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Dr Veena Patel

Rheumatology

Verified by EuroClinics European Board of Rheumatology Trust score 96/100

4.91 52 verified reviews

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English
8,095+ Patients seen
9 Years practising
17 h-index
4.91 / 5 Patient rating
Watch 132s introduction
From 180.00 EUR first consult
Next slot 2026-05-22 09:00
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4.91 · 52 reviews 100% verified visits
GDPR · EU residency Field-level encrypted
Free cancellation 24h before slot
Specialises in
  • GP consultation
  • Annual physical exam
  • Vaccination administration
  • Minor procedure (skin)
Treats

About Dr Veena Patel

Dr. Veena Patel is a Consultant Rheumatologist at Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital and also works at University Hospital of Leicester. With extensive experience in the management of a wide range of conditions, Dr. Patel specialises in rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (commonly presenting as back pain), soft tissue rheumatism, connective tissue diseases, metabolic bone disorders, osteoporosis, muscle disorders, and osteoarthritis. Dr. Patel's academic contributions are significant, as she regularly teaches undergraduate and postgraduate medical students. Her expertise has led to multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals, and she holds the title of Senior Lecturer (Honorary) at the University of Leicester. After earning her Membership in 2010, Dr. Patel began her rheumatology training in Liverpool and completed her final year of training in Leicester in 2015. She also holds specialist accreditation in general (internal) medicine. Dr. Patel took up her post as Consultant Rheumatologist at Derby Hospital in 2016 and moved to UHL in April 2018, where she continues to deliver expert care.

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

— Dr Veena Patel, on practice philosophy

Credentials & verification

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Medical license

Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) · GB

#GB-383588

Valid until 2028-12-31

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Certified

Board certification

European Board of Rheumatology

#EB-55068AB4

Renewal due 2028

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In good standing

Malpractice cover

Generali Healthcare

4,000,000 EUR

Valid until 2026-12-31

No claims on file

Education & training

  1. 2007–2013
    MD · Medicine and Surgery

    Universidad de Sevilla (GB)

  2. 2013–2017
    Residency · Rheumatology

    Universidad Complutense de Madrid (GB)

  3. 2017–2018
    Fellowship · Subspecialty training

    Cleveland Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2017-09–2018-08
    Junior consultant

    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Rheumatology

Procedures & conditions

Procedure Code Lifetime volume
GP consultation 99213 1,366
Annual physical exam 99395 1,288
Vaccination administration 90471 1,688
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,871

Patient reviews

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4.91
★★★★★
52 verified reviews
100% verified visits
bedside manner 4.96
knowledge 4.99
wait time 4.66
staff friendliness 4.93
ease of appointment 4.81
value for money 4.83
would recommend pct 97
★★★★★

"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."

Anna B. · 2026-05-08 Verified
★★★★★

"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."

Marco V. · 2026-04-01 Verified
★★★★

"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."

Helena F. · 2026-04-22 Verified
Patients seen 6,213
Avg rating 4.91 / 5
Typical wait 8 days
Research h-index 17

Recognition & press

Awards

  • Top-rated Rheumatology — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
  • Excellence in Patient Care — National Society · 2024 national
  • Young Investigator Award — European Society · 2023 international

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2018
  • national college of family doctors — Member · since 2018
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2018

Your consultation, step by step

  1. 1 Choose a slot
  2. 2 Brief pre-consult form
  3. 3 Consultation
  4. 4 Follow-up note & plan

Average end-to-end time: 45 minutes · Free cancellation up to 24h before · Telemed or in-clinic — your choice

Services & pricing

New patient consultation (60m)

60 min in_clinic|telemed

Follow-up consultation (30m)

30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone

Vaccination administration

120 min in_clinic

Minor procedure (skin)

30 min in_clinic

Insurance compatibility

In-network Direct billing
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In-network Direct billing
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For international patients

Multilingual care

Coordinator: Patient liaison · veena.patel@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English.

Travel & transfer

Aftercare worldwide

Coordinated follow-up by request.

Research & publications

h-index: 17 · i10: 14

Selected publications

  1. Outcomes of Rheumatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort

    Dr Veena Patel, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025

  2. European registry analysis of Rheumatology outcomes

    Dr Veena Patel, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024

  3. Outcomes of Rheumatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort

    Dr Veena Patel, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023

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Invited talks

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

Articles by Dr Veena Patel

Frequently asked

01. Do you accept new patients?

Dr Veena Patel 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?

In-network with major international insurers (Allianz Worldwide, AXA Global, BUPA Global and others). Use the "Verify my insurance" button to confirm your plan.

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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