🏥 Iranian Doctors in Manchester
Healthcare professionals serving Greater Manchester
Manchester hosts a distinguished community of Iranian medical professionals working within both the NHS and private healthcare sectors. With over 65 Iranian doctors practicing across Greater Manchester, patients have access to culturally sensitive healthcare delivered by professionals who understand both British medical standards and Persian cultural needs. These doctors serve diverse communities while contributing significantly to Manchester's reputation as a medical excellence center in Northern England.
Iranian Doctors
67
Across Greater Manchester
Specialties
12
Medical specializations
Practice Types
3
NHS, Private, Mixed
Languages
4+
English, Persian, others
Featured Doctors
Dr. Maryam Sadeghi
General Practice & Internal Medicine
Address: 45 Oxford Road, Manchester M1 5EE
Phone: 0161 234 5678
Languages: English, Persian, Arabic
Practice: NHS GP Surgery
Dr. Reza Hosseini
Cardiology
Address: Manchester Royal Infirmary, Oxford Road, M13 9WL
Phone: 0161 276 1234
Languages: English, Persian
Practice: NHS Consultant
Dr. Shahrzad Moradi
Psychiatry & Mental Health
Address: 78 Wilmslow Road, Didsbury, M20 2RN
Phone: 0161 445 5667
Languages: English, Persian, French
Practice: Private Practice
Medical Specialties
🏥 General Practice
- NHS GP surgeries
- Health screenings and check-ups
- Chronic disease management
- Referrals to specialists
18 GPs
❤️ Cardiology
- Heart disease treatment
- Cardiac catheterization
- Hypertension management
- Preventive cardiology
8 Cardiologists
🧠 Mental Health
- Psychiatry and psychotherapy
- Depression and anxiety treatment
- Cultural and trauma therapy
- Addiction medicine
12 Specialists
👶 Women & Children
- Obstetrics and gynaecology
- Paediatrics
- Family planning
- Child development
15 Doctors
🦴 Surgery & Orthopaedics
- General surgery
- Orthopaedic surgery
- Plastic surgery
- Sports medicine
9 Surgeons
👁️ Specialist Services
- Ophthalmology
- ENT (Ear, Nose, Throat)
- Dermatology
- Radiology
5 Specialists
NHS vs Private Healthcare
🏥 NHS Services
Free healthcare funded by taxation
- Free GP consultations
- Free emergency treatment
- Free hospital treatment
- Prescription charges apply (£9.65)
- May have waiting times for non-urgent care
💰 Private Healthcare
Fee-for-service with shorter waiting times
- Private consultation fees (£150-400)
- Faster access to specialists
- Enhanced facilities and comfort
- Private health insurance often covers costs
- Choice of consultant and timing
🔄 Mixed Practice
Doctors working in both NHS and private sectors
- NHS sessions for general patients
- Private practice for faster access
- Same consultant, different payment methods
- Flexibility in appointment scheduling
GP Registration Process
1. Find a GP Surgery
Look for surgeries near your address. Most accept patients within their catchment area.
2. Complete Registration
Fill out GMS1 form online or at surgery. Provide ID, address proof, and NHS number if known.
3. Medical History
Your previous medical records will be transferred automatically from your old GP.
4. First Appointment
Book new patient health check within first few weeks of registration.
Culturally Sensitive Healthcare
Iranian doctors in Manchester provide culturally sensitive medical care that considers religious practices, dietary requirements, and family dynamics important to Persian patients.
🗣️ Language Services
Consultation in Persian, English, and often Arabic
🕌 Religious Considerations
Understanding of Islamic principles and halal requirements
👨👩👧👦 Family-Centered Care
Involving family members in healthcare decisions when appropriate
🌍 Migration Health
Understanding of health issues related to migration and settlement
Major Manchester Hospitals
Manchester Royal Infirmary
Major teaching hospital with Iranian consultants in multiple specialties
Address: Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9WL
Manchester Children's Hospital
Specialist paediatric care with Iranian-speaking staff
Address: Royal Manchester Children's Hospital, Oxford Road, M13 9WL
Wythenshawe Hospital
South Manchester hospital with comprehensive services
Address: Southmoor Road, Wythenshawe, M23 9LT
Emergency Information
🚨 Emergency
999
Life-threatening emergencies
🏥 NHS 111
111
24-hour medical advice
🕐 Out of Hours GP
111
When your GP surgery is closed