Professional statement
Dr Anshuman Malaviya is a Consultant Rheumatologist and is Clinical Lead of the rheumatology department at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge. He specialises in the diagnosis and management of rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, cancer immunotherapy-associated arthritis and manages patients with osteoporosis, vasculitis, fibromyalgia, and lupus .
Dr Malaviya qualified in 1998. Having done an MD and trained in general medicine as a junior doctor, he went on to do specialist training in rheumatology in the East of England. During this time, he spent 2 years in Cambridge and gained considerable clinical trial experience. He completed his specialist training in rheumatology and general medicine in 2012. He subsequently became a substantive NHS consultant at Mid Essex Hospital Trust in Chelmsford in 2012. Since 2017 he has been a consultant rheumatologist at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, where in addition to general clinics he also runs an Early Arthritis Clinic.
Dr Malaviya has gained considerable clinical experience during his time as a consultant, managing complex musculoskeletal disease and has developed an appreciation of the psychosocial impact chronic disease and pain has on the lives of both patients and their families. There is growing evidence that many autoimmune diseases present in clusters across various body systems such as the gut, the spine and the joints. Therefore, he takes a holistic approach - taking into account the body as a whole - when making his diagnoses and offering treatments. He strongly believes that appropriate early intervention can prevent long term chronic disease and disability.
Dr Malaviya is currently Clinical Lead of the Department of Rheumatology at Addenbrooke's Hospital. Over his career, he has won various awards including the Clinical Excellence Award Trust in 2014 and his rheumatology research team in Chelmsford won the CLRN Award for Best Research Team. He also routinely publishes in peer-reviewed journals.
Clinics
Springfield Hospital
Chelmsford, Lawn Lane, Springfield, CM1 7GUMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 28 years of experience
- Consultant Rheumatologist and Clinical Lead, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (2017 - present)
Subspecialties
- Inflammatory back pain
- Rheumatoid arthritis
Professional memberships
- British Society of Rheumatology
- Fellow of Royal College of Physicians (London)
Education
- Distinction in Biochemistry
- Clinical Supervisor for rheumatology trainees at Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge
Teaching posts
- Clinical supervisor for rheumatology trainees in Cambridge
Publications and conferences
- (Research Collaboration). Holroyd CR, Seth R, Bukhari M, Malaviya A, Holmes C, Curtis E, Chan C, Yusuf MA, Litwic A, Smolen S, Topliffe J, Bennett S, Humphreys J, Green M, Ledingham J. The British Society for Rheumatology biologic DMARD safety guidelines in inflammatory arthritis. Rheumatol. Sept 18, 2018.
- Nikiphorou E, Negoescu A, Fitzpatrick JD, Goudie CT, Badcock A, Ostor AJ, Malaviya AP. Indispensible or intolerable? Methotrexate in rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis: a retrospective review of discontinuation rates from a large UK cohort. J Rheumatol. 2014; 33 (5): 609-14
Prizes and awards
- Clinical Excellence Award, Mid Essex Hospital NHS Trust (2014)
- Best Clinical Research Team, NHS North Thames Regional CLRN Research Awards (2009)
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
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- I feel immensely fortunate to have seen Dr Malaviya, who is the best listener, and the most clear, insightful, & patient consultant, I have seen. I have struggled for years with generalized pain that confounded myself & everyone else I’ve sought help from, but Dr Malaviya went straight to the cause and not only provided answers, but treatment that changed my life. He is also remarkably generous and empathetic: an expert who uses his gifts in the service of patients, and inspires trust and hope.
- Dr Malaviya was the first doctor after more than a decade to recognise my condition & the first to attempt to pin point it. He explained very carefully and clearly what he though it was, and what he confirmed it to be following a test course. I really appreciate seeing him.
- An extremely helpful and personable doctor who I wish I’d been able to see many years ago!
- I saw Dr Malaviya today. Im really finding it difficult to put my gratitude into words that describe enough how grateful and thankful I am. After 15 plus years years of fighting I finally have a diagnosis and treatment plan. I will forever be grateful.
- Explained my condition in a very understanding way. I now feel confident that he can help me with my condition.
- Dr Malaviya was was a pleasure to meet. He was welcoming and friendly. He asked good questions and gave me clear explanations. He made me feel relaxed and included. His knowledge of my condition and related conditions was amazing. I felt so positive after this appointment.
- Dr Malaviya was amazing. He explained everything so well and gave my daughter hope that she will soon feel better. His manner was so friendly and professional. We can't recommend him enough. A brilliant experience so far.
- Very good appointment , on time in fact early and very thorough and confidence inspiring and a lovely guy too.