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Trust score 8/100
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Dr
Dr Matthew Bridges
Rheumatology
English
3,383+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
6
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr Matthew Bridges is a Consultant Rheumatologist with nearly ten years of experience in the treatment of osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and soft tissue rheumatic problems.
Matthew graduated from Leicester Medical School in 1994, and undertook junior doctor training in the East Midlands. After this, he went on to complete his specialist rheumatology training in the North-east of England, and in 2005, he obtained his certificate of completion of specialist training. He was then appointed Consultant Rheumatologist at Darlington Memorial Hospital, where he later became and Head of department in 2013. He also became the trust lead for both the osteoporosis, and neurophysiology services. Dr Bridges has special interests in osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and soft tissue rheumatic problems, and has also published articles on a variety of other rheumatological conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, and psoriatic arthritis.
Matthew graduated from Leicester Medical School in 1994, and undertook junior doctor training in the East Midlands. After this, he went on to complete his specialist rheumatology training in the North-east of England, and in 2005, he obtained his certificate of completion of specialist training. He was then appointed Consultant Rheumatologist at Darlington Memorial Hospital, where he later became and Head of department in 2013. He also became the trust lead for both the osteoporosis, and neurophysiology services. Dr Bridges has special interests in osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and soft tissue rheumatic problems, and has also published articles on a variety of other rheumatological conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, and psoriatic arthritis.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Matthew Bridges
Education & training
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2017–2023 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2023–2027 Residency · Rheumatology
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2027–2028 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2027-09–2028-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
— Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Rheumatology
Malpractice insurance:
AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,787 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,117 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,997 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,034 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 450.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 180.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 13 · i10: 10
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Outcomes of Rheumatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4512/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38460867 · cited by 75
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European registry analysis of Rheumatology outcomes
DOI: 10.1162/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 36617827 · cited by 113
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Outcomes of Rheumatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.1589/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 30706358 · cited by 55
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 2028
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2028
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2028
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 0.05
- Knowledge
- 0.08
- Wait Time
- 3.80
- Staff Friendliness
- 0.02
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.00
- Value For Money
- 4.10
- Would Recommend Pct
- 4
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Rheumatology
- Awareness When should you see a rheumatology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · dr.matthew.bridges@euroclinics.example
