Prof. John Axford, Consultant Rheumatologist
Prof. John Axford
Consultant Rheumatologist
Prof. John Axford DSc MD FRCP FRCPCH
Consultant Rheumatologist
Areas of expertise
- Arthritis
- Back Pain
- Osteoarthritis
- Paediatric (Pediatric) Rheumatology
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About Prof. John Axford
GMC number: 2731634
Year qualified: 1981
Place of primary qualification: University of London
Professor John Axford is a Consultant Rheumatologist and Emeritus Professor of Clinical Rheumatology at St George's University Hospitals. He specialises in treating musculoskeletal disorders, autoimmune rheumatic diseases, and pediatric arthritis, in addition to back pain. In 2002, he founded The Hotung Centre, which integrates all aspects of musculoskeletal clinical care and research, and is now a well-known centre of excellence worldwide. He also established the London Rheumatology Clinic, which aims to provide individualised, comprehensive clinical care by specialised, leading clinicians in a coordinated manner.
Apart from his clinical work, Professor Axford has an active research interest in rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and lupus. He has written over 80 peer-reviewed papers and 20 books on the subject, and he is a sought-after speaker at both national and international conferences.
Professor Axford has received many accolades for his contributions, including the BMA Book of the Year award, the Doris Hillier Award for Rheumatology, honorary membership of the Royal Society of Medicine, and four NHS/ACCEA merit awards. He is also an Honorary member of the Royal Society of Medicine and the Vice Chair of the Education and Training Committee for the British Society of Rheumatology.
Professor Axford's areas of expertise include the management of complex rheumatic conditions, innovative treatment approaches, and the integration of clinical care with cutting-edge research. His dedication to advancing the field of rheumatology and his commitment to patient care make him a leading figure in his specialty.
Areas of expertise
- Arthritis
- Back Pain
- Joint Injection
- Medical Report
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Paediatric (Pediatric) Rheumatology
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Rheumatology
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)