MBBS, BMedSci (Hons), MRCP, FRCPath, PhD
18 years of experience
London, W1G 8BJ
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18 years of experience
London, W1G 8BJ
(+8 more)
24 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Ravleen Sabharwal, Dr Akila Danga and 11 other professionals
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Dr. Ferras Alwan is a Consultant Haematologist with a specialised focus on bleeding disorders and thrombosis, including blood clots. He practises at Imperial College NHS Trust, where he serves as the Head of Service for Haemostasis and Thrombosis and the Centre Director of the Imperial Haemophilia Comprehensive Care Centre.
Dr. Alwan’s clinical expertise encompasses the management of deep vein thromboses, pulmonary emboli, and blood clots related to cancer. He also addresses issues related to low platelet counts, unexplained bruising or bleeding, anticoagulation, thrombophilias, and rare haemostatic disorders such as haemophilia, thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, and Von Willebrand Disease.
In his academic career, Dr. Alwan has focused on congenital and acquired thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, with his PhD research aimed at improving prognostication and identifying risk factors associated with this rare disorder.
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General Medical Council
No. 7016266
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2008
MB BS 2008 University of London
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£350Follow-up appointment
£25035 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
64-66 Wigmore St, London, United Kingdom, W1U 2SB
5th Floor UCH Macmillan Cancer Centre, Huntley Street, London, United Kingdom, WC1E 6AG
Robert & Lisa Sainsbury Wing, Du Cane Road, London, United Kingdom, W12 0HS
95 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AF
42-52 Nottingham Place, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5NY
16 Devonshire St, Marylebone, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7AF
75 King William Street, London, United Kingdom, EC4N 7BE
30 Devonshire Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6PU
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This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Dr. Ferras Alwan delivers clear, professional patient interactions. He provides clear explanations for complex medical information, conducts thorough assessments, and gives significant reassurance. Patients commend his kind, knowledgeable, and patient-focused approach, which fosters confidence and a feeling of being well looked after. His expertise is sought for conditions including coagulation disorders and deep vein thrombosis.
I would highly recommend Dr Ferras Alwan for his professionalism, expertise in his field, his listening skills but most of all his sensitivity to answer any complex questions no matter how small. I felt lucky to have been recommended to him by my surgeon.
Dr Alwan provided consistently excellent care during a complex and challenging illness. He took time to explain everything clearly at every stage and was compassionate and understanding throughout. He is clearly an extremely skilled and knowledgeable practitioner and I trusted his judgment completely. His admin team are also excellent- all appointments were arranged without hassle and it was easy to get the medication I needed. Easily the best medical care I’ve ever received and I have no hesitation in recommending him.
Dr Ferras is not only an expert in his field, he was also caring and thorough
Very pleasant experience. Dr was very informative and explained everything in detail to me. He took the trouble to answer my queries.
I saw Dr Alwan in his private UCLH clinic. A very slick and knowledgeable clinicians and addressed my specific concerns with a high level of data that I was seeking. Extremely grateful to him and his expertise. I have a haematologist I can recommend to my patients now!
Dr. Alwan was super engaged, listened carefully, and talked me through the pros and cons of different options. Such a fruitful discussion and really gave me a good understanding of what to expect and what to investigate further.
I cannot recommend Dr Ferras Alwan highly enough. Dr Alwan provided exceptional care throughout my treatment. He was professional, friendly, and incredibly thorough. He took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all of my questions patiently, and never made me feel rushed. I felt reassured, and his expertise and attention to detail gave me great confidence in my care. I am extremely grateful for the care I received and would not hesitate to recommend Dr Alwan to anyone seeking an outstanding consultant.
I attended a follow up consultation to receive my blood results and he went through them thoroughly and explained them very clearly.
My experience was marked by clear communication , thorough assessment and supportive care . All my consultations were informative and comfortable
Dr Alwan was incredibly kind, empathetic, listening to my concerns and explained next steps in a calm and re assuring way. He followed up with results and the offer to be in touch if any additional questions.
A sincere, pragmatic and very likeable haematologist- my patients are well looked after and have been highly complimentary about his empathy and skills. Thank you
17 May 2026
Dr Ravleen Sabharwal
General PractitionerReally pleasant colleague and professional
03 Mar 2026DD
Dr Akila Danga
HaematologistDr Alwan is a consultant colleague who has provided excellent care to patients I have referred to him with thrombosis related problems.
15 Feb 2026
Dr Animesh Singh
RheumatologistFerras is a highly dedicated consultant and I have referred patients to him that require complex pre or post operative care. He offers a high standard of care and I have heard nothing but praise from mutual patients about his professionalism and bedside manner.
06 Feb 2026
Mr Mazin Ibrahim
Orthopaedic SurgeonWhat are Dr. Ferras Alwan's reviews like?
Dr. Ferras Alwan's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 128 reviews.
What languages does Dr. Ferras Alwan speak?
Dr. Ferras Alwan speaks English
Where is Dr. Ferras Alwan located?
Dr. Ferras Alwan primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK The Harley Street Clinic, located at 35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
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