Chiswick Medical Centre

MB BS, FRCS Ed NSurg

Mr Parag Sayal

Mr Parag Sayal is a Consultant Neurosurgeon with a specialist interest In Complex spinal surgery, Endoscopic Skull base surgery and minimally invasive procedures. He is a Consultant at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in Queen Square, London, part of the University College London Hospitals Foundation Trust. He provides private consultations and services at The Wellington Hospital & also at the Queen Square Private Consulting rooms. He also performs Endoscopic Anterior skull base procedures for pathologies such as CSF leak, Chordomas, chondrosarcomas amongst others with the ENT surgeons He has a specialist interest in Cervical deformity correction, Metabolic spinal Conditions such as MPS & XLH, Tarlov cysts , craniovertebral junction pathology , Syringomyelia , superficial siderosis , spinal cord tumors and vascular malformations and Minimally invasive spinal surgery. Having graduated from Medical school with numerous distinctions and medals, he completed his Neurosurgical training in the Yorkshire Deanery . During his training, he performed over 1500 Neurosurgical procedures including surgery for Brain Tumors, Brain haemorrhage / Aneurysm clippings , Complex spinal surgery / instrumentation and Open / Endoscopic Skull base surgery.

MBBS, PhD, FRCS (Tr&Orth), MA (Oxon)

Mr Chinmay Gupte

Mr Chinmay Gupte is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and Clinical Reader (Associate Professor) in the knee and trauma surgery at Imperial College, London (St Mary's and Charing Cross Hospitals), and a Senior Surgeon at The Wellington Knee Unit and Portland Hospitals. He qualified from Oxford University and trained surgically at St Mary's and Charing Cross Hospitals. Mr Gupte was awarded a PhD from Imperial College in 2004 for his study on the meniscofemoral knee ligaments and their role in knee arthritis and ligament injury. He also won the prestigious British Orthopaedic Association Robert Jones Gold Medal Proxime Accessit in 2005. Mr Gupte was the youngest President of the Royal Society of Medicine Orthopaedics Section. He is also a member of the British Association for Surgery of the Knee. Mr Chinmay Gupte is an expert in children's and adult sports knee conditions. His routine services include the management of meniscal and cruciate ligament injuries, patellofemoral instability and pain, osteochondral injuries and early arthritis. His aim is to tailor the best possible treatment for each patient individually considering biomechanics, family history, demands placed on the knee and sports aspirations. He closely collaborates with physiotherapists in decision making and rehabilitation.

MBChB, MSc, MD, FCCP, FRCP, FRAeS

Professor Howard Branley

Professor Howard Branley is a lung specialist and Consultant in Respiratory Medicine. He is listed on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register and specialises in the diagnosis and treatment for respiratory, chest and sleep disorders. Professor Branley has more than 10 years experiences as a Consultant for the NHS and has specialised in respiratory medicine for over 20 years. He offers care to patients with cough, wheeze, breathlessness and snoring. Professor Branley has extensive knowledge and experience in a wide variety of lung diseases particularly asthma, sarcoidosis, sleep apnoea, tuberculosis (TB), pneumonia, lung cancer and pleural disease, including pneumothorax and pleural effusion. He has particular interest in seeing patients unexplained breathlessness or cough and takes a thorough, methodical approach to establish an accurate diagnosis and construct a personalised treatment plan for each patient. Professor Branley completed his Respiratory Medicine training in various teaching hospitals across London, including Royal Brompton, Hammersmith, St Mary's and Charing Cross. He also completed training in Aviation Medicine at the Royal Air Force School of Aviation Medicine and is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society.

MD, PhD

Dr Antonis Pavlidis

Dr Pavlidis is a Consultant Cardiologist at Guy’s and St. Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. He is an Interventional Cardiologist who specialises in the investigation and treatment of coronary artery disease. He undertook training in interventional cardiology at St Thomas' and the London Chest Hospitals. Dr Pavlidis has a particular interest in complex coronary interventions and percutaneous treatment of coronary chronic total occlusions. He also consults on a wide range of other conditions including palpitations, valvular heart disease, hypertension, dyslipidaemias and heart failure. He is actively involved in clinical research with a specific interest in the areas of preventive and interventional cardiology. He completed his PhD thesis on primary dyslipidaemias and he has authored a number of peer-reviewed publications and book chapters.

