Dr Sukhdev Chatu

Consultant Gastroenterologist & Physician

MBBS (Hons), MRCP (UK), MD (Res), MRCP (Gastroenterology)

Dr. Chatu is a highly experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist with extensive expertise in gastroenterology, hepatology, and general internal medicine. He is known for his calm, patient-centred approach, clear and thoughtful communication, and strong diagnostic skills.

He currently practices at King’s College Hospital and serves as an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at King’s College London, demonstrating his dedication to advancing clinical practice and medical education.

Dr. Chatu completed his medical training at the prestigious St Bartholomew’s and Royal London Medical School, graduating with multiple distinctions. He went on to undertake specialist training in gastroenterology and general internal medicine at several leading London hospitals through the London Deanery. To broaden his clinical experience, he spent a year practising in Brisbane, Australia, before pursuing full-time research that led to the award of an MD from the University of London.

He has published extensively in high-impact, peer-reviewed medical journals and is the author of the respected textbook Hands-on Guide to Clinical Pharmacology. His contributions to gastrointestinal cancer care have been recognised nationally, including an invitation to present at the Houses of Parliament. His research has been supported by a Medical Research Council grant.

Dr. Chatu is a member of several leading professional organisations, including the British Society of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, the Royal College of Physicians, and the British Medical Association.

With dual accreditation in general medicine and advanced life support, he delivers truly holistic, patient-centred care. He carefully tailors each diagnostic and treatment plan to the individual, with particular expertise in managing complex or long-standing gastrointestinal conditions.

Dr Sukhdev Chatu works at the following clinics

The Gut Health Centre

01689 490 111

Orpington

01689 490 111

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Areas of Expertise and Procedures 

Dr Chatu is highly skilled in both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including: 

  • Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy (diagnostic and therapeutic) 
  • Capsule endoscopy (small and large bowel) 
  • High-resolution oesophageal manometry, pH and impedance testing (including BRAVO) 
  • PEG tube insertion and enteral feeding management 
  • Flexible sigmoidoscopy, oesophageal stenting, and endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) 

Clinical Interests 

Dr Chatu treats a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, including but not limited to: 

  • Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), Barrett’s oesophagus, and swallowing disorders 
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis 
  • Hepatology and liver disease, including fatty liver, autoimmune hepatitis, and viral hepatitis 
  • Pancreatic and biliary conditions, neurogastroenterology, and motility disorders 
  • Complex reflux, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, bloating and SIBO 

Tests and Treatments Available 

  • Endoscopy (OGD) 
  • Colonoscopy and Colon Capsule Endoscopy 
  • Liver biopsy and FibroScan 
  • BRAVO Capsule and oesophageal function testing 
  • Sigmoidoscopy, enteral feeding (PEG and gastro-jejunostomy) 
  • Bowel and colon cancer screening 
  • Stool testing and video consultations 

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