Dr Simon Aylwin
Professional statement
Dr Simon Aylwin is a consultant endocrinologist in London with 30 years of professional expertise and a well-established private practice that mirrors his NHS work. Patients can access his private healthcare services HCA UK at the Shard, which is part of London Bridge Hospital.
Dr Aylwin has spent decades assisting patients with the diagnosis and management of a wide range of conditions. This includes thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism, as well as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and issues relating to the growth hormone.
He is also an expert on the adrenal gland and pituitary glands. In fact, Dr Alywin is the leader of the pituitary and adrenal multidisciplinary teams at the renowned King’s College Hospital in London, where patients receive treatment for pituitary tumours and other endocrine-related tumours and cancers. Furthermore, he works as a physician alongside bariatric surgeons managing patients with severe obesity.
He graduated from Queens’ College, Cambridge, in 1987 and undertook clinical studies at the Royal London Hospital, qualifying in 1990. After achieving his MRCP in 1993, he undertook specialist endocrinology training and research studies at Bart’s and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry, obtaining his PhD in 2001.
Dr Aylwin has published over 80 scientific research papers in peer-reviewed journals. Through research, he has contributed to the fields of endocrine tumours, clinical obesity, appetite regulation, and molecular endocrinology. Furthermore, he regularly reviews journal submissions for international publications for Pituitary, the Pituitary Society's international journal, of which he is also on the editorial board. What's more, Dr Aylwin is involved in the teaching and training of future specialists. He lectures widely both within the UK and abroad and has contributed to numerous symposia and debates at several societies, including the British Endocrine Society.
Clinics
HCA UK at The Shard
Central London, The Shard, 32 St Thomas Street, SE1 9BSMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 35 years of experience
- Consultant Endocrinologist, HCA UK at The Shard, Central London (present)
Subspecialties
- Thyroid problems
- Menopause
Professional memberships
- Society for Endocrinology
- UKINETS (UK and Ireland Neuroendocrine tumours)
Education
- PhD Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry (2001)
- Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom (MRCP) (1993)
Teaching posts
- He lectures widely both within the UK and abroad.
- He has contributed to numerous symposia and debates at several societies, including the British Endocrine Society.
Positions in organisations
- Clinical Committee Member for the Society for Endocrinology
- Committee Member for the UK and Ireland Neuroendocrine Tumour Society (UKI NETS)
Languages spoken
- English
- French
Reviews
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- Dr Aylwin is always a pleasure to see, he is approachable and we feel he gives us the time to ask any questions and answers them fully in a manner we are able to understand. He always makes us feel comfortable and remains professional at all times. He has a quiet humour that makes us feel relaxed in what could be a difficult consultation.
- Best endocrinologist in London! Competent, re-assuring and a gem in his field. Can’t thank Simon enough!
- Dr. Simon Aylwin is AMAZING! He has been my Endocrinologist for the last 10 years following very complicated surgery to my Pituitary gland. He has been my rock. I couldn't recommend him more highly. Perfection personified!
- Excellent.
- Dr Aylwin had a warm and welcoming manner. I felt listened to, and he took the time to establish a full medical history when considering my diagnosis and treatment plan. I feel well looked after under his care and would highly recommend.
- Excellent doctors, he explained everything clearly & answered my questions. Highly recommend.
- I appreciation everything that Simon has done for me over the last 18 months. The experience of Simon shines through, he truly cares about finding solutions and improving people's life's. My myself, I have absolutely no doubt that Simon has completely transformed my physical and mental wellbeing, without his help I would still be in a position where I could hardly function with the most basic of dailyactivities that most people take for granted. A MASSIVE thanks!
- Dr Simon Aylwin is a fantastic doctor. He has helped me with multiple concerns related to my PCOS and other endocrinology related topics, and he has always made me feel at ease.