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Dr James Hull is a seasoned consultant respiratory physician with over 20 years of experience. Based in Windsor, he specialises in asthma, chronic cough, shortness of breath, and respiratory failure. Currently practicing at the Princess Grace Hospital, Dr Hull's expertise extends to unexplained breathlessness, exercise physiology, and laryngoscopy.

Dr Hull's academic background includes an MBBS degree from the University of London (2000), a PhD, and FRCP. He also holds the title of Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine (FACSM). In addition to his clinical practice, he served as a National Institute for Health Research Clinical Lecturer from 2011 to 2012, contributing to medical education.

With a strong presence in the field, Dr Hull is a member of various professional organisations such as the British Thoracic Society, American Thoracic Society, European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, and American College of Sports Medicine. He has actively participated in the Respiratory expert panel for the English Institute of Sport and the International Olympic Committee. Notably, he holds the presidency of the Association for Respiratory Technology and Physiology.

Dr Hull's research work is reflected in his publications, available on ResearchGate. His significant experience, coupled with leadership roles in both clinical and academic domains, underscores his commitment to advancing respiratory medicine. Through his comprehensive approach to patient care, research, and professional engagement, Dr James Hull is a dedicated practitioner who continues to make notable contributions to the field of respiratory medicine.

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Dr Jonathan Sive is an expert haematologist based in London. He specialises in the diagnosis and management of blood cancers, with particular expertise in the treatment of myeloma and other related disorders. He is the Clinical Service Lead for the UCLH myeloma service - the largest in the UK, and has a specialist interest in POEMS Syndrome.He is also highly experienced in the investigation of abnormal blood counts and paraproteins.

After qualifying, he completed specialist training in haematology at University College London Hospital and carried out a PhD at Cambridge University, where he investigated the use of genomic technologies to study the mechanisms of leukaemia development. He currently practises as a consultant haematologist at University College London Hospital, where he also has a private practice

Dr Sive is committed to research which improves treatment outcomes for all patients. In this respect, he is actively engaged in a variety of clinical research projects and takes a leading role in the development of national guidelines.

He is the lead author of the new UK national guidelines for the diagnosis and initial treatment of myeloma. These are published by the British Society for Haematology and the UK Myeloma Forum, and provide the standard for practice throughout the UK. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/bjh.17410

His work has been widely published in numerous peer-reviewed journals and book chapters. He is also a member of the British Society for Haematology (BSH) and the UK Myeloma Research Alliance, and is member of the executive committee of the UK Myeloma Forum.

A skilled clinician, Dr Sive combines his academic expertise in blood disorders with dedication to delivering an excellent standard of care to every patient. He is known for his clear and empathetic communication style and will explore all treatment options relevant to the patient’s circumstances in an honest and sensitive manner.

To reduce infection risk during the Covid19 outbreak, he is able to offer consultations by telephone or videocall.

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Mr William Kuteesa is an esteemed consultant gynaecologist and urogynaecologist in Berkshire.  He practices at the Berkshire Independent and Circle Reading Hospitals in Reading. He specialises in heavy periods, laparoscopic surgery, vaginal prolapse, urinary incontinence, pelvic pain and Gynaecological ultrasound.

A graduate of Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital Medical Schools in London, Mr Kuteesa obtained his specialist gynaecology certification from the Oxford Deanery in 2008. His dedication to the field led him to a urogynaecology rotation at the Oxford Deanery and a specialist urogynaecology fellowship in Sydney, Australia.

He holds memberships in respected organisations such as the British Society of Urogynaecologists, International Urogynaecological Association, International Continence Society, British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy, and the American Academy of Gynaecological Laparoscopists.

In addition to his clinical work, Mr Kuteesa is actively involved in training postgraduate gynaecologists in laparoscopic and urogynaecological surgery. He maintains a practical and patient-focused approach to care, offering the latest management options in gynaecology and supporting patients in making informed decisions for their treatment.

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Professor Rakesh Heer is a highly esteemed consultant urologist based in London. He has extensive experience in general and specialist urology. He is renowned for his expertise in urinary problems, prostate concerns, men’s sexual health and penile and scrotal conditions. His specialist interests include all aspects of prostate cancer and bladder cancer diagnosis and management.

