Rheumatology involves looking at the bigger picture and taking into account many different symptoms throughout the body, to come up with a meaningful diagnosis and treatment plan. My NHS practice at Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust, involves the review of patients with a variety of musculoskeletal complaints, where they can also become involved in clinical trials and research.

At The University of Manchester, I carry out an active programme of translational research in the field of autoimmune connective tissue disease, with research interests in genetic, epidemiological and translational aspects of adult idiopathic inflammatory myopathy.

My full list of publications can be found here: National Library of Medicine.

I see general musculoskeletal and rheumatology patients, with a special interest in autoimmune inflammatory myopathy (myositis), connective tissue disease and psoriatic arthritis. My clinical experience is important, as patients are often concerned that they may have a rare or uncommon disorder, when the ensuing diagnosis may be something more straightforward.

I maintain an excellent working relationship with the other experts at the OrthTeam Centre, and can offer patients a considered opinion regarding musculoskeletal symptoms, joint injections, prescriptions and onward referrals, where appropriate. Many rheumatic diseases cannot be cured, but accurate diagnosis, focused management/treatment, and a holistic approach can empower patients to significantly improve pain levels, disability and quality of life.