Rheumatology Service
Welcome to the Rheumatology Service
The rheumatology team looks after people with conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and immune system. These include conditions such as inflammatory arthritis and connective tissue diseases. Many of these conditions are long-term and may need ongoing treatment and regular monitoring. We mainly run outpatient clinics, but we also support other hospital teams and review patients on the wards when needed.
Our Aim
Our aim is to support you in managing your condition, improving your quality of life, and helping you remain as independent as possible.
Our Team
Our team includes:
- Consultants
- Doctors in training (registrar and clinical fellow)
- Specialist nurses
- Healthcare assistants
- Physiotherapist
- Administrative and secretarial staff
Your Appointments
- Initial appointments are made following a referral from your GP or inpatient referral
- All new patients are seen face to face
- Most face to face consultation clinics take place at Kettering General Hospital. Additional clinics may be held at Nene Park and Corby Nuffield Diagnostic Centre
- If the clinician feels you do not need to attend a follow-up appointment in person, you may be offered a telephone or video appointment. You can register a preference at your initial appointment
Rheumatology Nurse Advice Line
When you are under our care, you will be given our contact details. You can contact the nurse led advice telephone line at any time. You can leave a message on the answerphone and a member of the nursing team will respond within 1-2 working days.
Infusion Service
Our infusion treatments are provided by the Day Case Unit.
Useful Links
Arthritis Research UK: www.arthritisresearchuk.org
Arthritis Research UK list of Condition Information for Patients: www.arthritisresearchuk.org/arthritis-information/conditions.aspx
Arthritis UK list of Drugs Information for Patients: www.arthritisresearchuk.org/arthritis-information/drugs.aspx
NRAS (National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society) www.nras.org.uk
NASS (National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society): www.nass.co.uk
Lupus UK: www.lupusuk.org.uk
Hypermobility Syndromes Society: www.hypermobility.org
Patient UK: www.patient.co.uk
NHS: www.nhs.uk
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence www.nice.org.uk