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Dr Bill Rea

MBBS FRCA FFPMRCA FRCP

Anaesthetist

Live bookings available

30 years of experience

Droitwich Spa, WR9 8DN

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9 connections in healthcare

4.9

/5

(16 reviews)

Live bookings available

30 years of experience

Droitwich Spa, WR9 8DN

(+1 more)

9 connections in healthcare

Areas of expertise

Chronic Pain
7
Nerve Pain
6
Chronic Pelvic Pain
5

Contact

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About Dr Bill Rea

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.


Subspecialties

  • Pain Management

Areas of expertise

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Chronic Pain
7
Nerve Pain
6
Chronic Pelvic Pain
5
Bladder Pain
3
Back Pain
3
Shoulder Pain
1
Fibromyalgia
1
Botulinum Toxin (Botox) Injections
1
Ultrasound Guided Joint Injections
1
Spinal Pain
1
Lower Back Pain
1
Endometriosis Pain
1
Pudendal Neuropathy
1
Chronic Post-Surgical Pain
1
Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)
Thoracic Pain
Testicular Pain
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
Sciatica
Rib Pain
Pain Management
Neck Pain
Musculoskeletal Pain
Joint Pain
Vulvodynia
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Rectal Pain
Post-Operative Pain
Neuropathic Pain
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Cervical Pain
Bursitis (Ischial)
Buttock Pain
Arm Pain
Epidural
Peripheral Nerve Block
Spinal Injections for Pain
Facet Joint Injection
Post-Herpetic Neuralgia
Sacroiliac Joint Injection
Nerve Block
Penile Pain
Pulsed Radiofrequency
Nerve Root Entrapment
Radiofrequency Denervations and Pulsed Radiofrequency to Nerves
Mesh Complications
Steroid Injection
Neck Pain Injections/Interventions
Refractory Neuropathic Pain
Trigger Point Injections
Prostatitis (Prostate Swelling)
Radiofrequency Treatments
Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder (PGAD)
Botox for Migraines
Radiofrequency Denervations
Meralgia Paresthetica
Back Injections (including Steroid Epidurals)
Nerve Root Injection
Coccydynia (Coccyx Pain)
Intramuscular Injection
Chronic Neck Pain
Anaesthesia

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4325394


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 1996


Qualifications

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.


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Cigna
  • Healix Health Services
  • Benenden Health

Fees

  • New appointment

    £250
  • Follow-up appointment

    £200
*May vary on location

Locations

Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital

Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, United Kingdom, GL51 6SY

4.89(500 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
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Sunday

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

The Droitwich Spa Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

St Andrews Rd, Droitwich Spa, United Kingdom, WR9 8DN

4.88(970 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Areas of expertise

Chronic Pain
7
Nerve Pain
6
Chronic Pelvic Pain
5

Contact

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Reviews

5
verified patient
02 Nov 2026

After months of pain i found dr rea and was more than pleased with thr way he managed to sort.out whats been unbearable pain

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5
verified patient
02 Nov 2026

I had an exceptional experience with Dr. Rae. I explained my SI joint symptoms to him and he suggested the procedure I needed to be pain free again. After a few weeks my pain is gone and I feel like myself again!! Thank you Dr. Ray

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5
verified patient
10 Oct 2026

Dr Rea is fantastic. I’ve had a few injections with him now and he really takes the time to understand your symptoms even when it can be quite difficult to explain the problem, his experience gets you to the right place. After trying a couple of different procedures, he found the one that has really worked for me and I’m so grateful. He’s very funny which makes the whole experience more bearable. His staff are all clearly very fond of him too which is a good indicator of a kind, caring man.

Reply from Bill Rea
23 Oct 2026
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Thank you! I'm really pleased you had a positive experience! Do come again!

5
verified patient
14 Sep 2026

Dr Bill was charming, funny & extremely helpful. He gave me his time and energy to approach the problem I have. The NHS gave me an appointment to see me at a pain clinic in May ‘27 I paid Dr Rea in a week and it was £250 … the best £250 I’ve ever spent … Thanks DrBill 🤝

Reply from Bill Rea
08 Oct 2026
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Thank you for your review. I'm pleased you found it helpful.

5
verified patient
19 Jun 2026

Travelling from Northampton to attend for Dr Rea's injections treatment for the second time. Once again I was met with a high degree of medical professionalism at each stage of the process. Pre-injections at all times the nurses kept me comfortable and ensured I had nothing to worry about. When meeting Dr Rea he again took time to speak with me and explain the full procedure to me. During the procedure I was kept comfortable, calm and each stage was explained to me. Post-injections I was monitored by the nurses who provided a nice cup of tea and some biscuits. Once the required observations were completed and the nurse ensured I was OK I was ready to go home. The overall experience was pleasant. Thank you Dr Rea, nurses and Sasha.

Reply from Bill Rea
08 Oct 2026
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Thank you for reviewing the clinic. I will pass your kind comments on to the team.

5
verified patient
19 Jun 2026

I saw dr Rea for a shoulder procedure,his examination/explanation was thorough and easy to understand.

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Reply from Bill Rea
08 Oct 2026
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Thank you for this review. We are looking to expand our treatments for Shoulder Pain in the future.

5
verified patient
17 Jun 2026

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

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Reply from Bill Rea
08 Oct 2026
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Thank you for reviewing! I'm pleased you found me to your liking!

5
verified patient
16 Jun 2026

Great Listening skills, I felt really heard and understood. Practical solutions, and very helpful in general.

Reply from Bill Rea
08 Oct 2026
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Thank you for this review. I'm pleased you had such a positive experience!

5
verified patient
09 Jun 2026

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.

Reply from Bill Rea
08 Oct 2026
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I'm really pleased you had such a positive experience. Thank you.

5
verified patient
17 May 2026

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.

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What are Dr Bill Rea's reviews like?

Dr Bill Rea's overall patient rating is 4.9 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 16 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 The Droitwich Spa Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at St Andrews Rd, Droitwich Spa, United Kingdom, WR9 8DN
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