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Specialises in

• Pain medicine

Offers

• Face-to-face consultations
• Video and telephone consultations

About me

Dr. Soar is a distinguished Consultant in Pain Medicine practicing in York, United Kingdom, with strong expertise in diagnosing and managing complex chronic pain conditions. With a patient-centred philosophy, he specialises in alleviating back pain, neck pain, joint pain, neuropathic pain, sciatica, and post-surgical pain, employing advanced interventional techniques to enhance quality of life. His practice integrates cutting-edge therapies such as ultrasound-guided nerve blocks, spinal injections, radiofrequency ablation, and neuromodulation, tailored to address both physical and psychosocial dimensions of pain.

Dr. Soar holds dual Fellowships with the Royal College of Anaesthetists (FRCA) and the Faculty of Pain Medicine (FFPMRCA), alongside the prestigious European Diploma in Pain Medicine (EDPM). Committed to lifelong learning, he has pursued postgraduate certifications in Clinical Leadership and Research from the University of Cambridge, as well as Neuromodulation from Queen Mary University of London, equipping him to pioneer innovative treatments. His leadership acumen was further refined through Health Education England's competitive "Future Leaders Programme," underscoring his dedication to advancing healthcare systems and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Dr. Soar is an active contributor to pain medicine research and education. As an NIHR Associate Principal Investigator, he has contributed to national clinical trials, driving advancements in medical care. His scholarly work includes authoring multiple peer-reviewed journal articles and textbook chapters on topics such as lumbar radicular pain and neuromodulation and he regularly presents research at international pain conferences.

Committed to upholding clinical excellence, Dr. Soar has served as an examiner for the General Medical Council (GMC), shaping standards for medical care. In his role as the Faculty Tutor for Pain Medicine of the Royal College of Anaesthetists; he oversees and mentors trainees, emphasizing evidence-based practice and compassionate care. His teaching roles extend to designing educational modules and lecturing at national pain management symposia.

Patients under Dr. Soar's care benefit from his holistic approach, which combines meticulous assessment, state-of-the-art interventions, and collaborative care pathways. He prioritizes shared decision-making, empowering individuals to achieve meaningful functional recovery.

Dr. Soar's unwavering dedication to innovation, education, and patient advocacy positions him as a trusted physician in pain medicine, transforming lives through precision, empathy, and leadership.

Areas of interest

back pain; neck pain; pain after surgery; chronic pain; chronic post-surgical pain; neuropathic pain; joint pain; knee pain; shoulder pain; hip pain; epidurals; nerve root injection; steroid injections; radiofrequency ablation; nerve blocks; facet joint injections; trigger point injections; coccyx injections; sacroiliac joint injections; occipital nerve blocks; ganglion impar block; suprascapular nerve block