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Dr Richard Morton
BSc BM BCh MRCP
GMC: 7073585Professional statement
Dr Richard Morton is an experienced physician with UK certification in Respiratory Medicine (Pulmonology) and General Internal Medicine. He practices within the NHS at the Royal Brompton Hospital, one of the country's leading heart and lung units and a part of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Trust; he also sees patients privately at Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital in Southwest London. His clinical interests include respiratory infections, bronchiectasis (including cystic fibrosis), lung nodules and lung cancer, asthma, COPD, OSA and the investigation of unexplained cough and breathlessness.
Dr Morton studied medicine at the University of Oxford, graduating with a BM BCh in 2010, having previously completed a BSc in Human Sciences at University College London in 2006. He is a Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP), the British Thoracic Society (BTS) and the European Respiratory Society (ERS). Alongside his clinical practice, he undertook a Clinical Research Training Fellowship at Imperial College London, focusing on the bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa and contributing to several academic publications.
Dr Morton is passionate about education. He takes great pleasure in teaching and mentoring junior doctors and medical students, helping to train and develop the next generation of healthcare professionals.
A strong believer in the importance of kindness in healthcare, Dr Morton prides himself in being a clear and honest communicator, always striving to give his patients excellent care through shared decision making. He is happiest working within enthusiastic, multi-disciplinary teams that can deliver high-quality, holistic care.
Clinics
53 Parkside, South LondonMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 15 years of experience
- Private practice at Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital
Subspecialties
- Respiratory infection
- Bronchiectasis
Professional memberships
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP), Royal College of Physicians
- British Thoracic Society (BTS)
Education
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (BM BCh), University of Oxford (2006–2010)
- BSc in Human Sciences, University College London (2003–2006)
Publications and conferences
- Dr Morton's publications are available on ResearchGate|https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Richard-Morton-3
Languages spoken
- English
- French
Registration number: 7073585
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- Dr Morton was charming, efficient and professional. I found he explained everything to me in straightforward terms and he has already arranged for me to start treatment. I can’t recommend Dr Morton highly enough.Doctor's response -Thank you very much for your feedback, I was happy to be able to help.
- Parkside Hospital is a well run facility from parking through to reception. My Consultant, Richard takes time to check and discuss results with me, He provided comprehensive feedback from a recent CT Scan explaining in fine detail & out lining the plan and next steps. Richard followed up with a letter summarising our meeting which was a very useful record of my medical condition and helpful to accurately articulate the results to my immediate family. I am very satisfied with Richards approachDoctor's response -Thank you for your feedback, I'm glad you found Parkside to be well run and that you were satisfied with our consultation.
- Dr Richard Morton was extremely helpful and very pleasant. I would recommend him to my family friends and colleaguesDoctor's response -Thank you for your kind words.
- I cannot recommend Dr Morton highly enough. He was thoroughly professional and reassuring. He realised I was exhausted and needed as much emotional as physical help and this he provided. He replied to my worried email almost by return. His treatment was thorough.Doctor's response -Thank you for your feedback.
- I could not have had a better experience with Dr Morton. In his profile he specifically mentioned a belief in the role of kindness (amongst other things) in medical treatment. This helped my choice. My anxiety was greatly assuaged by Dr Morton’s listening and clear communication.Doctor's response -Thank you for your kind words - it was lovely meeting you and I was happy to reassure.
- Very thorough and reassuring.Doctor's response -Thank you for your review, I'm glad I was able to help.