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Professor Laurence Lovat

BSC, MBBS, PhD, FRCP

Gastroenterologist

39 years of experience

London, W1G 6BW

(+2 more)

21 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Professor Amitava Banerjee, Dr Ahmed Albu-Soda and 5 other professionals

4.96

/5

(169 reviews)

39 years of experience

London, W1G 6BW

(+2 more)

21 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Professor Amitava Banerjee, Dr Ahmed Albu-Soda and 5 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
32
Endoscopy (OGD)
15
Colonoscopy
13

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About Professor Laurence Lovat

Professor Laurence Lovat is a leading Gastroenterologist working in the heart of London.

He has a special interest in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of upper gastrointestinal cancer (cancer of the food pipe and stomach) and diseases affecting the food pipe such as indigestion, reflux and Barrett's disease. He also treats patients with irritable bowel syndrome and performs endoscopies (a non-surgical procedure to examine a patient's digestive tract).

Professor Lovat received his medical degree from University College London Hospitals in 1987. As part of his training, he gained a first class honours degree in Nutrition. He qualified as a Gastroenterologist in 1998. Professor Lovat was appointed consultant Gastroenterologist at University College London Hospitals (NHS) a year later.

Professor Lovat is passionate about research and driving advances in his field. He was awarded his professorship in 2014 based on his research into complications of acid reflux disease and his work to prevent and treat oesophageal cancer. His major interest remains cancer prevention. He has published his research in leading scientific journals (e.g., Nature). Professor Lovat is the lead for the British Society of Gastroenterology Artifician Intelligence Task Force. 


Subspecialties

  • General (Internal) Medicine

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(102)
Skill Endorsements
(5)

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Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
32
Endoscopy (OGD)
15
Colonoscopy
13
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
8
Barrett's Oesophagus
7
Gastroscopy
6
4
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
5
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
5
Bloating
3
Achalasia
2
1
Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
2
Constipation
1
Bowel Cancer Screening
1
BRAVO Capsule
1
STRETTA Radiotherapy
1
Gastroenterology
1
Crohn's Disease
Weight Loss
Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
Iron Deficiency Anaemia
Sigmoidoscopy
Oesophagitis
Colon Polyps
Stool Testing
Oesophageal Spasm
Hiatus Hernia
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Registered with

  • General Medical Council

    No. 3257647


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 1987


Qualifications

BSc Nutrition (1st Class Hons) (1984), Kings College London

MB BS (1987) University College London

PhD Royal Postgraduate Medical School, London (1997)

Diploma in Professional Management, (1998)

Gastro-enterology (1998)

General (internal) medicine (1998)


Publications

+5

Read publications and papers written by this specialist.

20 / 02 / 2026

Integrated epidemiological and molecular data inform the relationship between precancer and cancer states of esophageal adenocarcinoma - Nature Medicine

Published in Nature Medicine

28 / 05 / 2026

Ethical and Legal Implications of Implementing AI in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Published in Digestive Endoscopy

01 / 02 / 2023

Identifying key mechanisms leading to visual recognition errors for missed colorectal polyps using eye‐tracking technology

Published in J Gastroenterol Hepatol

01 / 08 / 2022

ndoscopic eradication therapy for Barrett’s esophagus–related neoplasia: a final 10-year report from the UK National HALO Radiofrequency Ablation Registry

Published in GI Endoscopy


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Benenden Health
  • Aetna
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Healix Health Services
  • General and Medical
  • AXA Health
  • The Exeter
  • Cigna
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Bupa
  • Vitality
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Aviva Health
  • WPA
  • Bupa Global

Fees

  • New appointment

    £380
  • Follow-up appointment

    £330
*May vary on location

Locations

The London Clinic

20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW

4.89(2,506 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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HCA Healthcare Golders Green Outpatients and Diagnostics Centre

Roman House, Roman House, 296 Golders Green Rd, London, United Kingdom, NW11 9PY

4.79(940 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
16:00 - 19:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

London Gastroenterology Centre

41 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8DT

4.90(243 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
14:30 - 15:30
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
32
Endoscopy (OGD)
15
Colonoscopy
13

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Professor Laurence Lovat displays a professional, friendly, caring, and knowledgeable approach, offering patients clear explanations. He undertakes procedures like endoscopy and colonoscopy, with patients describing these experiences as painless. Professor Lovat's diagnostic skills and management of complex gastrointestinal issues, including Barrett's Oesophagus, lead to effective treatment and better patient well-being. His expertise covers managing acid reflux.

