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Dr Anand Velusamy
MBBS MRCP (UK) MRCP (Endocrinology and Diabetes)
GMC: 6050815Professional statement
Dr Anand Velusamy is a highly regarded eminent consultant endocrinologist based in London. His NHS work is at the world renowned Guys and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and his private practice is based at HCA UK, The Shard, London Bridge hospital.
His specialist areas of interest include: Thyroid disorders (overactive and underactive thyroid, goitre, thyroid nodules and thyroid cancer), adrenal, pituitary, bone health and calcium disorders, male and female reproductive pathologies (hypogonadism, erectile dysfunction, amenorrhoea, PCOS), Neuroendocrine tumours, hypertension, type 2 diabetes and complications, metabolic syndrome and weight management and other miscellaneous endocrine conditions.
He is very passionate about clinical research and regularly shares his clinical findings at national and international conferences.
In addition, he is a part of the southeast London thyroid cancer network and has several publications of his clinical and research work in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Clinics
The Shard, 32 St Thomas St, London, United Kingdom, SE1 South Bank London, SE1 9BSMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 24 years of experience
- Consultant in Diabetes and Endocrinology, HCA The Shard, London Bridge Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Adrenal Disease
Professional memberships
- General Medical Council
- Royal College of Physicians UK
Education
- Completion of specialist training in Endocrinology and Diabetes / General and Internal medicine (CCT) 2015
- Specialty Certificate Examination (SCE), Endocrinology (2013)
Teaching posts
- Clinical supervisor in endocrinology at Guys and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust for intercalated BSc students, Kings College since 2018
- Regular lectures and bedside teaching for undergraduate and postgraduate students, trainees and nurse specialists.
Publications and conferences
- Genetic testing for hereditary hyperparathyroidism and Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcaemia in a large UK cohort, Clinical endocrinology (May 2020)
- Imaging Features of Succinate Dehydrogenase–deficient Pheochromocytoma, Paraganglioma Syndromes Radiographics (September 2019)
Prizes and awards
- “Effective use of U500 insulin pump in severely insulin resistant patients” - Oral presentation at the annual American Diabetes conference (ADA) 2014
- What Is the Best Way of Assessing Neurocognitive Dysfunction in Patients With Primary Hyperparathyroidism? Paul Grant and Anand Velusamy. (2014)
Languages spoken
- English
- Tamil
Registration number: 6050815
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- We had such a good experience with Dr. Anand Velusamy. He was incredibly patient and really listened to all our concerns without rushing us. He took his time to explain everything clearly and helped us understand the next steps, which gave us a lot of confidence.
- Dr Velusamy was very informative. I felt he treated me holistically regarding my health and reassured me regarding my pre diabetes. I found him easy to talk to.
- I was very pleased with this visit and the dr Anand Velusamy was very polite as well.
- Friendly, and very informative
- Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to doctor
- Finding a doctor who truly listens and has expertise can be a challenge. I'm so grateful I found Dr. Anand Velusamy. My mom's thyroid condition improved significantly following his treatment in a short time. He is a true asset to the medical field!
- Really lovely and calm energy. Took the time to discuss my issue with my thyroid, the next steps and possible outcomes.
- I felt really at ease during my consultation. Dr Velusamy is very welcoming, he has a holistic approach and made sure all appropriate tests were conducted to offer a proper diagnosis.
- Dr Velusamy has the best bedside manner I have experienced. He listens carefully, is very patient with any questions from his clients, is always reassuring in his explanations and advice, and goes above and beyond to provide great patient support.
- My consultation with Dr was very satisfactory. I look forward to our follow-up.