MBBS, B Med Sci (Hons), MSc, DIC, FRCS (Tr&Orth)

Dr Arjuna Imbuldeniya

Arj Imbuldeniya is a Consultant Knee and Hip Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon treating patients in West London. He specialises in all hip and knee problems, pain, and injuries including ligament injuries, cartilage damage, and fractures. He is employed by The Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust and sees private patients at locations in Chelsea, Chiswick, and Brentford. He has expertise in both nonsurgical treatments including advising on physiotherapy, knee supports, braces, and injectables such as hyaluronic acid, PRP, and Arthrosamid. His surgical experience is in the field of keyhole surgery for cartilage, ligaments, meniscus, and less invasive robotic-assisted partial and total knee and hip replacement surgery. His West London Knee and Hip Clinic is committed to combining innovation, compassion, and excellence to achieve the best results for every patient under its care. Mr. Imbuldeniya graduated as a Medical Doctor from St Bartholomew's and the Royal London Hospital Medical School in 2001 and undertook all his surgical training in London teaching hospitals, with additional international specialist fellowship training in globally renowned centers in Sydney and Barcelona.

FRCS (Tr&Orth), MBBS, BSc (Hons)

Mr James White

Mr James White is a Consultant Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon based at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, King Edward VIIs Hospital, The Lister Hospital Chelsea, The Shard- London Bridge Hospital, and Chiswick Outpatient Centre. He is also a founding member at Grosvenor Orthopaedic Partners. As a highly trained surgeon, Mr White covers all aspects of shoulder and elbow surgery including arthroscopy, arthroplasty, and trauma. He uses non-operative techniques where possible and ensures to involve his patients at every step of the decision-making process. When surgery is required, Mr White achieves excellent outcomes. Mr White is especially passionate about providing his patients with the best solution for their particular case, rejecting a one fit all approach. Mr White qualified from University College Medical School in 2007 before studying Trauma and Orthopaedics on the Northwest London programme. He then went on to complete Shoulder and Elbow fellowships at the world-famous Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Centre in Exeter and Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital in London. Mr White has published extensively in medical journals and presented his work internationally and nationally. He has also co-authored multiple book chapters on upper limb surgery and contributed to the National Guidelines Blue Book for distal radius fracture treatment for the British Orthopaedic Association.

MA, MB BChir (Cantab), PhD, FHEA, FRCP

Dr. Christos Tziotzios

Dr Christos Tziotzios is a Consultant Dermatologist and Senior Lecturer at St. John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St. Thomas' Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London. Dr Tziotzios specialises in scalp and hair disorders, alongside his general medical dermatology (e.g. acne, rosaea, psoriasis, eczema) and skin cancer. Dr Tziotzios obtained his medical qualifications from the University of Cambridge. He undertook Academic Foundation Training and completed his Core Medicine Training at Cambridge University Hospitals before competitively being appointed Academic Clinical Fellow in Dermatology at St. John’s. He developed an interest in molecular genetic research and hair disorders and secured substantial research grant funding in order to undertake doctoral research into dissecting the molecular pathogenesis of a highly distressing type of scarring hair loss affecting women known as frontal fibrosing alopecia. His PhD research at St. John’s has culminated in high-impact publications, including an original article in Nature Communications, and several distinctions such as the British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) Whimster Prize, the BAD Wycombe Prize, the Royal Society of Medicine Dermatology Research Prize and the NIHR/BAD Award.

MB Bs, MSc, FRCS, MRCS, DO-HNS, BSc

Mr Raj Lakhani

Mr Raj Lakhani is a Consultant Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon (adult and paediatric) with a specialist interest in Rhinology and Facial Plastic Surgery. Mr Lakhani completed his undergraduate medical training at St Bartholomew’s and the Royal London School of Medicine and Dentistry. He was awarded the Drapers Company Prize for academic achievement and the Research Advisory Board Award for his intercalated Bachelor's degree in Sports & Exercise Medicine. To further his skills he trained in specialist tertiary and quaternary rhinology centres including Guy’s & St Thomas’ and St George's Hospitals. Further specialist training was undertaken through observerships at the world-renowned Hirslanden Klink, Zurich and the Clinica del Viso in Milan. Mr Lakhani further enhanced his skills through an additional year of dedicated specialist training in rhinology and facial plastic surgery at St George's Hospital. Mr Lakhani has developed a strong interest in clinical research. He has published almost 30 peer-reviewed articles and has given 50 scientific presentations worldwide. He has been awarded prizes for his clinical research including the ‘Best Short Paper’ prize from the Royal Society of Medicine. In 2016 he was shortlisted for the Royal Society of Medicine national ‘Trainee of the Year’ award. Mr Lakhani strives to deliver the highest standards of patient care. He regularly receives positive feedback from patients regarding his excellent communication and listening skills. This, in combination with his clinical acumen, allows him to provide care of the very highest standard.

