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Dr Rakesh Amin

Paediatrician

Paediatrician

London, W1W 5AH

32 years of experience
Verified profile

Paediatrician

London, W1W 5AH

32 years of experience
Verified profile

Patient Trust Score

4.97

30 patient reviews

4.97
Overall Experience
4.97
Bedside manner
4.97
Explanation

6 recommendations for:

Video Consultation(3)
Paediatric Endocrinology(2)
Childhood Obesity(1)

Recent patient review

09 May 2023

Always a pleasure

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About

I am a Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist at Great Ormond Street">Great Ormond Street Hospital and am clincal lead for the department.  I have practised medicine for >25 years, and have worked as a consultant for >14 years. My clinical practice encompasses all areas of paediatric and adolescent endocrinology and diabetes.
As a parent (I live in London with my two children), I realise you need to have trust in the doctor looking after your child.  I see children and young people quickly and efficiently and only request investigations and start treatments if absolutely necessary.  I understand the importance of being friendly, approachable, and in providing clear, jargon-free explanations. My experience includes managing patients from all cultures and backgrounds, and I'm proud to offer everyone I see the same level of service.  
I studied medicine at Leeds University. I trained in paediatric medicine and specialised in endocrinology in London, Oxford and Cambridge. I was awarded an MD with commendation for research undertaken in childhood type 1 diabetes. I have been invited to speak at numerous national and international meetings, and have received several awards during my undergraduate and postgraduate training.

I see children and young people up to age 18 years and can advise on some of the follwing problems;

growth (short and tall stature)
puberty (early and delayed)
obesity
all forms of diabetes
thyroid problems (under and over-active)
other disorders (adrenal, bone, and rare, complex endocrine conditions)


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Video Consultation (50%)
  • Paediatric Endocrinology (33%)
  • Childhood Obesity (17%)

Subspecialties

  • Paediatric Endocrinology

All conditions and treatments

  • Video Consultation
  • Childhood Obesity
  • Delayed Puberty
  • Growing Pains
  • Growth Disorders
  • Metabolic Bone Disease
  • Paediatric Consultation
  • Rickets
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Weight Gain

Registered with

General Medical Council

3562985


Qualifications

Primary Medical Qualifications:

  • MBChB with honours Leeds University 1991
  • FRCPCH RCPCH 2013

Additional Training:

  • MRCP RCPCH 1996
  • FRCP RCPCH 2013
  • MD with commendation Leeds University 2006
  • MSc Diabetes and Endocrinology Kings College 1991

Memberships:

  • British Society for Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes (BSPED)
  • European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology
  • National Diabetes Audit Dataset Working Group
  • BSPED Clinical Trials and Study Group (and many other study and research groups)

languages spoken

  • English
  • Gujarati

consultation fees

  • New appointment: £350
  • Follow-up appointment: £250

insurers

  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Healix
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa Platinum
  • Benenden
  • Aetna
  • Bupa
  • Aviva Health
  • WPA
  • Cigna
  • Vitality Health
  • Simply Health
  • The Exeter

Location

All locations

The Portland Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK

4.81
(1641)

Specialist's working hours

at All locations

Monday

Not available

Tuesday

09:00 - 14:00

14:30 - 18:00

Wednesday

16:00 - 19:30

Thursday

Not available

Friday

Not available

Saturday

Not available

Sunday

Not available

Reviews

All reviews
Video Consultation (3)
Paediatric Endocrinology (2)
Childhood Obesity (1)

30 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Always a pleasure

09 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Endocrinology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Dr Amin is very clear in describing the situation and simplifying it making it easy for my daughter to understand . He is very friendly and patient and is a very good listener

04 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Video Consultation

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Dr Amin provided excellent explanation and took the time to both properly explain the diagnosis and the possible treatment options in a very clear, confident and friendly manner. We felt super confident in his care.

03 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric (Pediatric) Endocrinology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Rakesh was friendly and logical with a professional approach I will recommend him

21 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Endocrinology
Childhood Obesity

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Dr Amin is very knowledgable, kind and great with my teenage son. He is reassuring and stays in touch. Would recommend

14 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric (Pediatric) Endocrinology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Incredibly helpful, courteous, informative and reassuring.

21 Feb 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Endocrinology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Really approachable, friendly, knowledgable

31 Jan 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Newly diagnosed diabetes

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Put us an ease, very thorough consultation

17 Jan 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric (Pediatric) Endocrinology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Excellent doctor

30 Nov 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric (Pediatric) Endocrinology
Paediatric (Pediatric) Consultation

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Huge relief to be able to speak with such an eminent clinician and get some reassurance around my daughter's health. Whole experience felt careful and caring.

25 Oct 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric (Pediatric) Endocrinology
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FAQ

What are Dr Rakesh Amin's reviews like?

Dr Rakesh Amin's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 30 reviews

What languages does Dr Rakesh Amin speak?

Dr Rakesh Amin speaks English and Gujarati

Where is Dr Rakesh Amin located?

Dr Rakesh Amin primarily practices at The Portland Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at 205 – 209 Great Portland Street, London, United Kingdom, W1W 5AH
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What are Dr Rakesh Amin working hours?

Dr Rakesh Amin is working Tuesday (09:00 - 14:00, 14:30 - 18:00), Wednesday (16:00 - 19:30)

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