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Dr James Francis

Rheumatology Leicester

Dr James Francis

14 years of experience

6,792+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
4
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr James Francis at a glance

Dr James Francis is a Rheumatology practitioner based in Leicester, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. They have 35+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2008). Serves patients in Leicester, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Dr James Francis is a highly experienced Consultant Rheumatologist based at Leicester Royal Infirmary, with a private practice at Spire Leicester Hospital and Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital.

He completed his specialist rheumatology training across Worcester, Lincoln, and Leicester, and also holds specialist accreditation in General (Internal) Medicine. Since his appointment as Consultant Physician and Rheumatologist at University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL) in 2005, Dr Francis has been dedicated to providing expert, patient-centred care in all aspects of rheumatology.

Dr Francis manages a wide range of conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, osteoporosis, metabolic bone disease, and inflammatory arthritis, as well as back and neck pain. He also performs joint, soft tissue, and epidural injections to relieve pain and improve function.

Known for his thorough, evidence-based approach, Dr Francis combines advanced diagnostic techniques with personalised treatment plans to help patients improve mobility, manage chronic pain, and maintain quality of life.

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

— Dr James Francis

Education & training

  1. 2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Leicester (GB)
  2. 2008–2012 Residency · Rheumatology
    Universidad de Navarra, Leicester (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Rheumatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-11404 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Rheumatology
#EB-6BC5A143 · issued 2013 · renewal 2023
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,459
Annual physical exam 99395 1,413
Vaccination administration 90471 1,669
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,978

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 30 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

James Francis
HEADSHOT
James Francis in consultation
IN OFFICE
James Francis with the team
WITH TEAM
James Francis at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 149s
Meet James Francis

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 7

  1. Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across GB
    James Francis, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.2125/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38709661 · cited by 19
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Rheumatology
    James Francis, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4306/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 37128989 · cited by 137
  3. Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across GB
    James Francis, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.8487/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 35136381 · cited by 47
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Rheumatology
    James Francis, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.7986/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 36152608 · cited by 141

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Rheumatology European Annual Congress (Rheumatology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Rheumatology National Society Meeting · Leicester · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Rheumatology — Leicester · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2013
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2013
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2013

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Rheumatology
  • Awareness When should you see a rheumatology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · dr.james.francis@euroclinics.example

Location

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr James Francis's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr James Francis treats, with the size of the national pool of United Kingdom doctors offering the same care.

Rheumatology

Joint, muscle and autoimmune disorders including RA, lupus, gout and chronic pain.

Dr James Francis is one of 423 rheumatology doctors indexed in United Kingdom. Browse rheumatology doctors in United Kingdom →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Leicester matters

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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does James Francis specialise in?

    James Francis specialises in Rheumatology in Leicester, GB. 35 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does James Francis treat?

    James Francis treats conditions within Rheumatology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does James Francis practise?

    James Francis practises in Leicester, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does James Francis speak?

    James Francis speaks English.

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