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Dr Atir Khan
Endocrinology & Diabetes · Blackburn
4,811+
Patients seen
16
Years in practice
5
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr. Atir Khan is a consultant physician specialising in diabetes and endocrinology, with over 25 years of experience in managing complex endocrine disorders and diabetes. Renowned for his expertise in the treatment of conditions related to calcium metabolism as well as disorders of the adrenal glands, pituitary gland, and thyroid, Dr. Khan graduated in 1991 and completed his specialty training in diabetes, endocrinology, and general medicine with the Manchester Deanery. He later earned an MD in clinical research from the University of Manchester in 2003.
Dr. Khan has served as a consultant physician for many years, with his primary NHS base at the York NHS Trust Teaching Hospital, and was appointed a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians in 2013. In his private practice, he sees patients at The Lancaster Hospital, The Beardwood Hospital in Blackburn, and Sancta Maria Hospital in Swansea.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Khan is a dedicated educator who regularly teaches and trains junior doctors, GPs, and other healthcare professionals. He is certified in Physicians as Educators by the Royal College of Physicians (2011) and holds a Master’s degree in Medical Leadership from Birkbeck University of London, for which he received the Best Dissertation Award in 2017. He also earned a diploma in Medical Ethics and Law from Keele University in 2017 and serves as a PACES examiner with the Royal College of Physicians.
Dr. Khan is an active contributor to medical research, with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals. Recently, he co-authored a well-regarded article in BMJ-Open on the factors contributing to stress and burnout among NHS consultants. His dedication to innovation and leadership in his field has been recognised with an Award for Innovation and Leadership from NHS Wales.
Dr Khan has expertise in the following areas:
• Management of type 1 & 2 diabetes, insulin pump therapy & CGM.
• High blood pressure.
• Cholesterol treatment.
• Steroid-induced diabetes.
• Diabetes & driving (Group 1 & Group 2 licenses).
• Diabetic foot disease, including painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy & Charcot's.
• Erectile dysfunction.
• Supporting diabetes care of admitted patients.
• Diabetes in young people.
• Weight loss management.
• Preparing for bariatric surgery.
• Preparing patients for Ramadan fasting.
• Various diabetes complications (eye, kidney, foot, gastroparesis & postural hypotension).
• Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).
• Hyperthyroidism / Graves' Disease (overactive thyroid).
• Male hypogonadism (testosterone deficiency).
• Polycystic ovarian syndrome.
• Addison's disease.
• Adrenal gland problems.
• Hirsutism.
• Osteoporosis.
• Pituitary problems (raised Prolactin, low pituitary hormones).
• General Medical conditions: infections (e.g., cellulitis).
Dr. Khan has served as a consultant physician for many years, with his primary NHS base at the York NHS Trust Teaching Hospital, and was appointed a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians in 2013. In his private practice, he sees patients at The Lancaster Hospital, The Beardwood Hospital in Blackburn, and Sancta Maria Hospital in Swansea.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Khan is a dedicated educator who regularly teaches and trains junior doctors, GPs, and other healthcare professionals. He is certified in Physicians as Educators by the Royal College of Physicians (2011) and holds a Master’s degree in Medical Leadership from Birkbeck University of London, for which he received the Best Dissertation Award in 2017. He also earned a diploma in Medical Ethics and Law from Keele University in 2017 and serves as a PACES examiner with the Royal College of Physicians.
Dr. Khan is an active contributor to medical research, with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals. Recently, he co-authored a well-regarded article in BMJ-Open on the factors contributing to stress and burnout among NHS consultants. His dedication to innovation and leadership in his field has been recognised with an Award for Innovation and Leadership from NHS Wales.
Dr Khan has expertise in the following areas:
• Management of type 1 & 2 diabetes, insulin pump therapy & CGM.
• High blood pressure.
• Cholesterol treatment.
• Steroid-induced diabetes.
• Diabetes & driving (Group 1 & Group 2 licenses).
• Diabetic foot disease, including painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy & Charcot's.
• Erectile dysfunction.
• Supporting diabetes care of admitted patients.
• Diabetes in young people.
• Weight loss management.
• Preparing for bariatric surgery.
• Preparing patients for Ramadan fasting.
• Various diabetes complications (eye, kidney, foot, gastroparesis & postural hypotension).
• Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).
• Hyperthyroidism / Graves' Disease (overactive thyroid).
• Male hypogonadism (testosterone deficiency).
• Polycystic ovarian syndrome.
• Addison's disease.
• Adrenal gland problems.
• Hirsutism.
• Osteoporosis.
• Pituitary problems (raised Prolactin, low pituitary hormones).
• General Medical conditions: infections (e.g., cellulitis).
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Atir Khan
Education & training
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2000–2006 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2006–2010 Residency · Endocrinology & Diabetes
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2010–2011 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2010-09–2011-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Endocrinology & Diabetes
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 5,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,946 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,044 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,388 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,507 |
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 | 270.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 360.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 16 · i10: 5
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Outcomes of Endocrinology & Diabetes in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.3695/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 32041219 · cited by 194
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European registry analysis of Endocrinology & Diabetes outcomes
DOI: 10.3889/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 36735031 · cited by 88
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Endocrinology & Diabetes European Annual Congress (Endocrinology & Diabetes) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Endocrinology & Diabetes National Society Meeting · Blackburn · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Endocrinology & Diabetes — Blackburn · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2011
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2011
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2011
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 Endocrinology & Diabetes
- Awareness When should you see a endocrinology & diabetes?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · dr.atir.khan@euroclinics.example
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