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Digestive Diseases
Leading consultants and surgeons who specialise in the investigation, management and treatment of a wide range of upper gastrointestinal, lower gastrointestinal and colorectal conditions and procedures.
Here to help you get the treatment you need for digestive diseases
When you visit our hospital, you can quickly access the tests and care you need from some of the region’s leading consultants who specialise in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of digestive diseases.
Our team covers all areas of gastroenterology and the three main gastrointestinal (GI) specialties: upper GI (your oesophagus stomach, and duodenum), lower GI (your large intestine) and colorectal (your colon and rectum).
You’ll get a quick and accurate diagnosis, and if you need onward care your treatment will be tailored to meet your needs.
We’ll help you every step of the way.
Why choose The Harborne Hospital?
- Fast access to care. Appointments are usually available within days.
- A seamless experience. We offer everything you need — testing, diagnosis, and pre- and post-operative care.
- State-of-the-art facilities. To provide advanced and accurate diagnostic tests and endoscopic procedures including: gastroscopy, cystoscopy, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy and more.
- Expert specialised teams. With the region’s leading consultants.
Expert consultants and surgeons providing personalised care
Our team of specialists will work closely with consultants to provide a fast and accurate diagnosis. When you arrive with us for diagnostic tests or a scan you can be assured our team will look after you, talk you through what's going to happen and answer any questions you may have.
We work with leading consultants and surgeons who specialise in the investigation, management and treatment of a wide range of upper GI, lower GI and colorectal conditions and procedures.
Tests and scans we offer
To diagnose conditions your consultation may include a physical examination, blood tests and an X-ray.
Barium x-ray
BARIUM SWALLOW TEST A safe and rapid test that reveals early and subtle changes in both structure and function in all aspects of swallowing
Endoscopy
We offer a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures including gastroscopy, ERCP, cystoscopy, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy and more.
Gastrointestinal endoscopy
From complex gastric surgery to diagnostic tests, scans and procedures, we provide exceptional gastrointestinal care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
ERCP
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. A combined endoscopic and X-ray technique used to diagnose and treat a range of pancreatic and bile duct problems.
Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
Internal ultrasound of the abdomen. Endoscopic ultrasounds combine the technology of ultrasound scans and endoscopes to generate detailed images of the oesophagus, bowels, heart, stomach, lungs, pancreas, and the surrounding tissue and blood vessels.
Enteroscopy
An enteroscopy is a procedure to examine the small intestine with an endoscope, to help diagnose digestive problems
Bravo pH study
A relatively new method for detecting the reflux of acid from your stomach into your food pipe (oesophagus)
Video Capsule Endoscopy
A PILL-SIZED VIDEO CAPSULE TO SHOW THE INSIDE OF YOUR BODY Capsule endoscopy is a procedure where you swallow a pill-sized video capsule which slowly passes through your body
Flexible sigmoidoscopy
A procedure to look inside your rectum and lower colon with a small camera. This is an endoscopic investigation that's used to help diagnose colorectal and bowel conditions.
FibroScan®
A similar environment to having an ultrasound. This scan is called a transient elastrography for the measurement of liver fibrosis. At HCA UK our hepatologists can provide Fibroscan® technology in London, Birmingham and Manchester
Gastrointestinal laparoscopy
A procedure to investigate any problems you're having with your oesophagus, stomach, biliary system, pancreas or bowel.
MRI scan
Our consultant radiologists use some of the most technologically advanced MRI scanners to provide accurate examinations of the inside of your body.
CT scan
Computed tomography (CT) scan is sometimes referred to as a CAT scan and shows detailed 2D and 3D images of your organs, blood vessels and bones.
Ultrasound scan
An ultrasound scan is a common scan that uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of organs, tissue or blood flow inside the body.
Gastro-oesophageal reflux monitoring
From complex gastric surgery to diagnostic tests, scans and procedures, we provide exceptional gastroenterology care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Anorectal physiology tests
ASSESS THE STRENGTH AND FUNCTION OF THE ANAL SPHINCTER MUSCLES Assessment procedures using specialist equipment to diagnose a variety of bowel related conditions
Private Image-guided biopsy
From X-rays to MRI and ultrasound scanning, we provide exceptional investigations and diagnostic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics in London, Birmingham and Manchester.
Screening
Conditions we treat
Barrett's oesophagus
Irritated gullet (food pipe). If you're experiencing heartburn and indigestion as a result of Barrett's oesophagus, we can treat it
Upper gastrointestinal cancer
From complex oesphageal surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional gastrointestinal care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Dyspepsia
From complex gastrointestinal surgery to investigative procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Gallstones
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Peptic ulcers
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Achalasia
MUSCLE DISORDER IN THE GULLET
Achalasia is a rare muscle disorder in the oesophagus (gullet), which can make difficult to swallow food and drink.
