Director of Research & Development

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Lead forNational Award winning service

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Welcome

I am a Consultant Rheumatologist & Physician at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust having completed my Rheumatology & Internal Medicine speciality training in the East of England in 2013.

I undertook my junior doctor training in Swansea. Having obtained membership of Royal College of Physicians London (MRCP) in March 2007, I commenced higher specialist training in Rheumatology & General Medicine before joining Addenbrooke’s Hospital Cambridge to pursue clinical research in 2010. Same year, I achieved MRCP in Rheumatology too. I finished research in 2012 and joined Luton & Dunstable University Hospital as a final year registrar until was appointed in the current role. I was awarded Fellowship of Royal College of Physicians London in 2018 and appointed as Director of Research & Development in 2019. I was also elected to the prestigious Registers committee of national British Society of Rheumatology in 2019.

I am the lead clinician for award winning early arthritis service, research on biologic therapies and inflammatory arthritis associated lung diseases MDT service. I have been involved in more than 80 clinical trials utilising biological therapies for autoimmune conditions. My other main interests include early inflammatory arthritis including ultrasound use and metabolic bone health. I have authored over 120 abstracts, presented at international conferences and published more than 30 papers in peer reviewed journals.

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MY AREA OF EXPERTISE

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ARTHRITIS

If you have painful joints, stiffness and/or joint swelling then you could have any one of 207 types of arthritis. I lead a national award winning early arthritis service

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SPONDYLO-
ARTHROPATHY

If you have any of the predisposing conditions such as psoriasis, uveitis/iritis, inflammatory bowel disease and you develop joint pain, it could be spondyloarthropathy. I lead on research in such conditions

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OSTEOPOROSIS

If you are over 50 or younger with high risk factors such as chronic disease, steroid use or hormonal disorder, you will need bone health screening. I lead innovative metabolic bone health service

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CHRONIC PAIN

If you have longstanding back or muscle pain and there is diagnostic uncertainty, I can help you reach a diagnosis and formulate a management plan

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COMPLEX DISEASES

If you have multisystem complaints e.g. rashes, ulcers, breathing problems with joint/muscle pain, it could be connective tissue disease. I lead a multi-disciplinary service and can help you

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Dr Nisar was brilliant and very knowledgeable in his work. He gave great advice and was very helpful and offered treatment quickly, I would highly recommend.

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June 2, 2025, 8:11 p.m.
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Dr Nisar was thoughtful and considerate throughout the consultation I had with him. I was a somewhat surprised that his letter mentioned that examination was largely unremarkable when I was not examined at any point. I wonder if this was perhaps an administrative error?

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June 2, 2025, 6:39 a.m.
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I was referred to Dr Nisar by another doctor, Dr Nisar saw me the same day. I found him to be pleasant, he listened to what I had to say and recommended a way forward which totally transformed my well being. I would not hesitate to recommend him.

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May 27, 2025, 3:04 p.m.
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I have been experiencing pain in my jaw and other parts of my body for quite a while. It is important to me to find the cause so that I can understand how it can be managed best with lifestyle changes and with medication if deemed necessary. I felt Dr Nisar listened to me. He arranged for me to have blood tests and an MRI scan. It reassured me that he is doing all he can to investigate and find the cause of the pain in my bones and muscles.

Carole Cassidy (ca****@****.co)

May 27, 2025, 10:03 a.m.
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Dr Nisar was very clear, listened and advised, he was happy to answer all my queries.

Mrs Sally Gibbins (sa****@****.com)

May 27, 2025, 9:54 a.m.
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Dr Nisar was very professional, polite with good manners. He listened to me very carefully and took notes. The consultant, straight away, diagnosed me with another health issues. I strongly recommend Dr Nisar if you want a knowledgeable and experienced consultant.

Malgorzata Lukasik (m-****@****.co)

May 25, 2025, 4 p.m.
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Dr Nisar listened to what I had to say as this has been an ongoing problem for many years. He has arranged for me to have tests and blood tests. The only problem I did have was lack of communication for my blood tests. My doctors didn't receive the letter so it was a panic to get the blood test form in time for my blood test appointment. I had to take a copy of the letter to my doctors which I wasn't to happy about considering I paid for a private consultation. We will see how long things take from here.

Hayley Nichols (st****@****.com)

May 25, 2025, 2:54 p.m.
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Caring doctor who listens and tries to understand all issues you have.

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March 18, 2025, 11:01 a.m.
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Heather Copland (pe****@****.com)

March 17, 2025, 12:56 p.m.
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Very professional, approachable and understanding. Felt at ease and never judged.

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March 16, 2025, 7:53 p.m.
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