Dr Arshad Rather

• Honorary clinical associate professor UCL
• Consultant physician at UCLH and head of geriatric medicine
• Deputy director of undergraduate medical education, UCLH

Dr Arshad Hussain Rather is a distinguished consultant geriatrician and general physician, renowned for his comprehensive expertise in managing complex medical conditions in older adults. As the head of the department of geriatric medicine at University College London Hospitals (UCLH) and an honorary clinical associate professor at UCL Medical School, Dr. Rather brings over a decade of consultant experience to his patients.

Specialist expertise:

• Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders: Dr. Rather leads specialist clinics at UCLH, providing advanced care for patients with Parkinson's disease, focusing on both motor and non-motor symptoms to enhance quality of life.
• Dementia care: With a profound understanding of cognitive disorders, he offers tailored management plans for patients with dementia, addressing both medical and supportive care needs.
• Preoperative assessment and perioperative medicine: Dr. Rather collaborates closely with anaesthetists in complex pre-assessment clinics, optimizing patients undergoing surgeries in orthopaedics, head and neck cancers, and gynaecology.
• Orthogeriatrics: Working alongside orthopaedic surgeons, he specialises in the management of hip fracture patients, ensuring comprehensive care from admission through rehabilitation.
• Frailty syndromes: As a geriatrician, Dr. Rather is adept at managing frailty syndromes, employing holistic approaches to improve patient outcomes and maintain independence.
• General internal and acute medicine: His extensive experience encompasses both general internal medicine and acute medical care, allowing for the management of a wide array of medical conditions.

Academic and educational contributions:

Dr. Rather is committed to medical education, serving as a deputy director of undergraduate medical education at UCLH and site lead for Year 5 students at UCL Medical School. He holds a diploma in education and training and has been recognized as an honorary associate professor in UCL Medical School. His dedication to teaching ensures that he remains at the forefront of medical advancements, which directly benefit his patients.

Professional affiliations:

• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London
• Member of the British Medical Association
• Member of the Movement Disorder Society
• Member of Parkinson’s UK
• Member of MDDUS

Dr. Rather's holistic approach, combined with his extensive clinical experience and academic involvement, makes him a sought-after consultant for private patients seeking expert care in geriatric and general medicine.