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Dr. Rishi Dhand
Sports Exercise Medicine · Garforth
👤 14 jaar ervaring
6,936+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
2
Publications
1
Languages spoken
Over
Dr. Rishi Dhand is a dedicated Sports Medicine Doctor, currently serving as the first team doctor at Leeds United Football Club. Dr. Dhand is particularly adept in musculoskeletal ultrasound and ultrasound-guided interventions for conditions like osteoarthritis and tendon problems.
After graduating from Newcastle University, Dr. Dhand pursued Foundation training and later served as a Surgical Teaching Fellow at Sunderland Hospital, where he gained experience in General Surgery and medical student education. His career path led him to Yorkshire for GP training, including a rotation in Rheumatology where he managed a weekly injection clinic for patients with inflammatory arthritis. Concurrently, he earned a Diploma in Sports Medicine with Merit from the University of Bath and became a Member of the Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine in 2021.
Dr. Dhand has pursued additional qualifications in ultrasound training, achieved with distinction in London, supplemented by further training in Leeds and London. His time as the first team doctor at Leeds United coincided with their promotion to the Premier League, marking a significant milestone in the club's history.
Beyond football, Dr. Dhand has provided medical support to Castleford Tigers RLFC, Yorkshire RFU, and British Gymnastics, spanning World, European, and British Championships. He also served as Chief Medical Officer for British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) from 2019 to 2022.
Dr. Dhand is actively involved in medical education, holding a Postgraduate Certificate in medical education and serving as an honorary lecturer at Leeds University. His passion for teaching extends to mentoring medical students and junior doctors.
After graduating from Newcastle University, Dr. Dhand pursued Foundation training and later served as a Surgical Teaching Fellow at Sunderland Hospital, where he gained experience in General Surgery and medical student education. His career path led him to Yorkshire for GP training, including a rotation in Rheumatology where he managed a weekly injection clinic for patients with inflammatory arthritis. Concurrently, he earned a Diploma in Sports Medicine with Merit from the University of Bath and became a Member of the Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine in 2021.
Dr. Dhand has pursued additional qualifications in ultrasound training, achieved with distinction in London, supplemented by further training in Leeds and London. His time as the first team doctor at Leeds United coincided with their promotion to the Premier League, marking a significant milestone in the club's history.
Beyond football, Dr. Dhand has provided medical support to Castleford Tigers RLFC, Yorkshire RFU, and British Gymnastics, spanning World, European, and British Championships. He also served as Chief Medical Officer for British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) from 2019 to 2022.
Dr. Dhand is actively involved in medical education, holding a Postgraduate Certificate in medical education and serving as an honorary lecturer at Leeds University. His passion for teaching extends to mentoring medical students and junior doctors.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr. Rishi Dhand
Opleiding & training
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2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2008–2012 Residency · Sports Exercise Medicine
Carrière & aanstellingen
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2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
Vergunningen & verzekering
Medische licenties
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Boardcertificeringen
European Board of Sports Exercise Medicine
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering:
Allianz Professional · 3,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file
Uitgevoerde procedures
| Procedure | Code | Levenslang aantal |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 91 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,965 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 509 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 722 |
Diensten & prijzen
| Dienst | Duur | Modaliteit | Prijs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 30 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 180.00 EUR |
Praktijk, team & in praktijk
Video's
Onderzoek & publicaties
h-index: 17 · i10: 4
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Long-term follow-up of Sports Exercise Medicine across GB
DOI: 10.5438/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38965013 · geciteerd door 179
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Validation of clinical scoring in Sports Exercise Medicine
DOI: 10.9155/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 34295460 · geciteerd door 41
Uitgenodigde lezingen
- 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 · Garforth · 2023 · oral abstract
Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen
Onderscheidingen
- 🏆 Top-rated Sports Exercise Medicine — Garforth · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
Lidmaatschappen
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2013
- national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2013
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2013
Artikelen van deze arts
- Patient education Patient guide to Sports Exercise Medicine
- Awareness When should you see a sports exercise medicine?
Voor internationale patiënten
- Coördinator
- Patient liaison · rishi.dhand@euroclinics.example
- Geaccepteerde internationale verzekeringen
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Locatie
1 tagPatiëntbeoordelingen
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30 recensies
- Bedside Manner
- 5.0
- Knowledge
- 5.0
- Wait Time
- 4.8
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.0
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.9
- Value For Money
- 4.9
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99.0
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Recente recensies
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★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Geverifieerd Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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