Appointments at Thornbury Hospital are limited.
You can also be seen at Claremont Hospital after 5pm or have a Home Visit assessment within 24 hrs.
Please ‘Contact Us’ online with your requirement.
Dr Pravin Jha
Consultant Geriatrician &
Specialist Physician
Welcome
Geriatrician Led Expert Assessment for Complex Needs
I’m a Consultant Geriatrician and work at Rotherham General Hospital & Royal Hallamshire Hospital in Sheffield. I run specialist private clinics at Circle Thornbury Hospital and Spire Claremont Hospital.
With over 20 years of experience, I offer in-depth, consultant-led assessments that address the full spectrum of age-related health concerns.
Older adults often present with multiple interacting problems — medical, cognitive, functional and social. Standard clinic appointments can struggle to address this complexity.
My specialist private clinic delivers:
✅ Specialist memory assessments for diagnosis of dementia
✅ Expert management of stroke, TIA, and Parkinson’s disease
✅ Diagnosis and treatment of dizziness, falls, frailty, and multimorbidity
Dr Pravin Jha
MBBS, MD, MRCP, DGM, FRCP, MBA
Consultant Geriatrician
& Specialist Physician
This service is designed specifically for comprehensive, consultant-led evaluation of complex geriatric conditions, with a focus on clarity, safety and quality of life. Appointments are available wihtin 24 hours at a time that suits you.
CONSULTANT LED CARE FOR COMPLEX CASES
Why See a Consultant Geriatrician for Memory Problems?
Memory difficulties in older adults are rarely caused by a single condition. They often arise from a combination of physical illness, medications, neurological disease, frailty, mood changes and social factors.
A Consultant Geriatrician is specifically trained to assess this complexity and to manage the interaction between multiple health problems.
A geriatrician acts as a central coordinator, bringing together all aspects of health into a coherent plan for the patient and family.
A Whole-Person Medical Assessment — Not Just Mental Health
✔ Detailed medical evaluation
✔ Neurological examination
✔ Medication review (polypharmacy)
✔ Identification of delirium and acute illness
✔ Assessment of frailty and physical function
✔ Cardiovascular and stroke risk evaluation
✔ Parkinson’s and movement disorders
✔ Falls and mobility problems
✔ Nutritional and metabolic factors
Many of these issues lie outside the primary focus of mental health services but strongly influence cognition and independence. A geriatrician integrates all of these into a single, coordinated plan.
Focus on Function, Safety and Independence
When Specialist Geriatric Assessment Is Needed
A comprehensive geriatric assessment aims to identify the underlying causes, reduce risks and support independence. It evaluates the whole person, not just a single condition.
Key domains include:
🧠 Cognitive Health
Dementia and memory disorders
Mild cognitive impairment
Delirium
Decision-making capacity
🧍 Physical Health and Frailty
Multi-morbid medical conditions
Mobility and balance
Sarcopenia and weakness
Functional decline
💊 Medication Optimisation
Polypharmacy review
Side effects contributing to confusion or falls
Anticholinergic burden assessment
🦵 Falls and Mobility
Recurrent falls
Gait problems
Postural instability
Bone health and fracture risk
🧑⚕️ Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders
Tremor, stiffness and slowness
Gait freezing and falls
Cognitive and behavioural changes
❤️ Cardiovascular and Stroke Issues
TIA and stroke recovery
Blood pressure management
Syncope and dizziness
🏠 Functional Ability
Activities of daily living
Medication management
Home safety
Need for support services
Compassionate care: The process
How does it work?
My assessment aim to understand, diagnose correctly, and offer a clear, practical management plan tailored to each individual. What I offer –
01.
First Consultation : Home or Clinic
First consultation is arranged within 24 hours. I meet the patient either at home or in clinic. I make a holistic assessment by taking a detailed history, including memory concern, medical background, daily functioning, social context and input from family or carer.
02.
Detailed Physical Examination
I conduct a structured physical and neurological examination, including cognitive screening, gait and balance assessment, frailty scoring, and system review to inform diagnosis and to make a holistic care plan.
03.
Cognitive test & Other Investigation
Relevant tests are requested to reach a final diagnosis which may include blood tests and imagings. If dementia is suspected then, Full cognitive and other functional tests are performed.
04.
Understanding the Diagnosis and Next Steps
After explaining the diagnosis, I work with you and your family to create a care plan that meets your need. I share the final report with your GP and you also get a copy .
Tailored support
Where can you be seen?
After receiving a request, I will speak to you to discuss ‘appointment’ options and will help to make a choice about the place of assessment.
Most patients prefer home assessment due to health issues. It also helps me in assessing in own environment which is more relaxing and less stressful. This can be arranged within 24 hours.
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Clinic Locations
📍 Spire Claremont Hospital, Sheffield
Clinic Address:
401 Sandygate Road
Sheffield S10 5UB, UK
Phone: 0114 263 0330
Email: admin@geriuk.com
📍Circle Thornbury Hospital, Sheffield
Clinic Address:
312 Fulwood Road
Sheffield S10 3BR, UK
Phone: 0114 266 1133
Email: admin@geriuk.com
Together We Can Do More
Spire Claremont Hospital
0114 263 0330
Circle Thornbury Hospital
0114 266 1133
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