Accepting new patients
Prof. Dr.
Dr Charles Li
Rheumatology
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- GP consultation
- Annual physical exam
- Vaccination administration
- Minor procedure (skin)
About Dr Charles Li
Training and Appointment Dr Li graduated from Imperial College London in 1994, undertaking his preclinical studies at Queens' College, Cambridge. After general medical training and obtaining MRCP in 1997 he completed his rheumatology/ general medicine rotation in London, working in renowned teaching hospitals including Royal Free and University College Hospital London. Before appointed to his current NHS substantive post in 2007 he completed his PhD studies at the Institute of Child Health, University College London working on immunobiology of muscles in inflammatory myopathies; during his research years he received additional training on connective tissue diseases at University College London and Great Ormond Street Hospitals. Current Practice Dr Li has been a consultant rheumatologist and physician at Royal Surrey since 2007. Beyond a busy clinical commitment he contributed to teaching and research, actively engaging in translational research and has been the principal investigator for a number of Phase IIb and Phase III clinical studies in rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis and SLE. Clinical interests Inflammatory arthritis including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and gout, osteoarthritis, connective tissue diseases especially SLE and myopathies, osteoporosis, fibromyalgia and vasculitides Special clinical and research interests Inflammatory diseases affecting the musculoskeletal system, especially their patho-aetiology and altered immune response Professional Memberships British Society for Rheumatology British Medical Association Royal College of Physicians, London Medical Defence Union General Medical Council Languages English, Chinese(Cantonese)
"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."
Credentials & verification
Medical license
Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) · GB
#GB-3759
Valid until 2028-12-31
Verify with issuerBoard certification
European Board of Rheumatology
#EB-6D5D899B
Renewal due 2025
Verify with issuerMalpractice cover
Generali Healthcare
3,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2004–2010
MD · Medicine and Surgery
Universitat de Barcelona (GB)
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2010–2014
Residency · Rheumatology
Universitat de València (GB)
Career & appointments
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2014-09–2015-08
Junior consultant
Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Rheumatology
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 |
2,135 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 |
1,377 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 |
1,817 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 |
1,486 |
Patient reviews
See all 406"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."
"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."
"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."
Recognition & press
Awards
- Top-rated Rheumatology — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2015
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2015
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2015
Your consultation, step by step
- 1 Choose a slot
- 2 Brief pre-consult form
- 3 Consultation
- 4 Follow-up note & plan
Services & pricing
New patient consultation (60m)
Follow-up consultation (30m)
Vaccination administration
Minor procedure (skin)
Research & publications
h-index: 7 · i10: 15
Selected publications
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Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across GB
DOI: 10.1066/euroclin.2026.0 · cited by 151
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Validation of clinical scoring in Rheumatology
DOI: 10.7082/euroclin.2025.1 · cited by 149
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Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across GB
DOI: 10.4569/euroclin.2024.2 · cited by 51
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Additional publications
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Validation of clinical scoring in Rheumatology
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Rheumatology · European Annual Congress (Rheumatology) · Vienna · 2024
- Single-centre experience in Rheumatology · National Society Meeting · · 2023
Articles by Dr Charles Li
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Dr Charles Li is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.
02. Which languages can I be seen in?
Consultations are available in English.
03. Is the consultation in-person or online?
Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.
04. Do you accept my insurance?
Please use the booking flow to enter your insurance — we verify and confirm before your slot.
05. What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.
06. How is my health data protected?
All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
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