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Mr Ibrahim Roushdi is a highly accomplished consultant orthopaedic hand surgeon with ... See more
Expert in:
- Wrist surgery
- Hand arthritis
- Carpal tunnel surgery
- Hand surgery
- Arthritis
- Joint replacement
- Wrist surgery
- Hand arthritis
- Carpal tunnel surgery
- Hand surgery
- Arthritis
- Joint replacement
Professional statement
Mr Ibrahim Roushdi is a highly accomplished consultant orthopaedic hand surgeon with over 15 years of extensive experience in the field. He is based in Shrewsbury and Oswe... See more
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Years of experience
More than 20 years
Professional experience
Consultant Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon, Nuffield Health Shrewsbury Hospital (present)Consul... See more
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Mr Ibrahim Roushdi
Professional statement
Mr Ibrahim Roushdi is a highly accomplished consultant orthopaedic hand surgeon with over 15 years of extensive experience in the field. He is based in Shrewsbury and Oswestry, where he has established himself as a leading expert in various areas of orthopaedic surgery, specialising in wrist surgery, wrist arthritis, thumb arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, thumb joint replacement, and hand surgery.
Mr Roushdi's completed his MBBS at the renowned St George’s Hospital Medical School in 2005, where he laid the foundation for his medical career.
Following his education, Mr Roushdi completed his orthopaedic training on the South West Thames rotation, earning his FRCS(orth) in 2013. He later was awarded the prestigious British Diploma in Hand Surgery in 2016, showcasing his commitment to the advancement of his specialty.
Alongside the aforementioned areas, he also possesses expert knowledge in various areas of orthopaedics, including Dupuytren’s contracture, nerve surgery, and wrist arthroplasty.
In addition to his clinical expertise, Mr Roushdi is actively involved in research and academia. He has a notable record of multiple research publications and serves as a regular speaker at conferences, contributing significantly to the orthopaedic field's knowledge and advancements. His dedication to education and research has earned him recognition as a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons and membership in prestigious organisations such as the British Orthopaedic Association and the British Society for Surgery of the Hand.
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GMC: 6122875
Languages spoken
- Arabic
- French
- English
Mr Ibrahim Roushdi
Professional Statement
Dr Niket Patel is a foremost consultant interventional cardiologist based in London who sp... See more
Expert in:
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Interventional cardiology
- Imaging diagnostic system
- Arrhythmia
- Heart failure
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Interventional cardiology
- Imaging diagnostic system
- Arrhythmia
- Heart failure
Professional statement
Dr Niket Patel is a foremost consultant interventional cardiologist based in London who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. His areas of expertise lie in chest pain See more
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Years of experience
More than 20 years
Professional experience
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, The Wellington Hospital, London (present)Consultant... See more
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Dr Niket Patel
Professional statement
Dr Niket Patel is a foremost consultant interventional cardiologist based in London who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. His areas of expertise lie in chest pain, breathlessness, interventional cardiology, advanced imaging, arrhythmia and heart failure.
Dr Patel's main goal is to deliver excellent care to his patients, putting them all at the heart of his decision-making process. His years' of training in London and Oxford has provided him with a wealth of expertise that allows him to expertly manage all diseases and conditions related to the heart. He also has a special interest in the area of cardiac intervention, which involves using minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat heart problems.
In addition to his consultancy role, Dr Patel is passionate about training the next generation of doctors. As a result, he is an honorary senior clinical lecturer and a cardiology module lead at University College London. He is also responsible for training specialist doctors in both cardiology and cardiac intervention.
Being actively involved in cardiac research positions him at the forefront of his medical field. Overall, he has authored over 50 scientific publication in peer-reviewed journals and is an investigator for numerous international trials. His principal areas of research are in coronary physiology, microvascular function, intra-coronary imaging and myocardial infarction.