5
verified patient
19 Oct 2026

I feel very fortunate to have met Professor Lovat, who is an extremely thorough and knowledgeable doctor. I liked his style: he is straight-talking, confident, and he has a sense of humour – always helpful when you are discussing embarrassing problems! Professor Lovat and his secretary, Alexandra, are both excellent when it comes to communication – good problem solvers, efficient and swift to respond to concerns. Thanks to his excellent care over the last few months, I am already seeing improvements in my health. I would not hesitate to recommend him.

5
verified patient
24 Sep 2026

Swift and efficient service. Everything turned out nicely.

5
verified patient
07 Sep 2026

Dr Lovat is absolutely first rate and is the person who managed to diagnose, resolve and allay my concerns about my acid reflux. I cannot recommend him highly enough. I visited Dr Lovat again after a c12yr period as my reflux symptoms had become worse and I was concerned that my health had changed. As before, he was incredibly patient focused and pragmatic in creating a treatment plan, enacting it and providing me clear and manageable steps to address it all while putting me at ease and making me feel thoroughly reassured.

5
verified patient
03 Sep 2026

I went to see professor Lovat in a ‘preventative capacity ‘. Friends and relatives had had colonoscopies and polyps removed and they encouraged me to get a check up. Professor Lovat was supportive of this strategy for someone my age. Of course it is not something to look forward to. But in fact was not nearly as unpleasant or painful as I had expected. The bowel preparation was definitely the worst part. After that it was all pretty easy. Professor Lovat and his team were supportive, respectful and kind the whole time. It was mildly uncomfortable. But basically fine.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
26 Aug 2026

I was very apprehensive about the procedure. Prof Lovat explained exactly what would happen. Listened to my concerns with kindness and patience and I would say was a supreme professional. Calm, reassuring, and from my point of view it was a painless procedure that was over very quickly. Prof Lovat reassured me immediately after the procedure about my greatest concern and then discussed the results of his investigation and talked through with me the options for treatment and management. I could not have expected more. I would recommend him without reservation to anyone needing an endoscopy. Also the nursing team were highly professional and very kind. They were at pains to look after me both before and after the procedure.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
03 Aug 2026

Dr Lovat was super helpful throughout my process with him. He gave me great advice, listened to my symptoms and concerns and gave options that hadn’t been given previously

5
verified patient
06 Jun 2026

I have been a patient of Professor Lovat’s for several years. Over the years, I have also seen other gastroenterologists in both the UK and Germany. Without a doubt, Professor Lovat is the best doctor I have ever had. He listens to patients’ concerns attentively, as is also evident in his superb letters. He explains medical conditions and diagnostic tests in great detail, and he carries out procedures such as endoscopies and colonoscopies with exceptional care and a wonderful bedside manner, making the experience as comfortable as possible for the patient. His practice is also extremely well managed by his PA, who is very accommodating, responsive, and kind. I would recommend Professor Lovat to anyone without reservation. He is a wonderful doctor.

5
verified patient
01 Apr 2026

Outstanding doctor. Very kind.

5
verified patient
27 Jan 2026

World class service and medical care.

5
verified patient
20 Oct 2025

Excellent is all aspects.

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Skill Endorsements

Professor Lovat is a renowned gastroenterologist, known as much for his patient-centred clinical practice and his world-leading medical research.

18 Feb 2024
Endorsed for
Achalasia

Professor Amitava Banerjee

Professor Amitava Banerjee

Cardiologist
Is a colleague

Professor Lovat is a world expert in his field. He is driving the edge of knowledge in oesophageal diseases such as Barrett oesophagus. He is highly respected for his emens knowledge, his high ethical standards and patient first approach. I highly recommend him to my patients and my family.

21 Feb 2023
Endorsed for
Gastroenterology
Gastroscopy

Dr Ahmed Albu-Soda

Dr Ahmed Albu-Soda

Gastroenterologist
Is a colleague

I am pleased to recommend Professor Lovat. He is an excellent clinician.

24 Jun 2017
Endorsed for
Gastroenterology
Gastroscopy

Dr Farooq Rahman

Dr Farooq Rahman

Gastroenterologist
Is a colleague

An excellent doctor. Very well liked by his patients. Excellent diagnostician. Thinks outside the box.

22 Jun 2017
Endorsed for
Gastroenterology
Gastroscopy

Dr Shameer Mehta

Dr Shameer Mehta

Gastroenterologist
Is a colleague

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FAQ

What are Professor Laurence Lovat's reviews like?

Professor Laurence Lovat's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 169 reviews.

What languages does Professor Laurence Lovat speak?

Professor Laurence Lovat speaks English

Where is Professor Laurence Lovat located?

Professor Laurence Lovat primarily practices at The London Clinic, located at 20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW
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What are Professor Laurence Lovat working hours?

Professor Laurence Lovat is working Monday (14:00 - 18:00), Thursday (16:00 - 19:00, 14:30 - 15:30)

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