Dr Carolyn Hemsley, Consultant and Clinical Lead for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases

Dr Carolyn Hemsley

Consultant and Clinical Lead for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases

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Dr Carolyn Hemsley MA BM BCh (OXON) PhD MRCP RCPath

Consultant and Clinical Lead for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases

MA BM BCh (OXON) PhD MRCP RCPath

Dr Carolyn Hemsley

Consultant and Clinical Lead for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases MA BM BCh (OXON) PhD MRCP RCPath

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MA BM BCh (OXON) PhD MRCP RCPath

Areas of expertise

  • Bone and joint infection
  • Infection in the immunocompromised
  • Infectious diseases
  • Medical microbiology & virology

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  • byMr Bahram Fakouri, Consultant Spinal Surgeon

    An excellent clinician. I would highly recommend her.

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    An excellent clinician. I would highly recommend her.

  • Address

    • London Bridge Hospital

      27 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2PR

    About Dr Carolyn Hemsley

    GMC number: 4122728

    Year qualified: 1994

    Place of primary qualification: Oxford University

    Dr Carolyn Hemsley is a distinguished consultant in infectious diseases and microbiology at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, where she has been serving since 2007. She is also a key member of Westminster Clinical Infection Consultants LLP, a team specialising in infection prevention, control, and healthcare-associated infections. Dr Hemsley obtained her medical degree from Oxford University in 1994.

    Dr Hemsley has a profound interest in bone and joint infections and infections in immunocompromised patients. She established and continues to lead the Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy Service, which supports patients in the community receiving intravenous antimicrobials. Her expertise extends to decontamination and infection control, ensuring the highest standards of patient care.

    In addition to her clinical roles, Dr Hemsley provides medical advisory services for HCA UK, particularly at London Bridge Hospital. She advises on infection prevention strategies, clinical governance, and the accuracy of published medical literature. Her contributions are vital in maintaining safe and efficient hospital operations.

    Dr Hemsley’s dedication to her field is evident through her involvement in both NHS and private healthcare sectors, ensuring comprehensive care for her patients. Her work with medical insurance companies and NHS contacts further highlights her commitment to advancing clinical standards and patient care.

    Areas of expertise

    • Bone and joint infection
    • Infection in the immunocompromised
    • Infectious diseases
    • Medical microbiology & virology

    Professional memberships

    Royal College of Physicians
    Royal College of Pathologists