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Dr Israa Al-Shakarchi
2024-03-25
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25th March 2024
I have seen al-Shakarchi for 10 years now and find her outstanding in her treatment, she always listens and makes you feel comfortable no matter how busy she might be. I know that when I am having a flare up she will find a way to reduce the pain if possible.
It is a comfort to know that I will see her at each visit as continuity is a vital path to improving health .
Dr Israa Al-Shakarchi
2024-03-19
Person
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19th March 2024
Dr Al-Shakarchi is always thoroughly professional, efficient and knowledgeable, whilst being friendly and easy to communicate with. She really listens to me as a patient and offers practical advice as well as helping me with suitable medication. I'm extremely grateful for the excellent and timely care she has given me since my diagnosis with psoriatic arthritis. I couldn't recommend anyone more highly.
Dr Israa Al-Shakarchi
2024-03-19
Person
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5
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19th March 2024
I saw Dr Al-Shakarchi today. She was running late but apologised profusely and I really felt she meant it!
She was friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. She listened carefully to me and offered a second opinion on my medical condition, which is what I was seeking. She shared her thinking with me and I felt included in that thinking. I left feeling reassured that the treatment I will receive is the right one.
Many thanks to you Dr Al-Shakarchi for your friendly, inclusive consultation.
Dr Israa Al-Shakarchi
2024-03-19
Person
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19th March 2024
Dr Al-shakarchi has been my consultant for a good few years. She is clearly very knowledgeable in her field and a true professional but manages to balance this with the perfect amount of care and compassion, never forgetting I am a person and not just a disease. I expect I have been a tricky patient at times but her patience never wavers and she always listens to my thoughts and gives me time and space to make a decision about treatment. I would highly recommend her and her team to anyone needing rheumatology care.
Dr Israa Al-Shakarchi
2024-03-19
Person
5
5
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19th March 2024
Dr Al-ShakarchiMy experience with an NHS consultant was exemplary, setting a high standard for patient care. What stood out was her unparalleled attention to detail and genuine empathy. She took the time to listen attentively to my concerns, making me feel heard and understood in a way that's rare in busy medical settings. Her explanations of my condition and the treatment plan were thorough yet easy to understand, tailored specifically to my needs and understanding level.
Her approach went beyond mere clinical interactions; she showed a deep level of care and concern for my overall well-being, not just my symptoms. This holistic care approach made a significant difference in my treatment experience, alleviating much of my anxiety and building trust in the process.
In summary, this NHS consultant's dedication to her patients is evident in her exceptional listening skills, clear communication, and heartfelt empathy. Her professionalism and compassionate care are what make her stand out as a beacon of excellence within the NHS. I left my appointment feeling reassured, valued, and confident in my care plan, thanks to her outstanding support.
Specialises in
- Rheumatology
- Internal (General) Medicine
Profile
Dr. Israa Al-Shakarchi has been a Consultant Rheumatologist for over ten years. She graduated in Medicine from the University of Wales College of Medicine in 2004, having previously gained an Upper Second Class BSc (Hons) degree in Physiology from University College London. Dr Al-Shakarchi went on to be awarded a Masters in Rheumatology with distinction from Kings College London, winning the MSc prize for the best research project in 2010. She gained the Royal College of Physicians Specialty Certificate Examination in Rheumatology later the same year. Dr Al-Shakarchi completed her training in Rheumatology and General Internal Medicine in October 2013, and has been a Consultant Rheumatologist since 2013, commencing her current post at Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in August 2014.
Having trained in the South London Deanery, Dr Al-Shakarchi has worked in world-renowned centres of excellence, including King’s College Hospital, Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital and St George’s Hospital. She is an experienced clinician with extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of rheumatological conditions including inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue diseases, vasculitidies, inflammatory myopathies, osteoporosis and soft tissue rheumatological conditions. She has expertise in joint injections and has run the injection clinic at Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust for several years. Dr Al-Shakarchi has presented her work at national and international rheumatology conferences and has several publications in scientific peer-reviewed journals.
Dr Al-Shakarchi is passionate about championing a positive patient experience, delivering improved clinical outcomes, using excellent communication skills and joint decision making with her patients. She consistently receives excellent patient feedback, and brings a wealth of experience to provide her patients with correct diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
In addition, Dr Al-Shakarchi has a strong commitment to medical education. She has completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education (PGCME), and has received several teaching excellence awards. For the last seven years Dr Al-Shakarchi has been a senior member of the education faculty, as the Training Programme Director for the Internal Medicine Trainees, and the Royal College of Physicians College Tutor for Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. She became an elected Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians in June 2018.
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