Leicester, LE2 2FF
About Dr Ehtasham Ahmad
Dr. Ehtasham Ahmad is a Consultant in Diabetes and Tier 3 Specialist Weight Management Services at the University Hospitals of Leicester. He specialises in managing both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, as well as obesity and related conditions such as hypertension and lipid disorders.
He has extensive experience in prescribing and supervising advanced glucose-lowering medications, including SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists (such as weight-loss injections), ensuring his patients benefit from the latest treatment options.
Dr. Ahmad earned his PhD from the University of Leicester, focusing on the use of novel glucose-lowering therapies in unique patient populations, including young people with type 2 diabetes and individuals with high BMI. His research has been published in high-impact journals and presented at both national and international conferences.
He remains actively involved in research projects aimed at improving the management of type 2 diabetes and obesity, combining his academic expertise with a commitment to delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care.
Subspecialties
- General (Internal) Medicine
- Endocrinology
- Diabetes
Areas of expertise
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 7123483
Education
University of Peshawar
Medicine
Graduated 2005
Qualifications
MRCP Diabetes and Endocrinology
MRCP General Internal Medicine
June 2023
Publications
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18 / 12 / 2024
Time to act? Is the new era of gut hormone-based pharmacotherapy an opportunity to rethink the tier-based UK obesity care model?
Published in British Journal of Diabetes
15 / 06 / 2025
Effectiveness of diabetes footwear fit assessment by people with diabetes and their family or partners: A reliability study
Published in Diabetic Medicine
13 / 06 / 2025
Recommendations for the Management of Diabetes During Ramadan Applying the Principles of the ADA/ EASD Consensus: Update 2025
Published in Diabetes Metabolism Research and Reviews
21 / 04 / 2025
GLP-1 medication and weight loss: Barriers and motivators among 1659 participants managed in a virtual setting
Published in Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- AXA Health
- Bupa
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
- WPA
Fees
New appointment
£200Follow-up appointment
£100
Locations
Spire Leicester Hospital
Gartree Road, Oadby, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE2 2FF
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
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Dr Ehtasham Ahmad is helpful and kind. He listens to patients and explains health details. This approach makes patients comfortable and helps improve their health. Many patients progress with their weight management and control their diabetes.
Very careful and professional doctor…. Very good explain about my health condition……. 10/10 rate 🔝 Thank you 🙏
I visit the hospital every few weeks at different departments for various health conditions, this is the only appointment that I do not get anxiety for. My doctor is absolutely incredible, very thorough, very kind and very knowledgeable on all health conditions. I am very thankful for Doctors like Dr Ahmed who go over and beyond for their patients.
Totally professional and informative So helpful and seemed committed to my welfare First class experience
Dr Ahmad is a wonderful Consultant who has helped me considerably over this last year. Together with the whole team in his clinics I have had nothing but support and help and I am so very grateful for all that has been done to help me achieve a considerable goal.
Dr Ahmed was absolutely brilliant. Very polite caring and helpful. He explained everything well
Dr Ahmad has a genuine care and interest in patients, excellent manner and empathy
I Have never experienced such kind, caring, professional, knowledgeable treatment as received from Dr Ahmed. He has not only given me advice and support but also his time and help in other linked, potential medical conditions which have led to life changing outcomes. I have felt very privileged to have been one of Dr Ahmed's patients.
Dr Ehtasham is truly outstanding. He is incredibly kind, professional, and genuinely cares about his patients. He takes the time to listen, treats people with respect, and makes you feel comfortable and valued. His dedication and compassion really stand out, and it’s clear he takes great pride in his work. I’m very grateful for his support and would highly recommend him.
Dr Ahmed listened to me and I didn’t feel rushed and he explained things really clearly. I appreciated him congratulating me on how well I was doing. It was nice to hear that what I had been doing to improve matters for myself had been validated by a professional, especially when having a long term illness (it can get you down at times). Thank you
I found the doctor some time ago by accident, as I had been seeing someone else before. But the change was good for me because he listened to what I was saying, explained everything, and thanks to him, my blood sugar level has dropped, and I feel great. I highly recommend the doctor.
FAQ
What are Dr Ehtasham Ahmad's reviews like?
Dr Ehtasham Ahmad's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 35 reviews.
What languages does Dr Ehtasham Ahmad speak?
Dr Ehtasham Ahmad speaks English
Where is Dr Ehtasham Ahmad located?
Dr Ehtasham Ahmad primarily practices at Spire Leicester Hospital, located at Gartree Road, Oadby, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE2 2FF
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