Dr Clarissa Pilkington is a Paediatric Rheumatology practitioner based in London, Reino Unido, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 42+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2016). Serves patients in London, Reino Unido and the surrounding area.
VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026
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Consultant in Adolescent and Paediatric Rheumatology, Great Ormond Street Hospital since 2001.
Previously Specialty Lead for Paediatric Rheumatology, GOSH, 2004-2018: largest unit in the UK, Internationally recognised
Previously President of the British Society for Paediatric and Adolescent Rheumatology (BSPAR) November 2012 to April 2017.
Clinical Director of Juvenile Dermatomyositis Research Centre, Institute of Child Health, University College London, since 2001
Chief of Service for Blood, Cells and Cancer Directorate, GOSH, October 2018 I am responsible for, and manage 8 specialist clinical teams: Rheumatology, Dermatology, Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Oncology, haematology, haemophilia, bone marrow transplant, palliative care.
NHSE: Paediatric Medicine Clinical Reference Group: Paediatric Rheumatology and North London representative 2016-2019, and I was re-appointed for a second 3-year term in 2019.
Research:
International research in JDM: disease activity and damage scores, diagnostic criteria, classification criteria, muscle biopsy assessment tool, treatment protocols, PRINTO trial, European SHARE guidelines on management of JDM, at present involved in developing BSR guidelines for myositis (adult and paediatric).
Founder member of UK paediatric SLE cohort study group, clinical trial for Belimumab in juvenile SLE, European SHARE guidelines on management of paediatric lupus.
European SHARE guidelines for scleroderma, vasculitis, Kawasaki Disease. Involved in consensus meetings for Juvenile Systemic scleroderma.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
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Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES
Dr Clarissa Pilkington's Areas of Specialty
Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Clarissa Pilkington treats, with the size of the national pool of Reino Unido doctors offering the same care.
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What does Clarissa Pilkington specialise in?
Clarissa Pilkington specialises in Paediatric Rheumatology in London, GB. 42 years of clinical experience.
What conditions does Clarissa Pilkington treat?
Clarissa Pilkington treats conditions within Paediatric Rheumatology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.
Where does Clarissa Pilkington practise?
Clarissa Pilkington practises in London, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.
What languages does Clarissa Pilkington speak?
Clarissa Pilkington speaks English.
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