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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A very helpful and thorough consideration of the problems I have with my hands in particular fingers

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Dec. 16, 2024, 4:07 p.m.
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Very attentive, listened to my medical history and current symptoms and quickly came up with a follow up diagnostic and care plan.

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Dec. 15, 2024, 6:27 p.m.
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Dec. 15, 2024, 5:37 p.m.
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"I recently visited Dr. Nisar and was truly impressed by their professionalism, expertise, and genuine care for their patients. Dr Nisar took the time to listen to my concerns, thoroughly explained my condition. They were incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and attentive to every detail, ensuring all my questions were answered. What stood out most was their compassionate approach. It’s rare to find a doctor who treats you not just as a patient, but as a person. I left feeling reassured and confident in the care I received. I highly recommend Dr to anyone seeking exceptional medical care. They are truly an outstanding professional in their field!"

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Dec. 15, 2024, 3:40 p.m.
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Amazing so friendly kind and caring

Aishlinn Otoole (ai****@****.com)

Dec. 15, 2024, 2:50 p.m.
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Dr. Nisar carried out a thorough examination of my psoriasis symptoms and as a result sent a report to my GP suggesting that I should have an appointment with a dermatologist as soon as possible as a matter of urgency. I am now on the list of patients awaiting such an appointment at Lincoln County Hospital.

Nicholas Hugh Laurie (nl****@****.com)

Dec. 9, 2024, 6:22 p.m.
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Dr Nisar is very helpful and easy to talk to. He inspires confidence and I am very pleased I went to see him, his recommendations have made a big difference to my treatment.

John (jo****@****.com)

Dec. 8, 2024, 7:26 p.m.
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A good experience and very efficient

Kathleen Joyce Prest (ka****@****.com)

Dec. 8, 2024, 6:07 p.m.
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Finally someone who listened to what I was saying, took time to go over options and a way forward. Can highly recommend him - thank you

Mrs Lynne Seymour (ly****@****.com)

Dec. 8, 2024, 4:30 p.m.
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Dr Nisar was very thorough at my consultation, went through my medical history, took the time to listen to me, gave a detailed explanation of his thoughts and a clear plan of how to move forwards.

Nikita Harding (ni****@****.com)

Dec. 8, 2024, 4:26 p.m.
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