Dr Sunil Patel
Professional statement
Dr Sunil Patel is triple accredited in respiratory, general and intensive care medicine and dedicated to providing personalised and comprehensive care for all your respiratory health needs. Dr Patel holds bachelor’s degrees in chemistry, biomedical sciences, medicine and surgery from the University of Nottingham. He is a member of the Royal College of Physicians, UK (MRCP) and a Fellow of the Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine (FFICM). Dr Patel has extensive training from prestigious London teaching hospitals and academic centres and brings a wealth of experience to his practice.
Specialised care
Dr Patel specialises in a wide range of respiratory conditions but has particular interest in interstitial lung disease, including pulmonary fibrosis and respiratory failure. He frequently sees and manages patients with symptoms of cough, shortness of breath and difficulty breathing. At Hammersmith Hospital, Dr Patel runs specialist interstitial lung disease clinics and participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings to manage complex respiratory conditions.
Comprehensive services
Dr Patel offers a wide range of services, including the management of acute lung infections (such as pneumonia, as well as chronic conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Dr Patel is skilled in diagnostic bronchoscopy, chest ultrasound and related interventions. As an accredited consultant in intensive care medicine, he oversees the care of patients before and after major surgeries and those who are critically ill.
Research and teaching
Dr Patel obtained his PhD from Imperial College London and holds an honorary clinical senior lecturer post in the department of anaesthesia, pain medicine and intensive care. His research focuses on critical illness-associated muscle wasting and advanced imaging techniques. Dr Patel has contributed to high-impact journals and published book chapters in respiratory and critical care medicine. He is the unit training lead and faculty tutor for intensive care medicine at Hammersmith Hospital.
Patient-centred approach
Whether you're dealing with a persistent cough, shortness of breath or a complex respiratory diagnosis, Dr Patel is committed to guiding you towards optimal health. From your first consultation, he ensures clear communication and a tailored treatment plan to meet your needs.
Clinics
The Clementine Churchill Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
West London, Sudbury Hill, Harrow, HA1 3RXMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 16 years of experience
- Consultant in Respiratory and Intensive Care Medicine (Hammersmith Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London)
Subspecialties
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
Professional memberships
- European Respiratory Society
- British Thoracic Society
Education
- BSc, University College London (2001)
- BMedSci, University of Nottingham (2007)
Teaching posts
- Unit training lead and faculty tutor for intensive care medicine at Hammersmith Hospital.
- Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London.
Publications and conferences
- You can see Dr Patel's publications on ResearchGate.
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
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- Thank you to Dr Sunil Patel for taking such great care when I in with a cough and breathlessnesses. Extremely caring, took the time to really talk me through everything and put me at ease. The level of care was above any I have previously received and explaining medical terms to me in a way I could understand made the whole stressful situation comfortable. NP
- Highly recommend Dr Patel. He took the time to listen, didn’t rush me, happy to talk through in as much detail needed to satisfy me that I’d been listened to and all points considered.
- I highly recommend Dr. Sunil. I had been struggling with a persistent cough for a long time, and his treatment has helped immensely. He is an excellent listener who takes the time to understand your concerns. Beyond medication, his advice on daily habits—specifically regarding meal timing and sleep—made a huge difference. My cough has reduced significantly. His follow-up was also thorough, as he carefully reviewed my progress and adjusted my medication for the best results.
- Dr Patel was excellent. Through investigation, good bedside manner and clear way of explaining things.
- I recently consulted Dr Sunil Patel for Chronic Cough. He asked lots of question and took notes and was attentive and symphatatic. Got a clear analysis of my condition so I felt at ease and well informed about the test that to follow. Extremely impressed and delighted with the consultation. CT scan was undertaken the following week and found him very analytical in relaying the result to me and treatment plan.
- I found Dr Patel extremely helpful thoughtful and kind . I could not recommend him more highly
- Dr. Sunil Patel is excellent—knowledgeable, kind, and listens carefully. He explained everything clearly and his treatment really helped. Highly recommend!