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Dr Basil AlmahdiPain medicine in North London
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Dr Basil Almahdi

Pain medicine in North London, Central London, South London and NW8 St John's Wood London

MB ChB FRCA FFPMRCA
GMC: 6060595

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Expert in:
Sciatica
Back pain
Interventional pain management
Neck pain
Neuropathic pain
Radiofrequency denervation
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Professional statement

Dr Basil Almahdi is a prestigious pain management specialist in London. He is an expert in treating conditions like sciatica, back pain, chronic pain, bone metastases, neck pain and neuropathic pain.


He has over 15 years of experience and has been a consultant in anaesthesia and pain medicine at both Whittington Health and The Wellington Hospital since 2012, as well as at Highgate Private Hospital and Bupa Cromwell Hospital since 2014 and 2019, respectively.


Dr Almahdi gained his medical degree in 1997, then went on to train in anaesthesia, pain medicine and intensive care at the Royal College of Anaesthesia. He completed a pain fellowship at University College Hospital and The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital.


Since 2012, he has been imparting his vast knowledge to students at University College London, through his role as an undergraduate tutor for anaesthesia.

Clinics

Nuffield Health Highgate Hospital
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    Nuffield Health Highgate Hospital

    North London, 17-19 View Road,

    Medical insurances accepted

    Bupa
    AXA
    AVIVA
    Cigna
    WPA
    Simply Health
    I'm paying for myself
    Allianz

Credentials

Professional experience

  • 22 years of experience
  • Consultant in Pain Medicine, Bupa Cromwell Hospital (2019 - present)
  • Consultant in Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine, Highgate Private Hospital (2014 - present)
  • Consultant in Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine, The Wellington Hospital (2012 - present)
  • Consultant in Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine, Whittington Health (2012 - present)
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Subspecialties

  • Spinal degenerative disease
  • Nerve root injection
  • Neuromodulation
  • Opioid management
  • Spinal cord stimulation
  • Acute pain
  • Nerve pain
  • Spinal pain
  • Abdominal pain
  • Acupuncture
  • Arm pain
  • Biofeedback
  • Botulinum toxin injections (non cosmetic)
  • Breast pain
  • Cancer pain
  • Caudal epidural
  • Chest pain
  • Chronic pain
  • Column fixation
  • Coronavirus
  • Diabetic neuropathy (diabetes pain)
  • Diathermocoagulation
  • Discectomy
  • Dynamic fixation
  • Epicondylitis (tennis elbow)
  • Epidural infiltration
  • Epidurolysis
  • Epiduroplasty
  • Facial pain
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Frozen shoulder
  • General anaesthesia
  • Growth factors
  • Headache
  • Hip pain
  • Infiltration ultrasound-guided and fluoroscopy
  • Infusion pump
  • Joint injections
  • Joint pain
  • Laminectomy
  • Lidocaine administration
  • Lower back pain
  • Lumbar discectomy
  • Lumbar fusion
  • Lumbar herniated disc
  • Lumbar nerve root block
  • Medial branch block
  • Medicolegal
  • Metatarsalgia
  • Migraine
  • Minimally invasive spinal surgery
  • Musculoskeletal pain
  • Myofascial pain
  • Neural therapy
  • Neuralgia
  • Neuromodulation
  • Opioid dependence
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Ozone therapy
  • Paediatric pain management
  • Pain pelvic floor and perineal
  • Pain treatment
  • Pathologies of pain
  • Pelvic pain
  • Peripheral arterial disease
  • Peripheral nerve block
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Psychology of pain
  • Radiofrequency treatment
  • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome
  • Rheumatism
  • Rhizotomy
  • Rigid fixation
  • Second medical opinion
  • Sedation and general anaesthesia
  • Spinal cord stimulator
  • Spinal disc replacement
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Sports traumatology
  • TAVI (transcatheter aortic valve implantation)
  • Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ)
  • Toe pain
  • Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
  • Trigeminal neuralgia
  • Ulnar nerve surgery
  • Vertebroplasty
  • Whiplash
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Professional memberships

  • Royal College of Anaesthetists

Education

  • FFPMRCA, Pain Fellow, Pain Medicine Residency Program, University College Hospital and Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (2010)
  • FRCA, Anaesthesia, Pain Medicine and Intensive Care, Royal College of Anaesthesia (2007)
  • ​MBChB, Medicine, Almustansiriyah Medical School, Baghdad (1997)
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Teaching posts

  • Undergraduate Tutor for Anaesthesia at Whittington Hospital, University College London (2012 - present)
  • Founded and presents a medical education satellite TV program to educate Arabic-speaking third world countries, it is broadcast on Al-Mawaddah TV Al-Qamar channel and can be viewed all over the world.
  •  Pre-admission nursing team teacher on ECG principles in peri-operative patients, Whittington Hospital (former)
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Languages spoken

  • English
  • ِArabic
Registration number: 6060595

Reviews

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4 reviews

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  • great and prompt treatment at my time of need!
    3 March 2024

    A.D.

