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Immediate access to private endoscopy services
Endoscopy
Read more about what an Endoscopy is, why you might need one and what can be detected from an Endoscopy.
Affordable, accessible, accredited private endoscopy
Why choose Vista Health for your Endoscopy?
Vista Health provides JAG-accredited endoscopy services, ensuring patients receive safe, high-quality care and clear results from experienced specialists.
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Affordable
Consultations only £225. See the below table for full price list.
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Support
Our dedicated Patient Care Team is available from 8am to 8pm weekdays, and 8am to 1pm weekends.
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Accessible
We offer endoscopy services in Bristol and North Solihull, providing fast access and convenient appointments.
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Self-refer for a consultation
You can book a consultation with one of our endoscopists online, or by phone. A diagnostic referral is included in the price of your consultation.
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No wait times
Immediate access with fast and convenient appointments.
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Quality assured
Quality is a priority for us. The Joint Advisory Group on GI Endoscopy (JAG) has accredited several sites within the service.
Immediate access to private endoscopy services
Endoscopy is a procedure for examining the inside of your body with an endoscope. It’s particularly useful for exploring symptoms and diagnosing conditions affecting the stomach, bowel and digestive system. An endoscope - a long, thin tube with a small camera inside - is passed into your body to help diagnose and treat symptoms and conditions. Different types of endoscopy are used to look at different parts of the body.
What is an endoscopy?
Endoscopy is a procedure for examining the inside of your body using an endoscope - a long, flexible tube that carries a tiny camera and light source into your stomach or bowel. It can be used for diagnosis when you’re experiencing symptoms, or as part of a biopsy to check for certain conditions. It’s particularly useful for exploring common symptoms affecting the stomach, bowel and digestive system.
Private endoscopy with Vista Health begins with a convenient, affordable consultation with one of our consultants. This will allow you to access an endoscopy procedure quickly, if that’s how you decide to proceed.
Endoscopy
What type of endoscopy are available at Vista Health?
A number of different procedures can be carried out using endoscopy equipment. The key types performed by Vista Health are:
Colonoscopy
To examine changes in the large intestine and rectum for certain bowel conditions. Symptoms that may require a colonoscopy include anal discharge, diarrhoea, itchy anus, constipation and bowel incontinence. Our procedures include biopsy if required.
Gastroscopy
To investigate the oesophagus (gullet), stomach and small intestine. You may be referred for a gastroscopy if you have symptoms including heartburn, difficulty swallowing, indigestion, regular blood vomiting and long-term stomach pain. Our procedures include biopsy if required.
Flexible-Sigmoidoscopy
To look into the rectum and lower bowels. For example, hemorrhoids (piles), polyps and bowel cancer. Our procedures include biopsy if required.
Combined procedure (Upper & Lower)
This means you’ll have both a camera test of your stomach (gastroscopy) and a camera test of your bowel (either a colonoscopy or a flexible sigmoidoscopy) during the same appointment. These tests are carried out one after the other, not at the same time, to help give your doctor a complete picture of your digestive system. Having both procedures in one visit can help find the cause of symptoms such as diarrhoea, weight loss or anaemia, and may reduce the need for multiple appointments.
What symptoms would prompt an endoscopy?
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, gastrointestinal endoscopy could be appropriate for you:
- Difficulty swallowing
- Abdominal pain
- Heartburn/indigestion
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Nausea and vomiting
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Unexplained weight loss
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Vomiting blood
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Diarrhoea
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Blood in your stool
How much will private endoscopy with Vista Health cost?
We can provide consultations by highly experienced Consultant Gastroenterologists for patients who require an endoscopy. You will be contacted to schedule a telephone appointment at your earliest convenience. During your consultation, your consultant will discuss your symptoms and create a management plan based on your needs. A diagnostic referral is included in the price if required.
Before you decide to proceed further we’ll talk you through the whole procedure, including the cost.
All procedures include a medical report, the results of any biopsies taken, and a face-to-face follow-up consultation on the day of your procedure.
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Consultation
An outpatient consultation which lasts between 15-30 minutes typically to discuss the patient's symptoms and create a management plan.
Referral included in the price if required.
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£225
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Gastroscopy
Includes biopsy/polyp and histology, medical report and results of biopsies taken.
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£1,100
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Flexi-Sigmoidoscopy
Flexi-Sigmoidoscopy
Includes biopsy/polyp and histology, medical report and results of biopsies taken.
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£1,200
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Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy
Includes biopsy/polyp and histology, medical report and results of biopsies taken.
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£1,700
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Combined procedure (colonoscopy & gastroscopy)
Includes biopsy/polyp and histology, medical report and results of biopsies taken.
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£2,150
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Face to face follow-up consultation on the day
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FREE
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Our locations
Where can I book an endoscopy?
With two dedicated endoscopy centres in Bristol and North Solihull, you won’t have to wait long for your procedure. You or your loved one can be seen by one of our experienced gastrointestinal specialists at a time and date that suits you.
How do I book private endoscopy services with Vista Health?
With a referral
If you have a referral from your GP stating the procedure required, please send the referral to our patient care team at booking@vistahealth.co.uk.
What if I don't have a referral?
Vista Health offer telephone consultations with a highly qualified Endoscopist, who can provide a diagnostic referral if required. We can support you by discussing your symptoms and recommend the best possible plan for your condition.
To book a consultation with one of our Endoscopists, please start by completing our online form.
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