Stroke

Surgeon at Newham Hospital

 

 

Introduction

Clinician in theatre

We are one of the leading stroke centres in the country

With some of the best survival rates in London

We provide fast access to treatment before transferring patients to our hyper-acute stroke unit at The Royal London or an acute care unit closer to home.

We provide the most advanced and successful treatments. Working closely with University College London Partners and Barts Health School of Medicine and Dentistry, our team of clinicians and scientists are at the forefront of research – investigating new therapies and treatments for the treatment of stroke.

We offer the best technology for patients

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We offer innovative technology

Providing patients with faster, safer care

Stroke patients at The Royal London Hospital now receive faster, safer and more accurate care thanks to cutting-edge imaging technology — the first of its kind in the UK. This advanced scanner helps doctors treat strokes more quickly, using clearer images and lower radiation.

This allows us to treat more patients with life-saving treatment, helping them recover more quickly and regain independence.

European first to use balloon guide catheter

Surgeon in scrubs operating in theatres

We remove clots faster using a balloon guide catheter

In a European first

The new device, EMBOGUARD, helps doctors remove dangerous blood clots from the brain more quickly and effectively during a stroke, allowing more patients to have a much better chance of avoiding serious brain damage and living a full, independent life.

By combining world-leading technology with expert care, we’re giving thousands of people across south and east England the best possible chance of recovery.

More support

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More help available

We work with charities to give you extra support

The Stroke Association provides insights into causes, symptoms, prevention, and rehabilitation, but also what services and support the Stroke Association offers for stroke survivors or anyone involved with stroke.

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    Appointments
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    What should I bring to hospital?
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    Contact us

We provide services at three hospitals

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    Newham Hospital
  2. The Royal London Hospital building outline
    The Royal London Hospital
  3. Whipps Cross University Hospital
    Whipps Cross Hospital

Stroke consultants

  1. Dr Alexandra Andrews

    Consultant

  2. Dr Ali Afraim Salek Haddadi

    Consultant
    Afraim Salek Haddadi

  3. Dr Annie Davis

    Consultant

  4. Dr Bader Ali Mohamed

    Consultant

  5. Dr Hafiz Syed

    Consultant

  6. Dr Nadir Adeel

    Consultant

  7. Dr Nicholas Winterkorn

    Consultant

  8. Dr Oliver Spooner

    Consultant
    Oliver Spooner

  9. Dr Sageet Amlani

    Consultant

  10. Dr Thomas Harrison

    Consultant
Total results: 10

  • I was so impressed with the professionalism, care, and kindness shown by everyone involved

    I was recently bought to The Royal London and spent a week at the hospital under the care of Dr Hafiz Sayed and his colleagues.

    Every single person arrived on time, properly prepared and briefed. It gave me great confidence that I was in good hands at a very difficult time in my life. 

    It was my daughter's wedding the day after I was discharged, and It felt that everyone was focussed on helping me to get there. Thank you.

  • Life-changing stroke care at our hospitals

    After a sudden stroke at age 58, Collin received fast, expert care at The Royal London and Whipps Cross Hospitals. With support from dedicated teams and innovative rehab, he’s regained independence - and even returned to the stage with his band.

  • Barts Health HSJ winners 2023

    Local campaign prevents dozens of strokes and heart attacks

    A simple but effective programme led by Barts Health and partners has helped prevent at least 34 strokes and 41 heart attacks by improving access to vital medication.

  • Newham Heather Ward Stroke Team 2024

    Stroke patients thrive with 24-hour care

    Thank you so much for the services you provide for many people who have lost hope and for the reassurance that they can get their life back on track. You have been my motivation from the beginning of my recovery journey. I believe I can get my life back on track with your push and kind words.

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    World first in AI helps scan heart disease patients to predict heart attacks and stroke

    Artificial intelligence has been used for the first time to instantly and accurately measure blood flow, in a study led by Barts Health NHS Trust and University College London.

    The results were found to be able to predict chances of death, heart attack and stroke, and can be used by doctors to help recommend treatments which could improve a patient’s blood flow.

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    I felt very well cared and catered for and it felt like they were always on my side.