Dr Voi Shim Wong
BSc, MBChB, MD, FRCPGastroenterology
Recommended by
7 specialists
33 years of experience
22 years as a specialist
Practices worked at
Golders Green Outpatients and Diagnostics Centre
Roman House, Roman House, 296 Golders Green Rd, London, United Kingdom, NW11 9PYSt Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA776 reviews
Specialist's working hours
Mon
Not available
Tue
13:30 - 17:00
Wed
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Thu
16:00 - 18:00
Fri
16:00 - 18:00
Sat
Not available
Sun
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About
Dr. Voi Shim Wong has over 20 years of experience as a Consultant Gastroenterologist. He is based at Whittington Hospital, London.
Dr. Wong completed his initial medical training at the University of St. Andrews, graduating in 1987. Following this, he went on to complete his higher training in gastroenterology and hepatology across the UK, in Manchester, Leeds, Cambridge and Liverpool; giving him a broad range of experience and excellent mentorship early in his career.
Dr. Wong sees patients with the full range of general gastroenterology problems, with particular focus on dyspepsia, inflammatory bowel disease and liver diseases. He is additionally an expert in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures (gastroscopy, colonoscopy and PEG tube insertion), all of which he regularly undertakes. He is an accredited Bowel Cancer screening colonoscopist.
Dr Wong is dedicated to creating excellent outcomes for his patients, understanding that every patient has individual needs in their treatment and that every patient journey is different. He has a timely caring approach to managing his patients and liaises closely with the patient and general practitioner.
Medical procedures
- Gastroscopy
- Bowel Cancer Screening
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Oesophageal Stent Insertion
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Video Consultation
Special interests
- Bloating
- Gastritis
- Acid Reflux
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- Barrett's Oesophagus
- Cirrhosis
- Coeliac Disease
- Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
- Constipation
- Crohn’s Disease
- Diarrhoea
- Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Food Intolerance
- Functional Bowel Disease
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gallstones
- Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers
- Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
- Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastroparesis
- Haemochromatosis
- Heart Burn
- Hepatitis
- Hiatus Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Iron Deficiency Anaemia
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Jaundice
- LPR Reflux
- Liver Disease
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Oesophageal Spasm
- Oesophagitis
- Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Primary Billiary Cholangitis (PBC)
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
- Pyloric Stenosis
- Rectal Bleeding
- Swollen Stomach
- Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
- Wilson's Disease
Education
BSc St Andrews University 1984
MB CHB Victoria University of Manchester 1987
MRCP Royal College of Physician London 1991
MD Victoria University of Manchester 1997
FRCP Royal College of Physicians London 2003
Accredited Bowel Cancer Screening Colonoscopist
Reviews
4.99 Overall Patient Trust rating
Bloating
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1/25
Gastritis
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1/25
Gastroscopy
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1/25
I came in with a rectal prolapse and urine retention
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1/25
Urinary Incontinence
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1/25
Patient seen for:
Bloating Gastritis
Dr Wong was very understand, patient and friendly! He ordered all the necessary diagnostic tests needed which put me at ease. Thank you Dr Wong!
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Gastroscopy
EXCELLENT
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I came in with a rectal prolapse and urine retention Urinary Incontinence
Even though he was the wrong consultant as mine was away he was very helpful and explained everything very well
Read moreWhen we met Doctor Wong at St John’s and St Elizabeth’s hospital, it was obvious that God himself had put us in connection with him. He is an extremely knowledgeable consultant. His calm and reassuring demeanour is second to none which is a blessing when you are going through a medical storm in your life. I would recommend Doctor Wong unreservedly if you have any gastro problems such as bowel cancer, his efficiency, professionalism and abundant knowledge in this field is just what you need in moments like this. Thank you Doctor Wong, you are an incredibly humble man and you will never fully understand how appreciative we are of you. May the Lord continue to bless you and other patients you come into contact with
Read moreWhen we met Doctor Wong at St John’s and St Elizabeth’s hospital, it was obvious that God himself had put us in connection with him. He is an extremely knowledgeable consultant. His calm and reassuring demeanour is second to none which is a blessing when you are going through a medical storm in your life. I would recommend Doctor Wong unreservedly if you have any gastro problems such as bowel cancer, his efficiency, pyrofessionalism and abundant knowledge in this field is just what you need in moments like this. Thank you Doctor Wong, you are an incredibly humble man and you will never fully understand how appreciative we are of you. May the Lord continue to bless you and other patients you come into contact with
Read moreWhen we met Doctor Wong at St John’s and St Elizabeth’s hospital, it was obvious that God himself had put us in connection with him. He is an extremely knowledgeable consultant. His calm and reassuring demeanour is second to none which is a blessing when you are going through a medical storm in your life. I would recommend Doctor Wong unreservedly if you have any gastro problems such as bowel cancer, his efficiency, professionalism and abundant knowledge in this field is just what you need in moments like this. Thank you Doctor Wong, you are an incredibly humble man and you will never fully understand how appreciative we are of you. May the Lord continue to bless you and other patients you come into contact with. Kind Regards James and family.
Read moreI just wanted to say a big thank you from both my Mum and I for having been so wonderful helping with all of our requirements. Both you and Dr. Wong have been marvellous!! It made all the difference to the way my mother felt going through the process. Dr. Wong is absolutely sensational!! Again, thank you for everything!! You made things run smoothly and stress free for us!! Best wishes!
Read moreExcellent care and follow up.
Read moreDr Wong has been a very caring physician for some years. He has been treating my gastroenterological problems quite successfully, as well as giving me very effective advice on issues related to his expertise. I highly recommend him.
Read moreExcellent care. Good communication. Attention to detail.
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Peer recommendations
Recommended by 7 doctors for:
7
Gastroenterology
Very experienced and easily accesible
For specialty: Gastroenterology
For procedures: Colonoscopy, Gastroscopy, Liver Function Tests
Connection: I have referred patients to them
Dr Weng Chew Tan
Gastroenterology
16-06-2021
Dr Shim was a colleague when we were trainees and has now established himself as a popular and fantastic medical gastroenterologist in London. I have referred patients to him and all provide very positive feedback. Dr Shim is very knowledgeable, thorough and compassionate. Highly recommended.
For specialty: Gastroenterology
For conditions: Oesophagitis, Heart Burn, Crohn’s Disease, Bloating, Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC), Acid Reflux, Food Intolerance, Cirrhosis, Dyspepsia (Indigestion), Gastric (Stomach) Ulcers, Primary Billiary Cholangitis (PBC), Swollen Stomach, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Fatty Liver Disease, Gallstones, Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux, Liver Disease, Jaundice, Constipation, Pyloric Stenosis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Cholestasis, Oesophageal Spasm, Hepatitis, Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis), Barrett's Oesophagus, Coeliac Disease, Hiatus Hernia, Achalasia, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD), Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach), Functional Bowel Disease, Oesophageal Cancer, Iron Deficiency Anaemia, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Rectal Bleeding, Colorectal Cancer, Diarrhoea, Gastritis, Bile Duct Diseases, Pancreatic Disorders, Nausea and Vomiting
For procedures: Video Consultation, Colonoscopy, Gastroscopy, Sigmoidoscopy, Bowel Cancer Screening
Connection: I have referred patients to them
Dr Wong is an excellent Clinician and Colleague. I highly recommend him to anyone
For specialty: Gastroenterology
Connection: Is a colleague
Mr Hasan Mukhtar
General Surgery
28-02-2018
Excellent colleague and great with patients.
For specialty: Gastroenterology
Connection: Is a colleague
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