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GASTROSCOPY

WE CAN HELP WITH:

Gastroscopy is a procedure that allows a doctor to look inside your oesophagus (the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach), your stomach and the first part of your small intestine (duodenum).

It’s performed using a narrow, flexible, telescopic camera called a gastroscope. The gastroscope is swallowed and passed down your oesophagus into your stomach and then into the duodenum.

A referral for Gastroscopy is required. This can come from, our Gastroenterology service, our private GP or a consultant or GP you have previously seen regarding your symptoms.

REASONS YOU MAY NEED A GASTROSCOPY:

A gastroscopy can be used to see if there are any growths or ulcers in your oesophagus, stomach or duodenum, and can be used to take a biopsy.

A Gastroscopy can also help find out what is causing symptoms such as:

indigestion
heartburn
repeated vomiting or vomiting blood
long-term abdominal (tummy) pain
difficulty swallowing
weight loss
anaemia

It can be used to help diagnose certain gastrointestinal conditions such as:

coeliac disease
reflux oesophagitis (inflammation and damage to your oesophagus usually caused by stomach acid)
ulcers
Barrett's oesophagus
cancer of the oesophagus and stomach

FAQ'S

WHY USE LIVINGCARE?

NO REFERRAL REQUIRED

Whilst most healthcare organisations require a GP referral for a specialist service, here at LivingCare we can produce that GP referral for you through our team of Private GPs

EASY TO ACCESS

With one phone call, one email or one message we can get you booked in for a consultation.

We do not want you waiting around feeling ill. We will let you choose when you come and see us, rather than telling you when we are free.

COMPLETE PATHWAY

Our specialist consultants can provide a full pathway including some of the best technology in the world. We can provide you with support from first symptoms through to investigation and treatment.

THE PROCESS

Your healthcare journey in 4 easy steps...

Give us a call or use our contact form below to get in touch with us.

1. GET IN TOUCH

2. WE CONTACT YOU

Within 24 hours by somebody from our team.
We'll offer you an appointment date and time to suit you.

3. ATTEND YOUR
APPOINTMENT

Attend your appointment on your chosen date and time to see our highly qualified consultant.

4. ANYTHING ELSE?

We'll refer you for any further tests, treatments or reviews you might need, and take care of the booking processes following your appointment.

PAYMENT OPTIONS

SELF PAY

We understand that immediate access to healthcare is sometimes essential. With our self-pay service, there are no waiting lists. Within 24 hours, you will be offered a consultation date to see a medical professional that is convenient for you. Our expert team can then give you an assessment and treatment within 1 week of your consultation.

Your consultation and any tests, scans or investigations will be charged separately, however all of these costs will be quoted to you before anything commences and you are under no obligation to continue your treatment with us unless you are happy to do so.

To find a full overview of our services and prices, please visit our Prices page.

MEDICAL INSURANCE

If you are paying for your procedure or treatment with medical insurance, you will need to liaise closely with the insurance provider throughout the process.

Before attending your first appointment, you should contact your insurance company to check that that your condition is covered for all stages of treatments.

You will need to visit your GP and ask them to refer you to The LivingCare Group at Thorpe Park Clinic for a private procedure. Your GP will write a letter of referral and then either you or your GP can contact us to arrange your first appointment.