Dr Rodney Hughes

Written by a patient at St Peter's Hospital

Dr Hughes has played a key role in keeping me comfortable and mobile whilst a Rheumatoid Arthritis patient. He is extremely generous with his time and expertise, an excellent listener and extremely kind. I have been extremely fortunate to benefit from his expert care.

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Written by a patient at St Peter's Hospital

Dr Hughes may be very knowledgeable, but I found him to be “old school” in his manner. He was somewhat patronising; there was no aim for collaboration with the patient, as he describes on his website; for example when I asked sensible questions the response was mostly abrupt and dismissive – which closed down discussion. Dr Hughes chose not to refer me to another branch of iMSK, which would have helped me enormously; I had to fix the problem myself by seeing a consultant privately, and then be transferred back to NHS to get much needed treatment. I also had to seek another referral to specialist to address the other problem I asked him about - since he discharged me without follow up.

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Written by a patient at St Peter's Hospital

I didn’t see this doctor on my visit but my experience with him is that he is very knowledgeable and an excellent consultant.

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Written by a patient at St Peter's Hospital

At the outset of the appointment, neither Mr Hughes or I were totally sure why I was there. A quick look at my records revealed that I was referred as the result of an ultrasound on a gouty tophus on my elbow. The confusion arose as I expected to see a surgeon following that scan and, of course, Mr Hughes is a rheumatologist. The issue of the tophus was discussed and Mr Hughes suggested that my gout may not be under as good a control as I believed. A blood test proved him right and I am now able to take action to control my gout more effectively. He also discussed my knees (arthritic as a result of sport) and offered some valuable advice on managing this condition. Mr Hughes has a very pleasant nature, took as much time as was necessary to discuss and address each of these issues properly. The advice and information he provided I have no doubt will be invaluable in managing my condition and maintaining my mobility and quality of life.

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Written by a patient at St Peter's Hospital

I have been under the care of Rod Hughes for several years and I find him to be extremely caring, patient and always listens to me. Dr Hughes will always find the time to treat me between appointments if I'm having a flare up of my condition as I believe he understands my desire to work and lead as normal life as possible - so will treat symptoms at once.. there should be more consultants like him.!

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