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Dr. Ricardo Jose

MBChB PhD DA FHEA FRCP

Respiratory Doctor

22 years of experience

London, W1G 9RU

(+2 more)

63 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Ben Davis, Dr Himender Makker and 31 other professionals

4.98

/5

(293 reviews)

22 years of experience

London, W1G 9RU

(+2 more)

63 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Ben Davis, Dr Himender Makker and 31 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Troublesome Cough
110
22
Breathlessness
102
24
Chest Infection
67
17

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About Dr. Ricardo Jose

Dr Ricardo José is a Consultant in Respiratory Medicine at the Royal Brompton Hospital Respiratory Infection unit, a unit caring for over 2,000 patients with complex infections.

Dr José covers all aspects of respiratory medicine and sees patients with all respiratory symptoms including shortness of breath, cough, chest pain and wheeze, and can help you determine the cause of your symptoms and get you the right treatment. He has a particular interest and specialist expertise in bronchiectasis, respiratory infections, chronic cough and lung complications of cancer therapy and immunosuppression.

His clinics focus on:

- Bronchiectasis ans associated chronic infections

- Chest infections (viruses, bacteria, fungi and non-tuberculous mycobacteia)

- Assessment and management of persistent Cough

- Assessment and management of unexplained Breathlessness

- Airway disease (asthma, COPD, bronchitis, bronchiolitis)

- Respiratory complications of Cancer therapy and Immunodeficiency


Dr José is a multi-award-winning physician recongised with awards by prestigious institutions such as the Royal Society of Medicine, European Respiratory Society, British society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, and Academy of Medical Sciences. He holds a PhD in Respiratory Infection, Inflammation and Immunity from University College London (UCL), a Diploma in Anaesthetics from the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa, and Postgraduate Certificate in Public Health from the University of Manchester. 

He is a Honorary Associate Professor at UCL and holds Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), reflecting his commitment to high standards in teaching, learning, and academic practice in higher education. 

Dr José  specialised in both respiratory medicine and general internal medicine as an academic clinical fellow and clinical lecturer at UCL, and was awarded a prestigious Wellcome Trust Clinical Research Training Fellowship and NIHR Clinical lectureshsip to conduct his research. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (London).

Dr José is a Consultant member of the British Thoracic Society Bronciectasis Specialist Advisory Group and until recenlty was an elected member of the BTS Council, member of the BTS Standards of Care Committee, and past member of the BTS Science and Research Committee. He is a member and deputy clinical respiratory immunologist on the North West London sub-regional immunoglobulin assessment panel.. 

He undertook two observerships at the MD Anderson Cancer Centre in Houston, USA, to develop expertise in respiratory complications of cancer therapy.

Specialist expertise offered for:

Dr José  has published over 80 manuscripts and book chapters. For a list of publication Click here

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Subspecialties

  • General (Internal) Medicine

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(596)
Skill Endorsements
(331)

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Troublesome Cough
110
22
Breathlessness
102
24
Chest Infection
67
17
Lung Function / Spirometry
70
13
Bronchiectasis
46
26
Asthma
32
23
CT Scan (Computerised Tomography Scan)
34
11
Pneumonia
14
18
Wheezing
18
10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
8
20
Chest X-Ray
15
13
Bronchitis
2
23
Chronic Cough
11
12
Long COVID
11
8
Video Consultation
6
7
Sputum Tests
4
9
Lung Cancer
5
7
Blood Testing and Results Interpretation
11
1
Breathing Disorders
4
7
Tuberculosis
10
Emphysema
1
8
Overnight Oximetry
2
7
Fitness To Fly Testing
3
6
Allergy Blood Tests
2
4
Pleural Effusion
3
2
Pulmonary Embolism (Lung Blood Clot)
1
4
Lung Disease
1
4
Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
2
Chest Pain
2
Noisy Breathing
1
1
Interstitial Lung Disease
2
Pneumothorax
2
Exercise Induced Asthma
2
Cough Hypersensitivity
2
Lung (Pulmonary) Fibrosis
1
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)
1
Exercise Advice
1
Thoracic (Lung) Surgery
1
Sibilant Rhonchi (Wheeze)
1
Cystic Fibrosis
1
Drug Allergies
1
COVID-19 - Rehabilitation and Recovery
1
Tiredness (Fatigue)
1
Postural Hypotension
1
Bronchial Challenge Test
1
Refractory Cough
1
Fungal Lung Infection
1
Cough
1
Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia
Neuropathic Cough
Aspergillosis
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Test
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Primary Immunodeficiency
Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
Bronchoscopy

