The rheumatology service focuses on the diagnosis and management of inflammatory and degenerative joint disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis and soft tissue rheumatology, for example frozen shoulder.
Range Of Services
Investigation and management of inflammatory joint disease and connective tissue disorders
Investigation and management of soft tissue rheumatism
Investigation and management of back pain
In-patient rehabilitation service for patients with ankylosing spondylitis and rheumatoid arthritis
Multi-disciplinary management of chronic rheumatic disorders in liaison with experienced orthopaedic physiotherapists, occupational therapists and clinical psychologists
Telephone hotline advisory service with Rheumatology Nurse Specialist
Close collaboration with orthopaedic surgeons
Combined Clinics/Close collaboration with physiotherapists, occupational therapists & podiatrists
Consultants
Dr Roger Wolman
Dr Richard Sturge (locum)
Key Contacts
Rheumatology Secretary (Stanmore), Mrs Jan Watling, Tel 020 8909 5894
Fax 020 8954 0578
Rheumatology Secretary (Stanmore), Mrs Ruth Essen, Tel 020 8909 6799
Rheumatology Nurse Specialist, Mrs Ann Allsworth, Tel 020 8909 5461
(or 020 8954 2300 bleep 709)
Fax 020 8420 7487
