Dr Glen Rae
MBChB, MScSEM, FSEM(UK)
27 years of experience
Washington, NE38 9JZ
7 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Daniel Dowen
27 years of experience
Washington, NE38 9JZ
7 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Daniel Dowen
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About Dr Glen Rae
Dr Glen Rae is a Consultant in Sports and Exercise Medicine. Dr Rae works with a variety of patients, including both professional athletes, amateur athletes as well as non-athletes.
He qualified from Leeds Medical school in 1999 and then completed his postgraduate Sports and Exercise diploma and MSc at the University of Bath, on the Specilist Register for Sports and Exxercise Medicine (SEM) since 2017.
He has spent over 25 years working within professional football including as Head of Sports Science and Medicine and First Team Doctor at Sunderland AFC. He was part of the backroom staff with the FA England U20 side that won the U20 FIFA World Cup in South Korea in 2017. He is also a Horseracing Resident Medical Officer looking after jockeys at at Newcastle Racecourse.
He is currently the England Senior Mens Cricket Team Doctor working with boith red and white ball squads between matches and when touring.
A wide range of patients seek Dr Rae's expertise ranging from international-level athletes and amateur athletes from a number of sports, to non sporting individuals requiring an improvement in musculoskeletal pain, mobility and health for everyday tasks inorder to improve their quality of life.
Dr Rae's practice is centred around providing patients with comprehensive care. This includes consultations, diagnoses, investigations, and personalised treatment plans tailored to each patient's individual needs.
Subspecialties
- Sports Injury
- Exercise Medicine
- Musculoskeletal Medicine
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4632593
Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine (FSEM)
No. 4632593
Education
University of Leeds
Medicine
Graduated 1999
University of Bath
Sports and Exercise Medicine
Graduated 2011
University of Teesside
Diagnostic Ultrasound
Graduated 2013
Publications
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01 / 05 / 2004
Improving patient understanding of hip and knee arthroplasty: a prospective study of the role of experienced, dedicated nurse practitioners in the pre-admission setting
Published in Clinical Governance Bulletin
23 / 02 / 2013
Practical approach to exercise-induced bronchoconstriction in athletes
Published in Primary Care Respiratory Journal
10 / 03 / 2015
Physiotherapist prescribing in lower back pain: A case study
Published in Nurse Prescribing
02 / 10 / 2015
Assessment of Energy Intake and Energy Expenditure of Male Adolescent Academy-Level Soccer Players during a Competitive Week - PubMed
Published in Nutrients
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Bupa
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- Cigna
- WPA
- Aviva Health
- Healix Health Services
- The Exeter
- Bupa Fee Assured
Fees
New appointment
£180Follow-up appointment
£115
Locations
Spire Washington Hospital
Picktree Ln, Washington, Washington, United Kingdom, NE38 9JZ
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AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Dr Glen Rae gives professional, knowledgeable, and thorough care. He gives clear explanations. He ensures patients understand options. Key conditions treated include knee pain, hip and groyne pain, and back pain.
Really pleasant experience. Very efficient with a clear path to resolution. Would Very much recommend
Dr Rae was very polite and professional, he explained the possible problem clearly and advised what further treatment was needed.
Very professional and willing to listen to issues and remedies already tried.
Dr Rae was very thorough- listening to my symptoms and provided clear explanation of what he thought was wrong and the possible treatment paths available. The appointment felt unrushed and I was happy with the information provided and the steps which will follow if necessary.
Felt comfortable and things were explained clearly to me.
Dr Glen Rae met me at reception and walked me through to his room. We had a friendly exchange before he asked me to explain my issue. Dr Glen Rae listened and asked questions prior to starting the examination. Dr Glen Rae talked me through each stage of the examination making sure I was comfortable at all times. Dr Glen Rae talked me through his findings and we discussed next steps. Very happy with my experience.
Dr Rae was very polite and professional,The explanations and information given was very clear and well explained
Skill Endorsements
Dr Rae is a highly respected sports medicine doctor with a wealth of experience in managing all sports injuries as well as more generic musculoskeletal presentations. His background of both being a sports doctor with significant exposure to the world of rehabilitation and physiotherapy, places him in a unique position of being able to offer an expert opinion from a variety of angles. As the current doctor for the England cricket team, and having previously been linked to various premiership football clubs, his ability to diagnose and give meaningful treatment plans consistently helps to impr...
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10 Mar 2026
Mr Daniel Dowen
Orthopaedic SurgeonFind out more on the Doctify Health hub for Dr Glen Rae's specialty, Sports & Exercise Medicine.
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What are Dr Glen Rae's reviews like?
Dr Glen Rae's overall patient rating is 4.88 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 63 reviews.
What languages does Dr Glen Rae speak?
Dr Glen Rae speaks English
Where is Dr Glen Rae located?
Dr Glen Rae primarily practices at Spire Washington Hospital, located at Picktree Ln, Washington, Washington, United Kingdom, NE38 9JZ
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Dr Glen Rae is working Monday (13:00 - 19:30), Wednesday (08:30 - 12:30)
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