Visiting Rheumatology Outpatients

In the rheumatology department we see patients who have been referred by GPs or from other hospital departments.

Referral by GP

Rheumatological problems are very common indeed. Most of us will have a rheumatological problem at some time in our lives, such as a tendon problem in the shoulder or a sports injury or arthritis. Most rheumatological problems are perfectly well managed by general practitioners and the rest of the team in primary care and never need to be seen at a hospital. If your GP feels it would be helpful he can refer you to a rheumatology department.

Appointment

If your GP refers you to our department you will be sent an appointment for one of our outpatient clinics. Most of these take place in Clinic 5 at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, but we also hold clinics at Newmarket Hospital, Saffron Walden Hospital and Princess of Wales Hospital, Ely.

Who will I see?

What will happen when I visit outpatients?

Will I need any tests?

What about treatment?

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