About us

At Axis Core Health, our multidisciplinary team combines specialist respiratory medicine, advanced diagnostics, physiotherapy, and patient-centred care to provide a comprehensive understanding of your lung health. Together, we focus on early detection, prevention, education, and personalised support — helping you breathe better, feel more confident in your health, and take proactive steps towards long-term wellbeing.

Dr Abdul Ashish - Founder

I am the Founder of Axis Core Health and a Consultant Respiratory Physician with over 16 years of experience as a Consultant Physician, specialising in respiratory medicine and lung health.

Throughout my career, I have worked with thousands of patients across a wide range of respiratory conditions, helping people better understand symptoms such as breathlessness, chronic cough, reduced exercise tolerance, and ongoing chest concerns. My approach is centred around combining evidence-based medicine with compassionate, patient-focused care.

I created Axis Core Health to provide a modern, consultant-led service focused on prevention, early detection, and helping people take a proactive approach to their long-term health.

I believe patients should leave appointments feeling informed, reassured, and empowered with a clear understanding of their health and the next steps available to them.

      Within the clinic, my role includes:

  • Undertaking detailed respiratory consultations and clinical assessments
  • Reviewing and interpreting advanced breathing and lung function tests
  • Assessing symptoms such as breathlessness, chronic cough, wheeze, and reduced exercise capacity
  • Identifying potential respiratory risk factors and early signs of lung disease
  • Creating personalised treatment, prevention, and optimisation plans
  • Providing clear education and practical lifestyle guidance
  • Coordinating further investigations or specialist referrals where required

Chris - Expert Physiotherapist

I have been a physiotherapist for over 19 years, with the majority of my career dedicated to working across a wide range of respiratory healthcare settings. Throughout this time, I have developed advanced specialist skills in respiratory care, including detailed clinical assessment, respiratory diagnostics, and evidence-based treatment planning.

My approach is centred around helping patients better understand their breathing, improve their respiratory function, and feel more confident in managing their health through clear guidance, education, and personalised support.

I am passionate about delivering compassionate, patient-focused care and helping people feel reassured, informed, and supported throughout their journey.

At Axis Core Health, my role is to carry out in-depth respiratory and physical assessments tailored to each individual patient.

This may include:

  • Discussing and explaining the results of your breathing tests
  • Undertaking a breathing pattern assessment
  • Carrying out functional capacity and exercise testing
  • Teaching airway clearance techniques where required
  • Providing exercise guidance and prescription
  • Supporting self-management and long-term respiratory health

David-Cardio Respiratory physiologist

I am a Principal Clinical Physiologist with over 26 years of experience across both NHS and private cardio-respiratory services. Throughout my career, I have been passionate about delivering high-quality diagnostic care, leading specialist teams, and helping develop services that improve patient outcomes and experiences.

Within my NHS role, I manage the respiratory arm of the Community Diagnostic Centre, oversee the day-to-day running of the cardio-respiratory department, and lead respiratory diagnostics across the trust. I also represent the department within both regional and national healthcare science networks.

At Axis Core Health, my role is to carry out detailed respiratory diagnostic testing to help build a complete picture of your lung health and breathing function.

This may include:

  • Measuring airflow, lung volumes, and overall breathing capacity
  • Assessing how effectively your lungs are functioning
  • Analysing specific exhaled gases to evaluate airway inflammation and sensitivity
  • Carrying out specialist respiratory investigations and diagnostics
  • Producing a detailed respiratory report for the wider clinical team, including Chris and Dr Abdul Ashish

Clinically, I have extensive experience in advanced cardiac and respiratory investigations, including:

  • Full lung function testing
  • Bronchial challenge testing
  • FeNO testing
  • Spirometry and reversibility testing
  • Advanced cardio-respiratory diagnostics

I am driven by high clinical standards, strong leadership, and a genuine commitment to delivering patient-centred care in a supportive and professional environment.

"Dr. Abdul Ashish was professional, articulate, and very knowledgeable throughout my appointment. He explained everything clearly and honestly, which really helped put me at ease. He was also on time and very efficient in arranging further appointments and investigations without unnecessary waiting. Overall I felt genuinely listened to and well cared for. I would highly recommend him!"