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Professor Howard Branley

Professor Howard Branley

Respiratory Doctor

London, W1G 7AE

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31 years of experience

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Verified profile

31 years of experience

39

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Patient Trust Score

4.96

702 patient reviews37 professional endorsements
4.97
Overall Experience
4.96
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.96
Explanation

1555 recommendations for:

Breathlessness(192)
Asthma(176)
Troublesome Cough(165)
Other(1022)

Recent patient review

16 May 2024

Professor Howard is excellent at taking time to examine you and explain everything.

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About

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 (11%)
  • 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
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Long COVID
  • 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
  • General Medical
  • health-on-line
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • April
  • Groupama
  • Simply Health
  • Healix
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa
  • CS Healthcare
  • WPA
  • Legal & General
  • The Exeter
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Aviva Health
  • Aetna
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • The PHC

Location

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The Physicians' Clinic

4.85
(287)
13-14 Devonshire Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7AE
13-14 Devonshire Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7AE
Monday
09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday
09:00 - 17:00
Thursday
09:00 - 13:00
Friday
09:00 - 17:00
Saturday
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4.86
(469)
Bond House, 347-353 Chiswick High Road, London, United Kingdom, W4 4HS
Bond House, 347-353 Chiswick High Road, London, United Kingdom, W4 4HS
Monday
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Tuesday
14:30 - 18:30
Wednesday
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Thursday
14:30 - 18:30
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4.73
(2656)
35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
Monday
09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday
09:00 - 17:00
Thursday
09:00 - 13:00
Friday
09:00 - 17:00
Saturday
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Reviews

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Breathlessness (165)
Lung Function / Spirometry (156)
Asthma (140)
Troublesome Cough (139)
CT Scan (Computerised Tomography Scan) (77)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

702 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professor Howard is excellent at taking time to examine you and explain everything.

16 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
CPAP Machine

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professor Branley has been nothing but excellent through the process of diagnosing my ailments. He has been reassuring, thorough and detail oriented. Really appreciate the care he has provided. Highly recommended

14 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Sarcoidosis
Troublesome Cough

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professor Branley is very professional and supportive. He is able to elaborate and explain professional terms in plain English so that I understand. I feel in good hands

14 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Breathlessness
Lung Function / Spirometry

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I’ve had a few consultations with Howard Branley now, and continue to find him courteous, professional and thorough. He listens well, and explains what’s going on in language the layman can understand. If you're looking for an experienced respiratory physician, he’ll look after you well and would be an excellent choice.

14 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Asthma
Breathlessness

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very attentive, explained well, listened to a long back-history of symptoms and tests, thorough in approach.

10 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Troublesome Cough
Wheezing
Asthma

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Had a very good experience with my consultation by Professor Howard, he explained everything very clearly and addressed all of my concerns in a polite and professional manner. Would definitely recommend.

09 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Lung Function / Spirometry
Asthma
Breathlessness

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professor Branley is extremely knowledgeable in his field and was a great benefit to my ailment.

09 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Breathlessness
Lung Function / Spirometry
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professor Howard Branley is compassionate and quite resourceful.

09 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Sarcoidosis

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

My experience was great, I can’t wait to see Professor again in two weeks. I hope my breathing gets more easy. Professor was really nice to me, I wish I was able to open up to him a bit more. I did want to ask for a high res ct scan but I felt I should just trust the Professor.

08 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Asthma
Breathlessness
Lung Function / Spirometry

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

As always polite, courteous, professional and very helpful.

06 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Asthma
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Asthma (36)
Respiratory Medicine (36)
Sarcoidosis (36)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) (36)

37 endorsements

An exceptional and highly recommended physician.

13 May 2024
Endorsed for
Breathlessness
Sleep Medicine

Dr Antonis Pavlidis

Cardiology
I have referred patients to them

An excellent respiratory opinion

31 Mar 2021
Endorsed for
Respiratory Medicine
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Sarcoidosis

Dr Mark Vanderpump

Endocrinology & Diabetes
I have looked after their patients

I 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 2021
Endorsed for
Respiratory Medicine
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Sarcoidosis

Dr Elaine Tickle

General Practice (GP)
I have referred patients to them

Professor Branley is an excellent thorough Doctor who looks after patients very well indeed. Highly recommended

31 Mar 2021
Endorsed for
Respiratory Medicine
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Sarcoidosis

Dr Deepak Suri

Gastroenterology
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27 August 2023

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FAQ

What are Professor Howard Branley's reviews like?

Professor Howard Branley's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 702 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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