Best Rheumatologists in India

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Listing 57 verified top Rheumatologists in India, experienced in diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions.

Dr. Deonis Xess

Dr. Deonis Xess

Ranchi, India
24+ years of experience
Consultant
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  • Dr. Deonis Xess is a reputed Rheumatologist with 24 years of experience.
  • He specialises in treating arthritis, rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis, muscular dystrophies, and conditions like Paget’s disease, polymyalgia rheumatica, and CAPS syndrome.
  • He completed his MBBS from Patna Medical College in 2000 and an MD from the same institution in 2004.
  • He later pursued a Fellowship in Rheumatology and became a Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology.
  • Dr. Deonis is a member of the Indian Rheumatology Association and the European Union of the Association of Rheumatology.
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  • Dr. Deonis Xess is a reputed Rheumatologist with 24 years of experience.
  • He specialises in treating arthritis, rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis, muscular dystrophies, and conditions like Paget’s disease, polymyalgia rheumatica, and CAPS syndrome.
  • He completed his MBBS from Patna Medical College in 2000 and an MD from the same institution in 2004.
  • He later pursued a Fellowship in Rheumatology and became a Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology.
  • Dr. Deonis is a member of the Indian Rheumatology Association and the European Union of the Association of Rheumatology.
Dr. Pradeep R Kumar

Dr. Pradeep R Kumar

Bangalore, India
27+ years of experience
Senior Consultant
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  • Dr. Pradeep R Kumar is a leading Rheumatologist with over 26 years of experience.
  • He specializes in Morbidity in Rheumatic Diseases, Autoimmunity, Pain Management, Sports Medicine, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Viscosupplementation, Gout And Pseudogout.
  • He did his MBBS from Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai, 1997 and then moved to the U.K. for his Master's in Rheumatology.
  • He is a member of various prestigious organizations and societies like the Scottish Society for Rheumatology, the British Society for Rheumatology, the Royal College of Physicians (Edinburgh), the Scottish Academic Rheumatologist (SCAR), Scottish and Irish Registry on Ankylosing Spondylitis (SIRAS), and Indian Rheumatology Association.
  • He has presented papers at numerous international and national conferences.
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  • Dr. Pradeep R Kumar is a leading Rheumatologist with over 26 years of experience.
  • He specializes in Morbidity in Rheumatic Diseases, Autoimmunity, Pain Management, Sports Medicine, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Viscosupplementation, Gout And Pseudogout.
  • He did his MBBS from Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai, 1997 and then moved to the U.K. for his Master's in Rheumatology.
  • He is a member of various prestigious organizations and societies like the Scottish Society for Rheumatology, the British Society for Rheumatology, the Royal College of Physicians (Edinburgh), the Scottish Academic Rheumatologist (SCAR), Scottish and Irish Registry on Ankylosing Spondylitis (SIRAS), and Indian Rheumatology Association.
  • He has presented papers at numerous international and national conferences.
Prof. Dr. M. M. Kavitha

