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Dr Israa Al-Shakarchi
2015-03-12
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12th March 2015
DR Al Shakarchi was very helpful and thorough about explaining symptoms and possible cures available which made us feel peaceful . She was very kind too.
I recommend Dr Shakarchi to every out patients.
Dr Israa Al-Shakarchi
2015-03-10
Person
5
5
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10th March 2015
Cortisone injections into both elbows is not the most pleasant experience at the best of times, but Dr Al-Shakara explained everything that was going to happen and what I could expect to feel with sympathy and good humour. She was most reassuring and empathetic during the procedure and didn't at any stage make me feel as though I was making a fuss. Just what you want from a doctor in what is a very high stress situation for the patient. As is almost always the case, it wasn't nearly as bad as I thought it would be and I won't hesitate to go back to Dr Al-Shkarchi should I need a repeat procedure in the future. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Dr Israa Al-Shakarchi
2015-02-27
Person
5
5
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27th February 2015
She listened to me when I explained my symptoms and explained the reasons for my pains. She checked my blood tests and gave me advice on how to cope with my pains. She has very good inter personal skills.
Dr Israa Al-Shakarchi
2015-02-26
Person
5
5
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26th February 2015
She was very friendly and welcoming, put you at ease emideatly with a great bedside manor.
Dr Israa Al-Shakarchi
2015-02-21
Person
5
5
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21st February 2015
I have seen this doctor twice. She has been most helpful, listens carefully and discusses treatment options. She is very friendly and takes great care.
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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