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GMC: 6052534
Languages spoken
- Gujarati
- English
Dr Niket Patel
Professional Statement
Mr Raghbir Khakha is a leading consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon, based in&nb... See more
Expert in:
- Sports injuries
- Joint preservation surgery
- Joint replacement
- Knee
- Paediatric orthopaedics
- Osteotomy
- Sports injuries
- Joint preservation surgery
- Joint replacement
- Knee
- Paediatric orthopaedics
- Osteotomy
Professional statement
Mr Raghbir Khakha is a leading consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon, based in London. He has a special interest in injuries and disorders of the knee includi... See more
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Years of experience
More than 20 years
Professional experience
Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Knee Surgeon, Orthopaedic Specialists (2018 - present)Consulta... See more
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Mr Raghbir Khakha
Professional statement
Mr Raghbir Khakha is a leading consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon, based in London. He has a special interest in injuries and disorders of the knee including sports injuries, joint preservation surgery, total, partial, and revision knee replacement, osteotomy, and paediatric knee conditions.
Mr Khakha completed his undergraduate degree in Trauma and Orthopaedics at University College London in 2005, before going on to complete his medical training at St George's Hospital in 2006, and gaining a MSc in Trauma and Orthopaedics in 2017 at the University of Brighton. He completed a fellowship with Professor Adrian Wilson, focusing on complex ligament, osteotomy, and arthroplasty surgery, while also having the opportunity to travel around the world to train with renowned surgeons, including a spell at Massachusetts General Hospital for Trauma Surgery, in Boston, USA.
Mr Khakha is involved in the training and education of fellow surgeons. He is a honorary senior clinical lecturer, and runs courses in postgraduate surgical exams, while continuing to supervise junior surgeons.
He has published numerous peer-reviewed papers, and continues undertaking research projects.
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GMC: 6148323
Languages spoken
- Hindi
- English
- Punjabi
Mr Raghbir Khakha
Professional Statement
Dr Amandeep Singh Grewal is a vastly experienced general practitioner with over ... See more
Expert in:
- Allergy
- Men's health check
- Acne
- Health check up (health screening)
- Cosmetic dermatology
- Hair loss
- Allergy
- Men's health check
- Acne
- Health check up (health screening)
- Cosmetic dermatology
- Hair loss
Professional statement
Dr Amandeep Singh Grewal is a vastly experienced general practitioner with over 14 years experience, who attends to patients in London. He specialises in all areas of general m... See more
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Years of experience
More than 20 years
Professional experience
General Practitioner, 10 Harley Street Clinics, London (present)Lead Physician, Bupa Fo... See more
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Dr Amandeep Singh Grewal
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Dr Amandeep Singh Grewal
Godwin Suite, King's Head House, 15 London End, Beaconsfield
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Dr Amandeep Singh Grewal
Professional statement
Dr Amandeep Singh Grewal is a vastly experienced general practitioner with over 14 years experience, who attends to patients in London. He specialises in all areas of general medicine including health screening, hair loss, allergies, male health, acne, and cosmetic dermatology.
Dr Grewal achieved his medical qualifications from Imperial College London, before passing his Royal College of General Practitioners membership exam as one of the top 20% of doctors in his year group.
He has experience in various areas of the NHS including roles in A & E, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, and general surgery. He is an expert in cosmetic dermatology related treatments such as treatments for hair loss and cellulite, also liposculpture and skin resurfacing.
For 3 years Dr Grewal held the position of lead physician with BUPA, administering advanced health screening to patients of all ages and backgrounds, vital experience which enables him to give holistic health advice from a broad perspective. Aside from his work in the NHS, he has also worked as a forensic medical examiner, for Thames Valley Police.
Dr Grewal is also a fully certified GP trainer and has tutored and mentored many GPs through their studies, guiding them all the way to full qualification.
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GMC: 6054036
Languages spoken
- Hindi
- English
- Punjabi
- Urdu
Dr Amandeep Singh Grewal
Professional Statement
Dr Karen Joash is an esteemed consultant gynaecologist with over 20 years of experien... See more
Expert in:
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound
- Fibroids
- Polyps
- Heavy periods
- Hysterectomy
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound
- Fibroids
- Polyps
- Heavy periods
- Hysterectomy
Professional statement
Dr Karen Joash is an esteemed consultant gynaecologist with over 20 years of experience, practising in London. She is skilled in the treatment and See more
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Years of experience
More than 20 years
Professional experience
Consultant Gynaecologist, The Portland Hospital for Women and Children, London (2014 - present)C... See more
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Dr Karen Joash
Professional statement
Dr Karen Joash is an esteemed consultant gynaecologist with over 20 years of experience, practising in London. She is skilled in the treatment and management of various gynaecological issues and her areas of expertise include polycystic ovaries, premenstrual syndrome, fibroids, polyps, heavy period, and laparoscopic hysterectomies.
