Professor Howard Branley
Respiratory (Chest) Doctor
London, W1G 7AE
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31 years of experience
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31 years of experience
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31 Mar 2021
An excellent respiratory opinion
Dr Mark Vanderpump
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Professor Branley is a lung specialist and is on the Specialist Register with the General Medical Council (GMC) as a Consultant in Respiratory Medicine providing specialist diagnosis and treatment for respiratory, chest and sleep disorders. Professor Branley has specialised in respiratory medicine for over 25 years. He was appointed as an NHS Consultant in 2003. Professor Branley typically sees patients with cough, wheeze, breathlessness and snoring. Professor Branley has expertise in a wide variety of lung diseases particularly asthma, sarcoidosis, sleep apnoea, tuberculosis (TB), pneumonia, lung cancer and pleural disease e.g. pneumothorax and pleural effusion. Professor Branley is particularly interested in seeing patients with unexplained breathlessness or cough and will work with you in a methodical manner to establish a diagnosis and formulate a personalised management plan.
Professor Branley trained in Respiratory Medicine in London teaching hospitals including The Royal Brompton, The Hammersmith, St Mary's and Charing Cross Hospitals. Professor Branley has also trained in aviation medicine at the Royal Air Force School of Aviation Medicine and he is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society.
Professor Branley has a keen interest in medical education and he is a Visiting Professor of Respiratory Medicine at the University of West London. He has been an Honorary Senior Lecturer at University College London, Imperial College London and the University of Buckingham. Professor Branley was also an Honorary NHS Consultant in Respiratory Medicine at the Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Professor Branley was revalidated by the GMC on 7th October 2021 with his next revalidation due in October 2026. Professor Branley's most recent annual Consultant Appraisal was on 30th September 2023.
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Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Breathlessness (12%)
- Asthma (11%)
- Troublesome Cough (10%)
- Lung Function / Spirometry (10%)
- Chest Infection (6%)
- Others (50%)
Subspecialties
- General (Internal) Medicine
- Sleep Medicine
All conditions and treatments
- Breathlessness
- Asthma
- Troublesome Cough
- Chest Infection
- Wheezing
- Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)
- Pneumonia
- Sleep Disorders
- Long COVID
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Function / Spirometry
- CT Scan (Computerised Tomography Scan)
- Chest X-Ray
- Video Consultation
- Fitness To Fly Testing
- Blood Testing and Results Interpretation
- Allergy Blood Tests
- Automatic CPAP Machine
- BiPAP Face Mask
- BiPAP Machine
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 3678307
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery, MBChB University of Liverpool 1992
- Membership of Royal College of Physicians, MRCP(UK) Royal College of Physicians 1996
- Certificate in General Aviation Medicine Royal Air Force & Civil Aviation Authority 1997
- Master of Science in Respiratory Medicine (Distinction), MSc Imperial College London 2001
- Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians, FCCP American College of Chest Physicians 2007
- Expert Witness Certificate Cardiff University Law School & Bond Solon Legal Training Consultancy 2009
- Doctor of Medicine – Respiratory Medicine, MD Imperial College London 2009
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, FRCP Royal College of Physicians London 2009
- Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society, FRAeS Royal Aeronautical Society London 2013
languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
consultation fees
- New appointment: £350
- Follow-up appointment: £280
insurers
- Vitality Health
- Healix
- health-on-line
- Cigna
- Groupama
- AXA PPP Healthcare
- The Exeter
- Bupa Fee Assured
- April
- Bupa
- General Medical
- Simply Health
- WPA
- Aviva Health
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Freedom Healthcare
- Legal & General
- Aetna
- The PHC
- CS Healthcare
Location
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13-14 Devonshire Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7AE
13-14 Devonshire Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7AE
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Bond House, 347-353 Chiswick High Road, London, United Kingdom, W4 4HS
Bond House, 347-353 Chiswick High Road, London, United Kingdom, W4 4HS
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35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
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671 reviews
5
Professor Howard Branley was absolutely wonderful. He genuinely cared, he was professional, extremely knowledgeable, reassuring and efficient. I felt 100% that I was in the best hands. Having a nodule on one’s lung can be petrifying and Professor Branley, discussed it all in depth and suggested all my options clearly and concisely so that I could understand. He also followed up pretty much immediately with a zoom again to discuss options and to reassure that he would do his utmost for me. I can’t recommend this gentleman highly enough. He is truly excellent in his field! He also had a fantastic PA called Janine, she was so incredibly accommodating, compassionate, caring, professional and efficient. A pleasure to deal with thank you both so much!
