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Trust score 8/100
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Dr
Dr Ali Sheikh
Rheumatology
English
Punjabi
Urdu
4,065+
Patients seen
13
Years in practice
8
Publications
3
Languages spoken
About
Dr. Ali Sheikh is a Consultant Physician and Rheumatologist. His NHS practice is primarily based at Northern Care Alliance (Royal Oldham Hospital). At his NHS practice, Dr. Sheikh looks after patients with a variety of health conditions including common Rheumatological conditions including but not limited to his profesional interests in inflammatory arthritis, metabolic bone health, fibromyalgia, pain management and connective tissue diseases. He looks after patients admitted to Medical wards and also covers outpatient clinics seeing patients with Rheumatological issues. His work involves a close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, podiatrists, pharmacists and other allied health professionals.
In addition to NHS work, Dr. Sheikh runs a private practice at Red Rose Healthcare in Bury, UK. He also supports NHS through waiting list initiatives. Dr. Sheikh is a keen educator and enjoys teaching junior colleagues alongside his clinical duties. He has additionally served General Medical Council in the role of an examiner and assessor. Besides English, he is proficient in Urdu and Punjabi which allows direct consultations in these other languages if aligns with patient preferences.
Inspired by Hunter Doherty ''Patch'' Adams, Dr. Sheikh is a keen advocate of Clown therapy and enjoys inculcating humour into his practice. Several rheumatic diseases do not have a cure, but the outlook can be improved with accurate diagnosis, focused management and a sprinkle of ''laughter therapy''.
In addition to NHS work, Dr. Sheikh runs a private practice at Red Rose Healthcare in Bury, UK. He also supports NHS through waiting list initiatives. Dr. Sheikh is a keen educator and enjoys teaching junior colleagues alongside his clinical duties. He has additionally served General Medical Council in the role of an examiner and assessor. Besides English, he is proficient in Urdu and Punjabi which allows direct consultations in these other languages if aligns with patient preferences.
Inspired by Hunter Doherty ''Patch'' Adams, Dr. Sheikh is a keen advocate of Clown therapy and enjoys inculcating humour into his practice. Several rheumatic diseases do not have a cure, but the outlook can be improved with accurate diagnosis, focused management and a sprinkle of ''laughter therapy''.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Ali Sheikh
Education & training
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2003–2009 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2009–2013 Residency · Rheumatology
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2013–2014 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2013-09–2014-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Rheumatology
Malpractice insurance:
AmTrust Europe · 3,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,928 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 958 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,262 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,713 |
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 | 180.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 17 · i10: 14
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Outcomes of Rheumatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.8711/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 36294051 · cited by 144
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European registry analysis of Rheumatology outcomes
DOI: 10.9043/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31641150 · cited by 66
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Outcomes of Rheumatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.8120/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 35471697 · cited by 44
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Rheumatology European Annual Congress (Rheumatology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Rheumatology National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Rheumatology — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2014
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2014
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2014
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 0.05
- Knowledge
- 0.08
- Wait Time
- 3.80
- Staff Friendliness
- 0.02
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.00
- Value For Money
- 4.10
- Would Recommend Pct
- 4
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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 Rheumatology
- Awareness When should you see a rheumatology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · ali.sheikh@euroclinics.example
