The people behind your care

Medicine runs in the family. I came to it through a love of science and the example of my uncle, a local GP — and years later it was his clinic, The Healthworks, that my brother and I took on. I graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2010 and spent most of my clinical career in urology, with a good stretch in general practice along the way.

I enjoyed the work, and I learned an enormous amount from it. What I found harder, as I became more senior, was how siloed hospital medicine can be. Too many people living with chronic pain were discharged simply because their symptoms didn't fit a particular box — no plan, no follow-up, nowhere to go next. I wanted to build somewhere that took the whole picture seriously and gave people more than a ten-minute appointment allows.

That's what Innate Healthcare is. It's the same clinic my uncle built — same premises, same commitment to the people of Oldham — now run by the two of us under a new name. Mohammed leads the clinical side as our chiropractor and clinical director; I run the clinic day to day — the team, the standards, and the systems that sit behind good care. My years in the NHS taught me what those need to look like, and I've brought that with me.

Outside the clinic I'm usually surrounded by my large extended family, or being thoroughly bossed about by my two-year-old daughter. In the rare quiet moment I'll reach for a fantasy novel — though a good book is a luxury these days.

My journey into chiropractic care began not in a classroom, but as a patient. After a debilitating back injury and sciatica left me reliant on pain medication, I discovered chiropractic care. The results were life-changing — I regained my mobility and finally got my life back on track. That experience sparked a career shift, leading me to dedicate six years to studying at McTimoney College of Chiropractic while working full-time in the NHS.

This dual background — both clinical and personal — shapes how I approach patient care. I see every person who walks through the door not just as a list of symptoms, but as someone with a unique story. Whether you're a weekend warrior with a sports injury or someone managing the daily grind of chronic pain, I'm here to help you reclaim your mobility and confidence.

Outside the clinic, I'm passionate about fitness and enjoy staying active. I believe that movement is medicine, and I love sharing that philosophy with my patients as they progress through their recovery.

With over four years of clinical experience in musculoskeletal care and rehabilitation, my goal is simple: to help you move with confidence again. My journey into physiotherapy began with a genuine fascination for human mechanics — specifically how targeted movement can be the most powerful tool for recovery, performance, and overall wellbeing.

After earning my Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Lahore and my MSc in Exercise Medicine from the University of Chester, I've spent the last two years practising here in the UK, working with a diverse range of patients from those managing chronic pain to athletes returning to peak performance.

My approach is grounded in evidence-based practice and tailored to your individual needs. I believe that every patient deserves a clear understanding of their condition and the pathway to recovery. Outside of work, I enjoy staying active and am passionate about continuous learning to keep my skills sharp.