Acid reflux
STOMACH ACID BACKS UP IN THE OESPHAGUS IRRITATING THE TISSUE IN THE THROAT
If you're experiencing a burning sensation down your throat, it could be down to acid reflux - we can help
Crohn's disease
From complex gastrointestinal and colorectal surgery to investigative procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Ulcerative colitis
From complex gastrointestinal and colorectal surgery to investigative procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Diverticular disease
From complex gastric surgery to investigative test and procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
From complex gastric surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional gastric care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Colorectal & Bowel Cancer
COLORECTAL CANCER AFFECTS THE LARGE BOWEL, WHICH IS MADE UP OF THE COLON AND RECTUM.
Screening can help diagnose colorectal cancer as early as possible, and in some cases detect cancer before you start to display symptoms. Early detection means treatment is likely to be more effective.
Chronic constipation
From complex GI surgery to diagnostic test and procedures, we provide exceptional gastrointestinal care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Polyps
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Anal fistula
Anal fistulas are small tunnels that develop between the end of the bowel and the skin near the anus
Incisional hernia
From complex hernia surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional surgical care across our network of hospitals, with consultations taking place at our outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Umbilical hernia
From complex sgoldersurgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Periumbilical hernia
From complex gastric surgery to straightforward colorectal procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Epigastric hernia
From complex hernia surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional GI care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Inguinal hernia
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Parastomal hernia
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Femoral hernia
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Complex incisional hernia
From complex hernia surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional surgical care across our network of hospitals.
Recurrent incisional hernia
From complex hernia surgery to diagnostic scans and procedures, we provide exceptional hernia care across our network of hospitals, with consultations and scans taking place at our outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Coeliac disease
Inlet patch
Haemorrhoids
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
Hernias
Rectal bleeding
Treatments we offer
All of your treatments will be personalised to your condition and needs, and you’ll receive comprehensive end-to-end care using the latest surgical and non-surgical procedures.
Recent advances in technology and care are transforming the treatment of digestive diseases. We offer a wide range of care, from diet and medication to endoscopic procedures and the latest surgical techniques.
If you need GI investigations, these are performed by specialist consultants in our endoscopy department. We can perform open, laparoscopic and minimally invasive alternatives depending on your individual diagnosis.
Cholecystectomy
GALLBLADDER REMOVAL
If you need to have your gallbladder removed, HCA UK provides open cholecystectomy
Colostomy reversal
RESTORING BOWEL FUNCTION AFTER A COLOSTOMY
If you've had a temporary colostomy, you'll need to have this procedure to restore bowel function
Anterior resection
ABDOMIOPERINEAL RESECTION / RECTAL CANCER SURGERY
A high or lower procedure to treat cancer of the rectum
Surgery for piles (haemorrhoids)
HAEMORRHOIDECTOMY
Piles can be uncomfortable and cause irritation but they can easily be removed with a surgical procedure
Laparoscopic hernia repair
KEYHOLE SURGERY TO REPAIR A HERNIA
If you need to have a hernia repaired, HCA UK provides laparoscopic hernia repair
Inguinal hernia repair
OPEN OR LARPAROSCOPIC SURGERY FOR A HERNIA IN THE GROIN
Inguinal hernia surgery is a surgical procedure to repair a hernia and strengthen the supporting abdominal muscles. This can be a primary hernia, or a recurrent hernia.
Umbilical hernia repair
SURGERY TO REPAIR A HERNIA NEAR YOUR NAVAL
Umbilical hernia surgery is a common procedure for infants and young children, particularly in babies born prematurely.
Femoral hernia repair
SURGERY TO REPAIR A HERNIA AT THE TOP OF YOUR THIGH
If you have a lump pushing through the top of your inner thigh, it may be a femoral hernia. HCA UK's experts can help.
Hiatus hernia repair
SURGERY TO REPAIR YOUR ABDOMEN FROM A HIATUS HERNIA
Keyhole or minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques are used during repair surgery
Incisional hernia repair (recurrent)
REPAIR TO A REOCCURRING HERNIA AT A PREVIOUS SURGERY SCAR
If you've a lump pushing a previous surgery scar, it may be a recurrent incisional hernia. HCA UK can help.
All of your treatments will be personalised to your condition and needs, and you’ll receive comprehensive end-to-end care using the latest surgical and non-surgical procedures.
Recent advances in technology and care are transforming the treatment of digestive diseases. We offer a wide range of care, from diet and medication to endoscopic procedures and the latest surgical techniques.
If you need GI investigations, these are performed by specialist consultants in our endoscopy department. We can perform open, laparoscopic and minimally invasive alternatives depending on your individual diagnosis.
Gastrointestinal cancer care
If you have been diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancer, we will connect you with the right specialist expert consultant for your condition. Our specialists cover the treatment of all types of cancers of the digestive system, including oesophageal cancer, stomach cancer (gastric cancer), pancreatic cancer, bowel cancer (colorectal cancer) and anal cancer.
We can provide you with the full breadth of cancer care in one location - from screening and diagnostics, to treatment options, including: surgery, interventional radiology, the latest treatment techniques in radiotherapy, innovative anti-cancer therapies (chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies) and highly specialised surgery including hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) with cytoreductive surgery.
Book an appointment
Our team can help with any enquiries or you can make an appointment with one of our experienced consultants.