Dr Ajay Bhatia

Dr Ajay Bhatia is a highly regarded Consultant Rheumatologist and Clinical Lead who is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centred care for individuals experiencing complex autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions. With a deep clinical focus on inflammatory disorders, he specialises in the diagnosis and long-term management of a wide range of conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, and osteoporosis. His clinical expertise also extends to rarer and more complex systemic diseases, such as systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus), systemic sclerosis (scleroderma), and vasculitis.

Adopting a holistic and reassuring approach to patient care, Dr Bhatia focuses on improving his patients' overall quality of life. He is highly skilled in utilising advanced diagnostic techniques, including laboratory testing and modern imaging, to ensure early and accurate diagnoses. His treatment strategies are highly personalised, often incorporating the latest biologic therapies to effectively control inflammation and prevent progressive joint damage. Additionally, he performs diagnostic and therapeutic joint and soft tissue injections, as well as joint aspirations, to provide targeted relief and manage symptoms.

Dr Bhatia is a Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) and actively participates in continuing professional development to ensure his practice remains at the forefront of modern rheumatology. Alongside his clinical duties, he is deeply committed to clinical research and medical education. He has contributed to several research works, with a particular interest in patient education regarding cardiovascular risks associated with rheumatoid arthritis, as well as the management of Lyme arthritis. He frequently collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, including physiotherapists, dermatologists, and orthopaedic specialists, to co-ordinate seamless, high-quality care for his patients.