Dr Sobia Arshad
Professional statement
Dr Sobia Arshad is a consultant endocrinologist based in south London, who specialises in thyroid disorders, prenatal endocrinology and gestational diabetes alongside weight management, endocrine causes of infertility and metabolic syndrome. She privately practises at The Sloane Hospital while her NHS base is King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Dr Arshad is a highly-qualified expert committed to hard work and dedication in order to achieve excellence in quality of care, alongside research, education and training. She treats patients, both those who require overnight stays and in outpatient clinical settings, for various other endocrinology conditions including Addison's disease, hyperaldosteronism (Conn's syndrome) and phaeochromocytoma as well as hypothyroidism.
Dr Arshad was awarded an MBBS from the University of Punjab. She also has two MRCP qualifications from the Royal College of Physicians, one in medicine and the other in endocrinology. She went on to complete her further specialist training in Kent and Sussex.
Dr Arshad's clinical research has been published in various peer-reviewed journals, while she has also shared her leading knowledge at various local and national seminars, conferences and patient support group meetings. She is the chair of the Thyroid Multidisciplinary Team Meeting at Princess Royal University Hospital, Bromley, and passes on her clinical experience as a mentor and tutor of postgraduate students.
Dr Arshad is a member of the Royal College of Physicians (London), Diabetes UK and the British Thyroid Foundation (BTF) alongside the Association of British Clinical Diabetologists, Society for Endocrinology (SFE/BES) and Endocrine Society. Furthermore, she has membership of the Young Diabetologists & Endocrinologists' Forum.
Clinics
The Sloane Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
South London, 125 Albemarle Road, BR3 5HSMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 18 years of experience
- Consultant endocrinologist, The Sloane Hospital (Present)
Subspecialties
- Antenatal endocrinology
- Weight management
Professional memberships
- MRCP, Royal College of Physicians
- Diabetes UK
Education
- MRCP, Endocrinology, Royal College of Physicians (London) (2013 - 2017)
- MRCP, Medicine, Royal College of Physicians (London) (2011 - 2013)
Teaching posts
- Mentor/tutor of post-graduate junior doctors
Positions in organisations
- Chair, Thyroid multidisciplinary team meeting, Princess Royal University Hospital, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (Present)
Languages spoken
- English
- Urdu
Reviews
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- I had a very positive experience with this Doctor. I was looked after very well. I would definitely recommend.
- It was a pleasure meeting Dr. Sobia Arshad. My appointment was well-organized, and we thoroughly addressed all my concerns. Her expertise and reassurance were outstanding, making me feel comfortable . I highly recommend Dr. Sobia Arshad.
- I’m extremely impressed with Dr Sobia Arshad . She’s a caring, thorough, knowledgeable, and always take time to explain everything. Dr. Sobia Arshad maintains professionalism with a brilliant, positive attitude, prioritising patient care. Highly recommend for exceptional care!
- Listens and helps. First Dr to actually help me with my health
- I would recommend Dr Arshad. My appointment was on time and Dr Arshad spent time explaining my options for treatment clearly and in a way that was easy to follow.
- Very thorough treatment
- Dr Arshad was so lovely, she explained everything to me really well and in a way I could understand. Her friendliness was excellent. I had never been to The Sloane Hospital before, it was lovely, everyone was very pleasant.
- Dr Arshad is truly mazing doctor, she helped me with losing weight and re-gain my confidence. She gave me advice not only on when and how often to eat but also how to train my brain to eat small amounts of nutritious food for the rest of my life.
- I saw Dr Arshad for an initial consultant and, after some tests, for a follow up. She was extremely personable and explained everything clearly and concisely. She also asked if I had any questions and took the time to listen to my concerns. All in all I was very happy.