Bowel symptoms have many causes, and colorectal cancer is far more treatable when caught early. Our recently refurbished JAG accredited Endoscopy Unit offers colonoscopy and flexible sigmoidoscopy, plus GI Genius AI-assisted colonoscopy that detects around 30% more precancerous polyps.
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Colorectal care at The London Clinic
Colorectal care covers the colon (large intestine), rectum and anal canal, the lower part of your digestive system that absorbs water and passes stool. If you're worried about your bowel health, you want clear answers without delay. Our colorectal surgeons and gastroenterologists on Harley Street diagnose and treat the full range of conditions, from haemorrhoids and polyps to IBD and colorectal cancer, with both medical and surgical care in one place.
Speciality
bowel, rectum & anal health
Rapid access
often within 48 hours
Under one roof
medical & surgical care
World-class colorectal care
Looking after the colon and rectum helps prevent and treat serious conditions, from colorectal cancer and polyps to IBD and diverticular disease. From medication to minimally invasive surgery, your treatment is tailored to you and delivered by the same specialist team throughout and we aim to get you seen in days, often within 48 hours.
Cutting-edge diagnostics
Colonoscopy
A camera investigation of the whole colon, widely regarded as the best screening test for bowel cancer, which also lets your consultant take biopsies or remove polyps.
Expert bowel care, without the wait
When something isn’t right, you want answers fast and care you can trust. Our colorectal team gives you both, expert-led assessment and treatment, all in one place.
Choosing The London Clinic means:
- A specialist appointment in days, often within 48 hours
- No GP referral needed to see a consultant
- Colon cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment under one roof
- The same expert team from first visit to follow-up
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Conditions we treat
The colon and rectum form the large bowel, where your body forms, stores and passes stool. Colorectal care focuses on the colon, rectum and anal canal, though symptoms often overlap with other parts of the digestive system. Our specialists diagnose the full range of colorectal conditions and draw on wider expertise across the hospital wherever needed, keeping your care continuous.
Meet the colorectal team
Your care is led by experienced colorectal surgeons and gastroenterologists who specialise in conditions of the colon, rectum and anus - from bowel cancer and polyps to IBD and haemorrhoids.
What to expect
Step 1 Enquiry & booking
You can see a consultant directly, with no GP referral needed. Simply self-refer by phone or via our contact form. A referral letter is only required if you would like to go straight to a diagnostic test.
Step 2 Initial consultation
Your consultant takes time to listen, understand your symptoms and history, and examine you. This may include a gentle internal examination such as a proctoscopy or sigmoidoscopy, and the findings guide which tests, if any, you need.
Step 3 Diagnostics & onward care
Tests may include bloods and stool tests, colonoscopy or flexible sigmoidoscopy, CT or MRI, or examination under anaesthetic. We aim to complete investigations within a week, prioritising urgent cases.
Step 4 Follow-up & treatment planning
You stay in regular contact with your consultant's team and a specialist nurse where relevant. Together they formulate a management plan tailored to your condition and your personal needs.
Why patients choose The London Clinic for colorectal care
Our colorectal team brings together leading surgeons and gastroenterologists, advanced diagnostics and both medical and surgical care in one place. You're supported by a dedicated digestive diseases ward with specialist nurses and two specialist MDTs, so your care stays joined-up from first appointment to follow-up.
Care under one roof
Medical, endoscopic and surgical care in one place, with the same specialist whether you're in clinic or on our ward - no changing doctor or hospital.
Expert MDT teams
Colon-cancer and IBD MDTs review your case together for the best plan.
JAG-accredited diagnostics
The UK gold standard for endoscopy, plus Saturday colonoscopy and AI-assisted GI Genius.
Get expert colorectal care
World-class consultants and rapid access, in the heart of Harley Street. Contact our team
Ways to access care
Explore the funding options available at The London Clinic.
Self pay
Choose to pay directly and get fast access to world-class care, with clear fixed-price packages and 0% finance to make things simple.
Private medical insurance
Use your private medical insurance to access expert care at The London Clinic. We work with all major UK insurers and many international providers.
Patients from abroad
Travelling from abroad? Our international team will support every step of your visit - from finding the right consultant to organising your care.
Need a second opinion?
Our colorectal consultants are often asked for a second or third opinion — by international patients, those treated elsewhere without success, or simply for reassurance the right plan is in place. If you have concerns about your diagnosis or treatment, we’re happy to help.
Rapid access for referring GPs and consultants
We make it easy to refer patients with bowel symptoms into specialist colorectal care quickly. Our team coordinates prompt assessment and diagnostics, keeping you informed throughout.
Get in touch
We're here to answer your questions and guide you through every step.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
We're here to answer your questions and guide you through every step.
Bowel symptoms worth checking include a change in bowel habit, rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, perianal pain or leakage, a family history of bowel cancer, or abnormal blood tests such as iron-deficiency anaemia.
No referral is needed for a consultation – you can contact us directly. A referral letter is only required if you want to go straight to a diagnostic test such as a colonoscopy.
Yes, including colonoscopy and AI-assisted GI Genius colonoscopy, whether you have symptoms, a family history or simply want peace of mind.
Complex colorectal cases are reviewed by two specialist multidisciplinary teams (MDTs): the colon cancer MDT and the IBD MDT. These bring together gastroenterologists, colorectal surgeons, oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, pharmacists, dietitians, psychologists, stoma nurses, pelvic floor nurses and pain specialists, who review your imaging and results together to agree the best plan – especially valuable for cases where expert consensus matters most.
Most major UK and international insurers cover colorectal consultations and treatment, subject to your policy. Our team can check your cover before your appointment.
If you’re a BUPA member, we offer a direct-to-colonoscopy pathway, so eligible patients can be booked straight for the procedure without a separate consultation first. For other patients, we usually arrange a brief initial assessment – sometimes by telephone – to confirm a colonoscopy is the right test before booking.
We provide complete, continuing care with the same specialist team. Cover depends on your policy; for self-paying patients, we’ll explain the options.