3 Best Rheumatologist Doctors in Bangalore, KA

“Dr. Vijay Rao K R obtained his MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute. He also did MRCP (UK) in General Medicine, and MRCP (UK) in Rheumatology. He has expertise in the treatment and management of different rheumatoid and musculoskeletal conditions He is also an examiner for the MRCP exams held in India. He has accumulated extensive knowledge in the field of Rheumatology. He was awarded an FRCP degree from the Royal College of Physicians in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, in 2016. He worked as a consultant rheumatologist at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, UK, before taking up his current position. Dr Vijay KR Rao’s research interests include lupus and the management of rheumatic diseases in pregnancy. He has authored numerous articles and textbook chapters on these topics. He is practising as a Consultant Rheumatologist and Clinical Director at Divisha Arthritis and Medical Center. Dr. Vijay Rao K R is a member of the British Society of Rheumatology, the General Medical Council, the Royal College of Physicians, and the Indian Rheumatology Association.”

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“Dr. Sharath Kumar completed his DNB in Rheumatology in 2013. He also completed the two-year EULAR Certificate Course on Rheumatic Diseases. Dr. Sharath Kumar is a proud member of the Indian Rheumatology Association, the Indian Academy of Paediatrics, the Pediatric Rheumatology Chapter of IAP, and the Emerging EULAR Network. He is well-versed in ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal procedures. He has a special interest in ultrasound-directed injections and biopsies. He was awarded the International Wyeth Scholarship for the same. He has received hands-on training from Leeds in the UK and Copenhagen in Denmark. He is one of the first rheumatologists in India to teach musculoskeletal ultrasound in routine private rheumatology practice. He is practising at Optima Arthritis and Rheumatology Clinic. Optima Arthritis and Rheumatology Clinic provides patients with quality treatment at affordable costs. They provide a high level of patient care with the guidance of highly experienced medical experts.”

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“Dr. Harshini A S finished her MBBS in M S Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore and her MD in General Medicine from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore. She did her post-doctoral fellowship program at Christian Medical College, Vellore. She also completed both Basic and Advanced courses in MSK-USG organised by the Indian Rheumatology Association. Dr. Harshini was awarded with a speciality certificate in Rheumatology from the world-renowned Royal College of Physicians. She has hands-on experience with various Rheumatological disorders. She is a proud member of the Indian Medical Association, the Indian Rheumatology Association, and the Karnataka Rheumatology Association. She is an expert in treating Connective tissue diseases. Dr. Harshini currently practices at Chirasya Clinic.”

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