Dr Alex Kumar
Pain Management Specialist
London, SW7 4XR
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16 years of experience
Verified profile
16 years of experience
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10 Jan 2024
Alex is an expert in pain management and I am confident sending patients to him for...
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Dr Alex Kumar is an experienced Consultant in Anaesthesia and Pain Management, currently seeing private patients at London Bridge Hospital, King Edward VII's Hospital Sister Agnes, Lister Hospital, and Pure Sports Medicine Kensington. Additionally, he serves as an Honorary Consultant at King’s College Hospital and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.
Dr Kumar completed his medical degree at Bart’s and The London in 2007, following his Bachelor's degree in Sports Medicine at Queen Mary, University of London in 2006. He later completed his specialist training in anaesthetics and pain management both in the UK and internationally. He also completed fellowships in acute pain at St Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver and chronic pain at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London. Dr Kumar became a Fellow of the Royal College of Anaesthetists in 2015 and an Associate Fellow of the Faculty of Pain Medicine, Royal College of Anaesthetists in 2021.
Dr Kumar's passion lies in utilising pain medicine to aid rehabilitation, enhancing function and quality of life for his patients. He has a holistic and multidisciplinary approach, customising interventions, medications, and pain therapies in collaboration with each patient. His areas of expertise include pain medicine, spine medicine, postoperative pain, rehabilitation, acute pain, chronic pain, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), neuropathic pain and sports and exercise medicine.
In addition to his role in pain management, Dr Kumar also has expertise in general and regional anaesthesia for maxillofacial, major general, and orthopaedic surgery.
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Back Injections (including Steroid Epidurals) (13%)
- Spinal Injections for Pain (13%)
- Chronic Pain (10%)
- Caudal Epidural Injection (8%)
- Nerve Pain (8%)
- Others (48%)
Subspecialties
- Anaesthetics
- Pain Medicine
- Spinal Medicine
All conditions and treatments
- Chronic Pain
- Nerve Pain
- Acute Pain
- Back Pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Neuropathic Pain
- Arthritis
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Lower Back Pain
- Neck Pain
- Back Injections (including Steroid Epidurals)
- Spinal Injections for Pain
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection
- Epidural
- Alternative Pain Management
- Botox Injections
- Ketamine and Lidocaine Infusions
- Medical Cannabis
- Neck Pain Injections/Interventions
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 06160807
Qualifications
BSc (Hons) Sports Medicine - Queen Mary, University of London, UK in 2006
MBBS - Barts and The London School of Medicine, UK in 2007
FRCA - Royal College of Anaesthetists, UK in 2015
AFFPMRCA - Faculty of Pain Medicine, Royal College of Anaesthetists, UK in 2021
languages spoken
- English
Location
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116 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom, SW7 4XR
116 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom, SW7 4XR
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27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
(3340)
5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
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The Guthrie Wing, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, United Kingdom, SE5 9RS
The Guthrie Wing, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, United Kingdom, SE5 9RS
(1846)
Chelsea Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SW1W 8RH
Chelsea Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SW1W 8RH
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369 Fulham Road, London, United Kingdom, SW10 9NG
369 Fulham Road, London, United Kingdom, SW10 9NG
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Denmark Hill, London, United Kingdom, SE5 9RS
Denmark Hill, London, United Kingdom, SE5 9RS
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
17 reviews
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Thank you, all good and explained procedure
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A 1ST CLASS EXPERIENCE AS PER USUAL BY DR KUMAR AND DR THOMAS'S STAFF I COULDN'T OF BEEN LOOKED AFTER ANY BETTER THANKS ###### ##### 👍.
5
Dr. Kumar warmly introduced himself and explained concisely and clearly the procedure to be done. He answered all my questions patiently. During the procedure, he verbalized every step and made sure that I am aware of what to expect. He demonstrated confidence and competence. He was kind enough to come to me after the procedure and checked my recovery after the procedure. I am very grateful for his care provided.
5
Calm, gentle and very professional...thankyou
5
Very clear, use of everyday language to help me understand, supportive. Also, very happy for me to ask questions
5
An Exceptional doctor. Who was polite curtious and very understanding. I found it a great relief to know thar he fully understood what i was experiencing and explained the results and treatment in a way i could understabd discussing my options for treatment. Very datisfied with todays consultation.
5
I can't thank you enough for the special, excellent care you have provided.Very professional and reassurance with all the procedures and plan.We can't thank you enough
5
Extremely helpful, thoughtful and clear.
5
Dr Kumar lets you take your time when you talk about your pain and makes you feel that your experience is relevant. The suggestions to help manage pain are appropriate while at the same time empowers you to feel that you can manage pain moving forward.
5
Dr Kumar was personable, caring & very attentive adding to the feeling that I was in good care.
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Alex is an expert in pain management and I am confident sending patients to him for a kind and thorough review. We have shared patients with chronic pain and complex spinal pain in particular.
10 Jan 2024Dr. Dan Brooke
Sports & Exercise MedicineHaving only worked with Alex a short period of time, I already know and have seen the value of his expertise. He was approachable and available at short notice when myself and a patient needed him. His input was greatly received by the patient and allowed me to better manage their condition.
10 Jan 2024Mr Nick Guth
PhysiotherapyAlex is a superb clinician and doctor. I value his expertise and send referrals to him for spinal injections and other areas of pain management. He is very thorough in his approach and very well liked by my patients who have seen him. I wholeheartedly recommend him to patients and colleague also. Highly recommended. Dr Mike Burdon, Consultant in Sport, Exercise and MSK Medicine.
13 Dec 2023Dr Michael Burdon
Sports & Exercise MedicineAlex is a dedicated and committed colleague who is an excellent clinician considering all options for those who seek his advice
13 Dec 2023Dr Ben Thomas
Pain ManagementMost recent videos
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Dr Alex Kumar
26 March 2024
Check out this quick fire interview with Dr Alex Kumar, Consultant in Anaesthesia and Pain Management
Dr Kumar is passionate about using pain medicine to allow rehabilitation and improve function and quality of life through a multidisciplinary approach
09 January 2024
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Low Back Pain - Facet Joint Irritation
An overview of the symptoms, causes and treatment of Back Pain caused by Facet Joint Irritation
09 April 2024
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An Introduction to Pain Management for Back Pain
An introduction to how Pain Management can integrate with a rehab plan to improve recovery for people with back pain
09 April 2024
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A systematic review of the prevalence of postamputation and chronic neuropathic pain associated with combat injury in military personnel
The prevalence of postamputation pain and chronic neuropathic pain after combat trauma is high. We highlight inconsistency of case definitions and terminology for pain and the need for consensus in future research of traumatic injury.
09 January 2024
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“I did not expect the doctor to treat a ghost”: a systematic review of published reports regarding chronic postamputation pain in British First World War veterans
Chronic postamputation pain is still a significant issue for military rehabilitation. Similarities between injury patterns in the First World War and recent Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts mean that these historical aspects remain relevant to today's military personnel, clinicians, researchers, and policymakers.
09 January 2024
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Pain following combat injury in male UK military personnel deployed to Afghanistan
Chronic pain after injury poses a serious health burden. As a result of advances in medical technology, ever more military personnel survive severe combat injuries, but long-term pain outcomes are unknown. We aimed to assess rates of pain in a representative sample of UK military personnel with and without combat injuries.
26 March 2024
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Dr Alex Kumar's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 17 reviews
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Dr Alex Kumar speaks English
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Dr Alex Kumar primarily practices at Pure Sports Medicine, located at 116 Cromwell Road, London, United Kingdom, SW7 4XR
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Dr Alex Kumar is working Tuesday (08:30 - 13:30)
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