About us

Built by patients, for patients.

SIDEfxHUB is a UK-registered charity working for better recognition, research and support for people living with PFS, PSSD and PAS.

Our Team

Why we started

Every one of us came to this the same way — through our own experience, or someone we love.

Gary Shields
“Patients deserve proper legal protection and someone who fights for their rights.”

Gary Shields

Legal & Compliance Director

gary@sidefxhub.com
Robb Dixon
“These conditions are real. I'm here to make sure the world hears our story.”

Robb Dixon

Communications Director

robb@sidefxhub.com
Morten Skov
“Technology can amplify patient voices in ways that were never possible before.”

Morten Skov

Digital & Awareness Director

morten@sidefxhub.com
Ryan Clark
“No one should have to go through this alone. Community is everything.”

Ryan Clark

Community Director

ryan@sidefxhub.com

What we have achieved together

490+
Patients registered
60+
Countries represented
4+
Conditions covered
1+
Major research study funded

Our cause has been covered by

ReutersThe EconomistDaily MailNew York PostCBC / Radio-CanadaLe ParisienITV Good Morning BritainPeter Attia Drive
Our Story

From patients to advocates

2023

Founded

SIDEfxHUB registered as a UK charity (No. 1203385), created by patients who saw the need for a unified voice.

2024

Community built

Launched support groups, patient registry, and connected patients across 60+ countries.

2025

Research & awareness

Backed the Milano Project and brought PFS to mainstream media — including ITV's Good Morning Britain.

Next

This is where you come in

We need more people to grow our impact. Every volunteer multiplies what we can achieve.

Our Values

What drives everything we do

Patient-first. Always.

Every decision is made with patients in mind. No pharmaceutical influence. No corporate agenda. Just people helping people.

Evidence-driven action

We ground everything in science. Our advocacy is backed by peer-reviewed research, regulatory data, and real patient experiences.

Stronger together

Isolation is the biggest enemy. We build connections across borders because patients united are patients heard.

Get In Touch

Get in touch

Whether you want to volunteer, have questions, or just want to say hello — drop us a message. We reply to every single one.

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