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Dr Philip Allan

BSc., MB BS, DPHIL (Oxon), FRCP (UK)

Gastroenterologist

Live bookings available

24 years of experience

Headington, OX3 7RP

12 connections in healthcare

4.97

/5

(39 reviews)

Live bookings available

24 years of experience

Headington, OX3 7RP

12 connections in healthcare

Areas of expertise

Colonoscopy
16
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
14
Acid Reflux (Heartburn)
10

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About Dr Philip Allan

Dr Philip Allan is a Consultant Gastroenterologist at Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital, Oxford and was appointed Consultant Gastroenterologist at the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in 2015. He has a wealth of experience in gastroenterology and both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy (gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and colonoscopy).

Dr Allan is a general gastroenterologist, who delivers compassionate quality care for his patients in all areas. He has both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic skills for:

  • Oesophagogastroduodenoscopy (OGD)/Gastroscopy
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Colonoscopy

Dr Allan is available to consult on the following conditions:

  • abdominal pain
  • bile salt malabsorption
  • coeliac disease
  • constipation
  • diarrhoea
  • dyspepsia
  • inflammatory bowel disease
  • iron deficiency anaemia
  • macro- and micro-nutrient deficiencies
  • microscopic colitis
  • pancreatic insufficiency
  • post-cancer treatment symptoms

Dr Allan graduated from University College London Medical School in 2001 and undertook specialist training in Gastroenterology in Oxford and surrounding hospitals. He then undertook research into immune cell signalling in Crohn's disease and gained his DPil in 2013. Following his Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), he completed a post-CCT fellowship in Advanced Nutrition where he spent 6 months in the Intestinal Failure Unit at Salford Royal 6 months with the Intestinal Rehabilitation and Transplant teams in Oxford.

Dr Allan is widely published in the fields of clinical nutrition, intestinal failure and intestinal transplantation. He has research interests in intestinal failure associated liver disease and immunological cell tracking.


Subspecialties

  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) such as ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Areas of expertise

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Colonoscopy
16
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
14
Acid Reflux (Heartburn)
10
Endoscopy (OGD)
9
Bloating
7
Constipation
5
Diverticular Disease
5
Diarrhoea
4
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
3
Gastroscopy
3
Iron Deficiency Anaemia
3
Food Intolerance
2
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
2
Gut Health
2
Heart Burn
1
Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
1
Barrett's Oesophagus
1
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
1
Gastritis
1
Stool Testing
1
Colon Polyps
1
Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
LPR Reflux
Microscopic Colitis
Haemorrhoids
GORD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Anal Fissure
Gluten Intolerance
Helicobacter Pylori Infection
Intestinal Failure
Reflux and Colic
Weight Loss
Swallowing Problems
Stomach (Gastric) Cancer
Reflux
Faecal Incontinence
Hiatus Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Nausea and Vomiting
Oesophageal Spasm
Oesophagitis
Achalasia
Coeliac Disease
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
Crohn's Disease
Gastroparesis
Colorectal Cancer
Functional Bowel Disease
Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers
Liver Function Tests
Swollen Stomach
Helicobacter Pylori Breath Test
Pancreatitis
Medical Nutrition
Oesophageal Cancer
Eosinophilic Oesophagitis
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
Sigmoidoscopy
Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
Parenteral Nutrition
Enteral Feeding
Rectal Bleeding

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6029198


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 2001


Qualifications

Education:

University College London Medical School 2001

DPhil Green Templeton College, Oxford in 2013

Memberships:

British Society of Gastroenterology

British Association of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition

European Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition

Intestinal Rehabilitation and Transplant Association

The Transplant Society


Languages spoken

  • English

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £300
  • Follow-up appointment: £200

Insurers

  • Aetna
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • The Exeter
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Healix Health Services
  • Cigna
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Benenden Health

Location

All locations for Dr Philip Allan

Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital Oxford

4.85

(1137)

Beech Road, Headington, United Kingdom, OX3 7RP

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr Philip Allan is a caring and thorough clinician who makes patients feel heard and at ease during consultations. He provides clear explanations for assessments, diagnoses, and procedures such as gastroscopy. He takes care to minimise discomfort during examinations and treatments, going above and beyond to reassure patients and address anxieties. Dr Allan is known for managing a range of gastrointestinal conditions, including colonoscopy and endoscopy examinations, alongside symptoms like stomach pain, acid reflux, bloating, constipation, and diverticular disease.

5.00
verified patient
22 May 2026

Dr Allan listens carefully to his patients and then advises accordingly.

Patient seen for:
5.00
verified patient
22 May 2026

Dr Allan was fantastic. I felt very comfortable and in safe hands. I would definitely recommend him and his fantastic team at the Manor

Patient seen for:
5.00
verified patient
17 May 2026

Dr Allan, was professional knowledgeable and genuinely interested in my problems. I have been under his care for several years and find that he listens to me and takes time to explain things clearly. Dr Allan has a calm approachable manner combined with his expertise he gives me confidence in the care i receive from him. I would highly recommend Dr Allan.

4.33
verified patient
15 May 2026

Overall was good - only slight negative was that the procedure was an hour behind schedule despite being early in the morning. The pre and post op calls to check on taking medication were very good.

Patient seen for:
5.00
verified patient
13 May 2026

Dr Allan is kind and detailed, he explains things clearly and in detail which is easy to comprehend. He has a very nice manner and is thoroughly professional as well as remaining human and personable.

5.00
verified patient
06 May 2026

All good - parking easy and appointment on time. Assessment and options all clearly explained.

5.00
verified patient
03 May 2026

Dr Allan always goes above and beyond. He is always so kind, caring, compassionate and explains things clearly. I'm very grateful to him for all his amazing help.

Patient seen for:
5.00
verified patient
30 Apr 2026

Very professional and explained everything clearly.

5.00
verified patient
25 Apr 2026

I felt heard by the Dr Allan, and he was very thorough

5.00
verified patient
22 Apr 2026

Dr Allan is amazing, he’s always so very kind, caring, though and compassionate. He always goes above and beyond to help and is very clear in his explanations and guidance. I’m incredibly grateful for his help.

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Dr Philip Allan's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 39 reviews.

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Dr Philip Allan speaks English

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Dr Philip Allan primarily practices at Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital Oxford, located at Beech Road, Headington, United Kingdom, OX3 7RP
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Dr Philip Allan is working Tuesday (18:00 - 20:00), Thursday (09:00 - 12:30), Friday (09:00 - 12:30)

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