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Dr Chris Rutkowski

Dr Chris Rutkowski

Consultant Allergist

London, W1G 0AR

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19 years of experience

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Verified profile
19 years of experience

24

Trusted Network

Patient Trust Score

4.99

398 patient reviews

2 professional endorsements

4.99
Overall Experience
4.99
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.99
Explanation

884 recommendations for:

Skin Prick Test(262)
Allergy Blood Tests(189)
Food Allergies(98)
Other(335)

Recent patient review

26 Mar 2024

Excellent

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About

Dr. Chris (Krzysztof) Rutkowski MD, PhD is a Consultant Allergist at the Department of Allergy, Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital in London, a European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) and World Allergy Organisation Centre of Excellence. He trained in allergy in Cambridge.

Dr. Rutkowski has extensive experience in all aspects of allergy care. He sees patients with anaphylaxis; food allergy; urticaria (hives) and angioedema (swelling); drug, vaccine and latex allergy; gastrointestinal allergy; venom (bee, wasp, hornet) allergy; allergic asthma; hay fever, allergic and nonallergic rhinitis/sinusitis/ conjunctivitis and offers desensitisation (immunotherapy) and omalizumab (Xolair®) treatment.

​Dr. Rutkowski leads the largest anti-IgE (omalizumab) service for chronic spontaneous urticaria in the UK. He works alongside his dermatology colleagues in the first UK joint allergy/dermatology Difficult Urticaria Clinic at St John's Institute of Dermatology. He is a member of the EAACI Task Force on paediatric urticaria.

Dr. Rutkowski is a published author in the field of drug allergy and contributes increasingly to the education and training of MSc students, allergists, dermatologists, GPs and general physicians at a national and international level.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Skin Prick Test (30%)
  • Allergy Blood Tests (21%)
  • Food Allergies (11%)
  • Urticaria (Hives) (9%)
  • Angioedema (Swelling) (7%)
  • Others (22%)

All conditions and treatments
  • Food Allergies
  • Urticaria (Hives)
  • Angioedema (Swelling)
  • Drug Allergies
  • Allergic Rhinitis (Hayfever)
  • Anaphylaxis
  • Asthma
  • Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
  • Insect or Bee Sting Allergies
  • Rhinitis
  • Skin Prick Test
  • Allergy Blood Tests
  • Allergen Desensitisation
  • Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy)
  • Food Provocation (Challenge) Test
  • Video Consultation

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6150016


Qualifications

Medical training:

  • King's College Hospital
  • Cambridge University Hospital

Memberships:

  • Royal College of Physcians
  • Royal Society of Medicine
  • European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
  • British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology
  • American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
  • World Allergy Organisation

languages spoken
  • English
  • Polish

insurers
  • Bupa Platinum
  • health-on-line
  • Cigna
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • WPA
  • Healix
  • Simply Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Aetna

Location

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OneWelbeck

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1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
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4.91
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1 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
1 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
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13:00 - 19:00
Tuesday
14:00 - 19:00
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Reviews

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Skin Prick Test (261)
Allergy Blood Tests (188)
Food Allergies (97)
Urticaria (Hives) (78)
Angioedema (Swelling) (57)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

398 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent

26 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Urticaria (Hives)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Rutkowski was fantastic. He listened carefully, explained everything clearly and showed true empathy throughout my consultation and scratch testing. He was everything you hope a doctor would be!

25 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Allergy Blood Tests
Skin Prick Test

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Chris Rutkowski was absolutely brilliant. He made me feel at ease immediately, listened to and valued my explanation of my symptoms and explained step by step the treatment plan going forward. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend him.

22 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Angioedema (Swelling)
Urticaria (Hives)
Skin Prick Test

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Chris Rutkowski was very helpful, worth the money and spent time explaining the reasons why I had Urticaria. I have now made changes to my lifestyle and feel much better!

18 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Urticaria (Hives)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Rutkowski was really clear and incredibly helpful. Explaining things in a reassuring manner, while talking through the available options and next steps.

18 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Sinusitis
Angioedema (Swelling)
Skin Prick Test

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Concise, helpful, and effective diagnosis

18 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Allergy Blood Tests
Skin Prick Test

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I met with Dr Rutkowski regarding a suspected allergy to a MRI contrast dye. I found Dr Rutkowski to be friendly and reassuring, as well as clear with his explanations. He was also very responsive to queries/clarifications I had both before and after the testing. Overall a very good experience, thank you!

12 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Skin Prick Test

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Clear communication, explained exactly what was being tested, and probable outcomes, and outlined next steps/referral. Post meeting test results and letter were quickly executed.

08 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Allergy Blood Tests

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very professional.

07 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Urticaria (Hives)
Skin Prick Test

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very clear and precise - calming for me as I finally have a diagnosis with a clear path for the future.

07 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Angioedema (Swelling)
Urticaria (Hives)
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Urticaria (Hives) (2)
Rhinitis (2)
Skin Prick Test (1)
Allergy Blood Tests (1)

2 endorsements

Excellent clinician highly recommended

07 Jan 2024
Endorsed for
Urticaria (Hives)
Rhinitis

Miss Catherine Rennie

Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)
Is a colleague

Dr Chris is an exceptional allergist clinician. Chris leads the internationally renowned Guy's Adult Allergy Centre, develops novel pathways for translational research treatments for urticaria and also publishes regularly in the field of drug allergy. Chris' warm manner is clear, professional and flexible around designing the best pathways for his patients, and I value his expertise and teamwork as a trusted colleague. Do not hesitate to discuss your concerns with Dr Rutkowski.

15 Sep 2021
Endorsed for
Urticaria (Hives)
Rhinitis
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Dr. Tom Marrs

Paediatrics
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FAQ

What are Dr Chris Rutkowski's reviews like?

Dr Chris Rutkowski's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 398 reviews

What languages does Dr Chris Rutkowski speak?

Dr Chris Rutkowski speaks English and Polish

Where is Dr Chris Rutkowski located?

Dr Chris Rutkowski primarily practices at OneWelbeck, located at 1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
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What are Dr Chris Rutkowski working hours?

Dr Chris Rutkowski is working Monday (13:00 - 19:00), Tuesday (14:00 - 19:00)

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