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Dr Smita Rajesh Bhat

Rheumatology United Kingdom

Dr Smita Rajesh Bhat

11 years of experience

2,970+
Patients seen
11
Years in practice
9
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Smita Rajesh Bhat at a glance

Dr Smita Rajesh Bhat is a Rheumatology practitioner based in Europe, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. They have 27+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2011).

About

Dr Smita Rajesh Bhat is a highly qualified rheumatologist dedicated to providing compassionate and personalised care to patients. They possess a deep understanding of musculoskeletal conditions and strive to improve the quality of life for those living with rheumatic diseases.
Their approach to patient care centres around clear communication, active listening, and shared decision-making. Dr Bhat believes in empowering patients with the knowledge and support they need to manage their condition effectively.

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

— Dr Smita Rajesh Bhat

Education & training

  1. 2005–2011 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València (GB)
  2. 2011–2015 Residency · Rheumatology
    Universitat de Barcelona (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2015-09–2016-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Rheumatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-755911 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Rheumatology
#EB-C8625E82 · issued 2016 · renewal 2026
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,098
Annual physical exam 99395 2,596
Vaccination administration 90471 2,716
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 499

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 60 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Smita Rajesh Bhat in consultation
IN OFFICE
Smita Rajesh Bhat with the team
WITH TEAM
Smita Rajesh Bhat at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 63s
Meet Smita Rajesh Bhat

Research & publications

h-index: 16 · i10: 5

  1. Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across GB
    Smita Rajesh Bhat, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.4772/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 32124751 · cited by 74
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Rheumatology
    Smita Rajesh Bhat, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5111/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 36130986 · cited by 120
  3. Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across GB
    Smita Rajesh Bhat, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.4448/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 38778515 · cited by 150

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2016
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2016
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2016

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · dr.smita.rajesh.bhat@euroclinics.example

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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 Smita Rajesh Bhat's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Smita Rajesh Bhat 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.

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    Smita Rajesh Bhat specialises in Rheumatology. 27 years of clinical experience.

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