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Professor Gideon Lack

Paediatrician

Paediatrician

London, W1W 5AH

38 years of experience
Verified profile

Paediatrician

London, W1W 5AH

38 years of experience
Verified profile

Patient Trust Score

4.70

37 patient reviews

4.73
Overall Experience
4.68
Bedside manner
4.68
Explanation

87 recommendations for:

Allergies(30)
Skin Prick Test(24)
Food Allergies(17)
Other(16)

Recent patient review

24 May 2023

Excellent service. Very knowledgeable.

Latest endorsement

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About

Professor Gideon Lack is a consultant paediatric allergist at Guy's and St Thomas' Foundation Trust and a professor of paediatric allergy at King's College London.

Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments:

  • Allergen desensitisation
  • Allergy Blood Tests
  • Allergy shots (immunotherapy)
  • Allergic rhinitis (hay fever)
  • Food Allergies
  • Drug Allergies
  • Insect or bee sting allergies
  • Allergies
  • Asthma
  • Eczema (atopic dermatitis)

Professor Lack earned his medical degree from Oxford University in 1985 and then went on to specialise in paediatrics in New York. He then further focused on paediatric and adult allergy while training in Denver, Colorado.

He spent 12 years as the lead for the Department of Paediatric Allergy and Immunology at St Mary's Hospital in London. He then joined Imperial College London and Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, respectively.

He has a passion for research and is interested in the topics of asthma, peanut and food allergies, anaphylaxis, and desensitising vaccines.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Allergies (34%)
  • Skin Prick Test (28%)
  • Food Allergies (20%)
  • Allergy Blood Tests (8%)
  • Asthma (3%)
  • Others (7%)

Subspecialties

  • Paediatric Allergy, Immunology and Infectious Diseases

All conditions and treatments

  • Allergies
  • Skin Prick Test
  • Food Allergies
  • Allergy Blood Tests
  • Asthma
  • Allergic Rhinitis (Hayfever)
  • Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy)
  • Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
  • Drug Allergies
  • Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)

Registered with

General Medical Council

3112500


Qualifications

  • MBBCh
  • FRCPch

languages spoken

  • English
  • French

consultation fees

  • New appointment: ££360
  • Follow-up appointment: ££280

insurers

  • Bupa Platinum
  • Aviva Health
  • Cigna
  • Bupa
  • Vitality Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Healix
  • WPA

Location

All locations

The Portland Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK

4.81
(1641)
4.86
(1524)

Specialist's working hours

at All locations

Monday

Not available

Tuesday

Not available

Wednesday

Not available

Thursday

Not available

Friday

Not available

Saturday

Not available

Sunday

Not available

Reviews

All reviews
Allergies (30)
Skin Prick Test (24)
Food Allergies (17)
Allergy Blood Tests (7)
Asthma (3)

37 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Excellent service. Very knowledgeable.

24 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Allergies
Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy)
Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Thank you a million times. After sudden onset of symptoms and a very bumpy ride both mentally and physically, the Dr was very reassuring, patient and thorough. I very much appreciated your time and kindness!

04 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Skin Prick Test
Allergies
Asthma

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

I really enjoyed his extensive knowledge and answers to my questions

15 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Allergies

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Brilliant appointment with Professor Gideon Lack. He really reassured me about my allergies and took everything into consideration. From the first few minutes of my appointment I felt reassured that I was going to get the answers and help I needed. The appointment never felt rushed, and I felt like he was really listening to my questions and needs.

15 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Food Allergies
Skin Prick Test
Allergy Blood Tests

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

So helpful

13 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Skin Prick Test
Food Allergies
Allergies

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Professor Lack always helps us to feel welcome and understood, he listens to us and reassures us. We feel that we are getting the best possible care with him.

22 Feb 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Allergies
Skin Prick Test
Food Allergies

4.5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
4.00
Explanation

He seemed v knowledgable and friendly

07 Feb 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Allergies
Skin Prick Test
Allergy Blood Tests

2.25

3.00
Overall Experience
1.00
Bedside manner
3.00
Explanation

Very proficient but not particularly warm

05 Feb 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Allergies
Skin Prick Test
Allergy Blood Tests

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Very straight forward and clear in his explanation of the process involved. Sensible advice and plan of action.

03 Feb 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Allergies

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Great experience with Prof Lack. Professional, understanding and great clinical expertise

02 Feb 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Allergies
Skin Prick Test
Food Allergies
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FAQ

What are Professor Gideon Lack's reviews like?

Professor Gideon Lack's overall patient rating is 4.7 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 37 reviews

What languages does Professor Gideon Lack speak?

Professor Gideon Lack speaks English and French

Where is Professor Gideon Lack located?

Professor Gideon Lack primarily practices at The Portland Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at 205 – 209 Great Portland Street, London, United Kingdom, W1W 5AH
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