MBBS (AICSM), MA (Cantab), FRCS (Tr & Orth)

Mr Tim Sinnett

Mr Tim Sinnett is a Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon who runs a busy foot and ankle NHS practice at Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust. He is also the orthopaedic trauma lead and has special interests in trauma, foot, ankle, and sports injuries. Dr Sinnett has a wealth of knowledge and experience in a wide range of areas including the treatment of heel pain, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendon disorders, ankle arthritis, and ankle fractures. He takes a patient-centric approach to care and ensures that his patients are involved in every part of the decision-making process. Mr Sinnett completed his medical training at Cambridge University and Imperial College School of Medicine. He then undertook postgraduate training in Trauma and Orthopaedics and was awarded the FRCS (Tr&Orth) in 2016. He also completed the Surrey Foot and Ankle Fellowship before being appointed consultant at Chelsea and Westminister NHS Foundation Trust in 2017. Mr Sinnett has an interest in medical education and is an honorary senior clinical lecturer at Imperial College School of Medicine. He is also a trainer on the North West Thames Registrar Rotation. Outside of clinical practice, Mr Sinnett enjoys spending time with his young family and playing rugby.

MBBS, BSC(1st Class Hons), MD(Res), FRCP

Dr Niket Patel

Dr Niket Patel is an experienced Cardiologist based in London, UK. He is known for his friendly approach, always putting the patient at the centre of his decision making. He has exceptional expertise in the management of patients with cardiac conditions and sub specialises in all aspects of complex interventional cardiology such as angioplasty and stenting. Dr Patel enjoys working with his patients, finding solutions to their symptoms and considering all possible options. Dr Patel studied medicine at St George's Hospital Medical School, after which he went on to complete his specialist training in cardiology and coronary intervention at Harefield Hospital and Oxford University Hospital. While completing his training, he produced his doctoral thesis on the physiology of coronary arteries in patients suffering from heart attacks. He has been a high achiever throughout his career, a testament to his academic excellence as well as his excellence in clinical practice. Dr Patel sees patients suffering from chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations, fainting or syncope, high blood pressure, patients concerned by their risk of heart disease (primary and secondary prevention), and heart valve disease or murmurs.

MB BCh (Hons) Msc Sports Med FFSEM CESR (Sport & Exercise Medicine)

Dr Noel Pollock

Dr Noel Pollock is a Consultant in Sport & Exercise Medicine at the Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health (ISEH), on Tottenham Court Road, and Chiswick Medical Centre and Associate Professor at UCL. Noel graduated with Honours in Medicine from Queen’s University Belfast and completed an MSc with Distinction in Sport & Exercise Medicine (SEM) at Bath University in 2006. He was one of the first cohort of 8 specialist SEM trainees in the UK. He was team doctor for the British Track and Field team for 15 years between 2006 and 2021 and has attended numerous Olympic, Paralympic, World and European championships. He was also a sports medicine lead doctor in the Athletics Stadium at the London 2012 Olympics. Noel led the British Athletics medical team as Chief Medical Officer between 2016 and 2021 and was UKA Chief Medical Advisor with a governance and oversight remit between 2021 and 2023. Noel joined the ISEH and Chiswick Medical Centre in January 2021 as a Consultant in Sport & Exercise Medicine and provides clinical services for all patients with musculoskeletal pain or injury.

MS FRCS Urol

Mr Ken Anson

Ken Anson is a Consultant Urological Surgeon and Reader in Urology at St George’s University Hospitals. He has been providing world class care to urology patients in the United Kingdom and beyond for over 20 years and has introduced many new surgical techniques to help patients who suffer from urological issues such as urinary stone disease, ureteric obstruction and sepsis in his urology practice. He is a high volume surgeon performing ureteroscopy, ureterorenoscopy, laser fragmentation of ureteric stones, PCNL, bladder stone destruction, ESWL on regular occasions. Mr Anson has had a long track record in Urological research and for the past decade has worked with colleagues to deliver a nationally funded research pipeline to answer some of the most important questions in urinary stone disease. The first published trial (the SUSPEND study) has helped change worldwide practice for the benefit of patients. Mr Anson is a leading specialist in many urological conditions but foremost is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of urinary stone disease. However he is also involved in helping patients suffering from blood in the urine, ureteric obstruction, ureteric colic, urinary symptoms, urinary infections, sepsis and benign prostatic diseases. He enjoys a national and international reputation as an Endourology expert and has published extensively in this area. He regularly lectures and teaches at both home and abroad about urinary stone disease and the use of technology to improve patient outcomes.