Dr Paul Carter

Dr Paul Carter is a highly regarded Consultant Anaesthetist based in Cardiff, specialising in the field of Anaesthetics. He is dedicated to providing safe, high-quality perioperative care for patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures. With a clinical focus that spans general anaesthesia, regional anaesthesia, and day surgery, Dr Carter works closely with multidisciplinary surgical teams to ensure patient safety, comfort, and optimal recovery throughout the surgical journey.

His clinical interests are particularly focused on perioperative medicine, ultrasound-guided regional anaesthesia, and advanced pain management techniques. Dr Carter has extensive experience in delivering anaesthesia for complex major surgeries, including renal and pancreatic transplants, hepatobiliary procedures, and gynaecological oncology operations. He is a strong advocate for shared decision-making and meticulous perioperative planning, tailoring his anaesthetic approach to meet the unique medical needs and comorbidities of each individual patient.

Dr Carter completed his medical degree at the University of Wales, qualifying in Medicine in 2010. He subsequently undertook specialist training in Anaesthetics and went on to achieve Fellowship of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (FRCA). Committed to advancing the field of anaesthesia, he is actively involved in medical education and training. He regularly facilitates regional training days, including ultrasound-guided regional anaesthesia courses, and contributes to post-fellowship teaching programmes for the next generation of anaesthetists. He is also a member of professional organisations dedicated to perioperative medicine.