Dr Steve James
Consultant in Intensive Care | Functional & Metabolic Health | Sleep & Psychotherapy Training
Dr Steve James is a senior clinician with over 25 years of NHS experience. He specialises in intensive care, metabolic health, sleep medicine, and integrative approaches to fatigue and longevity.
Full Professional Profile
Professional Experience & Philosophy
Dr Steve James has more than two decades of senior NHS experience, currently working as a Consultant in Intensive Care at King’s College Hospital, London. He also runs Metabolic Health Programmes for Stroke Patients at University College London Hospital. His earlier career included roles as a Consultant in Cardiac Anaesthesia, where he established Exercise Testing Services and led a Fatigue Clinic.
His medical practice is complemented by specialist training in Sleep Medicine and certification with the Institute for Functional Medicine. His philosophy is grounded in addressing the whole person, integrating physical, psychological, emotional, and social health to achieve resilience and longevity.
Education & Qualifications
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MBBS
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Consultant in Intensive Care – King’s College Hospital, London
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Functional Medicine training – Institute for Functional Medicine
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Specialist training in Sleep Medicine
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Additional training in psychotherapy and wellbeing approaches
Assessment & Treatment Approach
His clinical method combines thorough history-taking, functional and metabolic assessments, and evidence-based interventions. Dr James employs integrative strategies—ranging from sleep optimisation and breathwork to psychotherapy methods—to create holistic, personalised treatment plans that support long-term vitality.
Patient-Centered Values
Dr James believes that true care extends beyond symptom management, emphasising the importance of time, listening, and shared understanding. His approach empowers patients to engage fully in their healing, with equal attention to physical health, emotional wellbeing, and psychological resilience.