Professor Heer qualified in medicine from the University of Nottingham in 1997, before pursuing further training in Newcastle. In 2006, he completed a PhD at Newcastle University, receiving the European Urology Association’s prize in 2008 for best urological paper published in international literature. In 2010, he was also awarded a highly-sought-after Hunterian Professorship from the Royal College of Surgeons of England and a highly prestigious clinician scientist fellowship from Cancer Research UK for his cutting-edge research. In this time, his work focused on ground-breaking studies into prostate cancer. In 2011, he was appointed as a consultant urologist in Newcastle, where he ultimately became professor. He recently moved to a new professorial position at Imperial College London as Chair of Urology. In 2021, he received a National Clinical Excellence award from the Department of Health in recognition of his dedication to patient care, expertise and leadership in the field of urology. Professor Heer sees private patients at The Cromwell Hospital in central London.

Additional to his clinical responsibilities, Professor Heer is a highly respected educator in the field of urology. He was co-director of the annual UK cadaveric robotic course for several years, training many consultants from the UK and worldwide. He also previously held a senior role as Newcastle University's Associate Dean and is currently also Director of MD studies.

Professor Heer is also a globally renowned leader in urology research, helping shape current, patient-centric, and high-quality clinical practice. He is chief investigator in a number of important trials, including those conducted by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). He holds a number of important national leadership roles, including chairman for clinical guidelines, writing for the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), as well as chairman for the National Cancer Research Institute (NCRI) localised prostate cancer subgroup. He remains actively involved in research and has published numerous academic papers in esteemed peer-reviewed journals.

For further information please visit: rapidurologylondon.co.uk and https://www.cromwellhospital.com/

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Dr Rupa Parmar is an exceptionally well-regarded GP who possesses expertise in women's health, menopause, sexual health, breast screening, general health screening, and gynaecological examinations. She is the medical director and founder of Midland Health UK. She has been working as a private GP for over 7 years, and prior to this, she was a partner in a large NHS practice in Bristol.

Dr Parmar, who is highly skilled in healthcare management and leadership thanks to her successful completion of a BSc in healthcare management and leadership at the Imperial College Business School in 2003, is also a trusted specialist in relation to gynaecological cancer screening and the treatment and diagnosis of sexually transmitted infections. 

After completing her previously mentioned BSc in 2003, Dr Parmar would then go on to obtain an MBBS from the University of Birmingham a year later. Following this, she then added a diploma in child health to her name, which she completed at the Royal College of Paediatrics in 2005. She also has the diploma from the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and is a member of the faculty of reproductive and sexual health. Dr Parmar is able to fit contraceptive devices such as copper, hormonal coils, and contraceptive implants.

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Ms Ora Jesner is a consultant gynaecologist and obstetrician at London Gynaecology. She earned her undergraduate degree from Cambridge University and completed her clinical training at University College London. Ms Jesner underwent specialised training in the North Central and East London deanery and achieved a postgraduate certificate in medical ultrasound from King’s College London.
 
Her professional interests include early pregnancy scanning, gynaecology, hysteroscopy, laparoscopic gynaecological surgery, and vulval disease. She holds leadership roles as the lead for the Emergency Gynaecology Unit and clinical lead for Governance in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Whipps Cross Hospital. Ms Jesner has led projects improving care for ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage and has presented her work at national and international conferences.
 
Ms Jesner is dedicated to education and training. She oversees medical student teaching at Whipps Cross Hospital and mentors’ junior doctors in her department. She has developed programmes for educating community-based advisors on women’s health and initiated the See One Club, providing practical training for doctors in obstetrics and gynaecology across London.

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Dr James Greening is a consultant paediatrician based in Leicester, specialising in diabetes and endocrinology in children and adolescents. He practices privately at Spire Leicester Hospital and for the NHS at Leicester Royal Infirmary. His other specialisms are obesity, childhood growth, puberty-related problems, thyroid disorders and general paediatric endocrine problems.   

Dr Greening is a highly-experienced professional with a family-centred care approach and an approachable, gentle demeanour towards his young patients. 

