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What Does a Rheumatologist Do?
A rheumatologist or consultant rheumatologist is a specialist doctor. They are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis and related conditions. Patients are often referred to a rheumatologist by their GP. If you need further testing to confirm a diagnosis...
Consultant Rheumatologist in London
Dr Stephanie Barrett is a Consultant Rheumatologist based in London About Dr Stephanie Barrett Dr Stephanie Barrett has over 17 years consultant grade experience, as a consultant rheumatologist. Her background was as the clinical lead rheumatologist at the Chelsea and...
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful condition which causes uncomfortable and painful sensations in the thumb and fingers. It is a condition where the median nerve is squeezed as it passes through the wrist. The median nerve is key to controlling the thumb. What are...
What are Steroid Injections?
Steroids are naturally occurring chemicals in the human body, but they can also be man-made for medical treatment. Steroid injections are commonly used in the treatment of a range of rheumatic conditions. Man-made steroids act like the body’s natural version and work...
President of the Royal Society of Medicine, Rheumatology Division – Dr Stephanie Barrett
Dr Stephanie Barrett: Consultant physician and rheumatologist in London Dr Barrett is the President of the Royal Society of Medicine, Rheumatology Division and held a conference on the Roadblocks to effective treatment of early inflammatory arthritis. This was held on...
Treating Soft Tissue Musculoskeletal Pain
Soft tissue musculoskeletal pain is a symptom of many conditions and can be extremely painful to live with, without treatment. It is usually felt in tissues around sore bones and joints and can be difficult to pinpoint or diagnose. It usually comes from the muscles...
Steroid Injections for Arthritis
Many arthritis patients will be given the option of steroid injections as part of their pain management plan. Steroid mixtures and doses vary from patient to patient, but you can be sure your doctor will be able to make the right decision for your needs. Steroid...
Understanding and Managing Shoulder Pain
In most cases shoulder pain is not something to worry about. It is usually a short-term experience and only effects a small area of the shoulder. It can be caused by many things from inflammation to injury to tension in the neck muscles due to poor posture. If there...
Analgesics for Managing Arthritis
Analgesics are a common group of painkillers often prescribed in different doses for arthritis. Below we’re looking at the main groups of analgesics for a better understanding of their use. Most arthritis patients will have a prescription of at least one of these...
Understanding Arthritis in Toe Joints
Arthritis commonly attacks smaller joints in the body and this includes the toes. Arthritis in toe joints can be extremely painful and can lead to swelling and deformation over time. Toe arthritis is caused by the toe joint becoming inflamed. Injuries and trauma can...
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