Dr Joash earned a bachelor of science in biochemistry and master of science in medical biochemistry, before she graduated from Imperial College London, having successfully completed her bachelor of medicine and surgery in 2001. She completed further training as part of the London postgraduate obstetrics and gynaecology training programme. She is a member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and later in her career she earned a postgraduate certificate in healthcare leadership.
Dr Joash has held consultant positions at numerous, prestigious teaching hospitals in the capital. Currently, she sees patients at The Portland Hosptial, the Lindo Wing as St Mary’s Hospital, and Queen Charlotte’s Hospital. Here NHS base is the Imperial College Healthcare Trust, where she currently is the BAME network health lead. She has headed many projects at the Imperial Trust to improve the quality of the patient's experience, such as the Baby Box, an initiative that was praised nationally. Thanks to her holistic and empathetic approach and vast knowledge gained at some of the best institutions in the capital, Dr Joash is capable of providing for all women. For this, she was named the obstetrics and gynaecology consultant of the year in 2019 by the Private Healthcare Awards.
Alongside her clinical work, Dr Joash's research interests are broad and include perinatal mental health and patient safety. She has authored several peer-reviewed publications. She is passionate about teaching and has held various positions with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, where presently she is a training evaluation committee member. Additionally, she is the head of the obstetrics and gynaecology school for Health Education England.
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GMC: 6031332
Languages spoken
- English
Dr Karen Joash
Professional Statement
Mr Mark Falworth is one of London's leading orthopaedic surgeons and a pioneer in comp... See more
Expert in:
- Shoulder arthroscopy
- Shoulder replacement
- Elbow replacement
- Shoulder surgery
- Shoulder dislocation
- Rotator cuff surgery
- Shoulder arthroscopy
- Shoulder replacement
- Elbow replacement
- Shoulder surgery
- Shoulder dislocation
- Rotator cuff surgery
Professional statement
Mr Mark Falworth is one of London's leading orthopaedic surgeons and a pioneer in computer-aided surgical techniques. Practicing across London, Stanmore and Watford, Mr Falworth specialises in the management of all conditions ... See more
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Years of experience
More than 20 years
Professional experience
Consultant Orthopaedic Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (2006 - prese... See more
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Mr Mark Falworth
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Mr Mark Falworth
The Waterfront Business Park, Beaufort House, Elstree Rd
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Mr Mark Falworth
Professional statement
Mr Mark Falworth is one of London's leading orthopaedic surgeons and a pioneer in computer-aided surgical techniques. Practicing across London, Stanmore and Watford, Mr Falworth specialises in the management of all conditions affecting the shoulder and elbow, including rotator cuff injury, shoulder impingement, frozen shoulder, shoulder dislocation and shoulder and elbow arthritis.
In a career spanning over 20 years, Mr Falworth has received extensive training in surgical best practice, while consistently keeping apace with the latest surgical techniques. Originally qualifying from King's College, London in 1996, he underwent specialist training at St Mary's Hospital (North West Thames) and the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), Stanmore. Nearly two further years of specialist shoulder and elbow surgery fellowship training took him to leading orthopaedic centres in the UK, Austria and Australia, and in 2009 Mr Falworth was awarded a further fellowship to learn new techniques in shoulder surgery in San Antonio and Chicago, USA.
As a Consultant Orthopaedic Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Mr Falworth handles complex cases of shoulder and elbow surgery and referrals for revision surgery from orthopaedic surgeons from all over the UK. He is actively involved in clinical research projects and is widely published in peer-review publications. Mr Falworth also plays an active part in education and is regularly an invited speaker at national and international courses and scientific meetings. He has been a co-author of three Best Practice Guidelines written on behalf of the British Elbow and Shoulder Society (BESS) and in 2018 was awarded a prestigious BESS Copeland Fellowship, which is aimed at projecting British shoulder and elbow surgery internationally. Mr Falworth was Clinical Lead to the Shoulder and Elbow Unit at the RNOH between 2012 - 2017 and was elected to the Council of the British Elbow and Shoulder Society (BESS) in 2017 where he also holds the post of Treasurer.
