Dr Arumugam Moorthy

Dr Arumugam Moorthy is a highly experienced Consultant Rheumatologist based in Leicester with over 22 years in Rheumatology . He currently sees patients at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust and private patients at Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital, Ramsay Woodland Hospital, Spire Leicester Hospital and Spire Nottingham Hospital. Since 2009, he has been dedicated to providing expert care in the field of rheumatology, specialising in various areas. Dr Moorthy completed his medical degree at Madurai-Kamaraj University, India in 1989, followed by his postgraduate training in general medicine for 3 years. He later completed further specialist training in rheumatology in Manchester, Northampton and Leicester as well as training at the University of Ancona in Italy. Dr Moorthy also holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Rheumatology from the University of Manchester. Dr Moorthy's areas of expertise encompass a wide range of conditions. He excels in the management of early rheumatoid arthritis, lower back pain Ankylosing Spondylitis , Fibromyalgia,Gout , sciatica, neck and shoulder pain, wrist pain, and soft tissue rheumatology. He is proficient in performing ultrasound examinations of joints and is skilled in ultrasound-guided joint injections and epidural injections. He also has specialist expertise in suprascapular nerve block injections, carpal tunnel injections and comprehensive care for chronic widespread pain, gout, osteoporosis, and fibromyalgia. In his NHS Trust, Dr Moorthy established a tertiary specialist clinic for patients suffering from ankylosing spondylitis and leads a combined rheumatology and eye service, providing comprehensive care for patients with rheumatic conditions. Dr Moorthy's extensive experience, comprehensive expertise, and commitment to ongoing learning make him an exceptional rheumatologist. His dedication to patient care and continuous pursuit of excellence position him as a trusted and respected medical professional in his field.

"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."

1. 2002–2008
   MD · Medicine and Surgery

   Universidad de Navarra (GB)

2. 2008–2012
   Residency · Rheumatology

   Universitat de València (GB)

1. 2012-09–2013-08
   Junior consultant

   Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Rheumatology

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Selected publications

1. Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across GB

   Dr Arumugam Moorthy, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026

   DOI: 10.9889/euroclin.2026.0 · cited by 151

2. Validation of clinical scoring in Rheumatology

   Dr Arumugam Moorthy, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025

   DOI: 10.7598/euroclin.2025.1 · cited by 181

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