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Dr Simon Anderson

MB ChB, MD, FRCP

Gastroenterologist

35 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+3 more)

13 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Syed Hassan, Professor Peter Irving and 2 others

4.98

/5

(336 reviews)

35 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+3 more)

13 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Syed Hassan, Professor Peter Irving and 2 others

607 Recommendations for:

Colonoscopy(128)
Endoscopy (OGD)(64)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)(53)
Others(349)

Latest Patient Review

11 Aug 2025

First rate experience overall as usual. Dr Anderson is always friendly, and puts you at ease....

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About Dr Simon Anderson

Dr Simon Anderson is a Consultant Gastroenterologist at London Bridge Hospital, and also practises at Guy's & St Thomas' Foundation Trust. At the renowned London Bridge Hospital, Dr Anderson and his team carry out consultations, diagnosis and treatment of digestive and stomach diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and Crohn's disease.

Dr Anderson graduated from the University of Cape Town in 1990. He then underwent higher specialist training at King's College Hospital (Liver Diseases and Intensive Care) and Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital (Gastroenterology) in London. He was awarded a Wellcome Institute Research Fellowship and went on to conduct full-time research at St Thomas' Hospital. He was awarded a Doctorate of Medicine (MD) from the University of London in 2004. He was appointed Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at Guy's and St Thomas' Foundation Trust in 2006 where he leads an acute general medicine firm.

His interests include all therapeutic endoscopy, colonoscopy and balloon enteroscopy, wireless capsule endoscopy and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). His research interests include techniques for the diagnosis and treatment of small-intestinal disease and ulcerative colitis. He is a lead investigator in a trial of the role of exercise in Crohn's disease and is a co-investigator into the genetics of IBD.

Patient testimonials highlight Dr Anderson's caring but professional approach with patients. He is also heavily involved in teaching the next generation of doctors, passing on his medical training and skills.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & skill endorsements by other professionals

  • Colonoscopy (128)
  • Endoscopy (OGD) (64)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (53)
  • Others (349)

Subspecialties
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) such as ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease

All conditions and treatments

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3626056


Education

University of Cape Town

Medicine

Graduated 1990


Qualifications
  • MB ChB - University of Cape Town - 1990
  • MD - University of London - 2004
  • FRCP
  • Member of the British Society of Gastroenterology

Languages spoken
  • English
Consultation fees
  • New appointment: £300
  • Follow-up appointment: £220

insurers
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • The Exeter
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Healix Health Services
  • Aviva Health
  • AXA Health
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • Vitality
  • General and Medical
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Cigna

Location

All locations for Dr Simon Anderson

HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital

4.82

(4820)

27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR

4.76

(1987)

Chelsea Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SW1W 8RH

4.8

(596)

272 & 280 Kings Road, London, United Kingdom, SW3 5AW

4.9

(87)

St Thomas Hospital, Westminster Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SE1 7EH

Reviews

5

First rate experience overall as usual. Dr Anderson is always friendly, and puts you at ease. He explains everything very well, and makes sure you understand what he will be doing.

11 Aug 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Colonoscopy

5

Easily the best doctor I’ve ever had the pleasure of. He was kind, thoughtful and took the time to truly understand what has been a long term issue without being dismissive. Can’t recommend him enough

25 Apr 2025verified patient

5

I have been a patient of Dr. Anderson since 2021 and can highly recommend him. He puts you at ease, listens to your concerns and explains everything very clearly.

13 Oct 2024verified patient

5

My questions were answered fully, and this cleared my ideas and fears. The follow-up to my decision to pursue the course Dr Simon Anderson had suggested was prompt . It made me feel protected.

16 Sep 2024verified patient

5

Dr Anderson is the kindest most knowledge gastroenterologist. He listens to his patients and really cares about their health and their outcomes. He never rushes appointments and you always feel listened to. Without Dr Anderson my daughter would have no quality of life. When she met him she was bed bound and hospitalised in excruciating pain. He took on her care and ensured that she received appropriate tests to get to the right diagnosis. We continue to see Dr Anderson for his ongoing support and care. I cannot recommend him highly enough and as a family we are so grateful for the care he gave, and continues to give, our daughter.

16 Jul 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Gastroparesis
Nutrition

5

Dr Simon Anderson is very experienced and has a vast understanding to individual needs and concerns. He has a warm character and good sense of humour. I felt very safe and all was sorted quickly. thank you

08 Jul 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Colonoscopy

5

I've been referred to Dr. Anderson, recently, for a colonoscopy / advanced polypectomy, and I could not ask to be seen and treated by someone more professional, caring, compassionate and a true expert in his field. From the first consultation, his 5* bedside manners, kindness, willingness to listen to my concerns and explain, in excellent level of detail, what the options were, and the recommended course of action, has made me feel safe, confident that my case would be resolved, effectively, and it truly put my mind at ease. As expected, the procedure went well, his support post procedure was also outstanding, and I'm relieved to have restored my health, counting on his decades of experience, latest resources available in medicine. I could not be a happier patient and I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Anderson's to every family member, friends or someone I care about, who's in need of a great gastroenterologist. Big shout to his team of PA's and Office, who made multiple consultations and procedures organization tasks easier and conducted with professionalism. Thank you all for all ebergy and commitment you've put recently on my health journey. Wish you all the very best.

01 Jul 2024verified patient

5

Dr. Anderson is an excellent consultant. He both listens, explains and advises in equal measure.

23 May 2024verified patient

5

Dr. Anderson was fantastic. He got me organised and helped me enormously.

16 May 2024verified patient

5

Dr Anderson provided immensely valuable care and guidance in seeing me at short notice, taking time to listen to my issues with the longstanding ulcerative colitis and went over and above in offering advice and best plan of treatment going forward even though that would be with the NHS. A genuine nice person.

06 May 2024verified patient
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Endorsements

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Dr Anderson is a well respected gastroenterologist with a wealth of knowledge and a reputation for providing great service to his patients

20 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
Endoscopy (OGD)

Dr. Syed Hassan

Dr. Syed Hassan

Respiratory Medicine
Is a colleague

Excellent gastroenterologist - I would highly recommend Simon

09 Mar 2024
Endorsed for
Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
Enteroscopy

Professor Peter Irving

Professor Peter Irving

Gastroenterology
Is a colleague

I've known Simon for over 20 years, and is an excellent opinion on inflammatory bowel disease, small bowel diseases, and capsule endoscopy. I have been referring patients to Simon on a regular basis, always to good effect

26 Oct 2020
Endorsed for
Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
Gastroenterology
Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)

DW

Dr Terence Wong

Gastroenterology
Is a colleague

Simon is a highly experienced and dedicated gastroenterologist, and has excellent bedside manner. A pleasure to work with, particularly when managing patients with complex small bowel diseases that require endoscopic procedures.

27 Sep 2020
Endorsed for
Gastroenterology
Bulimia
Tooth Extraction

DD

Dr Jason Dunn

Gastroenterology
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Dr Simon Anderson's reviews like?

Dr Simon Anderson's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 336 reviews.

What languages does Dr Simon Anderson speak?

Dr Simon Anderson speaks English

Where is Dr Simon Anderson located?

Dr Simon Anderson primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital, located at 27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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Does Dr Simon Anderson accept new patients?

Dr Simon Anderson generally accepts new patients.

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