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6131510


Education

University of Pretoria

Medicine

Graduated 2004

University College London, University of London

Respiratory Infection, Inflammation and Immunity

Graduated 2015


Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, Higher Education Academy, 2018
  • PhD in Respiratory Infection, Inflammation and Immuity, University College London, 2015
  • PGCert in Publich Health, The University of Manchester, 2012
  • Diploma in Anaesthetics, Colleges of Medicine of South Africa, 2005
  • MBChB, University of Pretoria, South Africa, 200

Memberships

Member of the European Respiratory Society

Member of the American College of Chest Physicians

Member of the British Thoracic Society

Member of the Royal College of Physicians (London)

Member of the British Medical Association

Member of the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa

Member of the Golden Key International Honour Society


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Portuguese

Insurers

  • Healix Health Services
  • Benenden Health
  • Aetna
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Cigna
  • WPA
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Bupa
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • General and Medical
  • The Exeter

Fees

  • New appointment

    £250
  • Follow-up appointment

    £200
*May vary on location

Locations

Wimpole Street Consulting Rooms and Diagnostic Centre

77 - 79 Wimpole Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9RU

4.92(419 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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The London Clinic

20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW

4.89(2266 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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Royal Brompton Hospital Private Consulting Rooms

Sydney Street, London, United Kingdom, SW3 6NP

4.84(171 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Paid Parking
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Video consultation

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Troublesome Cough
110
22
Breathlessness
102
24
Chest Infection
67
17

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr. Ricardo Jose is kind, professional, and clear with patients. He hears patient concerns, gives thorough assessments, and offers quick diagnosis plus treatment plans. Patients receive help for troublesome cough, breathlessness, and chest infection, along with management of bronchiectasis and evaluation of lung function.

4.33
verified patient
30 Jun 2026

Pleasant; explains in detail ; competent and thorough

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01 Jul 2026
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Thank you for your review. I am very pleased to hear that you found your consultation pleasant, thorough and informative. It is greatly appreciated that you took the time to share your experience.

5
verified patient
13 Jun 2026

Dr R Jose is a wonderful professional doctor. I felt really listened to, for the first time in years. I came to him as I had experienced lots of debilitating respiratory symptoms which are having a detrimental effect on my life. I have seen many consultants over the years who have left me on 6-7 courses of steroids & antibiotics every 6 months. No real answers, diagnosis or treatment. He is very meticulous in his questioning & he hears what you say. He read all my reports & looked at all my previous imaging. He put all the pieces together & I feel confident in his plan moving forward. My only regret is that I didn’t come sooner.

5
verified patient
11 Jun 2026

I have seen Dr Ricardo Jose several times for tests and follow-up. He always takes the time to explain clearly his thought process and I feel confident that I am getting top quality treatment. An excellent experience.

5
verified patient
27 May 2026

Received very clear instructions from Dr. Jose on how the issue I have will be tackled. Pleased with the treatment so far and will continue with Dr. Jose and his team.

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5
verified patient
22 May 2026

Doctor was efficient, extremely kind, took the time after hour to walk me through the hospital for additional examination. It is rare to see such empathy and general care/duty. Would recommend blindly.

5
verified patient
19 May 2026

I came to see Dr Jose after another respiratory consultant in my local town had been dismissive. In comparison Dr Jose was superb, he asked me all the relevant questions, suggested some more tests, listened to my chest, reassured me on certain elements and put together a mental picture of me and my issues very quickly. He advised a scan and for me to continue with yearly blood tests as having the element of advance warning is something not to be lost. In comparison the first consultant had dismissed me out of hand and told me not to bother returning for ten years. Dr Jose made the point that tumours are unpredictable and I feel very reassured that my blood tests are being taken seriously and I am in caring and good hands.

5
verified patient
18 May 2026

I have been seeing Dr José in recent months for help with some breathing problems. He explained very clearly his initial thoughts on the problem, which was then confirmed, through various tests, and he gave me a clear plan of action for treating the diagnosed breathing pattern disorder with respiratory physiotherapy. Dr José was very kind, reassuring and helpful and I feel confident that I will be able to resolve my problems in time.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
12 May 2026

kind and informative

5
verified patient
11 May 2026

Fighting a persistent cough refractory to any other medication prescribed by GP, I had the chance to be seen by Dr Ricardo Jose. He took time with me by asking me the history of my cough, and of my condition, and told me the first impression of my refractory persistent cough. Dr Jose Ricardo is a very professional, kind, listening to my health needs and responding with a prompt plan and treatment which I am following. Thank you very much Dr Ricardo Jose for your care and for your professionalism.

