Dr Alan Hakim

Written by a patient at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital

It is difficult to put into words quite how glad I am that I booked a consultation with Dr Hakim. I've suffered from widespread pain and a multitude of other problems from a young age but nobody seemed to have any answers. I've seen countless NHS consultants who couldn't really seem to get to the bottom of what was going on and certainly didn't manage to 'join the dots' between the symptoms, even though it had been confirmed that I had generalised hypermobility and POTs. Without going into too much detail, I was disappointed by the standard of care I'd received and decided to book a private consultation with Dr Hakim - a decision I definitely don't regret. Dr Hakim was kind, compassionate, knowledgeable and he actually listened to my concerns. He conducted a full medical history and musculoskeletal examination before confirming a diagnosis of hEDS and explaining how hEDS relates to the other problems I'd been having e.g. POTS, bladder issues, etc. Honestly, nobody wants to have a painful, life-limiting condition but to finally know what's been wrong for all this time is validating and a huge relief. Dr Hakim assured me that, despite being an 'incurable' condition, my pain would likely improve with long-term physiotherapy. After the consultation, he wrote a detailed letter to my GP (I received a copy) making recommendations for further investigations/treatments to be carried out within NHS practice. He also told me that he was happy for me to write to him with any questions and that he was happy to correspond with NHS health professionals involved in my care. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Dr Hakim; he is a wonderful, caring Rheumatologist and his knowledge of hypermobility spectrum disorders and related conditions is excellent.

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Written by a patient at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital

The doctor was so kind and took time to listen and actually spoke to me like a human on a level a far cry from nhs doctors. Not like a number on a list as I'm used to from gps.

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Written by a patient at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital

My experience with Dr Alan Hakim was the best meeting with a consultant I have ever had. I was very nervous leading up to my appointment but the moment he greeeted me, I was put at ease. Dr Hakim is compassionate, listens, is very thorough and explains in detail everything regarding your time with him, He is an expert in his field, gives you recommendations and so much support regarding the diagnosis. I would reccomend him to anyone who wants great care, support and answers. I cannot recommend this wonderful Doctor enough he is the best.

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Written by a patient at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital

Dr Alan Hakim diagnosed me with Hypermobility Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (hEDS). He is, without doubt, the kindest, most compassionate consultant I have ever met. His knowledge of this condition is unsurpassed and he works hard with charities in a medical advisory capacity in the uk and internationally. He has also written many publications about inherited tissue disorders such as my condition. When I initially got the diagnosis a few years ago everything finally made sense regarding my medical history from childhood to adulthood. I cannot recommend this consultant highly enough and I am so fortunate to have consulted with him. Thank you Dr Hakim.

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Written by a patient at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital

Many patients with hypermobility/ EDS issues will understand how frustrated they are with consultants due to lack of knowledge trust etc , then you meet Dr Hakim. A true man of his word, and what you actually call a doctor! No matter what appointment i have had with him 30 minutes or one hour, he will always do his best to make sure you leave with the best knowledge or help available. I have never left his appointments without the help i need or follow up be it 30 mins or 1 hour.. Dr Hakim, is a truly an outstanding credit to his profession. A great Dr who really listens, friendly and who you can trust, and truly cares for his patients needs! =) I cannot fault him at all =)

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