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Professor Laurence Lovat

Professor Laurence Lovat

Gastroenterologist

London, W1B 6BW

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36 years of experience
Verified profile
36 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.96

144 patient reviews

7 professional endorsements

4.96
Overall Experience
4.96
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.95
Explanation

68 recommendations for:

Acid Reflux(21)
Gastroenterology(7)
Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)(5)
Other(35)

Recent patient review

21 Nov 2023

I had a colonoscopy with Professor Lovat. I was quite nervous as I had never had...

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About

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. Early in his career, he was awarded a prestigious research training award and completed a PhD in his field. He was appointed as the first Head of the newly established Research Department for Tissue and Energy at University College London and was awarded his professorship in 2014 based on the quality of his research into complications of acid reflux disease and minimally invasive treatment to prevent and treat oesophageal cancer. He has published his research in leading scientific journals (e.g., Nature). Professor Lovat is also chief investigator for a national research project (the UK National HALO Patient Registry).


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Acid Reflux (31%)
  • Gastroenterology (10%)
  • Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) (7%)
  • Colonoscopy (7%)
  • Stomach / Abdominal Pain (6%)
  • Others (38%)

Subspecialties
  • General (Internal) Medicine

All conditions and treatments
  • Acid Reflux
  • Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
  • Barrett's Oesophagus
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Achalasia
  • STRETTA
  • Video Consultation

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3257647


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)


languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £350
  • Follow-up appointment: £275

insurers
  • Bupa Platinum
  • Benenden
  • Aetna
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Norwich Union
  • Healix
  • CS Healthcare
  • General Medical
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • The Exeter
  • Cigna
  • Four Points Assistance
  • April
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • Simply Health
  • Bupa
  • Legal & General
  • health-on-line
  • Groupama
  • Vitality Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Saga Insurance
  • Aviva Health
  • WPA

Location

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The London Clinic

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20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1B 6BW
20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1B 6BW
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4.75
(721)
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Roman House, Roman House, 296 Golders Green Rd, London, United Kingdom, NW11 9PY
Roman House, Roman House, 296 Golders Green Rd, London, United Kingdom, NW11 9PY
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Thursday
16:00 - 19:00
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4.89
(225)
41 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8DT
41 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8DT
Monday
14:00 - 18:00
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Thursday
14:30 - 15:30
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Reviews

All reviews(144)
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Last 7 days
Last 30 days
Last 6 months
Filter by condition:
Acid Reflux (21)
Colonoscopy (5)
Endoscopy (OGD) (4)
Stomach / Abdominal Pain (4)
Barrett's Oesophagus (3)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

144 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I had a colonoscopy with Professor Lovat. I was quite nervous as I had never had one before and I was worried it would hurt. Professor Lovat was wonderful, he put me at ease, explained everything before the procedure, told me how I could ask for more sedation during the procedure if necessary, and explained the results afterwards. The procedure was not painful at all and he is clearly extremely skilled at what he does. 100% recommend.

21 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Bowel Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very good experience

23 Sep 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
General (Internal) Medicine

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professor Lovat kind and patient manner, combined with his impressive knowledge, were just what I needed to reassure my regarding my long-standing stomach complaint. Thoroughly recommended

21 Aug 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
General (Internal) Medicine
Acid Reflux

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

He was clear, respectful and friendly. He was very thorough and made good suggestions with a treatment plan that covered many aspects.

29 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Highly knowledgeable in his field with a friendly, candid and humorous approach. Prof. Lovat leans towards Stretta as an intervention but is clear when this is needed and when it may be inappropriate based on the test data.

18 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Acid Reflux
Reflux

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professional, and caring.

11 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Acid Reflux
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
Reflux

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professional, knowledgeable, addressed my health concern, gave me long term advice, experience was very good. Life changing.

14 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Acid Reflux
Endoscopy (OGD)
Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Great experience with Prof Lovat. He explained everything to me clearly and was very caring.

31 Jan 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Acid Reflux
Endoscopy (OGD)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Exceptional gives so much more than his time. Patient care is first class and he has a sense of humour.

09 Dec 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Colonoscopy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I would rate Prof Lovat very highly and it was a good experience

07 Nov 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Endoscopy (OGD)
Acid Reflux
Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
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Endorsements

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Most endorsed treatments/conditions
All endorsements
Gastroenterology (6)
Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) (2)
Achalasia (1)

7 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
Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
Achalasia

Professor Amitava Banerjee

Cardiology
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
Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
Gastroscopy

Dr Ahmed Albusoda

Gastroenterology
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

Gastroenterology
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

Gastroenterology
Is a colleague

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 144 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, W1B 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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