
Professional background
Dr Krishnan Baburaj is a distinguished consultant rheumatologist based in London and Watford. His areas of expertise include osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, gout, back pain, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, soft tissue rheumatism, and joint injections.
With over 30 years’ experience, Dr Baburaj consults privately at Bishops Wood Hospital, The Clementine Churchill Hospital, and Spire Bushey Hospital. Since 2005, he also holds a position at Watford Hospital and St Albans City Hospital within West Hertfordshire NHS Trust, and notably served as the clinical rheumatology lead for the Trust as well.
Dr Baburaj originally qualified in 1990. He completed his higher specialist training in rheumatology at the prestigious Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, before going on to obtain his CCT certification from the University of Aberdeen.
Additionally, Dr Baburaj holds esteemed membership to the Royal College of Physicians. He remains involved in training junior GPs in rheumatology and also organises and leads joint injection courses. He is an active member of various professional organisations, including the British Society for Rheumatology and the National Osteoporosis Society.
Clinics
West London, Mount Vernon Hospital, Rickmansworth Road, Northwood , HA6 2JWMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 36 years of experience
- Consultant Rheumatologist, Bishops Wood Hospital (2007 - present)
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Physicians, London
- British Society for Rheumatology
Education
- MRCP, Royal College of Physicians, London (2008)
- CCT, University of Aberdeen (2005)
Languages spoken
- English
- Urdu
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