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Dr Sonia Panchal

MBChB(Hons), MRCP(UK), (Rheumatology), FRCP (London) MSc

Rheumatologist

Live bookings available

21 years of experience

Edgbaston, B5 7UG

(+6 more)

7 connections in healthcare

4.96

/5

(37 reviews)

Live bookings available

21 years of experience

Edgbaston, B5 7UG

(+6 more)

7 connections in healthcare

Areas of expertise

Joint Pain
12
Inflammatory Arthritis
10
Osteoarthritis
5

Contact

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About Dr Sonia Panchal

Dr Sonia Panchal is a Consultant Rheumatologist with specialist training in rheumatology and general internal medicine. She has developed a clinical focus on the diagnosis and management of autoimmune, inflammatory and musculoskeletal conditions, with an emphasis on personalised, evidence-based care.

Her clinical practice includes the management of inflammatory arthritides such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, seronegative arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. She also treats a wide range of degenerative and metabolic bone conditions, including osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and Paget’s disease. In addition, she has experience managing crystal arthropathies such as gout and calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease, as well as connective tissue disorders and soft tissue conditions including tendinitis and bursitis.

Dr Panchal also provides a range of intra-articular and soft tissue injection therapies as part of her interventional rheumatology practice. Her approach combines pharmacological treatment with functional assessment and long-term disease management strategies aimed at improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Her clinical philosophy is centred on a whole-person approach to care, with a focus on understanding the broader physical, psychological and lifestyle factors that may influence inflammatory disease.

Dr Panchal places strong emphasis on patient engagement and shared decision-making, ensuring patients are fully informed and actively involved in their care. She holds a Master’s in Medical Leadership and has an interest in service development and improving patient experience within rheumatology care pathways.


Subspecialties

  • Metabolic Bone Disease
  • General (Internal) Medicine
  • Connective Tissue Disorders

Areas of expertise

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Joint Pain
12
Inflammatory Arthritis
10
Osteoarthritis
5
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
4
Rheumatology
3
Neck Pain
3
Fibromyalgia
3
Connective Tissue Disorders
3
Tendinopathy (Tendonitis)
2
Knee Pain
2
Autoimmune Diseases
2
Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS)
2
Osteoporosis
1
Sciatica
1
Hip Fractures
1
Chronic Pain
1
Lower Back Pain
1
Muscle Weakness
1
Joint Inflammation
1
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
Scleroderma
Sports Medicine
Vasculitis
Wrist Pain
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Sjögren's Syndrome
Septic Arthritis
Trigger Finger
Spondyloarthropathy
Shoulder Pain
Sarcoidosis
Rehabilitation
Reactive Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Pseudogout
Psoriatic Arthritis
Rash
Pregnancy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis
Polyarteritis Nodosa
Paget's Disease
Metabolic Bone Disease
Menopausal Joint Pain
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Interstitial Lung Disease
IBD-associated (Enteropathic) Arthritis
Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor-induced Inflammatory Arthritis (ICI-IA)
Gout
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Back Pain
Arthritis
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
Bursitis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome
Hypermobility Syndrome
Headache
Giant Cell Arteritis (Temporal Arteritis)
Behcet's Disease
Synovial Fluid Analysis
Arthritis (Foot)
Medical Report
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Video Consultation
Soft Tissue Injection
Joint Injection
Electrodiagnostic Tests
Biological Therapy

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6114950


Qualifications

MBChB(Hons)

MRCP(UK) (Rheumatology)

FRCP (London) MSc


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Gujarati

Insurers

  • General and Medical
  • The Exeter
  • Bupa
  • Cigna
  • Healix Health Services
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • WPA
  • Aviva Health
  • AXA Health
  • Vitality
  • Benenden Health
  • Bupa Global

Fees

  • New appointment

    £300
  • Follow-up appointment

    £200
*May vary on location

Locations

The Priory Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

Priory Rd,, Edgbaston, United Kingdom, B5 7UG

4.89(933 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Nuffield Health Warwickshire Hospital

