Dr Runa Ali
BSc MBBS PhD FRCP
Consultant Allergist
33 years of experience
London, W1G 6AA
27 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Hassan Elhassan, Professor George Du Toit and 4 other professionals
33 years of experience
London, W1G 6AA
27 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Hassan Elhassan, Professor George Du Toit and 4 other professionals
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About Dr Runa Ali
Dr. Fawzia Runa Ali is a leading Consultant Allergist and Respiratory Physician, recognised in the Tatler 2025 and 2026 national Top Doctors Guide for her expertise. She holds several senior leadership and clinical roles and is uniquely dual-specialised in Allergy and Respiratory Medicine.
Current Roles and Clinical Practice:
NHS Clinical Lead: Dr. Ali serves as the Clinical Lead for Allergy at St. Bartholomew's Hospital (Barts Health NHS Trust). Dr. Ali also works in the national Barts Severe Asthma service, for which she was also previously the Clinical Lead.
National Leadership: Dr. Ali is a Director and Trustee of the British Society for Allergy & Clinical Immunology (BSACI) and a past member of the Health Advisory Board for the patient charity Allergy UK. She was a member of the Royal College of Physicians Joint Committee for Allergy & Immunology and worked on several projects with the Dept of Health.
Private Practice: Dr. Ali consults in London’s Harley Street district, at King Edward VII’s Hospital, renowned for its royal charter.
Academic Background: She earned her medical degree (MBBS) and a BSc in Physiology from University College London (UCL).
Research: She holds a PhD from Imperial College London for research into allergic asthma and peptide immunotherapy. She has been a principal investigator in research trials in Allergy & Asthma, and is an Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary University of London.
COVID-19 Contribution: During the pandemic, she served as a Respiratory lead and was a sub-investigator for the landmark RECOVERY trial, which identified dexamethasone as a treatment for COVID-19.
Recognition: In 2025 and 2026, she has been featured in Tatler’s Doctors Guide as one of the UK’s top specialists. She has also received multiple Clinical Excellence Awards for her work within the NHS.
Expertise and Services:
Dr. Ali is uniquely dual-specialised in both allergy and respiratory medicine, focusing on treating the "single airway" (nose and lungs). Her expertise includes:
Severe Asthma: Using advanced biologic treatments (monoclonal antibodies) for difficult-to-control cases.
Allergy Testing: Providing skin prick testing, molecular immunology blood assays (ISAC array), and food/drug provocation challenges.
Immunotherapy: Offering desensitisation (SLIT) for hay fever and airborne allergies.
Severe urticaria & angioedema: Offering biologic injections.
Full list of Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments:
- Hayfever, rhinitis, food allergy, drug allergy, asthma , urticaria, angioedema, anaphylaxis
- Skin prick testing
- Specific IgE blood tests including ALEX and ISAC tests
- Food and drug day case challenge testing
- Lung function tests
- Sub-lingual allergen immunotherapy (SLIT) (Allergen desensitisation)
- Adrenaline auto-injector pens prescription
- Food exclusion diets
- Biologics therapy for severe asthma or urticaria
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 3680722
Education
University College London, University of London
Medicine
Graduated 1992
Imperial College School of Medicine
Medicine
Graduated 2007
Qualifications
- BSc in Physiology at University College London
- MBBS at University College London
- Allergy training at the Royal Brompton Hospital
- PhD at Imperial College London National Heart and Lung Institute, Department of Allergy & Clinical Immunology
- FRCP 2009
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Simply Health (Dental)
- WPA
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
- Cigna
- Bupa
- The Exeter
- AXA Health
- Aetna
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Benenden Health
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Healix Health Services
- Freedom Health Insurance
- National Friendly
- General and Medical
- The PHC
- Saga Health Insurance
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Dr Runa Ali is a kind, professional, and knowledgeable specialist who listens to patients and provides clear explanations. She offers thorough assessments and practical solutions for various conditions, including managing severe hay fever with desensitisation therapy and guiding patients through traumatic anaphylactic shock. Patients praise her systematic approach to uncovering root causes for complex or long-standing issues, which leads to effective treatment for breathing problems. Her expertise extends across numerous areas, with a particular focus on comprehensive allergy testing, asthma management, and dietary sensitivities.
Dr Ali is very experienced in her line and explained me very well. I felt very relieved after seeing her .
Thank you for your kind words. I'm really glad I could help you.
Dr. Ali was very professional and took the time to really look into my condition.
Thank you so much for the feedback. I'm really pleased you found the consultation helpful .
Really appreciated the Dr Ali's clear and direct language, she spent time to listen to me and explain her thoughts.
I'm really happy the consultation met your needs, thank you .
I have been under the care of Dr Runa Ali, for 15 years now. She is very kind and caring, she listens to her patient's and then makes a treatment plan for you to improve your health issue, you went to see her with. She is very cluded up about all the latest medications treatments, available to her, that will help her patients easy their symptoms, and she explains in detail your illness and treatment plan to you. At your appointment she does not rush at all. She is simply brilliant. I would highly recommend her to any one, with a respiratory or allergy issue. She is one of the 10 top doctors in London.
Thank you ! This is an amazing review and I'm delighted to receive such positive comments ! I'm so glad you feel supported by myself and my practice manager, Julie. Wishing you all the best.
I had a really positive experience with Dr Runa Ali. She was incredibly welcoming and friendly, and she took the time to help with both the diagnosis and treatment plan, which feels quite rare these days. I truly appreciate her care and support.
Thank you so much . I really appreciate your feedback and am glad I was able to be of help.
I got disappointing news but it was communicated clearly and in a kind manner.
Thank you for the feedback. I'm glad we were able to see you quickly and get you tested. All the best.
Good diagnosis
Thank you and glad to have been of help.
Dr Ali was very knowledgeable and clearly very experienced in her field . She gave me a lot of space to speak and ask questions. Her manner was incredibly reassuring and I felt feeling confident about my treatment.
Thank you for such positive feedback . It's much appreciated.
Clear mindful overview of possible treatments
Thank you. Very glad to have been of help.
Very helpful
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Skill Endorsements
Dr Runa Ali is an outstanding Consultant Allergist and Respiratory Physician with extensive experience in managing complex allergic and respiratory conditions. She combines clinical expertise with a thoughtful, evidence-based approach. Patients benefit from her clear communication, thorough assessments and personalised care, particularly in conditions such as asthma, hay fever and allergic rhinitis. I would have no hesitation in recommending her to patients seeking expert allergy and respiratory care.
26 Mar 2026
Mr Hassan Elhassan
ENT SurgeonAn excellent and compassionate clinician.
28 Jun 2025
Professor George Du Toit
PaediatricianExcellent care
19 May 2025
Dr Carolyn Barshall
General PractitionerDr Runa Ali is an outstanding Consultant in Allergy and Respiratory Medicine, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking expert, compassionate care. She leads the Allergy & Severe Asthma Service at St Bartholomew’s Hospital and is known for her deep knowledge, clinical excellence, communication & interpersonal skills, and warm, patient-centred approach. She is an absolute pleasure to work with. Dr Ali listens carefully, explains clearly, and tailors treatment to each individual. She takes great care to work closely with a trusted network of colleagues to ensure excellent joined-up ...
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01 May 2025
Dr Ricardo Madrigal
Consultant Allergist
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What are Dr Runa Ali's reviews like?
Dr Runa Ali's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 272 reviews.
What languages does Dr Runa Ali speak?
Dr Runa Ali speaks English
Where is Dr Runa Ali located?
Dr Runa Ali primarily practices at King Edward VII's Hospital, located at 5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
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