk

This Popular Salad Dressing Ingredient Could Be Harming Your Liver

This Popular Salad Dressing Ingredient Could Be Harming Your Liver

Fructose and sucrose and impact upon liver health.

10 August 2026

parade.com

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FAQ

What are Dr. Hal Brindley's reviews like?

Dr. Hal Brindley's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 88 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, 16:00 - 18:00), Tuesday (16:00 - 18:00), Thursday (17:30 - 19:00)

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Does Dr. Hal Brindley accept new patients?

Dr. Hal Brindley generally accepts new patients.

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