Old Milverton Lane, Leamington Spa, United Kingdom, CV32 6RW

4.89(1,078 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

The Meriden Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

University Hospital Site, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, United Kingdom, CV2 2LQ

4.89(1,023 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Founders Health

11A W Halkin St, Belgravia, London, United Kingdom, SW1X 8JL

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

The Grafton Suite

Arden Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom, CV37 6NX

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital

Buckingham Road, Aylesbury, United Kingdom, HP19 9AB

4.85(34 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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The New Foscote Private Hospital

2 Foscote Rise, Banbury, United Kingdom, OX16 9XP

4.85(344 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Areas of expertise

Joint Pain
12
Inflammatory Arthritis
10
Osteoarthritis
5

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr Sonia Panchal is helpful, professional, and knowledgeable, offering clear advice and listening to patient concerns. She provides thorough assessments, and patients feel at ease, receiving reassuring advice and strong support. Her deep understanding helps patients with inflammatory arthritis, joint pain, and rheumatoid arthritis.

5
verified patient
05 Sep 2026

Listened with great care and understanding. First class consulting!

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Reply from Sonia Panchal
06 Sep 2026
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“First class consulting” is such a lovely compliment, thank you! I’m particularly glad that you felt your concerns were listened to with care and understanding. Giving patients the time to feel genuinely heard is something that matters enormously to me, so it’s wonderful to know that this came across during your consultation.

5
verified patient
05 Sep 2026

I feel much more informed, feel like I have a clear plan and importantly I feel heard.

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Reply from Sonia Panchal
06 Sep 2026
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Feeling heard is such an important part of any consultation, so I’m particularly glad that this stood out for you. It’s equally reassuring to know that you came away feeling better informed and with a clear sense of what happens next. Thank you for sharing your experience and for trusting me with your care.

5
verified patient
05 Sep 2026

I couldn’t be more impressed with Sonia’s professionalism, knowledge and personal skills. She gave me the confidence that she will exhaust all options to get to the bottom and treat the symptoms that I currently have.

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Reply from Sonia Panchal
06 Sep 2026
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It’s wonderful to hear that you came away from our consultation feeling confident and reassured about the way forward. When someone is dealing with symptoms without yet having all the answers, I think it is so important to listen carefully, look at the whole picture and explore the appropriate possibilities rather than making assumptions. Thank you for placing your trust in me. I’m very grateful for your generous words and pleased that you felt so positive about your care.

5
verified patient
03 Sep 2026

I found my visit relaxing and very informative about my condition

Reply from Sonia Panchal
06 Sep 2026
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Coming away from a consultation feeling more informed and at ease is exactly what I hope for my patients. I’m glad that our discussion helped you understand your condition more clearly and that you found the visit a positive experience. Thank you for sharing your feedback.

5
verified patient
02 Sep 2026

From the moment I met Dr Sonia Panchal for my initial consultation through to my follow-up appointment, all I can say is wow. Dr Panchal is genuinely one of the best consultants I have ever met. She is incredibly knowledgeable, informative and professional, but what truly stands out is how caring, compassionate and reassuring she is. She takes the time to listen, explain everything clearly and makes you feel completely at ease. Her expertise is exceptional, but it is her kindness and genuine care for her patients that makes her so special. If the world had more consultants like Dr Panchal, I truly believe there would be less illness and so many more people feeling supported and understood. Thank you, Dr Panchal, for everything. You are truly wonderful. Mrs KH xx

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Reply from Sonia Panchal
06 Sep 2026
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What a kind and thoughtful review, thank you. Reading your words genuinely means a great deal to me, particularly knowing that you have felt listened to, reassured and supported throughout your care. For me, good medical care is not only about having the knowledge and expertise to investigate and treat a problem. It is also about taking the time to understand the person in front of you, explaining things in a way that makes sense, and making sure they feel comfortable, involved and cared for along the way. Knowing that this is how you experienced your care is incredibly rewarding. Thank you for placing your trust in me and for taking so much time and thought to write such generous words. It is a privilege to look after you.

