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Dr
Dr William Lester
Haematology
English
8,799+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
5
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr. William Lester is a Consultant Haematologist specialising in medical haematology at University Hospitals Birmingham, Queen Elizabeth, where he provides tertiary specialist care for patients across the West Midlands. He also serves as Clinical Lead for Haematology at Birmingham Women’s Hospital, overseeing complex cases in maternal and general haematology.
Dr. Lester’s clinical and academic expertise spans a wide range of haematological conditions, including thrombosis, anticoagulation, bleeding disorders, and immune haematology such as ITP, TTP, and AIHA, as well as obstetric haematology and anaemia.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Lester is an Honorary Clinical Associate Professor within the Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences at the University of Birmingham. He plays a leading role in shaping national clinical practice through his position as Chair of the British Society for Haematology (BSH) Haemostasis and Thrombosis Guidelines Taskforce and as Clinical Director of UK NEQAS Blood Coagulation, where he oversees national quality assurance programmes in laboratory haemostasis.
Dr. Lester is a Principal Investigator for multiple clinical trials and an invited speaker at national and international conferences, contributing extensively to advancements in haematology research, education, and clinical standards.
Dr. Lester’s clinical and academic expertise spans a wide range of haematological conditions, including thrombosis, anticoagulation, bleeding disorders, and immune haematology such as ITP, TTP, and AIHA, as well as obstetric haematology and anaemia.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Lester is an Honorary Clinical Associate Professor within the Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences at the University of Birmingham. He plays a leading role in shaping national clinical practice through his position as Chair of the British Society for Haematology (BSH) Haemostasis and Thrombosis Guidelines Taskforce and as Clinical Director of UK NEQAS Blood Coagulation, where he oversees national quality assurance programmes in laboratory haemostasis.
Dr. Lester is a Principal Investigator for multiple clinical trials and an invited speaker at national and international conferences, contributing extensively to advancements in haematology research, education, and clinical standards.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr William Lester
Education & training
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2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2017–2021 Residency · Haematology
Career & appointments
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2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Haematology
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 2,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,370 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,156 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,556 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 651 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 630.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 10 · i10: 12
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Long-term follow-up of Haematology across GB
DOI: 10.7819/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 33541656 · cited by 154
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Validation of clinical scoring in Haematology
DOI: 10.6527/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30930632 · cited by 192
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Haematology European Annual Congress (Haematology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Haematology National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Haematology — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2022
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2022
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2022
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 5.00
- Knowledge
- 5.00
- Wait Time
- 4.75
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.00
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.90
- Value For Money
- 4.92
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Haematology
- Awareness When should you see a haematology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · william.lester@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
