Dr Arul James
MBBS, MD, FRCA, FFPMRCA
Anaesthetist, Pain Management Specialist
16 years of experience
Sutton Coldfield, B74 3UP
(+2 more)
11 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Mahmoud Alkholany, Dr. Syed Hassan and 1 other professional
16 years of experience
Sutton Coldfield, B74 3UP
(+2 more)
11 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Mahmoud Alkholany, Dr. Syed Hassan and 1 other professional
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About Dr Arul James
Dr Arul James is a highly experienced Consultant in Chronic Pain Medicine and Anaesthetics, with over nine years of practice across both the NHS and private sectors. Based in the Midlands, he currently sees NHS patients at George Eliot Hospital in Nuneaton and provides private care at The Vesey Private Hospital in Sutton Coldfield, where he leads the Pain Management Service.
Dr James completed his medical degree (MBBS) at Pondicherry University in India in 2010. He is a Fellow of both the Royal College of Anaesthetists (FRCA) and the Faculty of Pain Medicine (FFPMRCA), reflecting his specialist expertise. Since 2021, he has served as Clinical Lead in Chronic Pain Medicine, using a biopsychosocial approach to tailor treatments for a wide range of chronic pain conditions.
He offers advanced interventions such as radio-frequency denervation, ultrasound and X-ray-guided nerve and joint injections, infusions for widespread nerve pain, and Qutenza treatment for localised neuropathic pain. He has performed over 1,000 pain procedures in the past two years alone.
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 7462328
Qualifications
MBBS 2010 Pondicherry University - Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research
Publications
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08 / 12 / 2024
A Novel Technique for Sacroiliac Joint Radiofrequency Ablation: Combining Ultrasound and X-Ray Annotation for Enhanced Precision and Patient Comfort
Published in Journal Of Clinical Practice and Medical Case Report
03 / 06 / 2023
Effectiveness of Intermediate Cervical Plexus Block in Whiplash-Associated Disorder: A Prospective Observational Trial in Fifty Patients
Published in Pain Physician
20 / 06 / 2018
Empowering Pain Management
Published in A Comprehensive Practical Guide to Mastering Life with Chronic Pain - available in amazon.co.uk and Worldwide
07 / 02 / 2022
High dose epinephrine in the management of life-threatening hypotension from post-surgical hemorrhage with an excellent outcome in a patient with Phaeochromocytoma: A case report
Published in Journal of Surgery and Surgical Research
Languages spoken
- English
- Hindi
- Tamil
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £250
- Follow-up appointment: £150
Insurers
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
- AXA Health
- WPA
- Bupa
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Little Aston Hall Drive, Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom, B74 3UP
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Patients find Dr Arul James professional and friendly, and he makes them feel comfortable and at ease. He excels at explaining procedures like nerve blocks, steroid injections, and radiofrequency denervations, ensuring patients understand everything before and during the treatment. Some patients mention long waiting times for appointments and treatments, impacting their overall experience. Despite this, patients consistently report excellent clinical knowledge and skill, and express confidence in his care. Patients primarily seek Dr Arul James for effective management of chronic pain, especially lower back pain, often involving steroid injections and addressing nerve pain.
My experience was great, friendly and efficient staff could not fault anything..
The car park was a bit of a nightmare driving around, trying to find a space Didn’t really wait long, which was good. The doctor was very pleasant and the nurse and I’m having a procedure done in my knees so I’m just waiting on that appointment overall good experience.
Very professional and caring person
I appreciate your comments. It means a great deal to know that you found the care both professional and compassionate.
The service was really good and the doctor was really helpful
Thank you for your kind feedback. I am pleased to hear that you found the service helpful and supportive.
Dr James listened to what I said. My experience was very good. Amazing Dr
Thank you for your kind feedback. I am very pleased to hear that you felt listened to and had a positive experience. I always aim to take time to understand each patient’s concerns and provide personalised care for chronic pain. Thank you for trusting me with your pain management care in the West Midlands.
Everyone was lovely and tried their best to keep me comfortable during a painful procedure
Thank you for your kind feedback. I am very pleased to hear that you felt well cared for and kept as comfortable as possible during what can understandably be a painful procedure. We always aim to provide compassionate, personalised care and to make chronic pain treatment, including back injections for lower back pain, as comfortable and reassuring as possible. Thank you again for trusting us with your pain management care in West Midlands.
Very caring as well as professional, excellent staff who explained everything too me and put me at ease.
Thank you for your kind feedback. I am very pleased to hear that you found the care both professional and reassuring, and that the team explained everything clearly and helped put you at ease.
DR James was really nice, I appreciated him trying to help me and taking care of me, he talked to me throughout the procedure and made sure I was ok. I couldn't fault him. Even when it hurt he tried his best to make sure I was ok.
Thank you for your very kind words. I am grateful for your feedback and pleased to hear that you felt supported and looked after throughout the procedure. I know these treatments can sometimes be uncomfortable, so I always try to talk patients through each step and make sure they feel safe, heard and cared for. Thank you for placing your trust in me for your chronic pain and lower back pain care in the West Midlands.
Recently been to see Dr Arul James for Nerve block and Trigger Point injections he was very professional the staff where very friendly highly recommended.
Skill Endorsements
I knew Dr James for quite a while since we trained together before. I always knew him as someone maintaining highest level of skills, knowledge and professional attitude. His care for his patients is outstanding. His love for technology and education translated in to innovation that's benefiting his colleagues and juniors.
11 Jul 2025
Dr Mahmoud Alkholany
AnaesthetistArul is a well respected anesthetist with a wealth of knowledge and a reputation for providing great service to his patients
10 Jul 2025
Dr. Syed Hassan
Respiratory DoctorDr James bring an innovate approach to holistic patient management providing state of the art techniques. Dr James is available for support with complex patient care needs.
20 Jun 2024
Dr Guy Ratu
General PractitionerFAQ
What are Dr Arul James's reviews like?
Dr Arul James's overall patient rating is 4.93 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 72 reviews.
What languages does Dr Arul James speak?
Dr Arul James speaks English, Hindi and Tamil
Where is Dr Arul James located?
Dr Arul James primarily practices at Spire Little Aston Hospital, located at Little Aston Hall Drive, Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom, B74 3UP
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