Prof. Dr. M. M. Kavitha

Chennai, India
20+ years of experience
Consultant
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  • Prof. Dr. M. M. Kavitha is a well-known Rheumatologist with more than 20 years of experience.
  • Her areas of expertise are treating vasculitis, scleroderma, lupus as well as acute, inflammatory, and rheumatoid arthritis.
  • Prof. Dr. Kavitha also treats rare and autoimmune rheumatic disorders, including antiphospholipid syndrome, myositis, sarcoidosis, macrophage activation syndrome, and IgG4-related diseases.
  • She holds expertise in treating repeated pregnancy loss occurring due to antiphospholipid syndrome.
  • Prof. Dr. Kavitha did her MBBS in 2004 from Madras Medical College and MD (General Medicine) in 2008 from Thanjavur Medical College.
  • Later, she pursued a DNB (General Medicine) from the National Board of Examinations and a DM (Rheumatology) in 2016 from Madras Medical College.
  • She also completed a Specialty Certificate Examination in Rheumatology in 2022 from the Royal College of Physicians (UK).
  • Prof. Dr. Kavitha was awarded the Balfour Memorial Gold Medal during her MBBS and a Gold Medal during her MD.
  • Her article was recognised as the Best Original Article of the year in 2016 and 2022 by the Indian Journal of Rheumatology.
  • Prof. Dr. Kavitha has authored over 25 publications and is a member of the Indian Medical Association.
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  • Prof. Dr. M. M. Kavitha is a well-known Rheumatologist with more than 20 years of experience.
  • Her areas of expertise are treating vasculitis, scleroderma, lupus as well as acute, inflammatory, and rheumatoid arthritis.
  • Prof. Dr. Kavitha also treats rare and autoimmune rheumatic disorders, including antiphospholipid syndrome, myositis, sarcoidosis, macrophage activation syndrome, and IgG4-related diseases.
  • She holds expertise in treating repeated pregnancy loss occurring due to antiphospholipid syndrome.
  • Prof. Dr. Kavitha did her MBBS in 2004 from Madras Medical College and MD (General Medicine) in 2008 from Thanjavur Medical College.
  • Later, she pursued a DNB (General Medicine) from the National Board of Examinations and a DM (Rheumatology) in 2016 from Madras Medical College.
  • She also completed a Specialty Certificate Examination in Rheumatology in 2022 from the Royal College of Physicians (UK).
  • Prof. Dr. Kavitha was awarded the Balfour Memorial Gold Medal during her MBBS and a Gold Medal during her MD.
  • Her article was recognised as the Best Original Article of the year in 2016 and 2022 by the Indian Journal of Rheumatology.
  • Prof. Dr. Kavitha has authored over 25 publications and is a member of the Indian Medical Association.
Dr. Anu Daber

Dr. Anu Daber

Gurgaon, India
14+ years of experience
Consultant
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  • Dr. Anu Daber is a highly skilled Rheumatologist and Clinical Immunologist with over 14 years of experience in diagnosing and treating autoimmune and rheumatological disorders.
  • She has successfully managed over 10,000 patients with arthritis and related conditions.
  • Her expertise includes the management of rheumatoid arthritis, lupus (SLE), myositis, scleroderma, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, sarcoidosis, vasculitis, osteoporosis, and other autoimmune diseases.
  • Dr. Daber has received extensive training in minimally invasive procedures, including intra-articular and intralesional injections, carpal tunnel injections, and various biopsies (skin, muscle, lip, and nerve).
  • She is also undergoing advanced musculoskeletal ultrasound training under EULAR after completing basic and intermediate courses with the Indian Rheumatology Association.
  • She has published extensively in national and international journals and has won numerous awards for her academic excellence.
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  • Dr. Anu Daber is a highly skilled Rheumatologist and Clinical Immunologist with over 14 years of experience in diagnosing and treating autoimmune and rheumatological disorders.
  • She has successfully managed over 10,000 patients with arthritis and related conditions.
  • Her expertise includes the management of rheumatoid arthritis, lupus (SLE), myositis, scleroderma, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, sarcoidosis, vasculitis, osteoporosis, and other autoimmune diseases.
  • Dr. Daber has received extensive training in minimally invasive procedures, including intra-articular and intralesional injections, carpal tunnel injections, and various biopsies (skin, muscle, lip, and nerve).
  • She is also undergoing advanced musculoskeletal ultrasound training under EULAR after completing basic and intermediate courses with the Indian Rheumatology Association.
  • She has published extensively in national and international journals and has won numerous awards for her academic excellence.

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Dr. Madhuri H. Radhakrishna

Dr. Madhuri H. Radhakrishna

Hyderabad, India
13+ years of experience
Consultant
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Dr. Madhuri H. Radhakrishna is a distinguished Rheumatologist with 13 years of dedicated experience in diagnosing and managing complex rheumatic conditions. She is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care, demonstrating extensive expertise across the spectrum of rheumatological diseases, with a particular focus on reproductive rheumatology and interstitial lung disease related to connective tissue diseases (CTD-ILD).

