Dr Dev Chauhan

Dr. Chauhan, a Consultant Geriatrician and Acute & General Medicine Physician, practices at the Royal Free Hospital in his NHS capacity. Specializing in the care of older adults with multiple chronic long-term conditions, he possesses expertise in managing cognitive disorders, osteoporosis, falls, and optimizing patients' medical conditions before invasive procedures or surgery. His approach encompasses comprehensive and holistic assessments, prioritizing patient-centered care. Dr. Chauhan is recognized for his exceptional communication skills and the strong rapport he cultivates with his patients. Having earned a BSc in Physiology from King’s College London in 2011 and an MBChB from the University of Leicester in 2013, Dr. Chauhan pursued postgraduate medical training across various London Teaching Hospitals, including St Mary’s, Charing Cross, Hammersmith, Northwick Park, and St George’s Hospitals. In 2016, Dr. Chauhan obtained his MRCP(UK) and completed his Specialty Certificate Examination in 2018, becoming dual accredited in Geriatric Medicine and General Internal Medicine. In addition to his clinical pursuits, Dr. Chauhan completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Medical Education at the University of Cardiff in 2014, earning recognition for his teaching contributions from the South Thames Foundation School. He remains actively involved in undergraduate medical education with the UCL Medical School. During 2018-19, Dr. Chauhan served as a Clinical Fellow for the National Medical Director of NHS England, supporting the implementation of various national policies, including the NHS Long-Term Plan (2019), Clinical Review of Standards, and the Evidence-Based Interventions Programme. He subsequently earned an MBA with a Healthcare Specialism from Warwick Business School. Appointed as a Consultant Physician at the Royal Free Hospital in 2023, Dr. Chauhan assumes the role of Clinical Lead for Frailty. He attends to patients in Accident and Emergency as well as the Acute Assessment Unit upon their initial hospital presentation.

Cognitive impairment Dementia Falls prevention Osteoporosis Pre-surgical optimisation