Contacts and Committee Members
Main Contact
Mrs Valerie Wheater
val@wilsonsdisease.org.uk
Please contact Valerie for further information about Wilson’s disease and the WD Patient Register – UK. If you have recently been diagnosed with Wilson’s disease and would like a friendly chat with a fellow patient, or if you have any problems accessing your meds in the UK, do please get in touch.
Chair
Dr Bill Griffiths
billgriffiths@wilsonsdisease.org.uk
WDSG-UK Committee Members
Dr Mary Fortune
maryfortune@wilsonsdisease.org.uk
Mrs Liz Wood
lizwood@wilsonsdisease.org.uk
Mrs Claire Stapleton
clairestapleton@wilsonsdisease.org.uk
Mrs Valerie Wheater
val@wilsonsdisease.org.uk
Hon. Sec. Hon Treasurer & WD Patient Register-UK Co-ordinator
Medical Consultants
Dr Godfrey Gillett
Medical expert and authority on Wilson’s Disease
Trientine Adviser
Dr Rupert Purchase
rupertpurchase@wilsonsdisease.org.uk
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I join the support group?
To join, simply fill out and return our membership application form available on our Members page or contact Valerie Wheater directly.
Are there any membership fees?
Yes. There is an annual membership of £10.
What benefits do members receive?
Members receive an annual newsletter and are invited to attend the WDSG-UK AGM, where they have to opportunity to connect with prominent medical figures as well as other patients and families.
How can I contribute to the group?
You can volunteer, participate in events, or make a donation to support our initiatives.
For more information about how to get involved, contact Valerie Wheater
Where can I find more information about Wilson's Disease?
Our website offers a comprehensive library of resources, including research reports, newsletters and patient stories.
If you have any difficulty finding any information, contact Valerie Wheater for help and assistance.
