Dr Michael Fitzpatrick

Professional statement

Dr Michael Fitzpatrick is a consultant specialist gastroenterologist and GI immunology researcher in Oxford who specialises in gastrointestinal endoscopy, digestive diseases and colonoscopy, alongside irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), coeliac disease and dyspepsia (indigestion). He privately practises at Nuffield Health Oxford (The Manor) Hospital and his NHS base is the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

He also offers a range of diagnostic and therapeutic services, including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and managing conditions such as diarrhoea and constipation. Dr Fitzpatrick is known for his patient-centred approach, delivering compassionate and personalised care while focusing on clear communication to ensure his patients fully understand their conditions and treatment options.

Dr Fitzpatrick has a special interest in coeliac disease, where he leads his NHS trust's coeliac service, as well as complex nutrition and irritable bowel syndrome. He works with patients across a wide spectrum of digestive conditions, from acid reflux and abdominal pain to more complex issues such as anaemia and rectal bleeding. In addition, he provides comprehensive care to patients aged 16 and above, ensuring that all individuals receive tailored, high-quality treatment.

Alongside his clinical work, Dr Fitzpatrick is a leading researcher at the Translational Gastroenterology and Liver Unit at the University of Oxford. He completed his DPhil and PhD in Clinical Medicine with a focus on human immunology, T-cell biology and coeliac disease. His research continues to explore disease mechanisms in immune-mediated gastroenterological conditions. As a respected academic, he supervises PhD students, teaches undergraduates, and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications. He is also a frequent speaker at international conferences.

Dr Fitzpatrick is a member of various professional associations, including the British Society of Gastroenterology and the Royal College of Physicians, and served as Co-chair of the Trainees Committee at the Royal College of Physicians from 2018 to 2023. His contributions to both clinical practice and research have helped shape advancements in the understanding and treatment of gastrointestinal disorders.

For more information about Dr Michael Fitzpatrick, please visit www.oxford-gastroenterology.co.uk.