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All about polymyalgia rheumatica - Online interview
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Dr Ziad Farah
MBBS BSc MRCP PGCME
GMC: 7090061 Professional statement
Dr Ziad Farah is an esteemed consultant in rheumatology and general internal medicine with over 10 years of experience. Based in London, Dr Farah specialises in inflammatoryarthritis, backpain, gout, osteoarthritis, unexplainedsymptoms and osteoporosis. He is renowned for his excellentpatientcare and outstandingcommunicationskills.
After graduating from Amman Baccalaureate School with an International Baccalaureate (IB), Dr Farah completed his undergraduate degree in the world-famous University College London (UCL) medical school. In 2007, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Physiology, for which he received the Dean’s list award. He finalised his medical degree (MBBS) in 2010, was awarded a distinction and was the runner up for the University of London Gold medal. Dr Farah then continued his medical and rheumatology training at leading institutions in North and West London and earned a post graduate degree in medical education from the Royal College of Physicians and UCL.
Alongside his role as a consultant at London Northwest University Trust, Dr Farah provides care for inpatients with complex symptoms and leads a team of doctors managing patients attending the Emergency Ambulatory Care unit. Dr Farah's holistic and highly personal approach to his patients earned him a Clinical Excellence Award in 2020 and 2021 for the quality care he provides.
Clinics
Cromwell Hospital
164-178 Cromwell Road, Central London, SW5 0TUMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 16 years of experience
- Consultant Rheumatologist, Chiswick Medical Centre (present)
Subspecialties
- Unexplained symptoms
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
Professional memberships
- General Medical Council (GMC)
- British Society for Rheumatology (BSR)
Education
- Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Certification in Rheumatology (RhMSUS), Barts Health NHS Trust (2018)
- SCE Rheumatology, Royal College of Physicians (2016)
Teaching posts
- Senior Clinical Teacher - Site Lead for Rheumatology; Imperial College London
Publications and conferences
- You can find Dr Farah's publications on ResearchGate
- "Inflammatory myopathy occurring shortly after severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 vaccination: two case reports." ScienceDirect
Prizes and awards
- Clinical Excellence Award, London North West Healthcare Trust
- Foundation Training Award, London Deanery
Languages spoken
- English
- ِArabic
Registration number: 7090061
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Management of chronic back pain
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What is a bursa and what can cause it to become inflamed? - Online interview
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Living with rheumatoid arthritis: Modern treatment approaches and pain management
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What exactly is tendonitis? - Online interview
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Polymyalgia rheumatica: A closer look at causes, symptoms, and treatment
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An introduction to Dr Ziad Farah
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Understanding osteoarthritis: Insights and advice
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All about gout: FAQs answered by an expert.
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What is bursitis, and how can I avoid a frequent recurrence of it?
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Gout: understanding the condition and its triggers
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Osteoporosis and fractures in older people: What are the possible complications?
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- I saw Dr Ziad Farah at Cromwell Hospital after weeks of ongoing symptoms. I really appreciated his thorough approach and the investigations he arranged. Having a clear plan to look into my symptoms has given me reassurance after a difficult few weeks. I am still awaiting results, but I’m very pleased with today’s consultation and would recommend him.
- Very good, highly knowledgeable.
- Dr Zaid Farah is an exceptional physician. His clinical acumen, friendly demeanour and intelligence provides complete confidence and reassurance.
- very kind and knowledgeable
- I had a great experience consulting with Dr Farah. He was attentive, explained things clearly, and made sure I understood the next steps before we finished. The follow up communication was fast and well organized, including the clinical report and referral. I felt well looked after and would recommend him without hesitation.
- Really excellent. I was listened to and a way forward suggested. I would recommend Dr Farah
- He was very kind, and I went home feeling at ease. Thank you very much.
- Dr Ziad Farah is the most professional Doctor I have seen, He’s very knowledgeable and kind and explains everything well. Thank you Dr Farah
- The appointment with Dr. Ziad was very informative and I appreciate how he wished to dig deeper to investigate. As well as his follow up and concern.