Dr Taryn Youngstein

Dr Taryn Youngstein is a highly respected consultant rheumatologist based at Cleveland Clinic London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, where she holds both general and specialist NHS practices.

As Co-Director of the Imperial College London Centre of Excellence for Vasculitis Research, she leads the UK’s largest clinic for Large Vessel Vasculitis and Rare Diseases at the Hammersmith Hospital.

Dr Youngstein completed her medical training at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospitals, graduating with distinction in all examinations. She furthered her expertise in general medicine in West London before specialising in rheumatology through the prestigious North Thames London rotation. Her research background spans genetics, inflammation, vasculitis, and amyloidosis, earning her international accolades for her contributions to amyloid research and the study of inflammatory conditions.

A passionate advocate of evidence-based medicine, Dr Youngstein combines her clinical practice with cutting-edge research, including leading trials on novel immunosuppressive therapies. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she contributed to pivotal trials exploring immunosuppression treatments. Her particular interest in cardiac inflammation and rheumatic heart diseases has driven the development of cardio-rheumatology services at local, national, and international levels.

Dr Youngstein is a sought-after speaker at major national and international conferences and has authored publications in some of the world’s most renowned medical journals. A dedicated educator, she regularly teaches and trains healthcare professionals within the NHS and at Imperial College London, supporting both undergraduate and postgraduate learning.

Renowned for her compassionate approach, Dr Youngstein prioritises shared decision-making with her patients, ensuring personalised, patient-centred care at every stage of treatment.