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Dr Ian McCafferty

Radiology / Imaging Edgbaston

Dr Ian McCafferty

2 years of experience

2,139+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
13
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Ian McCafferty at a glance

Dr Ian McCafferty is a Radiology / Imaging practitioner based in Edgbaston, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. They have 37+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2021). Serves patients in Edgbaston, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

About

Dr Ian McCafferty is a highly respected Consultant Diagnostic

& Interventional Radiologist in Birmingham, renowned

for his expertise in renal, prostate colorectal and vascualr malformations imaging and interventional radiology. With a distinguished career spanning over two decades, Dr McCafferty has played a pivotal role in advancing prostate and renal cancer diagnostics,  minimally invasive therapies in the treatment of renal cancer with ablation, embolization for benign prostatic hyperplasia, varicoceles, pelvic congestion, vascular

malformations and genicular artery embolisation within the West Midlands and beyond. 

After qualifying in medicine from University College London,

Dr McCafferty obtained his membership of the Royal College of Physicians and

took up a training post in clinical Radiology in the West Midlands training

scheme. He undertook specialist training in interventional radiology and a

fellowship at Oxford University Hospitals, developing a particular interest in

urological imaging. He was appointed at University Hospital Birmingham in 1999

where he has been instrumental in the introduction and development of

multi-parametric MRI for the early detection and accurate diagnosis of prostate

cancer, working in close collaboration with urologists and oncologists to

ensure the highest standards of patient care. In 2022 Dr McCafferty was headhunter to the Birmingham Women's & Children's Hospital to head up their expanding interventional radiology services.

Dr McCafferty is recognised for his commitment to

innovation, being one of the pioneers in urological minimally invasive

procedures. His clinical practice focuses on providing precise, patient-centred

diagnostic and treatment pathways, reducing the need for invasive surgery and

improving patient outcomes. 

In addition to his clinical work, Dr McCafferty is actively

involved in teaching and research. He regularly lectures at national and

international conferences, has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals.

He is a member of several professional bodies, including the Royal College of

Radiologists and British Society of Interventional Radiologists where he was

president from 2019-2021. Dr McCafferty was a founding member of both the British

Society of Urogenital Radiology, Interventional Oncology UK and Vascular Anomalies Special Interest Group within BSIR. 

Dr McCafferty’s approach is defined by his dedication to

evidence-based medicine, patient safety, and the continual improvement of

prostate cancer diagnosis and management. Patients value his clarity in

communication, empathetic manner, and commitment to supporting them at every

stage of their care journey at the Birmingham Prostate Clinic. 

Outside work, Ian enjoys mountain biking, golf, dining with

friends and travelling.   

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Ian McCafferty

Education & training

  1. 2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Edgbaston (GB)
  2. 2021–2025 Residency · Radiology / Imaging
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Edgbaston (GB)
  3. 2025–2026 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Radiology / Imaging

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-173145 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Radiology / Imaging
#EB-70715195 · issued 2026 · renewal 2036
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,653
Annual physical exam 99395 2,715
Vaccination administration 90471 1,635
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,372

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 30 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Ian McCafferty
HEADSHOT
Ian McCafferty in consultation
IN OFFICE
Ian McCafferty with the team
WITH TEAM
Ian McCafferty at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 82s
Meet Ian McCafferty

Research & publications

h-index: 18 · i10: 9

  1. Outcomes of Radiology / Imaging in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ian McCafferty, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6811/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 34411145 · cited by 133
  2. European registry analysis of Radiology / Imaging outcomes
    Ian McCafferty, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.8182/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31987365 · cited by 47

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Radiology / Imaging European Annual Congress (Radiology / Imaging) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Radiology / Imaging National Society Meeting · Edgbaston · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Radiology / Imaging — Edgbaston · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2026
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2026
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2026

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Radiology / Imaging 2026-03-23 · 10 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a radiology / imaging? 2026-01-13 · 5 min read

For international patients

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Patient liaison · dr.ian.mccafferty@euroclinics.example

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Ian McCafferty's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Ian McCafferty treats, with the size of the national pool of United Kingdom doctors offering the same care.

Radiology / Imaging

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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    Ian McCafferty speaks English.

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