At UMA, we provide Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy at the highest standards, blending integrity, honesty, and compassion into every aspect of our care. We are privileged to support your health and recovery, one breath at a time.- Dr. David Cassidy MD, Founder, UMA
Located in the heart of London's Marylebone, UMA is a leading CQC-registered clinic specializing in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. Our clinic is led by a highly qualified team using advanced hyperbaric chambers, and we take pride in offering expert-led, holistic care for each patient. Your wellbeing is our top priority.
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About Dr. David Cassidy
Dr. David Cassidy is a former NHS Consultant with over 25 years of experience in medicine, trained in the UK. After six years in emergency medicine, she specialized in paediatrics and nephrology, receiving training at prestigious institutions such as King’s College, Great Ormond Street, and St Thomas' Hospital in London. Dr. David Cassidy later pursued further postgraduate studies in regenerative and integrative medicine in the USA, developing a special interest in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.
Her diverse expertise in both conventional and integrative medicine makes Dr. David uniquely qualified to offer comprehensive, patient-centered care. By combining the best methodologies from both disciplines, she incorporates hyperbaric oxygen therapy into her treatments to deliver optimal outcomes for her patients.
UMA’s Journey
The inspiration for UMA came from a deeply personal experience. At age four, I suffered an accident and subsequent surgery that left a lasting impact on my health. The care and compassion I received during my recovery inspired me to pursue a career in medicine. I soon realized that there is no greater kindness than easing pain and helping people heal.
While my career in the NHS was thriving, my own health was deteriorating due to chronic migraines caused by a head injury I sustained in my teens. Despite access to the best specialists and treatments in the UK, no one could alleviate my symptoms.
Determined to find a solution, I sought alternative treatments beyond conventional medicine. I attended global conferences, consulted with experts, and explored cutting-edge approaches in nutrition, acupuncture, regenerative medicine, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Over time, I experienced miraculous improvements in my health, and my migraines disappeared.
This journey taught me that while conventional medicine is crucial for many, patients with chronic conditions often need a more holistic, personalized approach. Motivated by my own experience, I decided to set up an integrative health clinic to help others facing similar struggles.
In 2017, I met Jacques, a successful businessman and philanthropist, who came to me seeking answers for the complex medical issues that had affected him after a traumatic motorbike accident. After enduring a series of medical setbacks, including encephalitis, and being told by doctors around the world that there were no further options, Jacques was at a crossroads. By incorporating hyperbaric oxygen therapy into his treatment plan, along with other therapies, Jacques began his recovery journey.
Over two years, Jacques and I worked closely together, sharing our values and passion for helping others. After many conversations, we realized our shared vision for a clinic that combines the best of conventional and integrative medicine. This is how UMA was born.
At UMA, we understand the profound impact that chronic illness can have on people's lives. We recognize the importance of using the best science and the latest research, but we also know that every patient is unique and deserves personalized care. We take the time to understand each patient's needs, challenges, and goals, so we can provide tailored solutions to help them achieve the life they deserve.
We feel truly honored to be a part of your journey to health and happiness.
— Dr. David Cassidy MD, Founder, UMA
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