Dr. Beena Hameed

Specialities
Rheumatology
Languages
English, Urdu, Punjabi

Core competencies

  • Clinical Expertise
    Advanced diagnosis and management of inflammatory and non-inflammatory rheumatic diseases (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, spondyloarthritis, connective tissue diseases, vasculitis, osteoporosis)
    Expertise in musculoskeletal examination and interpretation of clinical findings
    Proficient in evidence-based use of DMARDs, biologics, and targeted synthetic therapies
    Management of complex, multisystem autoimmune disorders
    Competence in managing comorbidities and polypharmacy in chronic rheumatic conditions
  • Procedural Skills
    Joint aspiration and intra-articular injections (small and large joints)
    Soft tissue injections (e.g., bursae, tendon sheaths)
    Ultrasound-guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
    Interpretation of musculoskeletal ultrasound and bone densitometry (DXA)
  • Diagnostic & Investigative Proficiency
    Interpretation of immunological tests (ANA, ENA, RF, anti-CCP, ANCA, etc.)
    Skilled in radiological assessment (X-ray, MRI, CT relevant to rheumatology)
    Expertise in bone health assessment including fracture risk evaluation (e.g., FRAX)
    Integration of clinical, laboratory, and imaging data for accurate diagnosis
  • Therapeutic Decision-Making
    evelopment of individualized, patient-cantered treatment plans
    Risk-benefit assessment of immunosuppressive therapies
    Monitoring for drug toxicity and adverse effects
    Implementation of treat-to-target strategies and remission goals
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
    Effective collaboration with orthopaedics, dermatology, nephrology, pulmonology, and rehabilitation teams
    Coordination with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and specialist nurses
    Participation in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings
  • Patient-Centred Care & Communication
    Clear communication of complex diagnoses and treatment plans
    Shared decision-making with patients and families
    Counselling on chronic disease management, lifestyle modification, and adherence
    Cultural competence and empathy in patient interactions
  • Leadership & Service Development
    Leadership in clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives
    Development of rheumatology services, pathways, and protocols
    Audit and benchmarking against international standards
    Mentorship and supervision of junior doctors and trainees
  • Research & Academic Contribution
    Engagement in clinical research, trials, and registries
    Critical appraisal of medical literature and application to practice
    Publication and presentation at national/international conferences
    Contribution to guideline development and academic teaching
  • Education & Training
    Teaching medical students, residents, and allied health professionals
    Development of educational materials and CME activities
    Promotion of patient education programs

Profile

Nationality
British
Summary
Dr. Beena Hameed is a distinguished Rheumatology Consultant and Internist, accredited by the Joint Royal Colleges Training Board (JRCPTB), United Kingdom. With nearly three decades of experience in Internal Medicine and over two decades in Rheumatology, she is recognized for her excellence in clinical care, research, and medical education. Dr. Hameed completed her specialist training at prestigious London hospitals, including King’s College Hospital, St. George’s Hospital, and Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital. Her extensive clinical journey across Pakistan, the UK, and the UAE enables her to deliver treatment with deep cultural sensitivity and an understanding of diverse patient needs. She completed two years of a master’s program in Clinical Research in Rheumatology. Her research has been published in leading peer-reviewed international journals. she is a regular presenter and invited speaker at prominent rheumatology conferences worldwide. She has been a clinical Lecturer with Queen Mary University of London. She is currently affiliated with Gulf medical university as associate professor of rheumatology. She is a board member of GCC air and has Chaired the Middle East rheumatology conference on number of occasions. She has been lecturing at PassPACES and Kings college Hospital MRCP training courses. Dr. Hameed’s clinical practice is rooted in evidence-based medicine, focusing on the diagnosis and management of complex conditions.
Her special interests include inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue diseases, osteoporosis, metabolic bone disease, soft tissue problems, musculoskeletal ultrasound application in rheumatology and biologics use in rheumatic diseases.

Qualification

MBBS
Kyber medical College Pakistan
FCPS
College of Physician and Surgeons Pakistan
MRCP
Royal College of Physicians, UK
MSc Rheumatology
King’s college London, UK
CCST Rheumatology and Internal medicine from Joint Royal Colleges Training Board (JRCPTB), United Kingdom

Residency in Internal medicine
Pakistan institute of medical sciences Islamabad Pakistan/ JRCPTB UK

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