Access fast gastroenterology appointments with a specialist
Digestive symptoms can affect many areas of your daily life, including your comfort, confidence, energy levels, and overall wellbeing. Whether you are experiencing ongoing abdominal discomfort, bloating, reflux, or changes in bowel habits, specialist assessment can help identify the cause and support effective treatment. At The Beaumont Hospital, private gastroenterology in Bolton provides fast access to experienced specialists in a calm, professional, and supportive environment.
Gastroenterology focuses on conditions affecting the digestive system, including the stomach, oesophagus, intestines, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. Symptoms can vary from mild and occasional to persistent and disruptive, which is why early investigation can play an important role in supporting accurate diagnosis and effective management.
At The Beaumont Hospital, your care is tailored to your individual symptoms and health needs, with coordinated investigations, clear communication, and personalised treatment planning throughout your care journey.
Gastroenterology is the medical specialty focused on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the digestive system.
This includes the oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, liver, gallbladder and pancreas. Gastroenterologists are trained to assess a wide range of symptoms and identify underlying causes that may not always be immediately obvious.
Common symptoms investigated include abdominal pain, bloating, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, changes in bowel habits, unexplained weight loss and rectal bleeding. Gastroenterology also covers long-term conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), coeliac disease and acid reflux.
By combining clinical expertise with advanced diagnostics, gastroenterology helps ensure accurate diagnosis and effective, tailored treatment.
The cost of an initial consultation with a gastroenterologist starts from around £200. The cost of your treatment will depend on your symptoms and condition, which treatments you are having, which consultant you choose, and other factors personal to you.
You can choose to fund your treatment through self-pay (paying for yourself) or use private health insurance. We work with most major providers, and our friendly advisory team can help guide you through using your cover.
Our flexible payment options help you spread the cost of your payment across a time period that suits you. We offer fixed-term monthly payment plans over one to five years with no deposit required. If you decide to pay over 10 months, you will pay interest-free. If you are paying for a longer period, you will pay 9.9% APR.
You may be referred to a gastroenterologist if you are experiencing symptoms that are persistent, worsening or affecting your quality of life.
Common reasons for referral include:
Some patients also seek private care for reassurance or a second opinion, particularly if symptoms have not improved with previous treatment. Early assessment can help identify underlying causes and reduce uncertainty.
Your first appointment is a detailed consultation designed to build a clear understanding of your symptoms and overall health.
Your consultant will ask about when your symptoms began, how often they occur and whether anything triggers or relieves them. You may also be asked about your diet, lifestyle, medications, stress levels and family history of digestive conditions.
A physical examination of your abdomen may be carried out, and your consultant will explain whether further tests are recommended. These may include blood tests, imaging, or endoscopic procedures.
Importantly, your consultant will explain each step clearly and ensure you feel comfortable and informed throughout the process.
Accurate diagnosis is a key part of effective gastroenterology care. At The Beaumont Hospital, you have access to a wide range of diagnostic tests.
These may include:
Endoscopic procedures are also commonly used to investigate your bowel.
Gastroscopy allows examination of the upper digestive tract, while colonoscopy assesses the large bowel. These procedures can identify inflammation, ulcers or other abnormalities and may allow biopsies to be taken.
During a gastroscopy, your consultant will insert a small, flexible tube with a camera and light attached to it, called an endoscope, into your intestine through your mouth. This endoscope is connected to a monitor that your consultant can refer to as they perform the procedure. A gastroscopy can help diagnose many conditions that affect your stomach, including stomach ulcers, a blockage in your oesophagus, or non-cancerous growths.
A colonoscopy is used to investigate symptoms such as abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, changes in bowel habits, or unexplained weight loss, and it can also be used as a screening tool for bowel cancer. It plays a crucial role in diagnosing conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal polyps, and bowel cancer.
Your consultant will explain each test clearly, including what it involves and what information it will provide.
Treatment within gastroenterology is tailored to the underlying cause of your symptoms, how severe they are, and the impact they are having on your daily life. At The Beaumont Hospital, your gastroenterologist will create a personalised treatment plan designed to improve digestive function, relieve discomfort, and support your long-term health and wellbeing.
Many gastrointestinal conditions can be managed successfully with the right combination of medical care, lifestyle support, and ongoing monitoring. Your treatment may involve medication, nutritional advice, further investigations, or specialist procedures depending on your diagnosis and individual needs.
Medication is commonly used to help control digestive symptoms and manage underlying gastrointestinal conditions. Depending on your diagnosis, treatment may aim to reduce inflammation, ease abdominal discomfort, regulate bowel activity, lower stomach acid production, or treat infection.
Your consultant will recommend treatment based on your symptoms, medical history, and response to previous therapies. Medication can often be adjusted over time to ensure symptoms remain well controlled and treatment continues to work effectively.
Diet can play an important role in digestive health, and certain foods or eating habits may contribute to gastrointestinal symptoms. Your consultant may recommend practical dietary adjustments to help improve digestion and reduce symptom flare-ups.
This could include guidance around meal timing, portion sizes, hydration, or avoiding foods that may aggravate symptoms. In some cases, referral to a specialist dietitian may also be recommended for more personalised nutritional support and long-term dietary management.
Lifestyle factors can sometimes influence digestive symptoms and overall gastrointestinal health. As part of your care, you may receive advice on areas such as stress management, physical activity, sleep, and establishing routines that support healthy digestion.
These changes are designed to work alongside medical treatment and may help improve symptom control, reduce flare-ups, and support your general wellbeing over time.
Some gastrointestinal conditions may require additional procedures to support diagnosis or treatment. Endoscopic procedures such as gastroscopy or colonoscopy allow your consultant to examine the digestive tract in more detail and, in some situations, carry out treatment during the same procedure.
Specialist interventions may also be recommended if symptoms are not improving with conservative treatment alone. If further procedures are advised, your consultant will explain why they are recommended, what they involve, and what you can expect before, during, and after treatment.
Certain digestive conditions require regular monitoring and follow-up appointments to help manage symptoms effectively and assess how well treatment is working. This is particularly important for conditions that are long term, inflammatory, or prone to recurring flare-ups.
Ongoing review allows your gastroenterologist to monitor your progress, review investigation results, and make any necessary adjustments to your treatment plan. Having access to consistent specialist support can help you manage your condition more confidently and maintain better long-term digestive health.
When you choose to go private with Circle Health Group, you can expect:
Going private for healthcare provides faster access to a vast range of treatment options, greater flexibility in choosing specialists, and more personalised care.
To book a consultation to discuss your symptoms with a gastroenterologist near you, use our online booking system, or give us a call and one of our dedicated advisors will help you find an appointment time that suits you.
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