Dr Catherine Mathews
MBBChir, MSc, MA, FRCP
Rheumatologist
30 years of experience
London, SE3 9UD
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by Mr Yathish Shenava, Dr Balvinder Wasan and 4 other professionals
30 years of experience
London, SE3 9UD
(+2 more)
10 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Yathish Shenava, Dr Balvinder Wasan and 4 other professionals
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About Dr Catherine Mathews
Dr Catherine Mathews is an experienced Consultant Rheumatologist at The Blackheath Hospital with extensive expertise in addressing a wide spectrum of musculoskeletal diseases in both adults and children.
Dr Mathews completed her medical degree at the University of Cambridge in 1995, and undertook her specialist rheumatology training in London. She entered the General Medical Council (GMC) specialist register for rheumatology in 2006 and has been practicing as a consultant since. She currently leads her local rheumatology department and fosters close professional connections with numerous experts in their field, allowing her to provide comprehensive, interdisciplinary care to her patients.
At The Blackheath Hospital, she sees patients with a wide range of conditions that can cause joint or muscle problems including inflammatory arthritis, vasculitis, gout, back and neck conditions, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, shoulder impingement, frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel syndrome, calcium crystal diseases, giant cell arteritis and polymyalgia rheumatica. Dr Mathews has a clinical network with the Evelina Children’s Hospital, where she manages a diverse range of conditions that can young individuals, ranging from hypermobility to complex arthritis.
Dr Mathews holds the role of senior hospital director, where she oversees the training of medical students and trainee doctors across multiple specialties. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, a past President of the Rheumatology Section of the Royal Society of Medicine, and has several publications. Notably, she has played a pivotal role in authoring national guidelines for the treatment of common rheumatological conditions.
Subspecialties
- Paediatric Rheumatology
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4262619
Education
University of Cambridge
Medicine
Graduated 1995
Qualifications
MBBChir - University of Cambridge, UK in 1996
FRCP - Royal College of Physicians, UK
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £300
- Follow-up appointment: £250
Insurers
- Freedom Health Insurance
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- The Exeter
- WPA
- Bupa
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
Location
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(1581)
40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD
Reviews
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Dr Catherine Mathews listened to patients, offering clear explanations and providing a reassuring, empathetic approach. She delivered thorough reviews and precise guidance, which resulted in effective diagnoses and clear follow-up plans. Patients felt assured and understood their conditions. They appreciated her time and professional care. Consultations addressed managing various forms of joint pain, alongside rheumatic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, back pain, and autoimmune diseases.
Lovely person, great care and explained condition and simple terms. The main thing is that Dr Catherine listened.
Catherine was incredibly understanding and provided a professional and thorough review of my conditions. I felt assured being under her care and would happily return if ever needed.
Meeting Dr.Mathews was a very pleasant experience - easy to talk to - and her guidance on my problems were very clear and precise - her follow letter confirmed all the details re. my examination - I feel that a burden has been lifted off my shoulders.
Dr Mathews was calm, patient and very personable. Loved her approach - to get to the heart of the matter in a warm, reassuring way, and explain everything as she went. Appreciate the time she spent, and her approach.
I cannot recommend Dr Mathews highly enough. She listened carefully and kindly to my symptoms, asked lots of questions, then provided a clear follow up plan. So, to Dr Mathews: thank you. And to anyone out there who needs advise about their rheumatic symptoms: choose Dr Mathews.
Dr Catherine Mathews was extremely pleasant and we ended up with a diagnosis as a result my husband feels so much better I can highly recommend Dr Mathews we had a 5 star consultation
Dr Mathews was interested, empathic and present. The outcome was highly positive and life changing for my daughter's future career prospects. Huge thankyou.
I was greeted with an introduction that explained what Dr Catherine Mathews was qualified in. She did not want to see the letters from the doctors as she preferred to examine the issue so she could make her own diagnosis. This approach was backed up by the outcome that the doctors letter was not addressing the real issue. Plain X-rays and MRI scans are required to further diagnose the issue.
Endorsements
Excellent clinician with very methodical approach.I would recommend Catherine to my family and friends.
24 Nov 2023
Mr Yathish Shenava
Orthopaedic SurgeonDr Mathews is an excellent and caring physician
21 Nov 2023
Dr Balvinder Wasan
CardiologistCatherine is an excellent colleague and experienced rheumatologist. She is personable, approachable and evidence-based in her practice. I have no hesitation in recommending her!
11 Nov 2023
Dr John O'Donohue
GastroenterologistFabulous colleague and excellent rheumatology opinion. Highly recommended!
06 Nov 2023
Dr Vishal Saxena
Gastroenterologist
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What are Dr Catherine Mathews's reviews like?
Dr Catherine Mathews's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 21 reviews.
What languages does Dr Catherine Mathews speak?
Dr Catherine Mathews speaks English
Where is Dr Catherine Mathews located?
Dr Catherine Mathews primarily practices at The Blackheath Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at 40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD
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