Dr Christopher Orton

Dr Christopher Orton

Respiratory Physician

Lung NodulesAcute and Chronic CoughRespiratory Infection
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About Christopher Orton

Dr Christopher Orton graduated from St George’s Hospital Medical School with MBBS and a BSc in Biochemistry and Immunology. Having completed his general medical and respiratory specialty training in London, Dr Orton has worked at prestigious teaching hospitals, including Hammersmith Hospital, St Mary’s Hospital, St George’s Hospital, and the Royal Brompton Hospital. Dr Orton has completed a PhD with Imperial College London on the effects of epithelial resurfacing with liquid nitrogen on patients with chronic bronchitis.

He has extensive experience in all aspects of respiratory disease and understands the significant impact that respiratory conditions have on patients’ lives.

Alongside his work at Welbeck, Dr Orton is a full-time NHS Consultant based at the Royal Brompton Hospital, a highly specialised heart and lung hospital, where he is central to the airways and lung cancer diagnostic services, and works in close partnership with the Royal Marsden Hospital.

As an Honorary Senior Lecturer with Imperial College London, Dr Orton is highly active in basic science and clinical research, conducting studies, supervising PhD students, and publishing papers in high-impact medical journals. Dr Orton is a co-applicant on >£5 million of grant funding.

Dr Orton is one of the most experienced “Ion robotic navigation bronchoscopy” operators in Europe, and works with the manufacturer to support new users with their first cases internationally. Dr Orton’s efforts to help build Europe’s first robotic bronchoscopy service were recognised through the 2024 Laing Buisson Award: Innovation in Care category.

Expertise

  • Lung Nodules
  • Acute and Chronic Cough
  • Respiratory Infection
  • Asthma
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Lung Cancer Diagnostics

Overview

Age of patients seen
18+
Languages spoken
English
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Consultations and services

  • Self-pay available from £300
  • Health insurance
  • Self-pay available
  • Health insurance

Insurers covered

  • WPA
  • Aviva
  • Vitality Health
  • BUPA Limited
  • AXA Health
  • +4 more

Tests & treatments

Locations

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London

1 Welbeck Street
Marylebone
London
W1G 0AR

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, but only for certain services. Some consultations, assessments, and treatments can be booked directly, while others require a GP or specialist referral. Please check the relevant service page for guidance, and contact the centre if you’re unsure.


We aim to offer appointments as quickly as possible, and many services have same-day or next-day availability. Waiting times vary depending on the appointment type, specialty, and consultant availability, but our team will always offer the earliest suitable appointment.


Yes. You can arrange an appointment for a family member, or someone you care for, just let us know when you get in touch. We’ll need their details and consent to complete the booking, unless you're their legal guardian or have power of attorney.  


Your first consultation includes a detailed discussion of your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle factors, followed by a thorough examination. It’s helpful if you can bring the results of any previous investigations with you, as well as a list of your current medications. Come with a comfortably full bladder so you can provide a urine sample if requested.


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