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Dr Salim Shafeek
MD FRCP FRCP(Ed) DipRCPath (Haem) FRCPath (Haem)
GMC: 4464727Professional statement
Dr Salim Shafeek is an expert haematologist and haemato-oncologist in the West Midlands region in Birmingham, Worcester and Droitwich, who holds a special interest in lymphoma and myeloma. He treats general haematology, including haemato-oncology, thrombosis-haemostasis, red cell disorders and acute and chronic leukaemia.
Dr Shafeek trained in haemato-oncology in the West Midlands regional rotation at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham Heartlands Hospital, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, Birmingham City Hospital and the University Hospital Coventry and Warwick from 1995 until 2001. He is currently the Clinical Director for the Worcestershire Acute NHS Trust and is actively involved in the restructuring of the cancer network in the county.
Dr Shafeek teaches both undergraduates and postgraduates through the University of Birmingham and was an examiner for the MRCP (UK) Royal College of Physicians London, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Currently examiner for FRCPath (Haematology). He has close links with the Cure Leukaemia charity and is involved in fundraising activities and fundraising for the breast cancer unit in Worcester.
Clinics
Birmingham, Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham B15, UK, B15 2TQMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 32 years of experience
- Former clinical director of Haemato-Oncology, Worcestershire Acute NHS Trust (Teaching)
Subspecialties
- Leukaemia
- Lymphoma
Professional memberships
- Member of British and American Society of Haematology
- Fellow of Royal College of Physicians, London & Edinburgh
Education
- FRCPath (Haematology) Royal College of Pathology, London (2002)
- FRCP (Edinburgh) Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh (1999)
Teaching posts
- Senior Lecturer in Clinical Haematology, University of Birmingham (present)
- Medical Advisory Panel for treatment in CLL (2009)
Positions in organisations
- Principal Investigator for National Clinical Trials (NCRI-UK)
Publications and conferences
- Has published many articles in peer-reviewed journals.
- Reviewer for Cancer Peer Review.
Prizes and awards
- Winner, G.K.Warrier Memorial Gold Medal, First rank in Postgraduate Medicine, University of Calicut (1992)
- Best Outgoing Postgraduate Student in Medicine, University of Calicut (1992)
Languages spoken
- English
- Malayalam
Registration number: 4464727
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The types of leukaemia, survival rate and outlook
There are different types of leukaemia, with which the symptoms of each can vary, dependin...
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An introduction to Dr Salim Shafeek
In this fascinating and revealing introductory video, we find out what inspired revered co...
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Leukaemia: signs, symptoms & outlook
There are different types of leukaemia, with which the symptoms of each can vary. This dep...
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What is multiple myeloma?
Multiple myeloma is a rare cancer that affects bone marrow. Haematologist Dr Salim Shafeek...
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What are the signs of lymphoma?
Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic tissue. Lymphatic tissue is quite extensive in the h...
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The newest forms of treatment for leukaemia
Dr Salim Shafeek discusses the latest types of treatment for leukaemia. Book an appointm...
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27 total reviews
5.0
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- Dr Shafeek was excellent. Very professional, an amazing listener and extremely reassuring. Found him to be really positive and encouraging too.
- Dr Salim was very understanding and thorough. Thank you for all your help.
- First class attention and treatment.N issues or complaints
- First class service. Dr Shafeek and his nurse were wonderful. Kind and empathetic put my Mums mind at rest and helped her understand what was needed. Superb hospital, immaculate, no wait at all. Highly recommend.
- Consultant was excellent, although my health needs are complex, he knew exactly what was wrong and came up with a plan. Huge relief. Thank you so much.
- Explained everything & was very reassuring, which takes a lot of worry away. Great Doctor would recommend to anyone.