Dr Rakhee Thaker is a general practitioner with over 21 years of clinical experience, currently appointed at The Harborne Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, in Birmingham. She took up this role in [year of appointment not specified], after completing her medical degree (MBChB) at the University of Birmingham in 2003.

Her areas of expertise include diabetes management, cardiovascular health and adult allergies, with subspecialist interests in health screening and lifestyle medicine.

Dr Thaker regularly performs joint and steroid injections, and carries out minor surgical procedures within her practice. She is experienced in a wide range of diagnostic and preventative services, including health assessments, smear tests, immunisations, thyroid and travel vaccinations, and sexual health advice. She treats conditions spanning allergic rhinitis, asthma, hypertension, high cholesterol, menopause and women’s health, anxiety and mood disorders, back pain, eczema, urinary tract infections and a broad spectrum of common minor illnesses.

She adopts a patient centred approach, tailoring care to each individual’s physical, social and emotional well being. She is known for offering home visits when needed and providing coronavirus and flu testing.

Outside clinical practice, she is a devoted parent who enjoys staying active, travelling and exploring new cuisines. She communicates fluently in English and Gujarati.