Dr Irfan Wahedna
Qualifications
MB BS, MRCP (UK), FRCP (London)
GMC number: 3386190
Practising since: 1983
Specialties
Geriatric Medicine, General (internal) Medicine, Respiratory Medicine
Consultation times
- Weekly Tuesday 14:00 - 17:30
- Monthly Friday 09:00 - 11:00
- Overview
About
Dr Irfan Wahedna is a distinguished Consultant in General Internal Medicine and Respiratory Medicine at University Hospitals of Derby & Burton NHS Trust, based at the Royal Derby Hospital. He also provides private consultations here at Nuffield Health Derby Hospital. With a career spanning several decades, Dr Wahedna has made notable contributions to the field of medicine through his extensive clinical expertise, deep medical knowledge and unwavering commitment to patient care.
Dr Wahedna graduated from the University of Karachi, Pakistan, in 1983 before relocating to the UK. He became a Member of the Royal College of Physicians (London) in 1988 and was awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians in 1999. He is registered as a specialist in General Internal Medicine, Respiratory Medicine and Geriatrics with the General Medical Council (GMC).
In his clinical practice, Dr Wahedna manages a broad range of conditions, including COPD, asthma, pulmonary thromboembolism, sleep-related breathing disorders, lung cancer, airway disease, bronchiectasis, chronic cough, pulmonary fibrosis, breathlessness, tuberculosis and pleural effusions. He has specialist expertise in bronchoscopy and thoracoscopy.
Highly regarded by both colleagues and patients, Dr Wahedna is known for his compassionate, patient‑centred approach. He takes time to understand each patient’s concerns and communicates clearly and empathetically, helping to build trust and confidence in the care he provides.
Alongside his clinical work, Dr Wahedna plays an important role in the education and assessment of future doctors. As an examiner for the Royal College of Physicians, he contributes to evaluating and certifying the competence of upcoming physicians. He also serves as an examiner for the General Medical Council exams for international medical graduates, helping to uphold high standards in medical practice and ensuring that patients receive care from skilled and capable professionals.
Special interests
Bronchoscopy, Thoracoscopy
Other interests
Asthma, COPD, Bronchiectasis, Cough, Tuberculosis, Pleural Diseases & Effusion, Lung Cancer, Bronchoscopy, Thoracoscopy, Lung Fibrosis, Oxygen Assessment including fitness to fly, occupational lung diseases, Pneumonia
Languages spoken
Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi
Treatments and tests offered by Dr Irfan Wahedna at Nuffield Health
- MRI scan
- X-ray
- Ultrasound
Locations Dr Irfan Wahedna works with
Related experience
Research
Role of B2 Agonists in Asthma.
Role of Leukotriene Antagonists in Asthma.
Memberships
- Royal College of Physicians
- British Thoracic Society
- European Respiratory Society
Other posts held
- Consultant Physician - Respiratory &
- General Medicine, Royal Derby Hospital
Insurers Dr Irfan Wahedna works with
Dr Irfan Wahedna works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- Bupa
- The Exeter
- Cigna
- Benenden Health
- WPA
- Vitality Health (Pru Health)
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Simplyhealth
Declaration
Dr Irfan Wahedna does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Dr Irfan Wahedna does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.
Dr Irfan Wahedna does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.