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Dr Faheem Latheef

Dr Faheem Latheef

Dermatologist

Leeds, LS1 3EB

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17 years of experience
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17 years of experience
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82 reviews

5

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5.00
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5.00
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I have just finished a 6 month course of Accutane under the supervision of Dr Latheef. I found him to be very knowledgeable, understanding and informative. I would definitely recommend him to other people.

07 Nov 2018verified patient

5

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5.00
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5.00
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I have recently seen Dr Latheef for severe hand excema and I am absolutely amazed with the results. My only regret is that I did not see him years ago! I have struggled with this condition which made simple daily activities so difficult. I saw a dermatologist a few years ago but was discharged from his care with my excema still very much a problem and the impression that it was a chronic condition which I was to manage with steroid creams and emollients. Over the last few years, the excema became unbearable at times. I became more and more dependent on wearing cotton gloves to protect my hands. Holidays were difficult as far as everything seemed to make it worse! The chlorine in the pool, the seawater and sunscreens were not a good combination! I had to stop going to my aqua classes as I couldn’t tolerate the irritation afterwards. When I saw Dr Latheef, I felt so reassured with his caring manner that something could be done. As soon as the treatment started, I could see such a huge improvement and it didn’t take long for my hands to feel, dare I say ‘normal’. My cotton gloves have gone into storage, I am enjoying my aqua classes again and I can’t wait for my next holiday. I honestly thought my hands were beyond help and just can’t believe how they are now. After years of struggling and having a panic attack if someone wanted to greet me by shaking hands, I am over the moon with my hands now. If anyone has a skin condition that is making life difficult, I would totally recommend a visit to Dr Latheef.

05 Nov 2018verified patient

5

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5.00
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5.00
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In 2017, I suddenly developed a red, angry rash on my chest and arms; it was so uncomfortable, my only relief was sleeping on ice packs. It was in this sorry state that I first met Dr Latheef. His immediate interest in me and his compassion were apparent from the outset. He listened intently as I answered his questions and I felt a huge relief; here was someone who I knew would make me well again. My initial opinion of Dr Latheef was confirmed by the high opinion the nursing staff seemed to have of him. One nurse told me not to worry, if anyone could make me better it would be Dr Latheef! He performed a skin biopsy on my chest which required a few stitches afterwards; he did this with great dexterity, care and gentleness and amazingly I don’t even have a small scar! Over the next couple of months, I was treated with a variety of medications and underwent a number of tests which proved that Dr Latheef’s initial assessment of my condition was correct; I had developed a severe allergy to oak moss and tree moss which are present in many perfumed products. He advised a perfume free environment. This wasn’t easy! (even lavatory cleaner has perfume added). I followed his advice to the letter and gradually my skin returned to normal. A year on and my skin is healthy. If I have a flare-up, I have the medication to deal with it quickly and effectively. I worked for the NHS for over 30 years, and met some very talented doctors during that time. Dr Latheef is one of the very best I have met. It was a lucky day for me when I became his patient. Thank you Faheem Latheef - you are a star!

01 Nov 2018verified patient

5

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5.00
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Dr Latheef is always really friendly and helpful. I never feel rushed when at my appointments as he makes time to chat and see how i have got on with my medication. Thanks to Dr Latheef help my acne prone skin is no longer a problem. I couldnt be happier with the results i have had so far.

18 Oct 2018verified patient

5

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5.00
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5.00
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I’ve been unfortunate enough to have had a rollercoaster of a journey with my troubled skin over the past few years beginning age 25, having never suffered before with even as much as a blemish, so this was all new to me, and as I’m sure you can sympathise, very disheartening and upsetting. My journey began when I noticed that I had started to get red painful spots, spreading further and further across my forehead. Immediately, I panicked and went to the doctors, at which point the doctor told me ‘I think you might have acne’. This unsure response didn’t help, and I was prescribed a number of creams which did not work and made my skin feel sore and angry. Following this I googled ‘how to get rid of acne’ to which a ‘beauty’ dermatologist clinic popped up near to me, offering various facials, treatments etc to ‘get rid of acne’. I had a consultation and was assured all I needed was 4 facials and my acne would be gone, I signed up immediately for my first DMK facial and the DMK treatment products which went alongside this (products circa £300 lasting 3 months, facials £100 per month). My skin got worse, I had acne all over my chin, my forehead and my nose, I thought the next facial will cure it, it never did. 4 facials went by, my skin had not improved, the number of facials I needed just kept increasing from 4 to 6, 10, 16… Not only was my skin irritated, sore and painful, I was also spending A LOT of money every month on something which wasn’t working, despite being told 100% it would work, which to someone who has never experienced this before, I just thought surely, they know best, they can’t lie to me. It did not work. I felt horrible about myself, I didn’t want to leave the house because I thought I looked disgusting, I started getting anxiety and feeling really low about life. So, thousands of pounds down the drain, I started googling again, knowing I didn’t want to go back to the doctors as they had no idea. I came across a lot of people reviewing a product called Accutane, lots of good reviews and few horror stories, but on the whole, it seemed to work very well. Also, I feel people tend to review more if they’ve had a poor experience rather than a good one- despite this there were more good than bad. After a full night of googling I found Dr Latheef, read the amazing reviews and people who had been on a similar journey to me and thought it was worth a shot. I booked in the very same week for a private appointment (I didn’t want to wait for a nhs referral) feeling uncertain of what was going to happen and scared to death he might tell me I had acne forever. I met Dr Latheef and immediately felt at ease, he discussed the various options available to me and assured me things would get better. I felt instantly better and much happier. I chose Accutane and didn’t have any major side effects, mainly just dry lips and hands, but this did not bother me in the slightest. I started on a lower dose for the first month to lower the risk of an initial breakout, to which I had a little one nothing crazy. After 1 month my skin was about 80% clear, this continued and now in my fifth month my skin is 100% clear and looks AMAZING, genuinely glowing, I actually get compliments and questions about my skin routine. Anyone who is unsure, just remember- you should ‘live everyday like it’s your last’- I’ve wasted so much of my life because of acne and only wish I had been to see Dr Latheef earlier.

