Dr Richard Morton
Professional statement
Dr Richard Morton is a highly regarded physician, with UK certification in respiratory medicine (pulmonology) and general internal medicine, based in London and practising at Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital. He has extensive experience managing lung conditions such as lung cancer, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), respiratory infections, and unexplained breathlessness and cough. He also carries out advanced diagnostic procedures including bronchoscopy and endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS), ensuring precise and effective patient care.
Dr Morton trained at the University of Oxford, where he earned his medical degree in 2010, following an undergraduate degree in Human Sciences from University College London. His specialist respiratory training was completed across leading West London centres including the Royal Brompton, St Mary's and Chelsea & Westminster hospitals. Between 2019 and 2023, he undertook a Clinical Research Training Fellowship at Imperial College London, focusing on molecular microbiology related to lung infections, before returning to full-time NHS practice at St Mary’s Hospital, part of the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. There, he contributes as a key member of the lung cancer multidisciplinary team.
Known for his clear and honest communication style, Dr Morton is deeply committed to patient-centred care founded on shared decision-making. He places great importance on kindness and listening in healthcare, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic treatment tailored to individual patient needs. In addition to his clinical work, he is passionate about teaching and mentoring junior doctors and medical students.
Clinics
Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital
South London, 53 Parkside,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 15 years of experience
- Private practice at Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital
Subspecialties
- Asthma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Professional memberships
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP), Royal College of Physicians
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
Reviews
- Would you recommend this doctor?
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- Treatment of the staff
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- 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.