If you have symptoms that are hard to explain, or test results that nobody has been able to make sense of, it can be tiring to keep looking for answers. You may have seen one or more specialists already and still feel unsure what is going on.
Our General Medicine service with Dr Rajinder Andev is designed for people whose symptoms belong to no single specialty. You will have time to talk through your full history, and we will look at your overall health with you.
Do I Need a General Medicine Appointment?
When something feels wrong and you are unsure which doctor to see, a first conversation can help you work out where to start. An appointment may be worth considering if your symptoms affect more than one part of your body, or do not point to a single system specialism.
Unexplained tiredness or low energy
Unexplained weight loss
Loss of appetite
General weakness or reduced ability to exercise
Feeling generally unwell
Unexplained sweats, including night sweats
Unexplained or recurring fevers
Dizziness, light-headedness or recurring faint feelings
Breathlessness where the cause is unclear
Heart palpitations
New swelling (oedema) or a build-up of fluid in the body
Unexplained sweats, including night sweats
Unexplained or recurring fevers
General pain with no obvious reason
Aches all over the body, or muscle and joint symptoms without a clear diagnosis
Recurring infections, or concern about an underlying illness
You have blood test results you do not understand. These might include anaemia, signs of inflammation, abnormal liver or kidney tests, changes in blood salt levels (electrolytes) or calcium, abnormal blood counts, or several borderline results together.
You have had a health check that found something unexpected.
You have several medical conditions and it is unclear which one is causing your current symptoms.
You have seen one or more specialists and still do not have a clear explanation.
How We Can Help
A general medical doctor will assess your health as a whole. Symptoms that do not appear connected to a single system are often best discussed with a specialist who has a deep understanding of general health, who will consider all of your symptoms together.
Our assessment focuses on how your symptoms, results and existing conditions may relate to each other, and on agreeing the next steps with you. Dr Andev will review your history, your medicines and any previous test results or specialist letters you bring, so we can consider them together.
Depending on what you tell us and what we find, next steps may include further tests, a referral to a specialist suited to your needs, or a follow-up appointment to review how things are going.
You will have space to ask questions, and we aim to understand your concerns fully.
Any investigations or treatment recommendations made during your consultation may involve additional costs, which will be discussed with you clearly before anything is arranged.
We are also recognised by a number of major health insurers. If you intend to use private medical insurance, please contact us ahead of your appointment to confirm your cover.
Meet the Team: Clinical Team and Expertise
Dr Rajinder Andev, BSc , MB ChB, MRCP (UK), General Internal Medicine Consultant and Consultant Rheumatologist
Dr Andev has over 10 years of clinical experience and handles general medical inpatient and day case reviews. He is also our clinical lead for rheumatology, with expertise in general and specialised rheumatology, multisystem inflammatory disease (conditions where inflammation affects more than one part of the body), osteoporosis, pregnancy-related rheumatological conditions, and supporting young people as they move into adult rheumatology services.
Alongside his clinical work, Dr Andev is a Senior Academic Tutor and Personal Academic Tutor at the University of Birmingham. He previously served as a medical tutor and Final Year Lead at Harris Manchester College, University of Oxford. He is a Senior Author and Board Member for the national Prescribing Safety Assessment.
Dr Andev is a member of the British Medical Association (BMA) and the British Society for Rheumatology (BSR).
Is This the Right Service for You?
If your symptoms have no clear cause, affect more than one part of your body, or have not led to a diagnosis, and you would like one doctor to look at them together, book an appointment.
Any previous test results, scans or letters from other doctors or specialists
A list of your current medicines
Notes on your symptoms, such as when they started and what seems to make them better or worse
During Your Appointment
Dr Andev will ask about your symptoms, your medical history and how things are affecting your daily life. He will review any results or letters you have brought. Where appropriate, he will carry out a medical examination.
We will talk through what we have found in plain language, including what your symptoms and results may mean. If it would help us understand your situation, we may discuss tests such as blood tests or scans, or a referral to a specialist. Your consultant will explain their recommendations in detail, including any extra costs, so you can make an informed decision.
Follow-Up Steps and Appointments
Whether you need a follow-up depends on your assessment. A follow-up appointment gives you and Dr Andev a chance to go through test results, talk about how your symptoms are changing, and agree what comes next.
Why Choose Midland Health
When you are comparing providers, it helps to know what to expect before you book.
A consultant-led appointment with time to talk through your concerns
No GP referral required
No waiting lists
Same-day or next-day appointments, where available
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Our Clinic
Your General Medicine appointment takes place at our Francis Road Clinic, 78-79 Francis Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B16 8SP. The clinic is easily accessible by public transport, with several bus routes passing nearby, and is a short walk from Five Ways train station. Patients may park for free at Broadway Plaza, a 15 minute walk away, with validation available at our reception.
If you have any questions about getting to us, our team will gladly help.
At the end of your appointment, you’ll have time to ask questions about our recommendations. You can take your time deciding what to do next.
FAQs
No. You can book directly with our clinic. You can book online or call us on 0121 769 0999.
This service is for people with symptoms, unexplained results or a health history that is hard to make sense of. If you feel well and would like a general health check up, our health checks may be a better fit.
No. Dr Andev is a Consultant Rheumatologist and General Internal Medicine Consultant. This service is for symptoms and results that belong to no single specialty.
The aim of your appointment is a thorough assessment and a clear explanation. Depending on what we find, we may discuss further tests with you.
Yes. Previous results, scans and letters help Dr Andev understand your whole history, so please bring any you have.
If you have sudden chest pain, severe difficulty breathing, signs of a stroke, or you feel that your life is at risk, call 999 or go to your nearest accident and emergency (A&E) department. For urgent concerns that are not an emergency, contact your NHS GP or call NHS 111.
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