Why Choose Dr. Radhakrishna?

  • Extensive Clinical Experience: With 13+ years dedicated to rheumatology, Dr. Radhakrishna expertly manages a wide range of conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjögren’s syndrome, systemic sclerosis, myositis, ankylosing spondylitis, sarcoidosis, gout, and more.
  • Specialised Focus Areas: Possesses deep expertise in reproductive rheumatology and the management of connective tissue disease-related interstitial lung disease (CTD-ILD), offering best care for complex patient needs.
  • Commitment to Comprehensive Management: Dedicated to providing thorough diagnosis, personalised treatment plans, and ongoing management for patients with diverse rheumatological conditions.
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Dr. Madhuri H. Radhakrishna is a distinguished Rheumatologist with 13 years of dedicated experience in diagnosing and managing complex rheumatic conditions. She is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care, demonstrating extensive expertise across the spectrum of rheumatological diseases, with a particular focus on reproductive rheumatology and interstitial lung disease related to connective tissue diseases (CTD-ILD).

Why Choose Dr. Radhakrishna?

  • Extensive Clinical Experience: With 13+ years dedicated to rheumatology, Dr. Radhakrishna expertly manages a wide range of conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjögren’s syndrome, systemic sclerosis, myositis, ankylosing spondylitis, sarcoidosis, gout, and more.
  • Specialised Focus Areas: Possesses deep expertise in reproductive rheumatology and the management of connective tissue disease-related interstitial lung disease (CTD-ILD), offering best care for complex patient needs.
  • Commitment to Comprehensive Management: Dedicated to providing thorough diagnosis, personalised treatment plans, and ongoing management for patients with diverse rheumatological conditions.
Dr. Sakshi Mittal

Dr. Sakshi Mittal

New Delhi, India
11+ years of experience
Senior Resident
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  • Dr. Sakshi Mittal is a renowned Rheumatologist with an experience of 11 years.
  • She specializes in diagnosing and managing autoimmune disorders associated with joint pain and inflammation, such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, Gout, SLE, etc.
  • After completing her MBBS in 2011 from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, she completed her MD in 2015 (General Medicine) from Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, Delhi.
  • In 2020, Dr. Mittal completed DM (Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology) from PGIMER, Chandigarh.
  • She has published numerous research papers in prestigious international journals
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  • Dr. Sakshi Mittal is a renowned Rheumatologist with an experience of 11 years.
  • She specializes in diagnosing and managing autoimmune disorders associated with joint pain and inflammation, such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, Gout, SLE, etc.
  • After completing her MBBS in 2011 from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, she completed her MD in 2015 (General Medicine) from Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, Delhi.
  • In 2020, Dr. Mittal completed DM (Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology) from PGIMER, Chandigarh.
  • She has published numerous research papers in prestigious international journals
Dr. Suvrat Arya

Dr. Suvrat Arya

Paediatric Rheumatologist
Noida, India
7+ years of experience
Senior Consultant
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  • Dr. Suvrat Arya is a well-known Rhematologist with 15 years of experience.
  • His expertise lies in intra-articular (joint) injections, joint aspirations, performing minor salivary gland biopsy with suture-less technique, skin and nerve biopsies. 
  • After his MBBS from University College of Medical Sciences (UCMS), Delhi, he did MD in Internal Medicine from Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (PGIMS), Rohtak.
  • Dr. Arya then did DM in clinical immunology & rheumatology from Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS), Lucknow.
  • He also received post-doctoral fellowships from Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, India and Indo-UK Fellowship.
  • He has been awarded with gold medals in his MBBS and DM.
  • Dr. Arya is a renowned member of Indian Rheumatology Association and Indian Medical Association.
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  • Dr. Suvrat Arya is a well-known Rhematologist with 15 years of experience.
  • His expertise lies in intra-articular (joint) injections, joint aspirations, performing minor salivary gland biopsy with suture-less technique, skin and nerve biopsies. 
  • After his MBBS from University College of Medical Sciences (UCMS), Delhi, he did MD in Internal Medicine from Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (PGIMS), Rohtak.
  • Dr. Arya then did DM in clinical immunology & rheumatology from Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS), Lucknow.
  • He also received post-doctoral fellowships from Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, India and Indo-UK Fellowship.
  • He has been awarded with gold medals in his MBBS and DM.
  • Dr. Arya is a renowned member of Indian Rheumatology Association and Indian Medical Association.
Dr. Bharat K Singh