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  • 10 May 2023

    A.M.

    Verified patient
  • Excellent - highly recommended. True professional
    3 May 2023

    N.A.

    Verified patient
  • My wife (who was preseent during the consult) and I, felt that Dr. Alamhdi showed he is an excllent doctor and very caring too, able to create an ideal therapeutic relationship. We left the appointment with dr. Almahdi relieved after many months of anguish.
    2 June 2022

    P.R.

    Verified patient
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Treatments

The doctor is expert in

Back pain

Interventional pain management

Neck pain

Neuropathic pain

Radiofrequency denervation

Sciatica

The doctor also specialises in:

Acupuncture

Biofeedback

Botulinum toxin injections (non cosmetic)

Chronic pain

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)

Diathermocoagulation

Epidural infiltration

Epiduroplasty

Facial pain

Fibromyalgia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr Basil Almahdi's specialty?

Dr Basil Almahdi is a consultant specialising in Pain medicine, with extensive experience in assessing and treating patients within this field.

Which conditions and treatments does Dr Basil Almahdi specialise in?

Dr Basil Almahdi is a pain management specialist who provides assessment and treatment for Neuropathic pain, Neck pain, Back pain, Sciatica, Radiofrequency denervation and Interventional pain management. During your consultation, you will be informed of the most suitable options following a personalised evaluation.

How many years of experience does Dr Basil Almahdi have?

Dr Basil Almahdi has 22 years of professional experience as a consultant pain management specialist, providing specialist assessment and treatment in this medical field.

What do patients say about Dr Basil Almahdi?

Patients give a rating of 5.0 out of 5 to Dr Basil Almahdi, a score considered excellent. This average is based on 4 verified patient reviews, reflecting the experience of those who have attended an appointment.

Are Dr Basil Almahdi's reviews verified?

Yes. All Dr Basil Almahdi's reviews come from verified patients who have attended either an in-person or an e-Consultation appointment. We use a system that ensures authenticity and prevents fake reviews. Some profiles may also display reviews from other platforms, which follow their own verification policies, with the source always clearly indicated.

Where does Dr Basil Almahdi practise?

Dr Basil Almahdi practices in the following locations:

  • North London at 17-19 View Road
  • Central London at 30 Devonshire St, London W1G 6PU
  • South London at 164-178 Cromwell Rd, London, United Kingdom
  • NW8 St John's Wood London at 60 Grove End Rd, London, United Kingdom

In-person consultations are available at these locations as a Pain medicine.

How can I book an appointment with Dr Basil Almahdi?

You can book an appointment with Dr Basil Almahdi directly from this page by selecting the time that suits you best. Alternatively, you can call the phone number shown if you prefer personalised assistance.

Does Dr Basil Almahdi see NHS patients?

Many specialists featured on Top Doctors also hold NHS positions. However, appointments arranged for Dr Basil Almahdi through this platform are private, either self-pay or covered by private medical insurance.

Does Dr Basil Almahdi offer private appointments?

Yes, Dr Basil Almahdi offers private appointments for patients seeking flexible and direct access to a consultant pain management specialist.

Does Dr Basil Almahdi offer online consultations?

At the moment, Dr Basil Almahdi does not offer online consultations. You can book an in-person appointment from this page or call +44 02081642347. When calling, please mention that you are a Top Doctors patient.

Does Dr Basil Almahdi accept insurance?

Dr Basil Almahdi works with the following private medical insurance providers: Bupa, AXA, AVIVA, Cigna, WPA, Simply Health, Allianz, CS Healthcare, Vitality, The Exeter Friendly, Pru Health, Groupama, April, Freedom, National Assurance, General Medical, Saga, Healix, Legal & General Insurance and Health-online. If your insurer is not listed, you may contact the practice directly to confirm your coverage.

What is Dr Basil Almahdi's availability?

Dr Basil Almahdi's availability depends on the appointment slots open at any given time. On this page, you can check current availability, and if no slots are shown, you can request an appointment or contact the practice directly.

What payment methods does Dr Basil Almahdi offer?

You can pay for your consultation with Dr Basil Almahdi using the following methods: Self-paying.

What languages does Dr Basil Almahdi speak?

Dr Basil Almahdi is a pain management specialist who offers consultations in English and ِArabic.

How is Dr Basil Almahdi selected to appear on this platform?

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