Across all of his practices, Mr Falworth ensures that all non-surgical options, such as physiotherapy and interventional radiology, are considered and discussed prior to considering surgery and the patients choice is always integral to treatment planning.
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GMC: 4316271
Languages spoken
- English
Mr Mark Falworth
Professional Statement
Dr Anthony Lerman is an excellent gastroenterologist in London, with key interests in the ... See more
Expert in:
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Diarrhoea
- Acid reflux
- Abdominal pain
- Coeliac disease
- Capsule endoscopy
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Diarrhoea
- Acid reflux
- Abdominal pain
- Coeliac disease
- Capsule endoscopy
Professional statement
Dr Anthony Lerman is an excellent gastroenterologist in London, with key interests in the diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), diarrhoea, constipation... See more
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Years of experience
More than 25 years
Professional experience
Consultant gastroenterologist and general medicine physician, Whittington Health (2015 - present) See more
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Dr Anthony Lerman
Professional statement
Dr Anthony Lerman is an excellent gastroenterologist in London, with key interests in the diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), diarrhoea, constipation, abdominal pain and coeliac disease. He also performs OGD (gastroscopy), colonoscopy and capsule endoscopy.
He has over 20 years of medical experience. He qualified in 1998 from Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospitals and the University of Cambridge. He undertook postgraduate training on the Barts and the London Medical Rotation and then the London Deanery Gastroenterology Rotation, which included many specialist centres in London.
For the last six years, Dr Lerman has held a consultant position at the Whittington Hospital in North London, as well as holding practising privileges at a number of private hospitals, including St John’s and St Elizabeth’s Hospital, Highgate Private Hospital and the Wellington Hospital.
Dr Lerman is a member of a number of professional organisations such as the British Society of Gastroenterology, the European Crohn's and Colitis Organisation, the Society of Acute Medicine and the Royal Society of Medicine. He is an examiner, member, and fellow at the Royal College of Physicians.
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GMC: 4527282
Languages spoken
- English
Dr Anthony Lerman
Professional Statement
Dr Sophia Khalique is a highly respected general practitioner and founder of the Dr S... See more
Expert in:
- Burnout
- Contraceptive methods
- Health check up (health screening)
- Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
- Lifestyle medicine
- Mental health assessment
- Burnout
- Contraceptive methods
- Health check up (health screening)
- Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
- Lifestyle medicine
- Mental health assessment
Professional statement
Dr Sophia Khalique is a highly respected general practitioner and founder of the Dr Sophia Khalique clinic in London. Her medical practice fo... See more
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Years of experience
More than 35 years
Professional experience
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Dr Sophia Khalique
Professional statement
Dr Sophia Khalique is a highly respected general practitioner and founder of the Dr Sophia Khalique clinic in London. Her medical practice focuses on delivering comprehensive and personalised care to patients of all ages, emphasising preventive medicine, patient education, and holistic wellness.
Dr Khalique, whose main areas of expertise include burnout, contraceptive methods, health screening, hormone replacement therapy, lifestyle medicine, and mental health assessment, also volunteers her time to educate the community about important health topics and promote wellness and disease prevention. She notably obtained her first medical degree in 1991, completing a MBChB at the University of Leicester.
Following on from this, she successfully undertook specialist training in London on a wide range of topics including A&E medicine, anaesthesia, internal medicine, paediatrics and obstetrics, as well as intensive care and gynaecology. Dr Khalique provides her service to people of all ages and backgrounds, including babies to children to professionals, and even celebrities.
She is highly passionate about mental health, and offers services for depression and anxiety. She is also an expert when it comes to menopause and pelvic pain in women. She is a member of the Faculty of Family Planning.
