An in-person talk at Lloyd’s from Thrive4Life Wellbeing Centre
We often overlook our colon health, but recognising the early signs can make a huge difference in protecting your long-term wellbeing.
Join consultant gastroenterologist Dr Natalie Direkze for a practical talk on understanding bowel health, identifying symptoms early, and what those symptoms could mean for your overall health. Dr Direkze will highlight the importance of colonoscopies in maintaining gut health and preventing colon cancer, walking you through the process – from what to expect, how to prepare, and what happens next.
With expert advice, you’ll leave feeling informed, empowered, and ready to take control of your gut health.
Your speaker is Dr Natalie Direkze
Dr Natalie Direkze – Consultant Gastroenterologist
Dr Natalie Direkze is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and General Physician at St Mary’s Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, specialising in luminal gastroenterology, inflammatory bowel disease, and upper gastrointestinal disorders. She is an experienced endoscopist, accredited by the National Bowel Cancer Screening Programme as a colonoscopist, and performs gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and capsule endoscopy.
With a strong background in clinical research, Dr Direkze has contributed to studies on IBD, gastrointestinal cancer, and food-related quality of life in IBD patients. She completed a Natural Sciences degree at Cambridge University, followed by medical training at St Mary’s Hospital and a PhD in stem cell biology and pancreatic cancer at Cancer Research UK. Dr Direkze has held consultant posts at Frimley Park Hospital and St Mary’s, where she continues to practise and contribute to medical education.
Talk duration: About 30 minutes, plus time for questions and answers.
