Meet Andrew, a haematologist

Meet Andrew, an NHS haematologist, and hear him tell you about the role and the qualifications needed. This film was developed by Health Education England as part of the 'Patient journey' teaching resources for schools and colleges. Find out more at www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/care....

[@yetunde2139]

I’m sickle cell and 13 at 12 I decided I want to be a haematologist and I’m DETERMINED my mind is set

[@HealthCareers]

Dear Yetunde,
Thank you for contacting Health Careers.
It’s fantastic to hear you are determined to become a haematologist, and you have chosen this career due to your health.
As you are aware haematology is the study of blood and blood forming tissues. You can read more about haematology on our website: www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/healthcare-science/roles-healthcare-science/life-sciences/haematology-healthcare-scientist
If you have any further questions, please feel free to message us again or contact us on 0345 6060 655, quoting your personal reference number 4520433. You can also find further information on our website at www.healthcareers.nhs.uk
Kind regards,
Health Careers Team
Make a difference with a career in health

[@dianehaydock2144]

Hi Andrew I need some advice I've had bone pain in hips shoulders back tongue swelling and I started bleeding heavy after no period for 4 years my bones keep cracking and feeling weak I think it's myeloma but my doctors think it's just menopause eventho low iron and potassium plus iffy stomach and kappa light chain blood level high can u give me some advice ?

[@simonthreadingham94]

Please can you advise me on what is a healthy level for Transferrin Saturation %? Kind Regards, Simon

[@macrophage4895]

Roughly how many years does it take to become a Hematologist in Ireland ?

[@HealthCareers]

Hi Ryan, as Health Careers details with England we are unable to answer that question but would recommend you check out health.gov.ie/ who provide similar services in Ireland.
Kind regards,
4527724
Health Careers Team
Make a difference with a career in health

[@Tcutie123456789]

what university course did he do? Medicine or biomed?

[@HealthCareers]

Thank you for contacting Health Careers Tara. Your feedback regarding the advert is important to us and we are grateful for you comment. Unfortunately Andrew doesn’t say which route he took at university. If you are considering a career within the NHS, you can find information on our website: www.healthcareers.nhs.uk Best wishes, Health Careers

[@RK-ep8qy]

you have to do medicine to become a haematologist because they are medical doctors

[@user-ty2mv9xp9b]

Can anyone recommend how to get work experience in order to become a haematologist