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About Dr Ashok Rai
Personal Profile
Dr Ashok Rai is an experienced Consultant Rheumatologist with over 20 years of clinical expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of musculoskeletal and inflammatory conditions.
His specialist interests include osteoporosis, arthritis, inflammatory conditions, connective tissue disorders, and metabolic bone disease. He provides expert assessment and personalised treatment plans to help patients manage their symptoms, improve mobility, and maintain quality of life.
Dr Rai graduated from University of Birmingham Medical School in 1985 and went on to specialise in rheumatology.
Throughout his career, he has combined clinical practice with research, education, and service development. He has coordinated a number of research studies focusing on rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, contributing to the wider understanding and management of these conditions.
Dr Rai has significant experience in healthcare leadership and service development. He was previously Clinical Director and Lead of a busy NHS countywide Rheumatology Unit, where he supported the delivery of high-quality specialist services across multiple sites.
He has also led multidisciplinary rheumatology teams, working collaboratively with healthcare professionals to improve patient care pathways and service delivery.
Dr Rai is passionate about education and training the next generation of doctors and rheumatologists. He regularly teaches medical students and postgraduate trainees, as well as providing clinical supervision and professional development support.
He is a Senior Academy Tutor at the University of Birmingham Medical School and a Visiting Professor at the University of Worcester.
Through his clinical, academic, and leadership roles, Dr Rai continues to contribute to the advancement of rheumatology and the education of future healthcare professionals.
Clinical Interests
- Connective tissue disorders
- SLE Metabolic bone disease (MBD)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Raynauds
- Inflammatory joint disorders
- Osteoporosis
- Hypermobility Syndrome
Professional Memberships
- British Medical Association
- British Society of Rheumatology
- British Society of Immunology
- Midland Rheumatology Society
