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Gastroenterologist
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27 years of experience
Essex, IG9 5HX
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Thank you for considering me to assist with your medical care. My aim is to ensure you receive excellent care, with kindness, expertise and great communication. This is backed up by my full time private office, regular clinics and easy access to all you might need.
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Dr. Alan Watson is a highly respected senior Consultant Gastroenterologist, specialising in the diagnosis and management of diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract and liver. He has advanced skills in endoscopy and colonoscopy and is an accredited bowel cancer screening expert.
He has practiced as a Consultant at Barts Health for 15 years and has deveopled a thriving private practice for over a decade, offering expert care to a wide range of patients.
Dr. Watson graduated with distinction from Cambridge University and completed his training in leading teaching hospitals in the UK, Europe and the USA.
With extensive experience in performing advanced endoscopic examinations, Dr. Watson ensures minimal discomfort for patients, using techniques to resolve issues that once required surgery. His expertise in gastroscopy and colonoscopy allows him to provide highly effective, non-invasive treatments that improve patient outcomes. Dr Watson is a specialist in endoscopy and colonoscopy, with specialist accreditation as part of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.
His commitment to medical excellence extends beyond clinical practice—he also contributed to groundbreaking research during his PhD Fellowship at Cancer Research UK, publishing in prestigious medical journals such as *Nature Medicine* and *Nature*. He continues to be active in research, teaching and clinical audit.
On a more personal note, Dr. Watson's passion for challenge and perseverance shines through in his remarkable achievements. At Cambridge University, he competed in and won the prestigious Boat Race. He has also raised significant funds for charity by rowing across the Atlantic Ocean and ultra-marathon running. His dedication to others, both in and out of the medical field, reflects his genuine commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of those around him.
Dr. Watson’s combination of professional expertise, compassionate care, and personal determination makes him a truly exceptional doctor who always goes the extra mile for his patients.
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General Medical Council
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Royal College of Physicians
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The Royal College of Pathologists
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University of Cambridge
Neurophysiology
Graduated 1996
University of Cambridge
Medicine
Graduated 1998
University College London, University of London
Cancer stem cell biology
Graduated 2009
MB BChir 1998 University of Cambridge with distintion.
Doctorate in Philosophy (PhD) Universty College, London
Specialist Registration in Gastroenterology & Generlal (internal) medicine.
Elected Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians
Elected Member of the Royal College of Pathologists
(2029)
High Road Buckhurst Hill, Essex, United Kingdom, IG9 5HX
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Essex Healthcare Park, West Hanningfield Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom, CM2 8FR
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Dr Alan Watson is a friendly, professional, and reassuring specialist who offers clear explanations. He conducts thorough examinations and listens carefully, ensuring patients feel at ease. Dr Watson provides expert care for colonoscopy and endoscopy, common procedures in his gastroenterology practice.
Great service and a highly professional medical team.
Friendly receptionist was taken straight to Endoscopy unit Amazing staff nurses / HCA and consultant explained everything clearly from start to finish Thank you all
Made to feel comfortable with a professional, yet warm friendly approachable manner. Explanations were clear and easy to understand.
Dr Watson and the team communicated everything to me throughout the whole process. The staff on this ward are the most personable people I have come across, making this an extremely dignified procedure.
Dr Watson has a kind and companionate manner as well as being highly professional and knowledgeable
I only have good things to say about Dr Watson. His personal manner was very friendly, his explanations were clear. The overall experience of dealing with him, undergoing the treatment and hearing his analysis and advice was highly satisfactory and in my view successful.
Dr Alan Watson is very sincere, thorough and sets you at ease.
I have referred patients requiring specialist gastroenterology input, as well as broader general medical opinions, to Dr Alan Watson for many years. He is an outstanding consultant who consistently provides the highest standard of care to his patients.
14 Jan 2026Dr Henry Grundy-Wheeler
General PractitionerDr Watson is an excellent gastroenterologist colleague who I worked over 10 years time. Dr Watson has very sound and reliable opinion in all gastrointestinal problems.
19 May 2025Dr Ali Mohammed
Respiratory DoctorDr Watson is a highly experienced gastroenterologist to whom I refer patients regularly. He is highly regarded by patients and colleagues alike. Strongly recommended.
06 May 2025Mr Max Whittaker
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Dr Alan Watson's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 207 reviews.
What languages does Dr Alan Watson speak?
Dr Alan Watson speaks English
Where is Dr Alan Watson located?
Dr Alan Watson primarily practices at Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital, located at High Road Buckhurst Hill, Essex, United Kingdom, IG9 5HX
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What are Dr Alan Watson working hours?
Dr Alan Watson is working Monday (13:00 - 16:30), Tuesday (15:00 - 19:30), Wednesday (13:00 - 15:30), Thursday (08:30 - 12:30, 08:30 - 12:00), Friday (09:45 - 12:30)
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