Dr Ali Sheikh

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''.