Dr Owen Dempsey

I have been followed by the ARI Chest Clinic for 10+ years and was under Dr Dempsey's care 3 years ago during an investigation stay in hospital. I recently saw him as a private patient with a further consultation to review CT scan results. Dr Dempsey has a very warm approach, he is very welcoming with a genuine big smile and has an ability to create instantly an environment of ease. A Doctor with immense experience and who is humble with no 'I am so important' attitude. He is an active listener, makes notes in a discreet way which enables a flow of conversation, and asks for clarification if needed. He goes at great length to explain in simple terms what is happening in the body, takes the patient step by step to explain a X-Ray and/or CT Scan. When it comes to treatment, Dr Dempsey explains clearly what is recommended and why and what can be realistically achieved/expected in terms of improvement. He ends a consultation by dictating his summary letter which will be sent to GP and Patient - this provides an additional opportunity to ask for a clarification on any point. I would have no hesitation in recommending Dr Dempsey. He is a credit to his profession.

I found Dr Dempsey to be very helpful, competent and was able to help me. I will be seeing him again soon

Dr Dempsey was really great He took time to speak to me and my husband Explained all about my condition and the ongoing care I may need He has a wonderful manner I could not fault him

Dr Dempsey takes time to explain everything from X-ray, Scan, Lung function results and why he recommends a certain treatment. I always feel reassured that I’m in the best possible hands after seeing him.

I have a chronic lung disease that Dr Dempsey identified, diagnosed and treated; I am of the belief that he saved me from a series outcome following months of mis-diagnosis from the primary health care system. Both Dr and the team in his ward/clinic have provided excellent care and support. The Dr has made every effort to listen to my symptoms and attempted to solve my condition while assisting with appropriate treatment. In the age of internet/AI, my only real understanding comes from my discussions with Dr Dempsey, who has remained generously patient through my constant questions/challenges. Access to the consultants at ARI is extremely limited, but the specialist clinics and nurses do make a huge difference to providing clinical care in the interim. Dr Dempsey has been excellent throughout with my clinical care, I am grateful to have met him.

Since first seeing dr Dempsey back in 2023 he put me at ease and explained my results so it was easy to take in. And also dr v weir she has also been very nice and caring to me aswell.dr Dempsey in my last appointment he took his time and explained what came back from Newcastle even tho it wasn’t the news I was expecting,he was very kind in how he told me and gave me time to take it in.

Dr Dempsey has looked after my health for many years now and has helped me to live and understand my lung disease. He is extremely welcoming which puts one at ease and sends a copy of his letter to my doctor, to me so that I can have a recap of my appointment with him. Vert efficient.

Dr Dempsey took the time to fully and clearly explain my condition in detail and outline the way forward. He and his staff acted in my best interests at all times and completed the testing and subsequent consultation in a timely, considerate and efficient manner.

Dr Dempsey was very good at listening to my concerns. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr Dempsey to any future patients.

Dr Owen Dempsey is a highly respected Respiratory Physician in Aberdeen. He has looked after my ongoing chest condition for more than 20 years. He is a good listener and always very sensible in his advice and direction of management. I retired from General Practice some 25 years ago and have seen him once or twice a year over that time. I have a number of challenging medical conditions, most prominent amongst which Vasculitis and Cardio-respiratory Failure. After any consultation Dr Dempsey circulates his report to the other specialities involved, copy to myself. It is always impressively comprehensive. Students or junior colleagues often sit in at my clinic appointment and are always involved in any clinical discussion. Dr Dempsey is a natural teacher and trainer and offers a high level of care to his grateful patients.