Overview

Our rheumatology department is one of the largest departments in the UK.

We diagnose and treat:

• arthritis causing inflammation, such as rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis
• lupus and other connective tissue diseases, such as vasculitis and myositis 
• metabolic bone diseases, such as complex osteoporosis. These conditions make bones weak and more likely to break
• inflammatory spinal disease

Our team includes:

• consultants
• advanced nurse practitioners
• clinical nurse specialists
• physiotherapists
• psychologists
• pharmacists
• infusion suite nurses
• nursing assistants
• administrative and management staff

Our lupus team runs clinics with our cardiology, dermatology, kidney and neurology services. 

We also provide a young adults rheumatology service to help with the move from children's to adult services.

We run a number of specialist clinics.

Health information

Read about what to expect when starting on biologic or advanced therapy for your autoimmune condition.

Our consultants

Sangita Agarwal, consultant rheumatologist

Rachel Byng-Maddick, consultant rheumatologist

Matthew Brown, consultant rheumatologist

Andrew Cope, consultant rheumatologist

David D'Cruz, consultant rheumatologist

Michelle Fernando, consultant rheumatologist

Toby Garrood, consultant rheumatologist

Frances Humby, consultant rheumatologist

Bruce Kirkham, consultant rheumatologist

Begona Lopez, consultant rheumatologist

Bina Menon, consultant rheumatologist

Nora Ng, consultant rheumatologist

Charles Raine, consultant rheumatologist

Giovanni Sanna, consultant rheumatologist

Sujith Subesinghe, consultant rheumatologist

Tim Vyse, consultant rheumatologist

Frances Williams, professor of genomic epidemiology and honorary consultant rheumatologist

Research and clinical trials

Research is vital to improving the care that you receive when you're unwell. You can help improve healthcare by taking part in research studies at our Trust. During your appointment, ask your healthcare professional about research. They'll be happy to tell you about research studies you could be eligible to join.

You can also email lupusrheumatologyresearch@gstt.nhs.uk for more information.