Dr John Chinegwundoh
Professional statement
Dr John Chinegwundoh is a highly-experienced respiratory physician in London and Ashtead, who holds a special interest in the diagnosis and treatment of chest infection, cough, coronavirus, breathlessness, asthma and bronchiectasis.
Dr Chinegwundoh graduated from Cambridge University with a first-class honours degree winning the highly prestigious Albert Hopkinson Prize for Medicine at Emmanuel College. He has held a variety of posts throughout his training, which has helped him to obtain a wide spectrum of clinical experience.
In 2004, Dr Chinegwundoh became a consultant respiratory physician at Kingston Hospital before being appointed as the senior chest consultant in 2009. In 2018, Dr Chinegwundoh was appointed as the Clinical Director for Medicine at Kingston Hospital.
Dr Chinegwundoh further progressed his career when he spent three years on an international fellowship at the world-renowned Columbia University in New York. It was here that he completed his Doctorate studying the inflammatory process.
Following on from his Doctorate research studying the immune system and the lungs, Dr Chinegwundoh holds a particularly strong interest in persistent cough, COPD, interstitial lung disease and respiratory infections.
Clinics
New Victoria Hospital
South London, 184 Coombe Lane West, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7EGMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 31 years of experience
- Consultant General and Respiratory Physician, New Victoria Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Coronavirus
- Cough
Professional memberships
- Member of the British Thoracic Society
- Member of the British Medical Association
Education
- FRCP Royal College of Physicians London (2010)
- MD Cambridge University (2004)
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
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- Very professional doctor clearly with substantial experience in his field. Explains reasoning so that you can understand easily.
- Dr John was extremely helpful during the consultation and came up with a plan to manage my asthma. I would definitely recommend him as a consultant.
- Dr John was very patient and focusing while reviewing my history. His explanations and discussion refer to an updated skillful doctor. The agreed management plan was comprehensive. I am lucky to find such a good doctor to follow up with.
- Yes, really good experience with this consultant. Very helpful and reassuring. All staff were excellent as were the first rate facilities.
- Dr Chinegwundoh was the lead consultant when I suffered a life-threatening illness. He was an extremely reassuring presence during the whole experience. He was always calm, relaxed and empathetic. His communication is one of his great strengths.
- I have been a patient of Dr Chinegwundoh for almost a year, after contracting a severe form of Covid. The care taken, the advice given and the time spent by this consultant to explain, calmly and in detail, all the aspects of my condition was second to none,