Dr James Evans

Professional statement

Dr James Evans is a consultant gastroenterologist at One Hatfield Hospital and OSD Healthcare in Hemel Hempstead seeing patients from all across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and North London.
 
He specialises in endoscopy, colonoscopy, bowel cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), acid reflux, difficulty swallowing and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Dr Evans is known for his proficiency in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy and managing the Upper GI cancer service and physiology testing service for reflux and swallowing issues.
 
In addition to his clinical work, Dr Evans serves as the Trust Lead for Upper GI Cancer, and Lead for investigating Cancer of Unknown Primary source (CUP) at East & North Herts with clinics in Stevenage, Welwyn and Hertford. Dr Evans is a member of the Regional Upper GI Cancer Alliance and also heads the Regional Laser service for oesophageal cancer.
 
Dr Evans completed his BSc in Neurosciences at Sussex University in 1998 and graduated from Leicester/Warwick Medical School in 2006, earning recognition with a Clinical Medicine prize. His speciality training occurred between 2012 and 2018 in North West London, at esteemed centres such as St. Marks, St. Mary’s, and Royal London Hospitals. In 2018, Dr Evans obtained a Ph.D. from Queen Mary University of London for research focused on Barrett’s oesophagus biology and its connection to cancer development. His research contributions include publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals and presentations at international meetings.
 
Dr Evans is actively engaged in medical education and training and has previously served as the Endoscopy training lead for East & North Herts NHS Trust. He regularly provides education through regional JAG accredited endoscopy training courses. Dr Evans’ dedication is evident in his commitment to patient care and medical education in the field of gastroenterology.