5
verified patient
10 May 2026

I would highly recommend seeing Dr Ricardo Jose, he is so professional, listened to all of my concerns. He was extremely thorough and didn’t rush at all. Dr Ricardo Jose telephoned me the next day to see how I was getting on with the new medication and to see how I was. The staff at The Royal Brompton from the reception, to the nurses to seeing the consultant were all first class.

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Skill Endorsements

Ricardo is an exceptional and thorough respiratory physician. He has an eye for detail and provides an excellent standard of care. I always feel confident in referring patients with respiratory disease to him, knowing they will be looked after efficiently, and with the utmost care.

30 May 2026
Endorsed for
Bronchiectasis
Breathlessness
Asthma

Dr Ben Davis

Dr Ben Davis

General Practitioner
I have looked after their patients

Excellent colleague and most pleasant to work with

30 May 2026
Endorsed for
Bronchiectasis
Breathlessness
Asthma

Dr Himender Makker

Dr Himender Makker

Respiratory Doctor
Is a colleague

A trusted colleague and expert physician.

30 May 2026
Endorsed for
Bronchiectasis
Breathlessness
Bronchitis

Professor Nima Heidari

Professor Nima Heidari

Orthopaedic Surgeon
I have looked after their patients

Dr Ricardo Jose is a highly experienced respiratory physician amongst his peers and patients.

02 Apr 2026
Endorsed for
Asthma
Noisy Breathing

Mr Harpaul Flora

Mr Harpaul Flora

General Surgeon
Is a colleague
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Most recent articles

Read articles from Dr. Ricardo Jose explaining process of procedures and other important things you should know before choosing your provider.

Emerging therapies and respiratory infections: Focus on the impact of immunosuppressants and immunotherapies

Emerging therapies and respiratory infections: Focus on the impact of immunosuppressants and immunotherapies

Host defences to infection are based upon an integrated system of physical and biochemical barriers, innate and adaptive immunity. Weakness in any of …

21 February 2024

sciencedirect.com

Insights into Personalised Medicine in Bronchiectasis

Insights into Personalised Medicine in Bronchiectasis

Bronchiectasis is a heterogenous disease with multiple aetiologies resulting in inflammation and dilatation of the airways with associated mucus production and chronic respiratory infection. The condition is being recognised ever more frequently as the availability of computed tomography increases. It is associated with significant morbidity and healthcare-related costs. With new understanding of the disease process, varying endotypes, identification of underlying causes and treatable traits, the management of bronchiectasis can be increasingly personalised.

10 January 2023

mdpi.com

Airway disease in hematologic malignancies

Airway disease in hematologic malignancies

Introduction: Hematologic malignancies are cancers of the blood, bone marrow and lymph nodes and represent a heterogenous group of diseases that affect people of all ages. Treatment generally involves chemotherapeutic or targeted agents that aim to kill malignant cells. In some cases, hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HCT) is required to replenish the killed blood and stem cells. Both disease and therapies are associated with pulmonary complications. As survivors live longer with the disease and are treated with novel agents that may result in secondary immunodeficiency, airway diseases and respiratory infections will increasingly be encountered. To prevent airways diseases from adding to the morbidity of survivors or leading to long-term mortality, improved understanding of the pathogenesis and treatment of viral bronchiolitis, BOS, and bronchiectasis is necessary. Areas covered: This review focuses on viral bronchitis, BOS and bronchiectasis in people with hematological malignancy. Literature was reviewed from Pubmed for the areas covered. Expert opinion: Airway disease impacts significantly on hematologic malignancies. Viral bronchiolitis, BOS and bronchiectasis are common respiratory manifestations in hematological malignancy. Strategies to identify patients early in their disease course may improve the efficacy of treatment and halt progression of lung function decline and improve quality of life.

15 February 2022

pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Pneumococcal Vaccination in Immunocompromised Hosts: An Update

Pneumococcal Vaccination in Immunocompromised Hosts: An Update

Infections with the pathogen, Streptococcus pneumoniae, are a common cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. It particularly affects those at the extremes of age and immunocompromised individuals. Preventing pneumococcal disease is paramount in at risk individuals, and pneumococcal vaccination should be offered. Here, we discuss the role of pneumococcal vaccination in specific groups of immunocompromised hosts.

19 May 2021

mdpi.com

FAQ

What are Dr. Ricardo Jose's reviews like?

Dr. Ricardo Jose's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 293 reviews.

What languages does Dr. Ricardo Jose speak?

Dr. Ricardo Jose speaks English and Portuguese

Where is Dr. Ricardo Jose located?

Dr. Ricardo Jose primarily practices at Wimpole Street Consulting Rooms and Diagnostic Centre, located at 77 - 79 Wimpole Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9RU
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