Dr. Athol Wells

Dr. Athol Wells, MBChB, MD, FRCP

Dr. Athol Wells is a pulmonologist at Royal Brompton Hospital in London, United Kingdom. He is known for interstitial lung disease.

Professor Wells leads the Interstitial Lung Disease Unit at Royal Brompton Hospital, one of the largest ILD services in Europe. Originally from New Zealand, his research has defined how ILD is staged and monitored, including in systemic sclerosis.

About Dr. Athol Wells – Profile Identity

• Full Name: Athol Wells, MBChB, MD, FRCP
• Credentials: MBChB, MD, FRCP
• Specialty: Pulmonary (lung) medicine
• Subspecialty and Expertise: Interstitial lung disease; pulmonary fibrosis; ILD in connective tissue disease
• Current Role: Consultant Respiratory Physician and Head of the Interstitial Lung Disease Unit, Royal Brompton Hospital; Professor, Imperial College London
• Years in Practice: Career dates are being confirmed from the official profile
• Languages: English (confirm with the office)
• Gender: Male
• New Patients: Not confirmed; ask the office when you request an appointment
• Telehealth: Not confirmed on the public profiles reviewed; ask the office whether virtual visits are offered
• NPI: Not applicable (NPI numbers are issued only to US providers)

Address & Contact

• Practice: Royal Brompton Hospital
• Address: Royal Brompton Hospital, Sydney Street, London SW3 6NP, United Kingdom
• Phone: 020 7352 8121 (Royal Brompton switchboard)
• Fax and Email: No public fax or professional email listed on the profiles reviewed
• Website: rbht.nhs.uk
• Appointments: Use the Book An Appointment button on this page or the booking line on the official website; some services need a referral
• Office Hours: Clinic days vary; confirm with the office

Specialties & Education

Conditions treated, procedures and areas of expertise listed in public professional profiles for Dr. Athol Wells:

• Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)
• Interstitial lung disease (ILD) and lung scarring
• ILD linked to autoimmune disease
• Sarcoidosis
• Lung disease in systemic sclerosis

Education and training:

• Medical Degree and MD: Trained in New Zealand and the UK; institutions and dates being confirmed

Certifications, License & Affiliations

• Specialist Registration: Respiratory medicine on the GMC Specialist Register (confirm on the GMC register)
• Medical License: Licensed to practice medicine; confirm current status with the General Medical Council (GMC) register
• Hospital and Academic Affiliations: Royal Brompton and Harefield hospitals (Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust); Imperial College London

Insurance

NHS care is reached through GP referral to the hospital trust and is free at the point of use for eligible patients. Private appointments can be self-funded or paid through private medical insurance; check with your insurer (for example Bupa, AXA Health or Aviva) that the consultant is recognised before booking. Coverage for Dr. Athol Wells was not confirmed plan by plan.

Fees

Private consultation fees are not published on the profiles reviewed. Ask the private hospital’s bookings team for a quote; NHS care carries no consultation fee for eligible patients.

Professional Information

• Developed widely used ILD staging approaches for systemic sclerosis lung disease
• Large publication record in ILD

Reviews & Ratings

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Verification

• Royal Brompton consultant page (rbht.nhs.uk)
• GMC register
• Profile compiled October 1, 2026. Details marked as being confirmed should be checked against the official sources above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Athol Wells known for?

Dr. Athol Wells is known for interstitial lung disease.

Where does Dr. Athol Wells practice?

He practices at Royal Brompton Hospital in London, United Kingdom.

What conditions does Dr. Athol Wells treat?

He focuses on interstitial lung disease and sarcoidosis.

How can I book an appointment with Dr. Athol Wells?

Use the Book An Appointment button on this page to send a request, then confirm the location, referral needs and availability with Royal Brompton Hospital before you visit.

Find MD Health Disclaimer

Provider location, specialty information, insurance participation, and availability may change. Confirm current details directly with Royal Brompton Hospital.