Skip to main content
👋
Is this profile yours? Take control to keep your details current, set fees, and respond to reviews.
This page is aggregated from public sources. Claim this profile →
Prof Ian Chikanza
Trust score 8/100 Accepting new patients

Prof

Prof Ian Chikanza

Rheumatology

English
2,502+ Patients seen
15 Years in practice
5 Publications
1 Languages spoken

About

A specialist in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology (Adult & Paediatric), and hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos disorders. Trained at Guys and St Thomas Hospital, London; and the Children's Hospital, Tufts Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA. He was appointed Prof of Rheumatology, University of Cape Town Medical School in 1996. Other appointments past and present: Consultant in Rheumatology (Adult & Paediatric) at St Barts & The Royal London Hospital, London, UK & Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of London; and Prof of Medicine & Adjunct Dean of Sch of Medicine, Catholic University Zimbabwe; and Prof of Rheumatology & Immunology, University of Zimbabwe. Has set up 2 biotech companies, a number of  R&D clinical programs  for  big pharma. An expert in clinical Trials. A medical scientist and some of his research work led to the development of successful biological treatments for rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune inflammatory diseases. He has published over 200 publications in peer review medical journals {Citations Index: Over 3,300, as of 2025} and over 4 medical books the latest being Immunotherapy of Cancer, and Neuroendocrine Immunology of Human Disease{in press}. His research interests are in immunotherapy, neuroendocrine immunology and corticosteroid resistances. A member of the London Consultants Association; A Fellow & member of the American College of Rheumatology, British Society of Rheumatology, African League Against Rheumatism, and a past section President of The Royal Society of Medicine, London, UK. A Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London, UK; Royal College of Paediatrics & Child Health, London, UK; American College of Physicians; East Central Southern Africa College of Medicine. He has been involved in setting up pioneering healthcare systems in southern Africa and USA for effective healthcare delivery; seats on of Board of Trustees of Arthritis Care Africa Foundation. Reviews Grant proposals submitted to various Research funding organisations such as NIHR, UK. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of the European Medical Journal - Rheumatology and seats on the Editorial Boards of several other Medical journals. Medical Director, International Arthritis & Hypermobility Centre @Harley Street Clinic, London, UK. A leading medico-legal expert in all areas of medical negligence and personal injury with over 30 years experience.

Contact Details to Book: E-mail: info@iahcentre.com 

Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments


• Adult Rheumatology


• Paediatric Rheumatology


• Hypermobility Disorders


• Internal medicine


• Adult Rheumatology


• Paediatric Rheumatology


• Hypermobility Disorders


• Internal medicine


• Immunotherapy - Anti-TNF, Rituximab, Tociluzimab, Abatacept

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

— Prof Ian Chikanza

Education & training

  1. 2001–2007 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid (GB)
  2. 2007–2011 Residency · Rheumatology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid (GB)
  3. 2011–2012 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Royal Marsden London, UK

Career & appointments

  1. 2011-09–2012-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Rheumatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-717611 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Rheumatology
#EB-80CCD8A7 · issued 2012 · renewal 2022
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,698
Annual physical exam 99395 668
Vaccination administration 90471 2,476
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 643

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 30 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Ian Chikanza
HEADSHOT
Ian Chikanza in consultation
IN OFFICE
Ian Chikanza with the team
WITH TEAM
Ian Chikanza at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 87s
Meet Ian Chikanza

Research & publications

h-index: 8 · i10: 10

  1. Outcomes of Rheumatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ian Chikanza, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2683/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 34550871 · cited by 178
  2. European registry analysis of Rheumatology outcomes
    Ian Chikanza, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3671/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 36367505 · cited by 192
  3. Outcomes of Rheumatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ian Chikanza, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.1901/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 33478510 · cited by 182

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 2012
  • national college of family doctors — Member · since 2012
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2012

Patient reviews

★ 0.00 3,244 verified 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
  • ★ 5 verified visit

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

    — Anna B. · 2026-05-12

  • ★ 5 verified visit

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

    — Marco V. · 2026-04-01

  • ★ 4 verified visit

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

    — Helena F. · 2026-04-14

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · dr.ian.chikanza@euroclinics.example

Similar specialists

Browse all →