Dr Richard SheavesEndocrinology and Diabetes in Central London
Professional statement
Dr Richard Sheaves is a leading consultant in endocrinology and diabetes based in central London, practicing privately at The London Clinic and King Edward VII's Hospital. He specialises in the management of disorders of the thyroid, pituitary and adrenal glands, and has expertise in the assessment and treatments of patients with calcium disorders, parathyroid diseases and neuroendocrine tumours.
Dr Sheaves' specialism of pituitary disease takes in the different types of the condition, including hyperprolactinemia, Cushing's syndrome and acromegaly. Similarly, he treats Addison's disease, pheochromocytoma and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) under his adrenal disorder speciality.
He regularly sees and advises patients, including many international patients, with a new diagnosis of diabetes and those with a longer-term history of the disorder. Alongside his colleague, Jeannette Woods, Diabetes Nurse Consultant, they provide extensive diabetes education, including introduction to insulin pump therapy, continuous glucose monitoring and the advanced use of Control IQ. Furthermore, Dr Sheaves offers specialised treatment in the assessment and treatment of diabetes complications, including diabetic retinopathy, nephropathy, neuropathy and cardiovascular disease.
Dr Sheaves received his medical degree from the University of Oxford, where he also received a DPhil doctorate degree followed by a post-doctoral research fellowship. His specialist training in Endocrinology and Diabetes was obtained at St Bartholomew's Hospital, London, after which he worked as a consultant physician in Singapore. He subsequently obtained a master in Public Health from the University of California, Berkeley.
Dr Sheaves' expert clinical research has featured in peer-reviewed publications and he is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London.
Dr Sheaves' specialism of pituitary disease takes in the different types of the condition, including hyperprolactinemia, Cushing's syndrome and acromegaly. Similarly, he treats Addison's disease, pheochromocytoma and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) under his adrenal disorder speciality.
He regularly sees and advises patients, including many international patients, with a new diagnosis of diabetes and those with a longer-term history of the disorder. Alongside his colleague, Jeannette Woods, Diabetes Nurse Consultant, they provide extensive diabetes education, including introduction to insulin pump therapy, continuous glucose monitoring and the advanced use of Control IQ. Furthermore, Dr Sheaves offers specialised treatment in the assessment and treatment of diabetes complications, including diabetic retinopathy, nephropathy, neuropathy and cardiovascular disease.
Dr Sheaves received his medical degree from the University of Oxford, where he also received a DPhil doctorate degree followed by a post-doctoral research fellowship. His specialist training in Endocrinology and Diabetes was obtained at St Bartholomew's Hospital, London, after which he worked as a consultant physician in Singapore. He subsequently obtained a master in Public Health from the University of California, Berkeley.
Dr Sheaves' expert clinical research has featured in peer-reviewed publications and he is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London.
Clinics
The London Clinic
Central London, 5 Devonshire Place, W1G 6HLMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 37 years of experience
- Consultant physician, The London Clinic (Present)
Subspecialties
- New diagnosis of diabetes
- Diabetes education
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Physicians
- Royal Society of Medicine
Education
- BFA Fine Art (Photography) Academy of Art University, San Francisco, 2020
- MPH Public Health University of California, Berkley, 2016
Teaching posts
- Clinical Tutor, National University of Singapore, 1994-1996
- Lecturer in Endocrinology, St Bartholomew’s Hospital, University of London, 1993-1994
Publications and conferences
- Numerous publications relating to various endocrine disorders in a number of scientific journals
- Editor of Clinical Endocrine Oncology
Languages spoken
- English
- French
Registration number: 3284999
Reviews
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- Dr Sheaves is undoubtedly a first-class doctor. He explains things in a clear, concise way- giving you as the patient better knowledge of your condition. I trust him… it’s as simple as that! His team, namely Jeanette are a huge asset too. I am grateful to have him as my doctor.
- Dr Sheaves effectively covered essential matters and provided valuable advice.
- Excellent all round
- I have always found Dr Sheaves to be not just caring and professional but also highly sympathetic and empathetic. This approach extends to his team who are extraordinarily kind. I have 100% confidence in Dr Sheaves and would not hesitate to recommend him.
- I would highly recommend Dr. Sheaves, who is extremely professional, courteous, helpful, knowledgeable and informative.
- Dr. Sheaves' prescribed medications have improved my life
- Dr. Sheaves has been amazing. I've been his patient for a few years now. He is kind, friendly and easy to talk to about any concerns you have! Also his secretary is very professional and responds quickly, which I appreciate very much.
- I have very much appreciated the care, consideration, supervision and treatment of my illness given by Dr Sheaves and also by his very helpful nurse, Jeannette. Dr Sheaves ensures that I feel neither nervous nor apprehensive in my consultations with him.
- Dr Sheaves and his nurse Jeanette have been looking after me for more than 15 years and have consistently helped keep my diabetes in check (which has not always been easy!). They always know what to do with a problem and I recommend them unreservedly.
- Dr Sheaves is an excellent subject matter expert who is able to share his knowledge with patients in a straight-forward, understandable and actionable way. He and his team have been incredibly helpful in enabling me to manage my condition.