Dr Alan Axford
Medical DirectorDr Axford was appointed Consultant Physician at Bronglais General Hospital, Aberystwyth, in 1976. He trained at University College Hospital, London, and prior to his appointment at Aberystwyth, he worked at the Medical Research Council Pneumoconiosis Unit at Llandough Hospital. At Bronglais Hospital he has been head of the Departments of Respiratory Medicine and Oncology and was appointed Clinical Director of Medicine in 1995. He became the Trust’s Medical Director in 1997. Dr Axford is the Trust’s Lead Clinician for Cancer Services and contributes to MRC Cancer trials. He is a member of the South West Wales Cancer Network and is Chairman of the Lung Cancer Advisory Group. He is also a member of the All Wales Lung Cancer Advisory Group. Dr Axford has a keen interest in Telemedicine and the use of information and communication technology in health care.
Last updated:
26/07/2007