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GMC: 3583148
Languages spoken
- English
- Punjabi
- Urdu
Dr Sophia Khalique
Professional Statement
Mr Hassan Badri is a leading consultant vascular surgeon with over 20 years... See more
Expert in:
- Varicose veins surgery
- Stroke
- Endovascular surgery
- Peripheral arterial disease
- Diabetic foot
- Aortic aneurysms
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Varicose veins surgery
- Stroke
- Endovascular surgery
- Peripheral arterial disease
- Diabetic foot
- Aortic aneurysms
- Carotid endarterectomy
Professional statement
Mr Hassan Badri is a leading consultant vascular surgeon with over 20 years of experience, based in Rochdale and Bolton. His main areas of expertis... See more
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Years of experience
More than 30 years
Professional experience
Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon, The Beaumont Hospital (present)Consultant Vascular... See more
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Mr Hassan Badri
Professional statement
Mr Hassan Badri is a leading consultant vascular surgeon with over 20 years of experience, based in Rochdale and Bolton. His main areas of expertise include varicose veins, surgery, aortic aneurysms, stroke, endovascular surgery, peripheral arterial disease, diabetic foot and sclerotherapy.
Mr Badri's extensive education and training have laid a solid foundation for his career. He has undergone rigorous medical training, including specialized residencies and fellowships in vascular surgery at renowned medical institutions. This comprehensive training has equipped him with the skills and knowledge necessary to handle complex vascular cases.
Throughout his career, Mr Badri has held various prominent positions in prestigious hospitals and medical centers. His clinical subspecialties span a wide range of vascular conditions, including but not limited to aneurysms, carotid artery disease, peripheral arterial disease, and varicose veins. He is adept at both open surgical procedures and minimally invasive techniques, offering patients a range of treatment options tailored to their specific needs.
Mr Badri has been actively involved in research, contributing to numerous publications in reputable medical journals. His research focuses on improving surgical outcomes and developing new techniques in vascular surgery. He is a member of the British Society of Endovascular Therapists and the Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland but to mention just a few. He currently practises at The Beaumont Hospital, The Highfield Hospital, as well as Manchester University Hospitals.
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GMC: 6123664
Languages spoken
- Arabic
- English
Mr Hassan Badri
Professional Statement
Mr Jonathan Dowler is a consultant ophthalmic surgeon specialising in retinal disease base... See more
Expert in:
- Intravitreal injection
- Retinal tear
- Epiretinal membrane
- Angiography
- Macular degeneration (AMD)
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Intravitreal injection
- Retinal tear
- Epiretinal membrane
- Angiography
- Macular degeneration (AMD)
- Diabetic retinopathy
Professional statement
Mr Jonathan Dowler is a consultant ophthalmic surgeon specialising in retinal disease based in London. He was one of the first ophthalmologists in the UK to use intravitre... See more
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Years of experience
More than 40 years
Professional experience
Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, The London Clinic (2007 - present)Consultant in Medical Retina, M... See more
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Mr Jonathan Dowler
Professional statement
Mr Jonathan Dowler is a consultant ophthalmic surgeon specialising in retinal disease based in London. He was one of the first ophthalmologists in the UK to use intravitreal injections of anti-VEGF agents (Avastin, Lucentis, Eylea) for macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusion, and diabetic retinopathy, and as such has considerable experience in this area. His retinal practice is one of the busiest in London.
He completed his higher professional training, research fellowship, and doctoral thesis in retinal disease at Moorfields Eye Hospital, where he was an NHS consultant until 2012. He was one of the first three clinical directors at Moorfields, and in a ballot, run hospital wide by the Electoral Reform Society, he was elected the first staff governor of Moorfields. He was the Moorfields spokesman on eye protection for solar eclipse, appearing on Channel 4, Sky News, and the BBC, and writing a related editorial in the British Medical Journal. He pioneered the development of clinical roles for nurses and optometrists in the management of diabetic retinopathy, work which formed part of a presentation to HM the Queen, Patron of Moorfields, on her visit to the hospital at its centenary. He has published widely on retinal diseases, and authors the British Medical Journal website monograph on diabetic retinopathy.
Overlapping with his professional development within the National Health Service, he was a regular army officer in the Royal Army Medical Corps until 2000, serving in the first Gulf War, and reaching the rank of Lt Col.
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GMC: 2849838
Languages spoken
- Arabic
- French
- English