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The relationship between obstructive sleep apnoea and obesity
Between 10-20% of all obese people suffer from obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) and since 30...
Professional statement
Dr Muhammed Raashed is an experienced consultant respiratory physician who is recognised for his level of expertise, commitment and dedication to the high-quality of patients care for respiratory conditions. His list of specialities includes persistent cough, asthma, unexplained breathlessness, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), obstructive sleep apnoea, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy and lung disease.
His professional history as a respiratory physician has spanned over two decades. After having fully completed his medical studies and practical training in 1999, Dr Raashed began his career as a consultant.
Dr Raashed is based in Yorkshire. He treats his private patients from Spire Leeds Hospital, The Yorkshire Clinic and The Airedale General Hospital, where he is also a member of the NHS trust.
He has a keen interest in improving the accessibility of medical assistance to as many patients as possible. One of his many achievements is the launch of a diagnosis and treatment service for obstructive sleep apnoea by a telephonic or videoconsultation followed by home sleep study that allows patients to have access from anywhere.
Clinics
- The Yorkshire Clinic
- Airedale General Hospital
- Spire Leeds Hospital
Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 40 years of experience
- Consultant Respiratory Physician, Spire Leeds Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Persistent cough
- Asthma
Professional memberships
- British Medical Association
- British Thoracic Society
Education
- Respiratory Medicine Training, Stoke-on-Trent
- Respiratory Medicine Training, Swansea
Teaching posts
- Senior Honorary Lecturer in Medicine at Leeds University
Languages spoken
- English
- Urdu
Registration number: 4174457
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- My experience with Dr Raashed was fantastic. It was very quick and easy to arrange the appointment, everything was dealt with promptly in a friendly and professional manner.
- A very positive first meeting, I feel reassured by Doctor Raashed.
- First time meeting Dr Raasheed. Went through everything thoroughly. Consultation wasn’t rushed and ensured I was comfortable with the treatment plan offered.
- Really pleased I went to see Dr Raashed. He was very professional, kind, caring & thoroughly listened - couldn't fault him at all. Really took his time to understand my issues/concerns. Would highly recommend!
- I have absolute confidence in Dr Raashed. He absolutely deserves the highest rating possible in all areas. Dr Raashed actively listened to me with timely appropriate action that has proven to be fundamentally life-saving. Thank you so much from myself, my family and my friends.
- A very friendly but no nonsense professional, I would highly recommend
- Dr Raashed was extremely pleasant and friendly. He took time to clearly explain everything and particularly his reasons for prescribing the drugs he did. Everything came across meaning fully and clear. All staff very pleasant friendly and helpful. Wait at pharmacy was perhaps longer than expected
- Quick and efficient service which was used to diagnose my my condition and the associated next steps
- Highly professional