17 Oct 2018verified patient

5

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I was referred to Dr Latheef back in March/April by my GP, Dr Latheef prescribed me with Isotretinoin for my acne. He reassured me about the medication ensuring I fully understood how it worked, Dr Latheef is extremely kind and caring which helped me to make the decision to move onto this medication, he reassured me that although there are side affects it was still the best treatment for my acne. I went back to see him every month to get a repeat prescription and his manor was still kind. Today I have finished my treatment after 6 months and I cannot be happier with the results. This medication is, what I call, a miracle. I never ever thought I’d have clear skin and I am so pleased that I went onto this medication. I highly recommend anyone who suffers with acne to see Dr Latheef and get prescribed with Isotretinoin, it has completely changed my life. Thank you so much Dr Latheef!

09 Oct 2018verified patient

5

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5.00
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After months of suffering with a severe eczema flare up and having tried so many solutions from my GP, with none of them working, it was such a relief to find Dr Latheef. I went from having severe eczema to pretty much normal skin in a matter of days after seeing him. He has gone out of his way to check my progress and ensure that I have a long term solution, not just a short term one. He was so kind and understanding and instantly reassured me that he could find a solution for my eczema. He was very thorough and instantly felt confident that he knew what the cause of my eczema was, and I instantly trusted him and his knowledge. He is the best doctor I have seen (no exaggeration!!) with a lovely bedside manner and fantastic expertise and he has honestly changed my life. I would recommend him to anyone with no hesitation. I cannot thank him enough for what he has done for me. He has not just resolved my eczema but also made me a confident and happy 19 year old again.

12 Sep 2018verified patient

5

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Dr Latheef was so polite friendly and a very kind caring docyor. He is a credit to the NHS thank you for what you have done for my daughter.

10 Sep 2018verified patient

5

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5.00
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5.00
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I have been a patient of Dr Latheef for a few months now as a result of my chronic psoriasis. I left a review a couple of months qgo. I am leaving this review as an update. Dr Latheef has been amazing. I was covered in psoriasis all over, to the point where I have covered my whole body, whatever the weather. It completely took over my life. I am now on long term medication, which came with no promises of cure. Amazingly, my psoriasis has COMPLETELY GONE. I am left with slightly darker areas over my body where it was, a big like pigmentation. Once I have had a bit of sun, that will fade and disappear. I wore a short sleeve top for the first time in public yesterday (after nearly 3years of covering up) and it was such a relief. If anyone has any doubts and thinks that they've tried everything, I would highly recommend Dr Latheef. His support and guidance has literally changed my life. Thank you Dr Latheef!

30 Jul 2018verified patient

5

5.00
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5.00
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I saw Dr Latheef in May 2018 at Living Care Surgery at Colton Leeds. I have suffered with Excema and Rosacea on my face for over 5 years, and I have felt uncomfortable and self conscious during this time. I have visited other Doctors in Dermatology but have been unsuccessful with my condition. Dr Latheef was very approachable and friendly and listened very carefully to my concerns. I used the treatment prescribed consisting of tablets and creams and a medicated shampoo. But as my condition got worse I stopped using them. I saw Dr Latheef the following month and he advised me to keep using them as it will get worse before getting better. Well I did as Dr Latheef said and a week later I was amazed with the results. My face is now completely clear. I have got my life back, no more feeling embarrassed. A big thank you to Dr Latheef, an excellent Doctor, and someone I will not forget.

14 Jul 2018verified patient