We provide a variety of endoscopic procedures (where the inside of your body is examined internally using an endoscope; a thin, long, flexible tube that contains a light source and a video camera). For more information about this, visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/endoscopy.
Basildon
The purpose built, JAG accredited, endoscopy unit can be contact on 01268 524 900 ext. 3970, 3987 or 1505 between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
Southend
If you need to speak to one of the team including about appointments, call the endoscopy reception on 01702 385096 and chose option 2. This service is open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday or email mse.endoscopybookingclerks.southend@nhs.net.
Broomfield
The Endoscopy unit is located on the level 3 of the PFI Building with the entrance at A301.
To speak to one of the team, call 01245 514280.
To speak to one of the endoscopy nurses/preassessment endoscopy nurses call 01245 515984.
The department has a reception area wherein patients check in for their appointments. The unit is very adherent to its objective on protecting the privacy of our patients with our single sex waiting areas prior to the procedure, a private preparation room beside all the procedure rooms and a single sex recovery area.
The department provides a variety of services and is committed on providing a safe environment and a high quality of care for our patients. We are run by specialist endoscopists and consultants who are well experienced to perform a wide range of endoscopic procedures. All Patients are cared for by staff with the relevant knowledge and skills within a pleasant, friendly, and informative environment.
The principal benefit of the service to the patient, is that they can access both inpatient and outpatient services requiring endoscopic procedures. The endoscopy unit effectively use resources to ensure patient safety by providing a high level of evidence-based care throughout the patient journey.
Following Services are provided by the department:
- Gastroscopy
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy
- EBUS
- PEG
- ERCP
- HALO
- EMR/ESD
- Capsule Endoscopy
- NJ Insertion
For more information about this, visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/endoscopy.
We endeavour to understand the patient as an individual and ensure their emotional, psychological, physical, cultural, and religious needs and requirements are met. Communication is open and honest with all patients, relatives, and staff, and conforms to high standards of confidentiality.
The endoscopy service is developed in line with recommendations from the following guidance: • Joint Advisory Group (JAG) and the Global Rating Scale (GRS) • NICE Guidelines for Endoscopy • Health Act 2009 • NHS Cancer Plan (DOH 2000).
