About
Dr Chetan Narshi
MBBS, FRCP
I am a Consultant Rheumatologist and General Physician with over 20 years of clinical experience.
I trained at Cambridge University and University College London.
I am a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Buckingham.
I specialise in a wide range of musculoskeletal problems ranging from arthritis and gout; to autoimmune disease and osteoporosis. I administer joint and soft tissue injections for several conditions, such as arthritis, tendonitis and bursitis.
Conditions Treated
Osteoarthritis
This is the most common form of arthritis and typically occurs with aging. It leads to joint pain and stiffness due to the breakdown of joint cartilage. Rheumatologists can help manage symptoms and recommend treatments.
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
RA is an autoimmune disease that primarily affects the joints, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness. Early diagnosis and treatment by a rheumatologist are crucial for managing this chronic condition.
Gout
Rheumatologists can help patients manage gout attacks and prevent future ones. Gout is a type of arthritis caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, leading to severe pain and inflammation.
Osteoporosis
This condition is characterised by weakened bones resulting in an increased risk of fragility fractures. Several treatments are available that can reduce this risk.
Lupus
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can affect multiple organs, including the skin, joints, kidneys, and heart. A rheumatologist plays a key role in diagnosing and managing lupus.
Spondyloarthritis
This group of inflammatory diseases affects the spine and joints. Conditions like ankylosing spondylitis and psoriatic arthritis fall under this category, and a rheumatologist specialises in their diagnosis and treatment.
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
PMR primarily affects older adults and causes muscle pain and stiffness, typically in the shoulders and hips. Rheumatologists can help diagnose and manage this condition effectively.
Sjögren’s Syndrome
This autoimmune disorder primarily affects the salivary and tear glands, causing dryness in the mouth and eyes. Rheumatologists can diagnose and manage this condition along with other specialists.
Vasculitis
Vasculitis is a group of rare diseases that cause inflammation of blood vessels. Rheumatologists are trained to diagnose and treat various forms of vasculitis.
Who would need to see
a rheumatologist?
They use their in-depth knowledge, extensive experience, and advanced clinical assessment to help you find relief from pain and discomfort, improve your mobility, and enhance your overall quality of life. Whether you’re dealing with a chronic condition or seeking answers to mysterious symptoms, a rheumatologist is here to provide you with personalised care and treatment options to keep you moving comfortably.
Focuses on diagnosing and treating diseases that affect your joints, muscles, and bones.
Dr Narshi is brilliant. Caring and gentle when u have to get my knee drained. Who highly recommend
I know my issues are not life-threatening or totally debilitating, but to me they are extremly distruptive and depressing, and I think Dr Narshi understood that during our conversation. I look forward to meeting him in person.
Dr Narshi has been my consultant for many years and has always been very helpful and knowledgeable. the last few months he has diagnosed my eye infection and chest infection and put me in touch with the appropriate consultants, he immediately knew what my problems were where other doctors didn’t. very good
