Dr Ben Davis is a London-based GP, sexual medicine specialist and COSRT-registered sex and relationship therapist practising at 23 Devonshire Place, Marylebone. He also works as an NHS GP in Hackney. He trained at the University of Cambridge and University College London, where he completed a PhD in men's sexual and emotional health, and holds dual medical membership (MRCP and MRCGP) alongside the FECSM — the European specialist fellowship in sexual medicine. As far as he is aware, he is the only practising clinician in the UK who combines all three: dual medical membership, specialist sexual medicine fellowship, and accredited psychosexual therapy.

What is the difference between a sexual medicine doctor and a sex therapist?

A sexual medicine doctor is a medically qualified physician who assesses and treats the physical and hormonal causes of sexual difficulties — things like erectile dysfunction, testosterone deficiency, cardiovascular risk, and medication side effects. A sex therapist is a trained psychological therapist who works with the emotional, relational and behavioural dimensions of sexual difficulties — shame, anxiety, avoidance, relationship dynamics, and the psychological patterns that medication alone won't resolve. Most clinicians are one or the other. Dr Ben Davis is both, which means he can explore the full picture within a single clinical relationship, without the need for multiple referrals.

What conditions does Dr Ben Davis treat?

Dr Ben Davis sees men for a wide range of concerns, including erectile dysfunction, low libido, delayed or premature ejaculation, painful sex, performance anxiety, compulsive sexual behaviour, testosterone deficiency, cardiovascular and metabolic health, anabolic steroid use, mental health difficulties, bowel and gut health, cancer screening, and general men's health. He also offers care specifically tailored to gay, bi and queer men, including sexual health, HIV care, PrEP, anal health and minority stress.

Do I need a referral to see Dr Ben Davis?

No. You can book directly through the website. Most patients self-refer. If you are unsure whether this is the right place for your concern, you are welcome to get in touch before booking.

Yes. Dr Ben Davis has lived experience as a gay man, which informs both his clinical understanding and the way he approaches care — particularly with gay, bi and queer patients. The majority of his patients are straight men, and his experience as a gay man often turns out to be valuable across the board.

Will Dr Ben Davis update my NHS GP?

Only with your consent. Many patients prefer to keep their private care entirely separate, and that is absolutely fine. Where it would be helpful — for example to arrange shared prescribing and reduce ongoing medication costs — he can write to your GP, but this is always your choice.

The FECSM — Fellow of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine — is one of the highest specialist qualifications in sexual medicine in Europe. It is awarded to clinicians who have completed rigorous training and examination across the full range of sexual medicine, including the medical, hormonal, surgical and psychological aspects of sexual function. Dr Ben Davis was awarded the FECSM in 2022.

How much does an appointment cost, and how long is it?

New patient appointments are available in 30 or 60 minute slots. If you have a complex history or several concerns to cover, 60 minutes works better. Fees are listed on the booking page. Private appointments are not NHS-funded, but where appropriate, shared prescribing with your NHS GP can be arranged to help reduce ongoing medication costs.

Dr Ben Davis

MA (Cantab) MBBS PhD MRCP(UK) MRCGP DFSRH DIPM FECSM RegCOSRT

Men’s Health GP · Sexual Medicine Specialist · COSRT-Registered Sex & Relationship Therapist

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Most men struggle to find a doctor they can be fully honest with — about their health, their sex lives, their relationships, and the things they've never quite got round to raising anywhere else. I've built a practice that tries to change that.

I'm Dr Ben Davis: a GP and men's health physician, sexual medicine specialist, and COSRT-registered sex and relationship therapist, based at 23 Devonshire Place, Marylebone and working as an NHS GP in Hackney. I trained at the University of Cambridge and University College London, where I also completed a PhD in men's sexual and emotional health.

I hold Membership of both the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) and the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP), and am a Fellow of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine (FECSM) — one of the highest specialist qualifications in sexual medicine in Europe. I am also a registered member of COSRT, the College of Sex and Relationship Therapists.

As far as I am aware, I am the only practising clinician in the UK who combines all three: dual medical membership, specialist sexual medicine fellowship, and accredited psychosexual therapy. In practice, this means I can assess and treat the medical, hormonal and psychological dimensions of men's health within a single clinical relationship — without the need for multiple referrals.

I work with men of all sexualities and relationship structures — straight, bi, gay and queer. As a gay man myself, I have particular experience working with gay, bi and queer men, and with the specific clinical and personal concerns that brings, and find that perspective valuable when working with straight men too.

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WHAT I DO

My practice covers three interconnected areas:

General practice and internal medicine
Complex and sensitive health concerns, cardiovascular and metabolic health, hormonal health, cancer screening, anabolic steroid use, and the full range of GP medicine — for men who want a doctor they can build a real relationship with.

