Concierge endoscopy · London
Private colonoscopy in London, with nothing sugar-coated.
The gold standard for the bowel - and the only test where a polyp can be found and removed in the same visit. We will be straight with you about the preparation, arrange sedation, and match you to a JAG-accredited unit and a consultant who does a lot of them.
Why patients choose us
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Honest about the prep
We tell you exactly what the day before involves - no one else seems willing to.
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High-volume consultants
We route to gastroenterologists with strong detection rates in JAG-accredited units.
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We chase the histology
Biopsy results take a week or two. We make sure they come back and are explained.
Indicative pricing
What a private colonoscopy costs in London.
Indicative ranges across our partner clinics. Send the details and we quote firm figures across two or three options.
In short
A diagnostic colonoscopy with sedation in our network: £1,400-£2,400, with findings on the day.
| Procedure | Indicative range | Typical duration | Report turnaround |
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| Diagnostic colonoscopy (with sedation) | £1,400–£2,400 | 30–45 min | Same day + 7–10 days |
| Colonoscopy with polyp removal | £1,800–£3,200 | 45–60 min | Same day + 7–14 days |
| Flexible sigmoidoscopy (lower bowel) | £900–£1,600 | 15–30 min | Same day + 7–10 days |
| Gastroscopy & colonoscopy together | £2,200–£3,600 | 60–75 min | Same day + 7–14 days |
| CT colonography (no camera) | £600–£1,100 | 30–45 min | 48–72 hrs |
| Consultation only (to decide) | £200–£350 | 30 min | Same day |
Prices vary by unit, the depth of sedation, and whether polyps are removed and sent for analysis. We come back with a firm quote within one working day.
The problem
The prep is the hard part. Everyone downplays it.
Most people are far more worried about the bowel preparation than the procedure - and they are right to be. We tell you honestly what the day before involves, then make the day itself as easy as possible with proper sedation and an experienced consultant.
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Dreading the prep?
We tell you exactly what to expect and how to make it more bearable. No false cheer.
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Anxious about sedation?
Most people remember almost nothing. We discuss the options before you commit.
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Not sure you need one?
Sometimes a sigmoidoscopy or a scan is the better first step. We will say so.
The journey
From enquiry to report - what happens, in order.
One clinician from first message to results - including the bit after the procedure.
Phase 1 · Before your procedure
Concierge, off-stage for you
Phase 2 · On the day
~half a day at the unit
Phase 3 · After
Concierge, back on
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Before
You tell us what is going on
A short, confidential form. Symptoms, timeline, referral or insurer if you have them.
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Before
We come back with a recommendation
Within one working day: which test, which unit, indicative price. If a colonoscopy is not the right step, we say so.
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Before
We arrange the appointment
Usually within a week or two. We send the bowel preparation, explain it clearly, and review any blood-thinning or diabetes medication.
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On the day
Arrival, consent and sedation
Arrival, consent and sedation. You change, meet your consultant, and the sedation is given through a small cannula.
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On the day
The procedure itself
30-45 minutes. You are sedated and comfortable throughout, and most people remember very little of it.
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On the day
Recovery, then home
About an hour recovering with tea and biscuits, then home with whoever is collecting you. No driving for 24 hours.
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After
Findings and next steps
Your consultant explains what they saw on the day. Any biopsy results follow in 7-14 days, and we make sure they are explained.
Typical end-to-end: 1-2 weeks. Urgent cases: days.
What it shows
Find the reason that matches your symptom.
A colonoscopy answers questions no other bowel test can - and treats as it goes. These are the reasons people come to us.
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Bleeding from the bottom
The clearest way to find the cause, from haemorrhoids to something needing treatment.
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A change in bowel habit
Persistent looser, more frequent or altered bowel movements that will not settle.
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Polyps - found and removed
Polyps can be removed during the same procedure, before they ever become cancer.
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Bowel cancer detection
The gold-standard test, and the reason screening saves lives.
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Crohn’s & colitis
Diagnoses and monitors inflammatory bowel disease, with biopsies taken.
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Ongoing abdominal pain
Investigates persistent lower abdominal pain when other tests are unclear.
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Family history
Earlier and more frequent surveillance if bowel cancer runs in your family.
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Unexplained anaemia
Low iron with no obvious cause often warrants a look at the bowel.
Procedure types
Not all bowel tests are the same.
What each option on your referral is actually for.
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Diagnostic colonoscopy
A flexible camera examines the whole large bowel, usually under sedation.
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Therapeutic colonoscopy
Polyps are removed and biopsies taken during the same procedure.
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Flexible sigmoidoscopy
Examines only the lower bowel - quicker, with lighter preparation.
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Gastroscopy combined
Upper and lower endoscopy in one sedated visit, if both are needed.
