MBBS FRCA FFPMRCA FRCP
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29 years of experience
Cheltenham, GL51 6SY
4 connections in healthcare
Live bookings available
29 years of experience
Cheltenham, GL51 6SY
4 connections in healthcare
Dr William Rea is an Anaesthetist with an interest in Pain Management. He holds two NHS jobs - as an anaesthetist at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in Birmingham and as a Pain Management Specialist at Gloucestershire Hospitals. He qualified in London in 1996 and did his postgraduate training in Birmingham.
Dr Rea has an interest in Abdominal & Pelvic Pain and works closely with other pecialists to ensure excellent care for his patients. He also sees patients with Post-Surgical Pain; Neuropathic Pain; Joint Pain and MSK/Spinal Pain. He performs procedures including Radiofrequency (Spine, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, SIJ); Pudendal and other peripheral nerve blocks.
Dr Rea also works with physiotherapists and psychologists in Pain Management to optimise outcomes for patients living with chronic pain.
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General Medical Council
No. 4325394
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 1996
Dr Rea qualified as a Doctor from the University of London in 1996. He trained initially in General and Respiratory Medicine, before switching to Anaesthesia in 2003. He did postgraduate training in Anaesthesia in Gloucestershire, New South Wales and the West Midlands, including Advanced Pain Training at University Hospitals Birmingham.
He has been trained in a range of interventional pain techniques including radiofrequency treatments.
Along the way, he was awarded a Master's Degree in Medical Education from the University of Birmingham and has held a number of Regional Education and Training roles.
New appointment
£250Follow-up appointment
£200Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, United Kingdom, GL51 6SY
I saw dr Rea for a shoulder procedure,his examination/explanation was thorough and easy to understand.
Dr Rea spoke in easy to understand terms, was friendly and explained the procedure throughly. He put us at ease immediately. It all went exactly as he said. Thank you
Great Listening skills, I felt really heard and understood. Practical solutions, and very helpful in general.
Meeting Dr Rea was a really positive experience. I was treated like an adult and listened to. (Something I've not always got in my medical journal sadly) He was very friendly, highly knowledgeable and I wish I had the opportunity to see him years ago. I can't rate this Dr enough about his manner, knowledge and ideas of treatment. I felt that he had one of the best experiences with pelvic pain in men that I've ever spoken to. I would highly recommend anyone thinking about seeing Dr Rea to do it. Top man .. wish there were more dr's like him.
Dr Rea explained pain in fibromyalgia so brilliantly it helped me understand more about this condition that is misunderstood. I could have listened to him all day with what he was talking about. I came away after not expecting a great deal to having a better understanding about why I feel like I do. Dr Rea also sent me more information via email. I waited a year for this appointment and felt frustrated it took so long, however it was worth the wait due to what I learnt at this appointment.
Dr Rea was friendly, efficient and communicated really well. Didn't try to blind me with science, but neither did he treat me as a 'numpty'. It's good to know that I've been listened to and there's a plan in place. Appointment was pretty much on time, so not too much hanging around. Thank goodness for our NHS!
I visited Dr Bill Rea last years when I was suffering horrendous chronic daily pain. I had seen many GP's and consultants but this was the first time i felt listened too. This was so important to feel heard and validated, especially feeling that other practitioners didnt always listen and dismissed me and my pain. Dr Rea was patient, listened and allowed time for my emotions without rushing me. I have seen him again, but my condition is much improved following an operation, he still listened allowed me time to discuss my 'journey' and helped me feel more positive about moving forward.
It makes the biggest difference to be listened to and feel confident in any advice and recommendations given. I have spent years in hospitals and come across many drs/ specialists but few have taken the time and consideration Dr Rea has. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him
My appointment with Dr Rea was very helpful. After many treatments at Glos Hosp I now understand my OAB problem more and hopefully with the continuous medication he has prescribed I might begin to feel better soon
What are Dr Bill Rea's reviews like?
Dr Bill Rea's overall patient rating is 4.85 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 11 reviews.
What languages does Dr Bill Rea speak?
Dr Bill Rea speaks English
Where is Dr Bill Rea located?
Dr Bill Rea primarily practices at Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital, located at Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, United Kingdom, GL51 6SY
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Does Dr Bill Rea accept new patients?
Dr Bill Rea generally accepts new patients.
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