5
I was referred to Professor Branley for help with breathlessness which was potentially being caused by a number of factors. I found the Professor to be very approachable, he listened attentively and asked good questions. In addition to that, he gave me plenty of time, not always the case with consultants, and methodically assessed the clues I had given him which we hoped would help diagnose the problem. Tests were swiftly arranged and a follow up meeting arranged. The conclusions were presented in language the layman could understand, a treatment plan set up and realistic expectations given as to the management of the problem. A follow up letter to my GP was swiftly dispatched. All in all I thought Howard Branley and excellent and would recommend him highly.
5
Very polite and helpful.
5
Very pleasant and helpful experience and explained all the procedures that are required for my tests.
5
I found Professor Branley to be very personable, he took time to explain my scan, showing me the images as he explained and made it very easy for me to understand and also very re-assuring, as there was a concern beforehand that there was a serious issue. However, he also helped me to be calm in the interim leading up to the results.
5
I felt listened to. I felt that he had time for me. He was warm, engaged with my symptoms, and proposed a way forward with which I felt comfortable. In short, I was reassured and felt I was in good hands.
4.25
I am reassured that being a physician and respiratory consultant he will have answers pm today.
5
Excelent! Attentive, caring, approachable.
5
Professor Branley was incredibly warm, disarming and charming. He eased me into the consultation, sparing no effort to explain, in detail, every potential process. He was fantastic!
5
I immediately felt at ease as I started to talk to Dr. Branley. You can tell he takes the concerns of his patient to heart. He was very structured and thorough in understanding my health history by asking questions. I had sent him previous health history/test, but he purposely didn't review them so it doesn't taint his investigation, which I appreciated. Professor Branley is great should you be looking for someone that is knowledgeable, thorough and thoughtful.
Thanks for your kind review. You're right - I prefer to look at previous data after I have spoken with you so as to review everything with a fresh pair of eyes.
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An excellent respiratory opinion
31 Mar 2021Dr Mark Vanderpump
Endocrinology & DiabetesI find Professor Branley an excellent respiratory physician who has a thorough understanding of both general and respiratory medicine. His attention to detail means my patients really appreciate seeing him. I have no hesitation about asking him to see patients with any respiratory difficulties.
31 Mar 2021Dr Elaine Tickle
General Practice (GP)Professor Branley is an excellent thorough Doctor who looks after patients very well indeed. Highly recommended
31 Mar 2021Dr Deepak Suri
GastroenterologyProf Branley is a kind and highly regarded colleague who provides a sterling service to his patients. I have no reservations in recommending him most highly.
31 Mar 2021Dr Ray Shidrawi
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Professor Howard Branley's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 671 reviews
What languages does Professor Howard Branley speak?
Professor Howard Branley speaks English and Spanish
Where is Professor Howard Branley located?
Professor Howard Branley primarily practices at The Physicians' Clinic, located at 13-14 Devonshire Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7AE
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What are Professor Howard Branley working hours?
Professor Howard Branley is working Monday (09:00 - 17:00, 09:00 - 17:00), Tuesday (09:00 - 13:00, 14:30 - 18:30, 09:00 - 13:00), Wednesday (09:00 - 17:00, 09:00 - 17:00), Thursday (09:00 - 13:00, 14:30 - 18:30, 09:00 - 13:00), Friday (09:00 - 17:00, 09:00 - 17:00)
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