Dr. Marcus Pittman
BD BSc MBBS MRCP AKC FRCP
Respiratory Doctor
22 years of experience
Essex, SS2 4XH
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by Dr Dora Amran, Dr. Syed Hassan
22 years of experience
Essex, SS2 4XH
(+1 more)
7 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Dora Amran, Dr. Syed Hassan
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About Dr. Marcus Pittman
Dr. Marcus Pittman is a highly experienced Consultant Physician specialising in Respiratory, Sleep and General Medicine, with over two decades of expertise. After graduating from Guy’s, King’s, and St Thomas’ School of Medicine in the UK, Dr. Pittman completed his postgraduate training in London and the East of England, including three years as a Research Fellow in Cambridge. Since 2014, he has been practising as a Consultant, working at Spire Wellesley Hospital in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, The One Clinic in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, and the renowned King’s College Hospital, where he serves as Co-Lead for Clinical Governance. Dr. Pittman has accumulated vast experience, successfully treating thousands of patients.
Dr. Pittman’s specialties include treating problems such as snoring, excessive sleepiness, insomnia, chronic cough, breathlessness, wheeze, and recurrent chest infections; as well as conditions such as sleep apnoea, asthma, and COPD. He performs and interprets a variety of diagnostic and monitoring tests, including home sleep monitoring and lung function assessments.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Pittman is an active educator and researcher. He teaches medical students at King’s College London and supervises doctors in postgraduate training. His leadership training at Keele University, along with his experience in roles such as Clinical Lead and Clinical Director, underscore his expertise. He has received accolades for his contributions to medicine, including a "Top Teacher" award in 2016 and a commendation at the British Medical Journal awards in 2019.
Subspecialties
- Sleep Medicine•
- General (Internal) Medicine
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6077833
Education
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2003
University of London
Divinity
Graduated 2023
King's College London, University of London
Neuroscience
Graduated 2000
King's College London, University of London
Theology
Graduated 2003
Qualifications
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians 2018.
Polysomnography Training 2014.
International Sleep Medicine Certificate 2013.
Respiratory Speciailty Certificate Examination 2010.
Member of the Royal College of Physicians 2006.
Publications
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08 / 11 / 2022
Chest radiography as a predictor of prognosis in COVID-19
Published in Journal of Clinical Images and Medical Case Reports
08 / 12 / 2020
COVID-19: mobilising CT as a frontline management tool
Published in British Journal of Radiology
08 / 12 / 2019
Fulminant Neisseria meningitidis septicaemia with purpura fulminans requiring limb amputation
Published in I D Cases
08 / 02 / 2017
Central Sleep Apnoea in Challenging Concepts in Respiratory Medicine
Published in Oxford University Press
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £250.00
- Follow-up appointment: £150.00
Insurers
- Vitality
- Bupa Fee Assured
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Bupa
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- WPA
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- Aetna
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1 Old Leigh Rd, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom, SS9 1LB
Reviews
Dr Pittman is a skilled communicator who is clearly extremely knowledgeable in his field. He was able to skilfully educate and empower me to make the appropriate care decisions for me based on research evidence in the field. I would strongly recommend this excellent and courteous doctor and rate him highly.
Dr Marcus Pittman was very helpful and very knowledgeable. He made me understand things better. I cannot thank him enough so kind .
I felt that I was listened to during my recent visit, as well as involved in the decisions about my ongoing care. I left feeling informed about the next steps, and that the questions I had were answered
Dr. Marcus Pittman explained everything perfectly clearly so that I could understand my condition and he answered every question. I asked him. He is an extremely knowledgeable Doctor and I have every confidence in him.
Dr Pittman took time to explain all my options and to listen and answer every question I had..
Dr pitman explained everything the way my issue will be addressed in different ways he was very polite waited for my answers.
Dr Pittman was very helpful an explained everything clearly !
Dr Pittman listened, took my case seriously and provided advice and a course of action that has been transformative. From an 80% snore score to regularly under 10%. I feel refreshed during the day, and my partner gets a good night’s sleep too! Thank you.
Dr Pittman was very good at explaining the condition and treatment options. His manner was very easy going but the information he provided was also detailed and very helpful
Endorsements
Dr Pittman has an excellent knowledge as evidence of his numerous publications, approachable, good bedside manners and takes time to explain to his patients about their conditions.
10 Dec 2025
Dr Dora Amran
Respiratory DoctorDr Pittman is a well respected chest physician with a wealth of knowledge and a reputation for providing great service to his patients
13 Jul 2025
Dr. Syed Hassan
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What are Dr. Marcus Pittman's reviews like?
Dr. Marcus Pittman's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 17 reviews.
What languages does Dr. Marcus Pittman speak?
Dr. Marcus Pittman speaks English
Where is Dr. Marcus Pittman located?
Dr. Marcus Pittman primarily practices at Spire Wellesley Hospital, located at Eastern Avenue, Southend-On-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom, SS2 4XH
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