Dr Udit Mittal

Dr Udit Mittal MBBS, MRCP(UK), FRCP(London), FRCP(Edin) is a leading Consultant Gastroenterologist, and nationally accredited bowel‑cancer‑screening colonoscopist at Oxford University Hospitals. With thousands of procedures performed, he offers specialist diagnosis and management for a comprehensive range of digestive and liver disorders. His practice covers heartburn and acid reflux (gastro‑oesophageal reflux disease and GORD), indigestion (dyspepsia), swallowing difficulties (dysphagia), abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), irritable bowel disorders, coeliac disease and food intolerances, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), rectal bleeding, haemorrhoids, gallstones, diverticular disease, diverticulitis, Barrett’s oesophagus, microscopic colitis, colon polyps and colorectal cancer screening, as well as nutritional and immune‑related conditions such as iron‑deficiency anaemia, autoimmune gastritis, haemochromatosis and malabsorption syndromes. He manages liver and pancreaticobiliary disease including fatty liver, cirrhosis, jaundice, pancreatitis, gallbladder polyps and gallstones, and offers expertise in gut‑microbiome imbalances (SIBO and dysbiosis), functional bowel disease, bloating, nausea and vomiting, unexplained weight loss and food intolerance. Dr Mittal graduated in 2006, completed internal medicine training in Sheffield, and specialised in gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy in Oxford. He was appointed Consultant Gastroenterologist at the John Radcliffe Hospital, where he developed a reputation for meticulous, compassionate care. As a nationally accredited bowel cancer screening colonoscopist, he performs a very high volume of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including gastroscopy (OGD), colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, polypectomy and advanced endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR). His focus is on early detection, precision diagnostics and prevention to reduce the risk of cancer and serious gastrointestinal disease. A champion of patient‑centred care, Dr Mittal offers private endoscopy and colonoscopy with sedation at The Manor Hospital in Oxford, The New Foscote Hospital in Banbury and the Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital in Aylesbury. He provides face‑to‑face, video and telephone consultations for both insured and self‑funding patients, with appointments available in the evenings to accommodate busy schedules. Consultations can be booked without GP referral and he is registered with all major insurers, including Bupa, AXA, Aviva, WPA, Vitality, Cigna, Aetna and Allianz. Beyond clinical practice, Dr Mittal is the Regional Representative for Oxfordshire on the British Society of Gastroenterology’s Clinical Services and Standards Committee and a Regional Specialty Adviser for the Royal College of Physicians (London). He represents Oxford and Thames Valley on the RCP’s New Consultant Committee and is a Fellow of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of London and Edinburgh. He maintains a strong  interest in precision medicine, preventative gastroenterology, the gut microbiome and digital health, regularly contributing to research and professional development. Dr Mittal speaks English and Hindi, and is known for his clear, empathetic communication and thorough follow‑up. Services • Comprehensive consultations for digestive conditions: heartburn/acid reflux, dyspepsia, GORD, swallowing disorders, abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, IBS and other functional bowel disorders. • Management of inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis), diverticular disease, coeliac/celiac disease, microscopic colitis and colon polyps. • Diagnosis and treatment of liver, bile duct and pancreatic disorders (abnormal liver function tests, hepatitis, fatty liver, cirrhosis, pancreatitis and gallstones). • Assessment of nutritional and immune‑related problems: iron‑deficiency anaemia, B12 deficiency, malabsorption and autoimmune gastritis. • Gut‑microbiome testing, SIBO breath testing and personalised gut‑health programmes using evidence‑based functional medicine. • Private endoscopic procedures: gastroscopy (OGD), flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, BRAVO pH studies, polypectomy and advanced polyp removal (EMR). • Cancer screening and prevention: bowel, stomach and oesophageal cancer screening, surveillance for high‑risk familial gastrointestinal syndromes, FIT stool testing. • Second opinions for complex gastrointestinal issues and advice on lifestyle, nutrition, probiotics and supplements. Why choose Dr Mittal? – Leading bowel‑cancer‑screening colonoscopist: accredited by the National Bowel Cancer Screening Programme and performing high volumes of procedures with excellent safety records. – Extensive expertise: manages the full spectrum of gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic and nutritional conditions using the latest evidence and technology. – Precision and prevention focus: emphasises early detection, precision diagnostics, minimally invasive interventions and personalised treatment plans. – Leadership and credentials: Regional Representative for Oxfordshire (BSG) and Regional Specialty Adviser for the RCP; Fellow of the Royal Colleges of Physicians. – Patient‑centred care: known for attentive listening, clear explanations, empathetic approach and thorough follow‑up; offers flexible appointment options (in‑person, video, telephone). – Convenient locations and multilingual service: consultations and procedures in Oxford, Banbury and Aylesbury; speaks English and Hindi, welcoming insured and self‑funding patients.

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

1. 2005–2011
   MD · Medicine and Surgery

   Universitat de València (GB)

2. 2011–2015
   Residency · Gastroenterology

   Universidad Complutense de Madrid (GB)

3. 2015–2016
   Fellowship · Subspecialty training

   Karolinska Stockholm, SE

1. 2015-09–2016-08
   Junior consultant

   Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Gastroenterology

1. 1 Choose a slot
2. 2 Brief pre-consult form
3. 3 Consultation
4. 4 Follow-up note & plan

Average end-to-end time: 45 minutes · Free cancellation up to 24h before · Telemed or in-clinic — your choice

h-index: 10 · i10: 8

Selected publications

1. European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes

   Dr Udit Mittal, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025

   DOI: 10.7655/euroclin.2025.0 · cited by 72

2. Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort

   Dr Udit Mittal, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024

   DOI: 10.2112/euroclin.2024.1 · cited by 138

3. European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes

   Dr Udit Mittal, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023

   DOI: 10.6737/euroclin.2023.2 · cited by 44

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