His personable practice style is complemented by significant expertise developed via training at Great Ormond Street Hospital, the Institute of Child Health at University College London and St Bartholomew's Hospital. Dr Greening has an MBBS from the University of London and an MRCPCH from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Children's Health. Alongside working at Oxford Children's Hospital, he has international experience via his work at Sydney Children's Hospital. 

Dr Greening is also involved in clinical academic research, supervising students at the College of Life Sciences at the University of Leicester. His work, including research into children's Type 1 diabetes, has been published in various peer-reviewed papers. 

He is also a member of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, the British Society for Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes (BSPED), International Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (ISPAD) and the Association of Children's Diabetes Clinicians.

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Dr Natasha Patel is a leading consultant diabetologist based in London who specialises in diabetes and acute medicine, including Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, diabetes complications, and the use of diabetes technology. In addition to diabetes, her main areas of focus are also the thyroid gland and all aspects of functional medicine. Dr Patel sees patients through e-Consultation.

Dr Patel qualified from Imperial College London in 1999, having previously obtained a BSc (Hons) in Neurosciences in 1996. She took up a consultant post at St George’s Healthcare in 2008, and was soon named joint diabetes clinical director at Health Innovation Network, responsible for numerous projects across South London. Dr Patel became a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians in 2014 and was appointed as a consultant in diabetes at Guy’s and St Thomas’ a year later. She is also a Functional Medicine Practitioner with a holistic approach to the management of her patients.

Further to her clinical practice, Dr Patel is an experienced healthcare services professional. She is actively involved in several hospital and healthcare industry projects, and acts as a consultant for start ups, where she also uses her MBA knowledge.

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Ms Rhonda Flemming is an experienced consultant gynaecologist and obstetrician at London Gynaecology, seeing patients at various locations including The Portland Hospital, where she serves as the early pregnancy lead. She is also working for the NHS at Whittington Hospital in London, where she holds the role of ambulatory gynaecology lead.

Ms Flemming earned her primary medical degree from the University of the West Indies in Jamaica in 1995. With comprehensive education and training, she is skilled in general gynaecology, including fibroid management, postmenopausal bleeding, pelvic pain, polycystic ovarian syndrome irregularities, and early fertility care. Her specialisation lies in early pregnancy care, hysteroscopy, emergency gynaecology, and advanced labour ward procedures.

Alongside patient care, Ms Flemming is dedicated to educating and mentoring medical students and junior doctors.

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Dr Rasha Al-Lamee is a highly regarded interventional cardiology consultant in London who is also a world-leading academic in cardiovascular research. She specialises in coronary artery disease, acute coronary syndrome, interventional cardiology, general cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation.

Dr Al-Lamee qualified from the University of Oxford in 1999 with honours and completed her academic studies at the Royal Free and University College London Medical School in 2002. Her practical training as a junior doctor was completed on the highly regarded Barts and London Medical Rotation and the North West London Carrdiology Specialist Registrar rotation. She attends private patients at the One Heart Clinic in Harley Street and Highgate Hospital in London.

Dr Al-Lamee has thirteen years of clinical Cardiology experience. She completed three years of Interventional Fellowship training at Hammersmith Hospital in London and spent a year training in complex intervention under the supervision of Professor Antonio Colombo in Milan. She qualified as a consultant cardiologist in 2013. She was awarded a PhD from Imperial College London in 2018.

Dr Al-Lamee is a world leading academic in cardiovascular research with a focus on clinical trials that impact the care of patients with coronary artery disease. She believes in the rigorous testing of clinical practice and the use of evidence-based medicine in all aspects of medical care.

Not only has she participated in over 70 peer-reviewed publications and presented at international cardiology conferences worldwide, but she conducted and led one of the most widely cited clinical cardiology trials of the decade. This trial, called the ORBITA trial, researched the use of coronary angioplasty to treat stable coronary artery disease. Her research interests are complex coronary intervention, invasive intravascular assessment and coronary physiology. Furthermore, she is the lead author of the primary publication in The Lancet, which is among the eldest and esteemed medical journals. 

She leads a research team at the National Heart and Lung Institute at Imperial College London investigating many aspects of cardiac care with a predominant focus on stable coronary artery disease.

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