5
verified patient
29 Aug 2026

Dr Sonia had an open and engaging approach. The fact that she took a holistic approach was great, and she asked key questions which gave me a lot of food for thought. I felt reassured and confident in her expertise.

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30 Aug 2026
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I’m so pleased that you valued the wider, holistic approach to our consultation. Sometimes the right questions can be just as important as the answers, particularly when they help us look at things from a different perspective and understand the bigger picture. It’s lovely to know that you came away with food for thought while also feeling reassured and confident about the way forward. Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback.

5
verified patient
27 Aug 2026

Helpful visit with a thorough examination, discussion and treatment plan. Dr Panchal has a lovely professional manner. Thank you

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30 Aug 2026
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I’m really pleased that you found the appointment helpful and that the examination and discussion gave you a clear plan for moving forward. Thank you also for your lovely comment about my manner, that is especially nice to hear. I really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.

5
verified patient
22 Aug 2026

Lovely Doctor. Highly professional while being very empathic, understanding and listened to my worries and concerns. Thank you.

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Reply from Sonia Panchal
30 Aug 2026
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It means a great deal to know that you felt able to share your worries and concerns and, importantly, that you felt heard and understood. Combining thoughtful, professional care with genuine empathy is something I value enormously. Thank you for trusting me and for leaving such a lovely review.

5
verified patient
21 Aug 2026

If only all consultants had Dr Panchal’s bedside manner - if they did then the world would be a far better and much happier place! Thank you!

Reply from Sonia Panchal
30 Aug 2026
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What an incredibly lovely thing to say, this really did make me smile! Making patients feel comfortable, cared for and at ease is every bit as important to me as the clinical side of their care. Thank you for such a generous comment and for taking the time to share it, it is very much appreciated.

5
verified patient
21 Aug 2026

Dr Panchal is wonderful - I felt listened to about a longstanding issue for the first time in years, and her deep expertise gave me a sense of being in safe hands.

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Reply from Sonia Panchal
30 Aug 2026
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To hear that you felt truly listened to after dealing with a longstanding issue for so many years is incredibly meaningful. I know how important it is to feel that your concerns are being taken seriously and explored properly, particularly when you have been looking for answers for some time. I’m very glad that you left feeling reassured and in safe hands. Thank you for placing your trust in me and for such lovely words.

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Living Beyond Autoimmune Disease: An Introduction

Living Beyond Autoimmune Disease: An Introduction

Discover Dr Sonia Panchal's approach to helping people with autoimmune disease reconnect with their health, regain confidence, and create a life beyond survival.

16 June 2026

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Feeling Like Myself Again: Jan's Story

Feeling Like Myself Again: Jan's Story

Jan shares how addressing both physical health and emotional wellbeing helped her regain confidence, positivity, and a renewed outlook on life after an autoimmune diagnosis.

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From Wheelchair to Walking: Kieran's Story

From Wheelchair to Walking: Kieran's Story

Kieran shares his experience of living with necrotising myositis, the challenges of delayed diagnosis, and his journey from severe disability to walking independently again.

16 June 2026

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Getting My Life Back: Valerie's Story

Getting My Life Back: Valerie's Story

Valerie shares her experience of living with polymyalgia rheumatica and how personalised care helped her regain confidence, independence, and quality of life.

16 June 2026

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FAQ

What are Dr Sonia Panchal's reviews like?

Dr Sonia Panchal's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 37 reviews.

What languages does Dr Sonia Panchal speak?

Dr Sonia Panchal speaks English and Gujarati

Where is Dr Sonia Panchal located?

Dr Sonia Panchal primarily practices at The Priory Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Priory Rd,, Edgbaston, United Kingdom, B5 7UG
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