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Dr Joan Desborough

Anaesthetics London

Dr Joan Desborough

14 years of experience

3,136+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
8
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Joan Desborough at a glance

Dr Joan Desborough is an Anaesthetics practitioner based in London, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 46+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2008). Serves patients in London, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Joan Desborough is an anaesthetist. They provide a vital service ensuring patient comfort and safety during surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures. Their expertise lies in providing individualised anaesthesia care, taking into account each patient's medical history, surgical needs, and personal preferences. Dr Desborough is dedicated to ensuring patients have a positive experience throughout their perioperative journey.

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

— Dr Joan Desborough

Education & training

  1. 2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, London (GB)
  2. 2008–2012 Residency · Anaesthetics
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, London (GB)
  3. 2012–2013 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Anaesthetics

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-8202 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Anaesthetics
#EB-267CC1AA · issued 2013 · renewal 2023
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 932
Annual physical exam 99395 2,546
Vaccination administration 90471 146
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 917

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 90 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Joan Desborough in consultation
IN OFFICE
Joan Desborough with the team
WITH TEAM
Joan Desborough at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 131s
Meet Joan Desborough

Research & publications

h-index: 13 · i10: 6

  1. European registry analysis of Anaesthetics outcomes
    Joan Desborough, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.3266/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 33761774 · cited by 68
  2. Outcomes of Anaesthetics in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Joan Desborough, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.4476/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35302285 · cited by 78
  3. European registry analysis of Anaesthetics outcomes
    Joan Desborough, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.4957/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 33310249 · cited by 16
  4. Outcomes of Anaesthetics in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Joan Desborough, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.4971/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 31205301 · cited by 10

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Anaesthetics European Annual Congress (Anaesthetics) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Anaesthetics National Society Meeting · London · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Anaesthetics — London · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2013
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2013
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2013

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Anaesthetics
  • Awareness When should you see a anaesthetics?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · joan.desborough@euroclinics.example

Location

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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 Joan Desborough's Areas of Specialty

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Anaesthetics

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Joan Desborough specialise in?

    Joan Desborough specialises in Anaesthetics in London, GB. 46 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Joan Desborough treat?

    Joan Desborough treats conditions within Anaesthetics. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Joan Desborough practise?

    Joan Desborough practises in London, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Joan Desborough speak?

    Joan Desborough speaks English.

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