Dr Adrian Pendleton
GMC: 4024648Professional statement
Dr Adrian Pendleton is a consultant rheumatologist based in Belfast. He specialises in rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylospondylitis, gout, connective tissue disorders, and osteoarthritis.
Dr Pendleton qualified in 1993 from Queen’s University Belfast, and went on to undertake training in general internal medicine and rheumatology in Belfast and Nottingham. He received his Doctorate of Medicine in 2002 from Queen's University Belfast, and was first appointed as a consultant rheumatologist at the Queen’s Medical Centre in Nottingham before returning to Belfast. Dr Pendleton is a fellow of The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, and the British Society for Sport and Exercise Medicine.
Dr Pendleton, in addition to his clinical commitments, has many roles within clinical governance. He is the clinical lead of the Department of Rheumatology at Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, and has been the Northern Ireland Regional Speciality Advisor for rheumatology with the Joint Royal College of Physicians Training Board (JRCPT). His research has been widely published within peer-reviewed journals, covering topics about rheumatic diseases, including early inflammatory arthritis and vasculitis.
Adrian Pendleton currently works at the Department of Rheumatology, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. He is the clinical lead within the department. He is interested in Inflammatory arthritis, Gout and Vasculitis and the use of Ultrasound in these three areas.
Clinics

The Belfast Rheumatology Clinic
Belfast, Medical Associates, 25 Derryvolgie Ave, Belfast BT9 6FN, UKMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 32 years of experience
- Consultant rheumatologist, the Belfast Rheumatology Clinic (present)
Subspecialties
- Systemic lupus
- Erythematosis
Professional memberships
- British Society for Rheumatology
- Irish Society for Rheumatology
Education
- Certification for Advanced Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, British Society for Rheumatology (2005)
- FRCPI, Royal College of Physicians Ireland
Positions in organisations
- Clinical development lead of rheumatology, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
- Northern Ireland Regional Speciality Advisor for rheumatology, the Joint Royal College of Physicians Training Board (JRCPT)
Publications and conferences
- ResearchGate|https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Adrian-Pendleton
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
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- I spend £280.00 on this appointment and left with two booklets which I already have the knowledge I left feeling very deflated
- Dr Pendleton was excellent as usual and took a holistic approach. I have a range of complex medical conditions and Dr Pendleton considers how they impact each other and affect me. Location and facilities were also excellent.
- Dr Pendelton explained everything clearly about my illness in a very friendly and helpful manner and he was very reassuring.
- Dr Pendleton is very gentle and kind. He always listens to your concerns and is very thorough in exploring all areas of concern. He has a wonderful bed side manner. I would highly recommend him to anyone. He will get to the bottom of your medical issues and gives you hope.
- Throughout my treatment I have always found Dr Pendleton to be most professional and a great personal manner. He has an excellent knowledge and always has time for a chat. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
- Appointment was right on time and there was no feeling of rushing onto the next patient. A very professional experience
- I have been attending Dr Pendleton for 12 years and I have found him to be very professional and thorough on every appointment. I would have no hesitation in recommending Dr Pendleton to any other patients requiring treatment and expertise.
- Fabulous service. Highly recommended.
- I was extremely happy with my visit to Dr Pendelton at the Ulster Clinic.