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Dr.
Dr William Lester
Haematology
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- GP consultation
- Annual physical exam
- Vaccination administration
- Minor procedure (skin)
About Dr William Lester
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.
"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."
Credentials & verification
Medical license
Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) · GB
#GB-443312
Valid until 2028-12-31
Verify with issuerBoard certification
European Board of Haematology
#EB-217B7A69
Renewal due 2032
Verify with issuerMalpractice cover
HDI Global
2,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2011–2017
MD · Medicine and Surgery
UAB Barcelona (GB)
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2017–2021
Residency · Haematology
Universitat de València (GB)
Career & appointments
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2021-09–2022-08
Junior consultant
UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Haematology
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 |
2,370 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 |
1,156 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 |
1,556 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 |
651 |
Patient reviews
See all 13"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."
"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."
"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."
Recognition & press
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
Your consultation, step by step
- 1 Choose a slot
- 2 Brief pre-consult form
- 3 Consultation
- 4 Follow-up note & plan
Services & pricing
New patient consultation (60m)
Follow-up consultation (30m)
Vaccination administration
Minor procedure (skin)
Insurance compatibility
For international patients
Multilingual care
Coordinator: Patient liaison · william.lester@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English.
Travel & transfer
Aftercare worldwide
Coordinated follow-up by request.
Research & publications
h-index: 10 · i10: 12
Selected publications
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Long-term follow-up of Haematology across GB
DOI: 10.7819/euroclin.2026.0 · cited by 154
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Validation of clinical scoring in Haematology
DOI: 10.6527/euroclin.2025.1 · cited by 192
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Invited talks
- Practical updates in Haematology · European Annual Congress (Haematology) · Vienna · 2024
- Single-centre experience in Haematology · National Society Meeting · · 2023
Articles by Dr William Lester
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Dr William Lester is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.
02. Which languages can I be seen in?
Consultations are available in English.
03. Is the consultation in-person or online?
Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.
04. Do you accept my insurance?
In-network with major international insurers (Allianz Worldwide, AXA Global, BUPA Global and others). Use the "Verify my insurance" button to confirm your plan.
05. What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.
06. How is my health data protected?
All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
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