Director ofResearch & 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 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 50 clinical trials utilising biological therapies for autoimmune conditions. My other main interests include early inflammatory arthritis including ultrasound use and metabolic bone health. Over the past five years, I have authored over 90 abstracts, presented at international conferences and published more than 25 papers in peer reviewed journals.

You can read more about my career here

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 introduced himself, and confirmed that he had received a referral e-mail from My GP Dr. Patil, outlining my health issues. I explained my symptom's that I had a few weeks prior, he listen, asked various questions. He then went on to explain about the different types of Lupus etc. He arranged for me to have blood tests the next day. To help my immune system, he administered an injection, which targets specific immune cells. He spoke slowly & clearly and allowed me to ask questions, he did not rush the appointment. Once he has received my blood results, he will arrange for me to see him again, to discuss further treatment, if required. I was comfortable with Dr. Nisar.

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Feb. 22, 2021, 10:29 p.m.
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Feb. 20, 2021, 1 p.m.
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Dr Nisar was very good, he listening to the 'whole person' picture.

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Feb. 20, 2021, 11:05 a.m.
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Very positive experience. I would definitely recommend Dr Nisar to my friends

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Feb. 20, 2021, 8:07 a.m.
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Actively listened to medical history, understanding of circumstances offered diagnosis, advice and website for own further research

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Feb. 14, 2021, 4:37 p.m.
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I recently had a consultation with Dr Nisar and I definitely would recommend him! He listened and was very respectful. Not once did I feel rushed or uncomfortable. Thank you very much!

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Feb. 13, 2021, 12:47 p.m.
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I was completely satisfied with my consultation with Dr Nisar. Having worked for Dr Alec Forbes a Physician at Freedom Fields Hospital Plymouth many years ago I have retained some knowledge of the procedure of consultation. I am confident of the treatment he has arranged for me and await the results.

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Feb. 13, 2021, 8 a.m.
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Dr. Nisar is one of the easiest consultants I have come across. He was very thorough in examination and explained the treatment process in great detail. What a pleasure it was to meet him

Mujahid Hussain (mu****@****.com)

Jan. 8, 2021, 1:13 p.m.
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Dr Nisar was the 5th consultant we have had consultations with.. referred by Dr Humayun from ‘The Saxon clinic’ for a second opinion... After 6 months of many scans/medications etc we have eventually found the consultant who diagnosed my illness on our first meeting he has been so reassuring and explained everything in detail and is slowly changing my medication and hopefully I will soon get my life back on track

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Jan. 3, 2021, 12:39 p.m.
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