Sexual medicine
Erectile dysfunction, low desire, delayed or premature ejaculation, painful sex, performance anxiety, compulsive sexual behaviour, and the hormonal and vascular aspects of sexual function. I trained in sexual medicine in London and hold the FECSM, the European specialist fellowship in this field.

Psychosexual and relationship therapy
As a COSRT-registered sex and relationship therapist, I offer accredited psychosexual therapy alongside medical care — addressing shame, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and the psychological dimensions of sexual difficulties that medication alone won't resolve.

How I work

Many of my patients come to me having already seen other doctors — sometimes several — and not felt properly heard, or having been given a prescription when what they needed was a real conversation.

My approach is to understand you as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms. That means taking time in the first consultation to understand your medical history, your life context, your relationships and what matters to you — before reaching for tests or treatment. I don't have a preferred answer before I've asked the question.

Where investigations are needed, I can arrange blood tests, cardiac assessment, imaging and specialist referrals through trusted partner clinics. Where treatment is appropriate, it might be medical, therapeutic or both.

Consultations are confidential. Updating your NHS GP is always your choice.

MY QUALIFICATIONS

Medical degrees

MA, University of Cambridge
MBBS (Distinction), University College London
PhD in men's sexual and emotional health, UCL / London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

Medical fellowships & membership

MRCP — Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (2016)
MRCGP — Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners
FECSM — Fellow of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine (2022)
DFSRH — Diploma of the Faculty of Sexual & Reproductive Health

Therapy qualification

Reg(COSRT) — Registered Member, College of Sex & Relationship Therapists
Diploma in Clinical Sexology, Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy, Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology
ACT and CFT training through the Association for Psychological Therapies

Professional memberships

Royal College of General Practitioners
Faculty of Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare
British Society for Sexual Medicine (committee member)
European Society for Sexual Medicine

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WHO I SEE

I work with any man who feels he'd benefit from the kind of care I offer — regardless of sexuality, relationship structure, background or how he identifies.

As a gay man, I have particular experience working with gay, bi and queer men, and with the specific health concerns — physical and psychological — that their lives can bring. But the majority of my patients are straight men, and I see men from across a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

I'm not currently a gender specialist and am not qualified to assess for gender dysphoria or initiate or alter medical gender-affirming care.

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr Ben Davis is a London-based GP, sexual medicine specialist and COSRT-registered sex and relationship therapist practising at 23 Devonshire Place, Marylebone. He also works as an NHS GP in Hackney. He trained at the University of Cambridge and University College London, where he completed a PhD in men's sexual and emotional health, and holds dual medical membership (MRCP and MRCGP) alongside the FECSM — the European specialist fellowship in sexual medicine. As far as he is aware, he is the only practising clinician in the UK who combines all three: dual medical membership, specialist sexual medicine fellowship, and accredited psychosexual therapy.
A sexual medicine doctor is a medically qualified physician who assesses and treats the physical and hormonal causes of sexual difficulties — things like erectile dysfunction, testosterone deficiency, cardiovascular risk, and medication side effects. A sex therapist is a trained psychological therapist who works with the emotional, relational and behavioural dimensions of sexual difficulties — shame, anxiety, avoidance, relationship dynamics, and the psychological patterns that medication alone won't resolve. Most clinicians are one or the other. I am both, which means I can explore the full picture within a single clinical relationship, without the need for multiple referrals.
A wide range of men's health concerns, including erectile dysfunction, low libido, delayed or premature ejaculation, painful sex, performance anxiety, compulsive sexual behaviour, testosterone deficiency, cardiovascular and metabolic health, anabolic steroid use, mental health difficulties, bowel and gut health, cancer screening, and general men's health. I also offer care specifically tailored to gay, bi and queer men, including sexual health, HIV care, PrEP, anal health and minority stress.
No. You can book directly through the website. Most patients self-refer. If you're unsure whether this is the right place for your concern, you're welcome to get in touch before booking and I'll let you know honestly.
Yes. He has lived experience as a gay man, which informs both his clinical understanding and the way he approaches care — particularly with gay, bi and queer patients. You won't need to explain yourself or manage his reaction. That said, the majority of his patients are straight men, and his experience as a gay man often turns out to be valuable across the board.
Only with your consent. Many patients prefer to keep their private care entirely separate, and that is absolutely fine. Where it would be helpful — for example to arrange shared prescribing and reduce ongoing medication costs — I can write to your GP, but this is always your choice.
New patient appointments are available in 30 or 60 minute slots. If you have a complex history or several concerns you'd like to cover, 60 minutes works better. Fees are listed on the booking page. My appointments are not NHS-funded, but where appropriate I can arrange shared prescribing with your NHS GP to help reduce ongoing medication costs.
The FECSM — Fellow of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine — is one of the highest specialist qualifications in sexual medicine in Europe. It is awarded to clinicians who have completed rigorous training and examination across the full range of sexual medicine, including the medical, hormonal, surgical and psychological aspects of sexual function. Dr Ben Davis was awarded the FECSM in 2022.