Dr. Bharat K Singh

Jaipur, India
6+ years of experience
Senior Consultant
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  • Dr. Bharat K Singh is a well-known Rheumatologist and Immunologist with over 14 years of experience.
  • He deals with all Autoimmune Disorders, various kinds of Inflammatory arthritis and degenerative arthritis, Immunodeficiency, and allergies, with a special interest in Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus), Vasculitis and Ankylosing Spondylitis.
  • He completed his MBBS and MD from Dr SN Medical College, Jodhpur.
  • Dr. Bharat further achieved a DM in Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology from the prestigious Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research, Puducherry, where he trained extensively in both adult and pediatric rheumatology.
  • He also trained at King George Medical University with a special focus on degenerative and crystal arthropathies.
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  • Dr. Bharat K Singh is a well-known Rheumatologist and Immunologist with over 14 years of experience.
  • He deals with all Autoimmune Disorders, various kinds of Inflammatory arthritis and degenerative arthritis, Immunodeficiency, and allergies, with a special interest in Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus), Vasculitis and Ankylosing Spondylitis.
  • He completed his MBBS and MD from Dr SN Medical College, Jodhpur.
  • Dr. Bharat further achieved a DM in Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology from the prestigious Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research, Puducherry, where he trained extensively in both adult and pediatric rheumatology.
  • He also trained at King George Medical University with a special focus on degenerative and crystal arthropathies.
Dr. Sujata Sawhney

Dr. Sujata Sawhney

Paediatric Rheumatologist
New Delhi, India
38+ years of experience
Senior Consultant
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  • Dr. Sujata Sawhney is a paediatric rheumatologist with 34+ years of experience.
  • She completed MBBS from AFMC, Pune and completed MD in Pediatrics.
  • She served the Indian Navy for five years.
  • She completed MRCP from UK and training in Pediatric Rheumatology at the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London.
  • On completion of her training program, she was awarded the CCST (Completion Certificate of specialist training) from the UK Medical Royal Colleges.
  • She is one of the few pediatric rheumatologists who use nail fold capillaroscopy.
  • Dr. Sujata has penned several publications for indexed journals.
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  • Dr. Sujata Sawhney is a paediatric rheumatologist with 34+ years of experience.
  • She completed MBBS from AFMC, Pune and completed MD in Pediatrics.
  • She served the Indian Navy for five years.
  • She completed MRCP from UK and training in Pediatric Rheumatology at the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London.
  • On completion of her training program, she was awarded the CCST (Completion Certificate of specialist training) from the UK Medical Royal Colleges.
  • She is one of the few pediatric rheumatologists who use nail fold capillaroscopy.
  • Dr. Sujata has penned several publications for indexed journals.
Dr. Sanjeev Kapoor

