UHBristol Academic Rheumatology Unit

Welcome to the University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Academic Rheumatology Unit at Bristol Royal Infirmary.

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Rheumatology is the study of arthritis and other problems of bones and joints. The Bristol University Rheumatology Unit provides care for patients with arthritis and similar conditions and undertakes research into its causes and treatment. We also provide education about arthritis for health care professionals, students, patients and the general public.

John Kirwan
Professor of Rheumatic Diseases