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CT colonography
A scan-based alternative when a camera test is unsuitable - but polyps cannot be removed.
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Surveillance colonoscopy
Planned follow-up after polyps, cancer or for a strong family history.
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Sedation options
From light conscious sedation to deeper sedation - discussed beforehand.
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Bowel preparation
The drink that clears the bowel. Unpleasant, essential, and we explain it honestly.
Our vetted London network
A small panel of clinics, we picked them.
Partners across central, north, west and south London. Not listed publicly - introductions are made privately, once we understand your case.
Selection criteria
How we choose every clinic in our network.
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CQC-registered, JAG-accredited endoscopy units
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Performed by a consultant gastroenterologist with high detection rates
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Sedation given and monitored by experienced endoscopy teams
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Biopsy results back within 7-14 days, explained to you properly
Safety and eligibility
Very safe - but there is real planning to do.
Colonoscopy is very safe, but there are real things to plan: the preparation, sedation and getting home, and any blood-thinning medication.
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Bowel preparation
The part people dread. You drink a strong laxative the day before and stay near a toilet. We will not pretend it is pleasant, but it is essential.
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Sedation
Most people have conscious sedation and remember little. You will need someone to take you home.
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You cannot drive afterwards
Sedation means no driving for 24 hours, and someone should stay with you that night.
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Risks - perforation
A tear in the bowel wall is rare, around 1 in 1,000, and lower for purely diagnostic tests.
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Risks - bleeding
Minor bleeding can occur after polyp removal. Significant bleeding is uncommon.
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Blood-thinning medication
Warfarin, DOACs and clopidogrel may need pausing beforehand. Never stop without advice - we coordinate this.
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Diabetes medication
Fasting and bowel prep affect blood sugar. We give clear instructions for insulin and tablets.
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Pregnancy
Colonoscopy is usually deferred in pregnancy unless urgent. Tell us if you are or might be pregnant.
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Time off
Plan the prep day at home and the day itself off work. Most people are back to normal the next day.
Reading your report
An endoscopy report can look intimidating. It isn't.
However much was examined, the report keeps to the same four parts.
A quiet reminder
You will be told the headline on the day - the biopsy detail takes a little longer.
If you would like us to talk you through it before your follow-up, just ask.
- 01 Header
Your details and the question
Your details, what was examined, and the symptoms behind the referral.
- 02 Technique
How the procedure was done
How far the camera reached, the quality of the bowel preparation, and what sedation was used.
- 03 Findings
What the endoscopist saw
A description of the bowel lining segment by segment, including any polyps found and removed, and where biopsies were taken.
- 04 Impression
The conclusion: read this first
The conclusion, and when you need another colonoscopy - read this first. Biopsy results follow separately.
Recognised by major UK insurers
Most policies cover colonoscopy when clinically indicated; we confirm cover and pre-authorisation before booking.
Frequently asked
Everything we get asked about colonoscopy.
Quick answers on cost, the bowel prep, sedation, risks and results.
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How bad is the bowel preparation, honestly?
It is the worst part, and we will not pretend otherwise. You drink a strong laxative the day before and need to stay near a toilet for several hours. The procedure itself, under sedation, is far easier than the prep.
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Does a colonoscopy hurt?
Most people feel little or nothing. Conscious sedation is standard and many remember almost none of it. You may feel bloating from the air used to open the bowel.
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How much does a private colonoscopy cost in London?
A diagnostic colonoscopy with sedation is typically £1,400-£2,400 in our network. Removing polyps or combining with a gastroscopy costs more. We confirm a firm figure within one working day.
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Will I be asleep?
Usually you have conscious sedation rather than a general anaesthetic - drowsy and comfortable but not fully asleep. Deeper sedation can be arranged if you are very anxious.
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Can I drive home afterwards?
No. Sedation means you cannot drive for 24 hours, and you need someone to take you home and ideally stay with you overnight.
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What are the risks?
It is a very safe procedure. Perforation of the bowel is rare, around 1 in 1,000, and bleeding after polyp removal is uncommon. Your gastroenterologist will discuss both with you beforehand.
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What if they find a polyp?
That is one of the main reasons to have the test - polyps are usually removed there and then, before they can ever become cancer. They are sent for analysis and results follow in 7-14 days.
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Is CT colonography a good alternative?
It is a reasonable option if a camera test is unsuitable, but it uses radiation and polyps cannot be removed. If it finds something, you usually need a colonoscopy anyway. We will advise honestly.
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Do I need a referral?
A colonoscopy is arranged with a consultation first, so the right test is chosen and your medication reviewed. We can arrange that consultation quickly.
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When will I get the results?
The endoscopist usually tells you what they saw on the day, once you are awake. Biopsy and polyp results take 7-14 days, and we make sure they are explained to you.