What is osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis is a long-term disease that causes the cartilage in your joints to break down, resulting in pain and stiffness. It is usually a result of wear and tear on the joints, but it can also be caused by injury or infection. The symptoms of osteoarthritis vary...The role of biologics in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is a condition that causes pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints. It can also cause pain and fatigue, as well as affect other parts of the body such as the eyes and chest. This inflammation can be triggered by an overactive immune system that...How to diagnose arthritis
Arthritis involves pain and inflammation in a person’s joints, which might worsen over time and lead to chronic difficulties without treatment. For this reason, it’s important you get a comprehensive diagnosis; and a big part of this is understanding how the...How rTMS is helping fibromyalgia patients
There are unfortunately not many treatment options available for people with fibromyalgia, which might leave someone at the mercy of a potential flare-up. Doctors recommend lifestyle changes, and some medications, to alleviate symptoms – but there’s little they can do...Dr Stephanie Barrett
Consultant Physician and Rheumatologist in London
MB, ChB, MD, FRCP
GMC No. 2825957
- President of the Royal Society of Medicine, Rheumatology Division, 2017-18
- Member of Council and Trustee at the Royal Society of Medicine
- Member of Council, Rheumatology Section of the Royal Society of Medicine