The Iron Infusion Centre

About

why we began

Our Story

We are two General Practitioners and co-founders of The Iron Infusion Centre in Hertfordshire, with many years of experience in the UK and abroad. At The Iron Infusion Centre, we’re committed to providing safe, effective, and compassionate care for patients with iron deficiency. Our time working in Australia shaped our journey into private practice. There, intravenous (IV) iron treatment is widely available and often life-changing for people living with iron deficiency. We saw patients regain energy, focus, and vitality in ways that oral iron tablets alone couldn’t achieve.

In the UK, access to IV iron remains limited. Many people rely on tablets that can take months to work, cause unpleasant side effects, or simply aren’t enough. Yet iron deficiency is common — especially in women of childbearing age, women with heavy periods, during pregnancy, vegetarians, athletes or in those with conditions such as coeliac disease or inflammatory bowel disease. Even without anaemia, low iron can leave people exhausted, foggy or struggling with brittle hair and nails. Too often these symptoms are dismissed as “normal.”

Our clinic was created to bridge this gap. We offer a professional, doctor-led service that makes IV iron safe, accessible, and tailored to each patient. Every consultation ensures treatment is appropriate, while our focus remains on comfort, reassurance and results. You can learn more about what to expect from your visit on our IV iron treatment page.

We are passionate about raising awareness that IV iron exists as a simple, effective option. Our mission is to give people back their energy and help them feel like themselves again — so they can live life to the fullest.

Our Doctors

Meet Our Team

Dr Bhavini Patel, GP and co-founder of The Iron Infusion Centre

Dr Bhavini Patel

MBBS MA Cantab MRCGP

Dr Bhavini Patel studied Medicine at Cambridge University and Imperial College London, graduating with distinctions in pathology and surgery. She completed her GP training at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital before spending six years as a private GP in Australia, where she developed a particular interest in women’s health, fatigue and recovery.

Having personally experienced the transformative benefits of IV iron after the birth of her two children, Dr Patel understands how life-changing the treatment can be. She is passionate about helping others restore their energy and confidence through safe, evidence-based care that supports overall wellbeing. Outside of work, Bhavini enjoys yoga, painting, dancing and relaxed brunch-and-babyccino outings with her family.

Dr Nick Mulrenan, GP and co-founder of The Iron Infusion Centre

Dr Nick Mulrenan

MBBS MRCGP

Dr Nick Mulrenan graduated from Imperial College London in 2011. Before specialising in general practice, he gained broad hospital experience in emergency medicine and intensive care — providing a strong foundation in managing complex patients. As a GP, he spent six years in Melbourne, where he developed expertise in IV iron therapy and chronic disease management.

He takes a holistic approach to care, recognising that lasting wellbeing depends on more than medical treatment alone. Nick works with patients to optimise nutrition, exercise and mental health, resulting in sustainable improvements in energy and well-being. Outside medicine he enjoys hiking, climbing and golf — pursuits that keep him outdoors and occasionally remind him of the importance of patience.

At The Iron Infusion Centre, we believe patients deserve clear information, safe care and rapid access to effective IV iron treatment. Whether you’d like to confirm your suitability or simply ask a question, our GP-led team is here to help. You can contact us directly or view IV iron pricing for transparent costs and next steps.

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