Dr David Crosbie

Dr David Crosbie is an experienced Consultant Rheumatologist who provides expert clinical care for patients living with complex musculoskeletal and autoimmune conditions. As a leading Specialist in Rheumatology, he focuses on delivering personalised, patient-centred treatment plans that aim to alleviate pain, restore joint function, and enhance quality of life. Dr Crosbie works closely with multidisciplinary clinical teams to ensure comprehensive and compassionate care throughout every stage of a patient's diagnostic and therapeutic journey.

In his clinical practice, Dr Crosbie manages a broad range of rheumatological disorders, with specific clinical interest in inflammatory arthritis, including psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and axial spondyloarthritis. He also possesses expertise in autoimmune connective tissue diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus, as well as metabolic joint disorders like gout and its management in complex patient populations. Dr Crosbie stays at the forefront of modern therapeutic advancements, prescribing biological therapies and targeted disease-modifying medications to manage active disease and prevent long-term joint damage.

Dr Crosbie completed his medical training and earned a Bachelor of Science degree before attaining Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians. Alongside his clinical work, he is actively involved in medical education and clinical research as an Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer, helping train future doctors and contributing to research studies in inflammatory diseases. He maintains active professional involvement as Treasurer of the Scottish Society for Rheumatology and as a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, reflecting his commitment to advancing standards of rheumatological care.