Prof. Albert Ferro, Consultant Physician and Clinical Pharmacologist
Prof. Albert Ferro
Consultant Physician and Clinical Pharmacologist
Prof. Albert Ferro MB BS PhD FRCP FBPhS
Consultant Physician and Clinical Pharmacologist
Prof. Albert Ferro
Consultant Physician and Clinical Pharmacologist MB BS PhD FRCP FBPhS
About Prof. Albert Ferro
GMC number: 2942645
Year qualified: 1984
Place of primary qualification: University of London
Prof. Albert Ferro is a distinguished Consultant Physician at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals, where he has been serving since 1996. With a robust academic background and extensive clinical experience, Prof. Ferro specialises in the prevention and treatment of heart disease. He was appointed as a Prof. in 2009, reflecting his significant contributions to the field of cardiovascular medicine.
Prof. Ferro's medical journey began at King's College London, where he studied Medicine from 1978 to 1984. During this period, he achieved a 1st Class Honours intercalated BSc degree in Biochemistry in 1981. Following his qualification as a doctor, he pursued further training in medicine as a junior doctor. His academic pursuits led him to Cambridge University, where he completed a PhD in Clinical Pharmacology, further honing his expertise in cardiovascular research.
Throughout his career, Prof. Ferro has been deeply involved in both clinical practice and research, with a particular focus on blood pressure management, cardiovascular risk management, and hypertension. He provides a comprehensive General (Internal) Medicine service at Guy's and St Thomas' and runs the Hypertension Clinic, where he offers specialised care for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions.
In addition to his clinical roles, Prof. Ferro has held several prestigious positions within the medical community. He served as the Vice-President (Clinical Section) of the British Pharmacological Society from 2005 to 2007 and chaired the London Hypertension Society between 2005 and 2009, where he continues to be an active committee member. His professional affiliations extend to numerous medical societies, and he contributes to the advancement of cardiovascular science through his involvement on the Editorial Boards of several medical journals.
With a career dedicated to improving cardiovascular health, Prof. Albert Ferro remains a leading figure in his field, committed to providing exceptional care and advancing medical knowledge.
Areas of expertise
- Hypertension
- Blood pressure
- Cardiovascular risk