Dr. Sanjeev Kapoor

New Delhi, India
27+ years of experience
Senior Consultant
4.9 (89 Ratings)
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  • Dr. Sanjeev Kapoor is a rheumatologist with 23+ years of experience.
  • His areas of experience include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, tendinitis, chronic back pain, lupus, Sjogrens and Scleroderma.
  • He completed his graduation from prestigious college in India and DM in Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology from SGPGI, Lucknow.
  • He has penned several publications which are published in indexed journals.
  • Dr. Sanjeev has presented research papers related to rheumatology at many conferences organized in India.
  • He has worked with renowned and multi-specialty hospitals of India.
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  • Dr. Sanjeev Kapoor is a rheumatologist with 23+ years of experience.
  • His areas of experience include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, tendinitis, chronic back pain, lupus, Sjogrens and Scleroderma.
  • He completed his graduation from prestigious college in India and DM in Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology from SGPGI, Lucknow.
  • He has penned several publications which are published in indexed journals.
  • Dr. Sanjeev has presented research papers related to rheumatology at many conferences organized in India.
  • He has worked with renowned and multi-specialty hospitals of India.
Dr. Shri Ram Garg

Dr. Shri Ram Garg

New Delhi, India
15+ years of experience
Consultant
4.4 (14 Ratings)
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  • Dr. Shri Ram Garg is a rheumatologist with 11+ years of experience.
  • He is a member of RA and Pediatric Rheumatology Association.
  • He has attended many conferences and has been faculty/ speaker at various conferences.
  • His areas of expertise include all type of arthritics, ankolizing, chronic back pain, tendinitis, lupus, Sjogrens and Scleroderma.
  • After completing his MBBS and MD from prestigious college, he completed his fellowship in Eular Rheumatology and PG course in rheumatology from John Hopkins, USA.
  • Dr. Shri Ram has penned several publications for indexed journals.
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  • Dr. Shri Ram Garg is a rheumatologist with 11+ years of experience.
  • He is a member of RA and Pediatric Rheumatology Association.
  • He has attended many conferences and has been faculty/ speaker at various conferences.
  • His areas of expertise include all type of arthritics, ankolizing, chronic back pain, tendinitis, lupus, Sjogrens and Scleroderma.
  • After completing his MBBS and MD from prestigious college, he completed his fellowship in Eular Rheumatology and PG course in rheumatology from John Hopkins, USA.
  • Dr. Shri Ram has penned several publications for indexed journals.
Dr. Prashanth Bafna

Dr. Prashanth Bafna

Bangalore, India
11+ years of experience
Consultant
4.8 (25 Ratings)
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  • Dr. Prashanth Bafna is a well-known Rheumatologist and Immunologist with 8+ experience.
  • After completing MBBS from SDM Medical College and Hospital, Dharwad, he pursued MD in General Medicine from JIPMER University, Puducherry. After that, he pursued a DM degree in Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology at King George’s Medical University. 
  • His areas of special interest include management of rheumatoid arthritis, connective tissue disorder, spondyloarthritis, vasculitis, paediatric rheumatologic illness, osteoporosis, and fibromyalgia.
  • He is a member of the Indian Rheumatology Association, Karnataka Rheumatology Association & Indian Medical Association.
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  • Dr. Prashanth Bafna is a well-known Rheumatologist and Immunologist with 8+ experience.
  • After completing MBBS from SDM Medical College and Hospital, Dharwad, he pursued MD in General Medicine from JIPMER University, Puducherry. After that, he pursued a DM degree in Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology at King George’s Medical University. 
  • His areas of special interest include management of rheumatoid arthritis, connective tissue disorder, spondyloarthritis, vasculitis, paediatric rheumatologic illness, osteoporosis, and fibromyalgia.
  • He is a member of the Indian Rheumatology Association, Karnataka Rheumatology Association & Indian Medical Association.

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Who are the best Rheumatologists in India?

Here are some of the best rheumatologists in India, specialising in advanced treatments for rheumatic conditions:

  • Naval Mendiratta from Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon
  • Sandeep Kumar Upadhyaya from Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
  • Rajiva Gupta from Medanta - The Medicity, Gurgaon
  • Jyotsna Oak from Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai 
  • Rajasekar B from Apollo Hospitals, Chennai

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Following are the latest advancements in rheumatology treatments in India:

  • Stem cell therapy
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  • Minimally Invasive Procedures such as arthroscopy and ultrasound-guided injections

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