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Dr Rex J Polson

Gastroenterology Birmingham

Dr Rex J Polson

16 years of experience

2,280+
Patients seen
16
Years in practice
4
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Rex J Polson at a glance

Dr Rex J Polson is a Gastroenterology practitioner based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. They have 47+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2006). Serves patients in Birmingham, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Rex J Polson is a highly experienced Gastroenterologist. 

After qualifying from St Mary's Hospital Medical School in 1979, Dr Rex J Polson completed his medical training at several teaching hospitals in London including The Liver Unit at King's College Hospital where he undertook research for his MD.  He then took up a post as Consultant Physician with an interest in Gastroenterology at Solihull Hospital in November 1991.

Dr Rex J Polson is a.fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of London, former President of the Midlands Gastroenterological Society and has  also been awarded a LLM (dist) in Law from Nottingham Law School.

Dr Rex J Polson has a special interest in endoscopy and treats a range of conditions including irritable bowel disease, liver disease and the full range of gastrointestinal conditions.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Rex J Polson

Education & training

  1. 2000–2006 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Birmingham (GB)
  2. 2006–2010 Residency · Gastroenterology
    UAB Barcelona, Birmingham (GB)
  3. 2010–2011 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2010-09–2011-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Gastroenterology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-819040 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Gastroenterology
#EB-260C13A9 · issued 2011 · renewal 2021
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,112
Annual physical exam 99395 2,846
Vaccination administration 90471 2,310
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 569

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 120 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Rex J Polson
HEADSHOT
Rex J Polson in consultation
IN OFFICE
Rex J Polson with the team
WITH TEAM
Rex J Polson at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 103s
Meet Rex J Polson

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 12

  1. Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Rex J Polson, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7275/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 37430530 · cited by 192
  2. European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
    Rex J Polson, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.4359/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31035402 · cited by 66
  3. Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Rex J Polson, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.7315/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 39559484 · cited by 60
  4. European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
    Rex J Polson, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.3629/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 36519570 · cited by 86

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Gastroenterology European Annual Congress (Gastroenterology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Gastroenterology National Society Meeting · Birmingham · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Gastroenterology — Birmingham · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2011
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2011
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2011

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterology
  • Awareness When should you see a gastroenterology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · dr.rex.polson@euroclinics.example

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Rex J Polson's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Rex J Polson treats, with the size of the national pool of United Kingdom doctors offering the same care.

Gastroenterology

Digestive-tract conditions including reflux, IBS, IBD, liver disease and colorectal screening.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Rex J Polson specialise in?

    Rex J Polson specialises in Gastroenterology in Birmingham, GB. 47 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Rex J Polson treat?

    Rex J Polson treats conditions within Gastroenterology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Rex J Polson practise?

    Rex J Polson practises in Birmingham, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Rex J Polson speak?

    Rex J Polson speaks English.

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