Dr Amit ShahBoard-certified consultant haemato and medical oncologist in Leicester
Dr Amit Shah
BSc(Hons) MBChB(Hons) FRCR
Professional statement
Dr Amit Shah is a distinguished, board-certified consultant in haemato and medical oncology based in Leicester. His areas of expertise include non-small cell lung cancer, breast cancer, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, myelofibrosis, acute myeloid leukaemia, sickle cell disease, and haemophilia. In addition, Dr Shah is also highly proficient in image-guided surgical procedures including endovascular repair, stenting, balloon dilation, and soft tissue and bone biopsies.
Currently, Dr Shah consults privately at NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board, at Leicester General Hospital, at Leicester Royal Infirmary, and at Spire Leicester Hospital. Notably, Dr Shah serves as the head of oncology for both the Leicester and Rutland Integrated Care System as well as Leicester General Hospital, a role he has held since 2012. Dr Shah is also the clinical quality and audit lead for the radiology department at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.
With over 17 years of clinical experience, Dr Shah originally qualified from the University of Leicester in 2007, achieving both an MBChB and an intercalated BSc degree. He completed his formal radiology training in 2015, before going on to accomplish two prestigious fellowships: a fellowship at Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre and a fellowship in radiation oncology at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital. Additionally, Dr Shah holds the esteemed FRCR from the Royal College of Radiologists.
Dr Shah is a respected figure in his field, having given lectures and presentations on a national and international level. His contributions to the field also include the publication of peer-reviewed articles, as well as the authorship of book chapters on soft tissue tumour imaging. Furthermore, Dr Shah is an active member of various professional organisations, including the European Society of Medical Oncologists, the British Society of Skeletal Radiologists, and the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
Currently, Dr Shah consults privately at NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board, at Leicester General Hospital, at Leicester Royal Infirmary, and at Spire Leicester Hospital. Notably, Dr Shah serves as the head of oncology for both the Leicester and Rutland Integrated Care System as well as Leicester General Hospital, a role he has held since 2012. Dr Shah is also the clinical quality and audit lead for the radiology department at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.
With over 17 years of clinical experience, Dr Shah originally qualified from the University of Leicester in 2007, achieving both an MBChB and an intercalated BSc degree. He completed his formal radiology training in 2015, before going on to accomplish two prestigious fellowships: a fellowship at Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre and a fellowship in radiation oncology at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital. Additionally, Dr Shah holds the esteemed FRCR from the Royal College of Radiologists.
Dr Shah is a respected figure in his field, having given lectures and presentations on a national and international level. His contributions to the field also include the publication of peer-reviewed articles, as well as the authorship of book chapters on soft tissue tumour imaging. Furthermore, Dr Shah is an active member of various professional organisations, including the European Society of Medical Oncologists, the British Society of Skeletal Radiologists, and the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
Clinics
NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board
Leicester, Room G30, Pen Lloyd Building, County Hall, Glenfield, LE3 8TBMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 23 years of experience
- Consultant Haemato and Medical Oncologist, NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board (2007 - present)
Professional memberships
- European Society of Medical Oncologists
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
Education
- FRCS, Royal College of Radiologists (2013)
- MBChB (Hons), University of Leicester (2007)
Positions in organisations
- Head of Oncology, Leicester General Hospital (2012 - present)
- Reviewer, European Radiology journal (present)
Publications and conferences
- Dr Shah's publications are available on ResearchGate
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
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- Such an excellent doctor! It was very scary having colorectal cancer, but Dr.Shah was the best, I am now on immunotherapy and am doing really well. Thank you
- I had stage 3 NSCLC, I was deeply concerned, Dr.Shah was knowledgeable, courteous, went through so many options, and recommended me the best options, excellent
- Went to Dr.Shah as a second opinion, and he found I had NSCLC stage 3. Surgery, chemo and osimertinib later I am in complete remission. Thank you so much!
- I was diagnosed with DLBCL (a Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma), I went to 2 other centres, and hated what they did, but Dr.Amit was completely different, a true pro!
- Really knows his stuff, and explains it for laymen, comes up with very practical management, that is not too scary. Thank you Dr. Amit!
- I was diagnosed with breast inflammation at another centre, Dr. Amit took over, correctly diagnosing me with BC, and put me on therapy that saved my life.
- I was diagnosed with high grade CML (Leukemia) at age 63, Dr.Shah was brilliant at going through the treatment path with me, I am now on SCEMBLIX and doing well
- An excellent doctor. He handled my prostate cancer with understanding, care, and a very proactive, easy to comprehend course of treatment, thank you Dr. Amit.