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Dr David Fackrell qualified in medicine from the University of Warwick in 2006. However, his interest in oncology started before this whilst studying for a Bachelor of Science degree in genetics at the University of Liverpool.

David now specialises in the treatment of urological (prostate, bladder and kidney) and upper gastrointestinal (oesophagus and stomach) cancers. He was appointed a consultant at University Hospital Birmingham in 2017 and now holds positions at The University of Birmingham and The Royal College of Radiologists.

An active member of research in all the cancers he treats, David has published a number of peer reviewed papers, book chapters and reports and has also presented nationally and internationally. He also has a keen interest in medical education.

David's patients value his empathy. He works hard to ensure his patients and involved in the decisions being made and understands their diagnosis and treatment plan fully.

Conditions treated:

• Prostate cancer

• Bladder cancer

• Kidney cancer

• Oesophageal Cancer

• Stomach cancer