Dr James Rakshi, Consultant Neurologist

Dr James Rakshi

Consultant Neurologist

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Dr James Rakshi MB ChB MD FRCP

Consultant Neurologist

MB ChB MD FRCP

Dr James Rakshi

Consultant Neurologist MB ChB MD FRCP

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MB ChB MD FRCP
HCA-Healthcare-UK

Areas of expertise

  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Neuro-Rehabilitation
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Stroke
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About Dr James Rakshi

GMC number: 3286393

Year qualified: 1988

Place of primary qualification: University of Aberdeen

Dr James Rakshi is a highly experienced Consultant Neurologist with nearly 20 years of expertise in diagnosing and managing a wide range of neurological disorders, both acute and chronic. He graduated from Aberdeen University, Scotland, in 1988, where he first developed an interest in neurology and brain imaging while working in the Neurology and Neurosurgical unit. Notably, the very first clinical MRI brain scanner was built at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.

Dr Rakshi's extensive training in general medicine, covering various specialities for over four years, has equipped him with a holistic and proactive approach to neurology. He completed his neurology training at several major neuroscience centres in London, including The Hammersmith, St George’s, St Mary's, and Charing Cross Hospitals, as well as the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, where he later became an Honorary Consultant. Additionally, he has worked at numerous District General Hospitals in and around London.

Dr Rakshi has a special interest in multiple sclerosis and has run an advanced multiple sclerosis centre. He has also received training in several neuro-rehabilitation centres. His approach to patient care is centred on the belief that every patient is unique in how their symptoms present. He encourages patients to provide a comprehensive summary of their medical and neurological symptoms and history.

Dr Rakshi is known for his ability to reach accurate diagnoses by taking the time to listen to patients and their families, always keeping an open mind while considering serious and urgent conditions. He has a reputation for providing clear explanations of neurological problems and the best ways to investigate and manage them. Often sought for second opinions, he prides himself on quickly organising investigations and providing detailed letters and reports in clear, understandable language. His guiding principle is to treat each patient the way he would want to be treated himself.

Dr Rakshi's commitment to patient care and his extensive experience make him a trusted specialist in the field of neurology.

Areas of expertise

  • ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)
  • Ataxia
  • Brain Tumours
  • Dementia
  • Epilepsy
  • Guillain Barre Syndrome
  • Headache
  • Memory Disorders
  • Migraine
  • Motor Neurone Disease (MND)
  • Movement Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Neuro-Rehabilitation
  • Neuromuscular Disease
  • Neuroradiology (Imaging)
  • Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Post-Herpetic Neuralgia
  • Seizures
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Spinal Cord Tumour
  • Spinal Disorders
  • Stroke
  • Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA)
  • Vascular Dementia