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Dr. Sundeept Bhalara

Dr. Sundeept Bhalara

Rheumatologist

Harpenden, AL5 4BP

Verified profile
32 years of experience
Verified profile
32 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.90

35 patient reviews

1 professional endorsement

4.94
Overall Experience
4.86
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.91
Explanation

62 recommendations for:

Arthritis(12)
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)(9)
Autoimmune Diseases(8)
Other(33)

Recent patient review

29 Nov 2023

A very thorough set of diagnostics arranged. Thinking outside the box and reviewed me as...

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About

Sundeept Bhalara Patel is a Consultant Rheumatologist who specialises in rheumatological disease, particularly inflammatory arthritis and soft tissue disease and osteoporosis. He also has considerable experience offering back pain investigations (discography) and bone density scans for osteoporosis.

Sundeept Bhalara Patel qualified in medicine at University College, London in 1991. After broad general medical training in London teaching hospitals including St Bartholemew's, he obtained higher specialist rheumatology training at Charing Cross and the Hammersmith Hospitals, and the Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology, London. He gained specialist recognition in rheumatology and general medicine in 2002 and has been working as Consultant Rheumatologist in West Hertfordshire (Watford, Hemel Hempstead and St Alban's hospitals) and Charing Cross Hospital since then. He has also gained considerable experience in most aspects of general rheumatology but has a particular interest in arthritis and multisystem disease. He was elected as a Fellow of the Royal College of Physician's in May 2007.

Dr Patel was awarded a Master's degree (with Distinction) in Immunology by the University of London in 1995. He retains an academic interest in the Immunology of Rheumatic diseases and has undertaken considerable research in this area. He was awarded an MD degree following research and publication of a Doctoral thesis on the assessment and management of Early Arthritis and has run a tertiary centre highly specialised Early Arthritis service using state of the art diagnostic and treatment modalities. He is currently Clinical Lead of Rheumatology services and Clinical Director of Medicine at West Hertfordshire NHS Trust .

He practices privately at Spire Bushey and Harpenden Hospitals and the Bishopswood Hospital, Northwood.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Arthritis (19%)
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) (15%)
  • Autoimmune Diseases (13%)
  • Inflammatory Arthritis (10%)
  • Joint Pain (8%)
  • Others (35%)

Subspecialties
  • Connective Tissue Disorders
  • Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Imaging
  • Sports & Exercise Medicine

All conditions and treatments
  • Arthritis
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
  • Autoimmune Diseases
  • Inflammatory Arthritis
  • Joint Pain
  • Back Pain
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Bursitis
  • Gout
  • Tendinopathy (Tendonitis)
  • Rheumatology
  • Joint Injection
  • Electrodiagnostic Tests
  • Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
  • Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
  • Soft Tissue Injection
  • Ultrasound

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3556944


Qualifications

MBBS, MSC, MD, MRCP

British Society of Rheumatology

Royal College of Physicians


languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £270
  • Follow-up appointment: £170

Location

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Spire Harpenden Hospital

4.87
(574)
Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
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Thursday
14:45 - 19:00
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4.86
(461)
Heathbourne Road, Bushey, United Kingdom, WD23 1RD
Heathbourne Road, Bushey, United Kingdom, WD23 1RD
Monday
14:00 - 17:30
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Friday
09:00 - 13:00
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4.79
(336)
Rickmansworth Road, Northwood, London, United Kingdom, HA6 2JW
Rickmansworth Road, Northwood, London, United Kingdom, HA6 2JW
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Tuesday
08:30 - 10:45
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Reviews

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Arthritis (12)
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) (9)
Autoimmune Diseases (8)
Inflammatory Arthritis (5)
Joint Pain (5)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

35 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

A very thorough set of diagnostics arranged. Thinking outside the box and reviewed me as a whole not just a part. Inspires confidence. Highly recommend.

29 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Arthritis
Joint Pain
Tennis Elbow

4.25

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
3.00
Explanation

I attended as an Out Patient. I found Dr.Bhalara very thorough throughout my appointment. I have had tests which will hopefully give more information on my condition

23 Oct 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Inflammatory Arthritis
Arthritis

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr. Bhalara listened patiently to my questions, answered them precisely and in detail as I wished. He took the necessary action, explained the results in my second consultation and I left him calmer with my resulting understanding of my condition, I have asked my GP to ensure he is the rheumatologist to whom she refers me in future if necessary...

05 Oct 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Autoimmune Diseases
Arthritis

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I was referred to Dr Bhalara by my cardiologist at Harefield. Dr Bhalara is thorough in his questioning to ensure full understanding, he is thorough with investigative testing and clear in his recommenations and explanation on future treatment.

30 Jun 2023verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very welcoming, personable and professional. Provided a very thorough examination and explained potentially what my issue could be. Requested a blood test, x-ray and an ultra sound.

08 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I have being seeing Dr Bhalara for 12 years and I have only gratitude for how he has supported me with my RA from a young age. He is always very understanding, prepared to give me extra time giving me a lot of confidence with his wealth of knowledge. A very heart felt thank you. His secretary, Kim, always so kind and accommodating, and manages to get me in to see him in an emergency too

04 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Arthritis
Joint Injection

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Great rheumatologist, very personable

27 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Bhalara confirmed I had Rheumatoid Arthritis and explained what this meant. He prescribed the appropriate medication and explained fully when to take along with the varying strengths. I felt very comfortable with him had every confidence he would control my RA, which so far he has done. As I am a fee paying patient he quickly contacted my GP and requested my blood tests be carried out under the NHS. Now that I appear to be stable he has requested all my medication be under the NHS. As my NHS assessment clinic will not be until September'23 Dr Bhalara will be keeping an eye on me until then. Finally, I have to mention Dr Bhalara's secretary who has been superb and clearly works very closely with him. I have no hesitation in recommending Dr Bhalara.

06 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I have been treated by Dr Bhalara for many years and he has always been extremely helpful, kind and knowledgeable.

04 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Extremely competent and knowledgeable. He swiftly diagnosed my condition, and put me on corrective medication. I am now free from pain and symptoms. I cannot recommend Dr Bhalara highly enough.

03 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Inflammatory Arthritis
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Inflammatory Arthritis (1)
Rheumatology (1)

1 endorsement

Dr Bhalara is a colleague in Rheumatology. I am very happy to recommend his services to my patients should I be unavailable to see them

07 May 2020
Endorsed for
Rheumatology
Inflammatory Arthritis
Rheumatology

Dr Daniel Fishman

Rheumatology
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Dr. Sundeept Bhalara's reviews like?

Dr. Sundeept Bhalara's overall patient rating is 4.9 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 35 reviews

What languages does Dr. Sundeept Bhalara speak?

Dr. Sundeept Bhalara speaks English

Where is Dr. Sundeept Bhalara located?

Dr. Sundeept Bhalara primarily practices at Spire Harpenden Hospital, located at Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
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What are Dr. Sundeept Bhalara working hours?

Dr. Sundeept Bhalara is working Monday (14:00 - 17:30), Tuesday (08:30 - 10:45), Thursday (14:45 - 19:00), Friday (09:00 - 13:00)

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