
Dr Malcolm Persey
Professional statement
Dr Malcolm Persey is a distinguished consultant rheumatologist based in London. His areas of expertise include carpal tunnel syndrome, neck and shoulder pain, tennis elbow, osteoporosis, gout, and rheumatoid arthritis. He also performs X-rays, MRI scans, bone density scans, and nerve conduction studies.
Dr Persey consults privately at Chase Lodge Hospital. With over 37 years’ experience, he also practises for Chase Farm Hospital and Barnet Hospital within the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Dr Persey’s practice also includes medicolegal work, where he is listed in the UK Register of Expert Witnesses.
Dr Persey qualified from Oxford University and the Royal Free Hospital. He trained in general medicine and rheumatology at leading hospitals, including placements at St Mary’s, Central Middlesex, and Northwick Park, and completed research on amyloidosis at The Hammersmith Hospital, which led to an MD from the University of London in 1997.
In addition, Dr Persey is closely involved in medical education. He trains medical students and junior doctors, often hosting trainees in his clinics. He also holds esteemed fellowship to the Royal College of Physicians, and is a member of the British Society for Rheumatology.
Clinics

Chase Lodge Hospital
Central London, Page St, London NW7 2ED, UKMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 38 years of experience
- Consultant Rheumatologist, Chase Lodge Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Gout
- Inflammatory arthritis
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Physicians
- British Society for Rheumatology
Education
- FRCP, Royal College of Physicians (2001)
- MD, University of London (1997)
Teaching posts
- Former Clinical Tutor, Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals, Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Positions in organisations
- Former Clinical Lead for Rheumatology at Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals, Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Publications and conferences
- Dr Persey’s publications are available on his PubMed profile | https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Persey+M&cauthor_id=25395468
- Dr Persey’s publications are available on ResearchGate | https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Malcolm-Persey
Prizes and awards
- Certificate of long service at Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals, Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust (2025)
Languages spoken
- English