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Early warning signs of osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, affecting millions of people across the globe. It often affects joints in the hands, hips and knees and occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of our bones gradually deteriorates. When the cartilage wears...
How to find a private rheumatologist in London
Rheumatologists are a group of medical practitioners who specialise in treating various conditions related to the joints, bones, and muscles. There are many ways to find a Rheumatologist in London, and here we will discuss the best way to do it. What to look for When...
Early signs of Arthritis
Arthritis is an umbrella term for conditions that affect joints and their surrounding tissues. A joint is an area where bones connect, such as the knees, hips and shoulders. It can cause pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints. Some individuals with arthritis also...
Steroid Injections for Arthritis Patients
Individuals with serve arthritis have multiple treatment options available to them, including steroid injections. The most common type of injection is an intra-articular injection. This can be used to treat arthritis in any joint in the body but is most commonly used...
What is carpal tunnel syndrome?
When the median nerve travels from the arm into the hand and is pinched at the wrist, a painful condition known as carpal tunnel syndrome develops. Pain, tingling, and numbness in the hand and fingers are often experienced also. There is no one cause of the syndrome....
Causes of lateral hip pain
Lateral hip pain, or pain that affects the outer side of the hip, can be debilitating. Often, it can be difficult to decipher what is causing it, making finding effective treatments challenging and leaving the sufferer in prolonged pain. In this blog, we will identify...
What are hypermobility spectrum disorders?
Hypermobility spectrum disorders are often misunderstood and misdiagnosed conditions that affect more than just movement - they can alter the quality of a person’s life depending on their severity. Here, we will run through what hypermobility spectrum disorders are...
What is gout and how is it treated?
Gout is one of the most common medical conditions people suffer from and something you might be dealing with yourself. It is a painful condition and one that must be treated effectively. To combat gout, it is first key to not only understand what it is but also the...
Finding a rheumatologist in London
Finding a rheumatologist in London is not an easy task. Not only are there many factors to consider when choosing a doctor, but also finding one that is accepting new patients can be challenging. Below we have outlined several ways to find the best rheumatologist for...
What exactly is Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is a rheumatological condition. It’s a chronic syndrome that causes pain and discomfort throughout the body and extreme tiredness but there are many other symptoms that vary from one person to the next. Knowing what exactly fibromyalgia is may just be the...
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