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Dr Stephanie Barrett
Consultant Rheumatologist – Appointments available ‘face to face’, video or telephone
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Dr Barrett has been featured on TV, in a number of national magazines, newspapers and onlines
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Dr Stephanie Barrett
Consultant physician and rheumatologist in London
President of the Royal Society of Medicine, Rheumatology Division, 2017-18
Member of Council and Trustee of the Royal Society of Medicine
Speciality: Rheumatology
Sub Specialities: Inflammatory arthritis, Osteoporosis, Vitamin D deficiency, Gout, Womens’ Health, Workplace related limb pain, Widespread pain and fibromyalgia
As a Consultant physician and rheumatologist Dr Stephanie Barrett is well positioned in the industry to ensure each of her clients gets the finest treatment. If you require help and treatment for a rheumatological condition then Dr Stephanie Barrett may be the person you’re referred to and you can be assured her clinics provide direct and therapeutic support to help treat and manage your condition.
Memberships
Member of Council and Trustee of The Royal Society of Medicine
Dr Stephanie Barrett is a member of Top Doctors
Appointments
Tel: 0207 730 8508
Fax: 0207 692 7826
Email: enquiries@drstephaniebarrett.com
In The Press
Dr Stephanie Barrett has also been featured in various magazines such as Tatler and Vogue.
Dr Stephanie Barrett ensures each of her clients gets the finest treatment. If you require help and treatment for a rheumatological condition please get in touch.
Conditions:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Osteoporosis
- Lateral Hip Pain
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Soft Tissue Problems
- Tennis Elbow (Lateral epicondylitis)
- Shoulder Pain
- Trigger Finger
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Osteoarthritis
- Gout
- Sports Injuries
- Back Pain
- Connective Tissues Diseases
- Soft Tissue Musculoskeletal Pain
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Vitamin D deficiency
Treatments:
- 6 monthly Injections for the treatment of osteoporosis
- Injections of vitamin D
- Joint injections
- Soft tissue injections
- DMARDs
- Drugs
- Analgesics
- NSAIDs
- Steroid Injections
- Physical Therapy
- Surgery
- Exercise
- Healthy Eating
Tests for:
- Osteoporosis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Gout
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- Osteoarthritis
- Painful soft tissue rheumatism (hips, elbows, knees, plantar fascia/heels, shoulders)
Dr Stephanie Barrett runs outpatient clinics at:
T: 020 7730 8508 T: 020 7730 8508The London Consulting RoomsChelsea Outpatient CentreThe London Consulting Rooms
2nd Floor
116 Harley Street
London
W1G 7JL
F: 020 7692 7826
E: enquiries@drstephaniebarrett.com Chelsea Outpatient Centre
280 King’s Road
Chelsea
London
SW3 5AW
F: 020 7692 7826
E: enquiries@drstephaniebarrett.com
Testimonials
Dr RZ
I have known Dr Stephanie Barrett for more than 12 years and at all times she has been a most agreeable colleague and has dealt with my rheumatology patients promptly and expertly.
Dr KB
Dr Stephanie Barrett is a fantastic Rheumatologist. She listens carefully, investigates thoroughly and is proactive in her management. I recommend her very highly to my patients and chose her to see myself as a patient when I required the opinion of a Rheumatologist.
Lady H R
Dr Stephanie Barrett is a very special doctor who takes time and effort to devote to her patients, and goes out of her way to give them personal attention. It is a rarity in doctors’ busy lives today. I have enjoyed her care and understanding, and her empathy with people who are in pain.
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Rheumatologist based in London
Dr Stephanie Barrett is a consultant physician and rheumatologist based in London. Speciality: Rheumatology Sub Specialities: Inflammatory arthritis, Osteoporosis, Vitamin D deficiency Gout, Womens’ Health, Workplace related limb pain, Widespread pain and fibromyalgia...
How Can I Help My Foot Pain?
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Rheumatologist in London
Dr Stephanie Barrett is a Consultant physician and rheumatologist practicing in London. Dr Barrett is a member of the following: - British Society of Rheumatology - Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (London) - British Medical Association (elected member of...
Looking for a Rheumatologist in London?
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 Westminster Hospital for 8 years. She led a large team of doctors, 4...
The Safety of TMS
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The London Clinic Newsletter
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Topic Of The Month
Exercise and Pain: Managing Working out with Arthritis
.It is indisputable that exercise is crucial when living with arthritis. However, when you’re in pain it can be difficult to know how to exercise and whether you should at all. Moderate exercise can help relieve the symptoms of arthritis and even improve mobility and...
January Topic of the Month: Exercise for Arthritis
We have discussed exercise for arthritis on this blog and website many times. We’ve chosen it as our first topic of the month for 2018 because it cannot be underestimated. Exercise can really improve the symptoms for many arthritis patients and it also boosts energy,...
December Topic of the Month: Healthy Eating for Arthritis
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Topic of the Month with Dr Stephanie Barrett
Topic of the Month For a long time, this blog has shared the latest news and developments in relation to rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and related conditions. Dr Barrett’s experience as a consultant rheumatologist has allowed us to share a wealth of knowledge...
Topic Of The Month
I will be starting a Topic Of The Month starting in November. If you have any topics that you would like to know more about then please contact me and I will see how I can help. Due to the amount of enquiries I will not be able to answer all questions but hope to...
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