Dr Rafik Sedra
Professional statement
Dr Rafik Sedra is a highly accomplished and experienced consultant in pain medicine and anaesthesia who specialises in lower back pain, neck pain, pelvic pain, post-operative pain, fibromyalgia and joint pain (shoulder, hip and knee pain). He currently practises at the Spire Thames Valley Hospital.
Dr Sedra, who notably obtained an MSc in anaesthesia, also possesses expertise in sciatica, regional anaesthesia, shoulder pain, frozen shoulder, cancer pain, chronic pain, and radiofrequency intervention, but to mention a few. Dr Sedra successfully undertook intensive and specialist training in chronic pain and anaesthetics at Oxford School of Anaesthesia and his chronic pain training at Guy’s & St Thomas' Hospital in London.
He has, to-date, published a significant amount of peer-reviewed articles in established medical journals, and is actively involved in teaching trainees on a daily basis. He is working at Frimley NHS trust and is a consultant in chronic pain and anaesthesia. He works regularly at pain clinics and has received great interest in interventional pain procedures. He believes that chronic pain is better managed through a holistic approach, which means managing biological, psychological and social aspects of pain.
Clinics
The Princess Margaret Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
Windsor, Osborne Rd, Windsor SL4 3SJ,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 21 years of experience
- Consultant in Pain Medicine and Anaesthesia, Spire Thames Valley Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Frozen shoulder
- Regional anaesthesia
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Anaesthetists
- European Society of Anaesthesiology
Education
- MSc, Anaesthesia
- EDAIC, Anaesthetics, European Society of Anaesthesiology (2014)
Teaching posts
- Faculty Member, Asleep FRCA viva course, Guy’s & St Thomas' Hospital (2021)
- Faculty Member, Essential Pain Management Programme, Milton Keynes Hospital (2019)
Publications and conferences
- Epiduroplasty as one day procedure using normal saline, Retrospective study – published at Journal of anaesthesia practice (JAP, Nov 2020)
- Audit for Chronic pain services during COVID 19 - published in PAIN NEWS- Nov 2021
Languages spoken
- English
- ِArabic
Reviews
- Would you recommend this doctor?
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- Treatment of the staff
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- Condition of facilities
- Great professional, kind and caring, Dr Sedra has helped me soo much! Cant thank you enough!
- Dr Sedra was very professional, kind and explained the process very clearly. His follow up was comprehensive and I rate him very highly.
- From the first time I met Mr Sedra, I knew this would be a better experience than my procedures in the past. I felt like I was listened to and felt important. The procedure went very well and it has given me new hope for life going forward. He explained everything to me.
- Dr Rafik Sedra is one of the best doctors I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting and being treated by: with a friendly demeanour and clear manner of explaining your treatment and recovery, I highly recommend both Dr Sedra and his methods.
- Dr sedra changed my life! He’s a magician! Highly recommend
- Very good initial consultation with Dr Sedra, he explained the anatomy and reason why my nerve pain has occurred, as well as the treatment options with a quick examination.
- Dr Sedra warm demeanour, attentiveness, and willingness to listen set them apart from any healthcare professional I’ve ever encountered. Not only did the take the time to thoroughly explain my treatment options, but they also made sure I felt seen and heard throughout every step.
- Excellent all around service
- Had cervical epidural steroid injections under sedation - asleep. I was extremely nervous, but his calm, reassuring manner and precise technique put me completely at ease. Swift, expertly done, and I felt safe throughout. Truly grateful to be treated by such a skilled specialist.