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Dr
Dr Rahul Lakhera
Sports & Exercise Medicine
English
12,081+
Patients seen
11
Years in practice
11
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
www.rahullakheramsk.com
Dr Rahul Lakhera is an experienced musculoskeletal and sports doctor currently based at The Wharfedale Clinic, Guiseley and Clinic 360, Leeds. GP trained, Dr Lakhera has over 10 years of experience working in elite sport, both on and off the field with a number of professional sports teams. He has also been a NHS Musculoskeletal Clinical Lead in General Practice since 2018 where he sees patients with a wide range of acute and chronic musculoskeletal problems.
With a keen interest in Progressive Medicine and root causes of chronic problems, Dr Lakhera uses a comprehensive, person-centred approach in order to develop sustainable management plans.
Dr Rahul graduated in Medicine from the University of Nottingham in 2007. After completing his GP training in 2012 he developed a career combining General Practice with jobs in elite sport. In 2016 he completed a Diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine at The University of Bath and has been a member of the British Association of Sports Medicine (BASEM) since 2017. He also has a Post Graduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound from The University College of Osteopathy. Previous jobs in sport and musculoskeletal medicine include:
• Club Doctor Bradford Bulls RLFC, 2014-15
• Academy and Assistant First Team Doctor Leeds United FC, 2015-2019
• GP with a Specialist Interest in Musculoskeletal Medicine with Connect Health for Wakefield NHS, 2017-2018
• U18s match day doctor for Leeds United FC, 2020-21
• Academy Doctor Hull City FC, 2021-2023
He continues his involvement in elite sport as rugby league match day doctor for Toulouse Olympique XIII and Leeds Rhinos.
Main services provided by Dr Rahul Lakhera:
• Musculoskeletal consultations for musculoskeletal injuries and disorders of all causes (e.g. conditions arising through trauma, occupational or sport and exercise pursuits and degenerative conditions)
• Diagnosis and treatment plans
• Landmark and ultrasound guided injections of joints and soft tissues with Corticosteroid or Hyaluronic Acid (viscosupplements)
• Caudal epidurals
• Prolotherapy
• Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections
• Autologous blood injections
• Acupuncture – Western and Chinese Methods
• Shockwave therapy
• Provides services to patients of all ages
Dr Rahul Lakhera is an experienced musculoskeletal and sports doctor currently based at The Wharfedale Clinic, Guiseley and Clinic 360, Leeds. GP trained, Dr Lakhera has over 10 years of experience working in elite sport, both on and off the field with a number of professional sports teams. He has also been a NHS Musculoskeletal Clinical Lead in General Practice since 2018 where he sees patients with a wide range of acute and chronic musculoskeletal problems.
With a keen interest in Progressive Medicine and root causes of chronic problems, Dr Lakhera uses a comprehensive, person-centred approach in order to develop sustainable management plans.
Dr Rahul graduated in Medicine from the University of Nottingham in 2007. After completing his GP training in 2012 he developed a career combining General Practice with jobs in elite sport. In 2016 he completed a Diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine at The University of Bath and has been a member of the British Association of Sports Medicine (BASEM) since 2017. He also has a Post Graduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound from The University College of Osteopathy. Previous jobs in sport and musculoskeletal medicine include:
• Club Doctor Bradford Bulls RLFC, 2014-15
• Academy and Assistant First Team Doctor Leeds United FC, 2015-2019
• GP with a Specialist Interest in Musculoskeletal Medicine with Connect Health for Wakefield NHS, 2017-2018
• U18s match day doctor for Leeds United FC, 2020-21
• Academy Doctor Hull City FC, 2021-2023
He continues his involvement in elite sport as rugby league match day doctor for Toulouse Olympique XIII and Leeds Rhinos.
Main services provided by Dr Rahul Lakhera:
• Musculoskeletal consultations for musculoskeletal injuries and disorders of all causes (e.g. conditions arising through trauma, occupational or sport and exercise pursuits and degenerative conditions)
• Diagnosis and treatment plans
• Landmark and ultrasound guided injections of joints and soft tissues with Corticosteroid or Hyaluronic Acid (viscosupplements)
• Caudal epidurals
• Prolotherapy
• Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections
• Autologous blood injections
• Acupuncture – Western and Chinese Methods
• Shockwave therapy
• Provides services to patients of all ages
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Rahul Lakhera
Education & training
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2005–2011 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2011–2015 Residency · Sports & Exercise Medicine
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2015–2016 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2015-09–2016-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Sports & Exercise Medicine
Malpractice insurance:
AmTrust Europe · 3,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 940 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,946 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 250 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 829 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 120 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 4 · i10: 13
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Outcomes of Sports & Exercise Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.1115/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 39015635 · cited by 36
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European registry analysis of Sports & Exercise Medicine outcomes
DOI: 10.3111/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 33675149 · cited by 46
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Sports & Exercise Medicine European Annual Congress (Sports & Exercise Medicine) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Sports & Exercise Medicine National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Sports & Exercise Medicine — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2016
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2016
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2016
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 5.00
- Knowledge
- 5.00
- Wait Time
- 4.75
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.00
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.90
- Value For Money
- 4.92
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Sports & Exercise Medicine
- Awareness When should you see a sports & exercise medicine?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · rahul.lakhera@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
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