Dr. Sam Pannick
MB BS MRCP PhD
Live bookings available
18 years of experience
London, NW8 9LE
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75 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Bethany Rose Willson, Mr Vanash Patel and 18 other professionals
Live bookings available
18 years of experience
London, NW8 9LE
(+3 more)
75 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Bethany Rose Willson, Mr Vanash Patel and 18 other professionals
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About Dr. Sam Pannick
Dr Pannick is a specialist in colonoscopy and bowel cancer screening. He is a consultant gastroenterologist and endoscopist, practising in London and Hertfordshire.
Dr Pannick is a nationally accredited colonoscopist for the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme. He is also a specialist in the management of a broad range of conditions, including heartburn, reflux, abdominal pain and bloating, diarrhoea and constipation.
He performs hundreds of endoscopic procedures each year, including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, wireless capsule endoscopy, and percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy.
His NHS practice is at the West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. From 2019-2025, he was a consultant gastroenterologist, bowel cancer screening colonoscopist and nutrition lead at Chelsea & Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Dr Pannick qualified at the University of Cambridge and University College London, graduating with Distinction in Clinical Practice. He holds a PhD in the organisational delivery of medical care, from Imperial College London. Dr Pannick has published papers in some of the world's leading medical journals, including the BMJ and JAMA Internal Medicine, and was a finalist in the Health Service Journal awards.
Subspecialties
- Neuro-Gastroenterology
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6164376
Education
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2007
University of Cambridge
Neuroscience
Graduated 2004
Imperial College London
Organisational healthcare
Graduated 2016
Qualifications
- Master of Arts, University of Cambridge
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, with Distinction in Clinical Practice - University College London
- Diploma of Membership, Royal College of Physicians
- Doctor of Philosophy, Imperial College London
Publications
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Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- General and Medical
- Freedom Health Insurance
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Saga Health Insurance
- Aetna
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
- Bupa
- Bupa Fee Assured
- The Exeter
- AXA Health
- WPA
- Cigna
- Healix Health Services
Fees
New appointment
£325Follow-up appointment
£245
Locations
HCA Healthcare UK The Wellington Hospital
8A Wellington Place, St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 9LE
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HCA Healthcare UK The Wellington Hospital Outpatients
15-17 Lodge Road, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
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HCA Healthcare UK Elstree Waterfront Outpatients
The Waterfront Beaufort House Elstree Road, Elstree, United Kingdom, WD6 3BS
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Spire Bushey Hospital
Heathbourne Road, Bushey, United Kingdom, WD23 1RD
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Reviews
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Patients describe Dr. Sam Pannick as professional, friendly, and reassuring. He provides clear explanations for procedures like gastroscopy and colonoscopy, making patients feel comfortable and at ease throughout their treatment. Dr. Sam Pannick's thorough approach to diagnosis and willingness to answer all questions instils patient confidence. His most common areas of expertise involve colonoscopy, endoscopy, and stomach or abdominal pain.
Dr. Pannick explain everything in great detail and assurance. As a patient I felt comforted and relaxed by his diagnosis and next course of action
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Dr Pannick and the staff were all warm and welcoming. Everyone conducted themselves in a professional manner. Dr Pannick was very understanding and was calming and reassuring throughout my procedure.
I am relieved I saw Dr Pannick.He reassured me that my greatest worry was not reality from a Gastric Emptying test.The medication given to me has relieved me of the daily nausea that I had lived with and I know I can go back at anytime a concern arises but now I am working with a plan to help me move forward. Thank you,Dr Pannick
Dr Pannick is the best consultant whom I have met in the UK. He is extremely professional and is an expert in his specialism. I would absolutely recommend him to any patients.
Dr Pannick has a very reassuring and wonderfully pleasant bedside manner. He is very thorough and detailed in his explanations. I was not at all worried or anxious during my procedure as Dr Pannick explained everything clearly beforehand and talked me through it while he was performing the procedure.
Sam was very helpful and I felt at ease with him. He explained situation clearly and I was pleased that I had arrange a consultation with him.
I had the genuine pleasure of meeting Dr. Pannick today, and I cannot speak highly enough about the experience. From the moment the appointment began, he demonstrated exceptional professionalism, warmth, and attentiveness. He took the time to truly listen to my concerns without rushing, making me feel completely heard, respected, and understood. Dr. Pannick’s ability to thoughtfully assess how I’ve been feeling and clearly explain his insights gave me tremendous confidence and reassurance. He didn’t just address my immediate concerns, he provided a comprehensive, well-structured plan of care that felt both personalised and proactive. I left the appointment feeling informed, empowered, and optimistic about my health moving forward. It is rare to find a clinician who combines such depth of knowledge with genuine compassion and patience. I am incredibly grateful to be under Dr. Pannick’s care and feel fortunate to have found such a dedicated and trustworthy professional.
Thank you for such a detailed and generous review. I read all reviews and it makes such a difference to hear that you felt listened to and supported. I'm really pleased our plan produced such a positive sense of direction for your health. With best wishes.
Really pleasant experience . Dr Pannick’s demeanour is really caring calm and reassuring No hesitation in recommending him
Skill Endorsements
04 May 2026
Bethany Rose Willson
DietitianGreat doctor.
04 May 2026MP
Mr Vanash Patel
General SurgeonSam is my go-to expert for all things bowel and gastro! He's an expert diagnostician and screening endoscopist, and he has a warm and approachable manner. Can't recommend enough.
20 Mar 2026
Dr Catherine Spencer-Smith
Sport & Exercise Medicine DoctorDr Pannick is excellent Gastroenterologist, he has a superb bedside manner and is a valued opinion I trust for my patients.
20 Mar 2026
Dr Owais Kadwani
Respiratory Doctor
Most recent videos
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13 August 2023
Bowel cancer screening in 3 minutes!
Want to find out more about bowel cancer screening? Dr Sam Pannick, Consultant Gastroenterologist, talks you through bowel cancer screening in 3 minutes.
20 December 2026
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Diagnosing IBS
Diagnosing IBS is a clinical judgement, not a mystery. We have international criteria to make sure we're interpreting symptoms properly, and do a limited panel of checks to make sure we're not missing a common IBS mimics. Irritable bowel syndrome should be a positive diagnosis, guiding your treatment in a way that makes sense to you.
24 January 2026
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FAQ
What are Dr. Sam Pannick's reviews like?
Dr. Sam Pannick's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 145 reviews.
What languages does Dr. Sam Pannick speak?
Dr. Sam Pannick speaks English
Where is Dr. Sam Pannick located?
Dr. Sam Pannick primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK The Wellington Hospital, located at 8A Wellington Place, St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 9LE
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What are Dr. Sam Pannick working hours?
Dr. Sam Pannick is working Wednesday (08:00 - 11:00, 09:00 - 12:00, 09:00 - 11:00), Friday (08:00 - 11:00)
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