Dr Sonia Panchal
Qualifications
MBChB(Hons), MRCP(UK), MRCP(UK) (Rheumatology), FRCP (London) MSc
GMC number: 6114950
Practising since: 2005
Specialties
Rheumatology
Consultation times
- Wednesday
- Friday
- Overview
About
Dr Sonia Panchal is a highly experienced Consultant Rheumatologist with a particular interest in the personalised, whole-person management of autoimmune and inflammatory joint conditions. She brings deep clinical expertise and a unique, patient-empowering approach that recognises the individual behind the illness, not just the disease and also a commitment to helping patients rediscover their potential for health, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
With specialist training in Rheumatology and General Internal Medicine, Dr Panchal treats a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal and systemic inflammatory conditions, including:
- Inflammatory arthritis, such as Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic arthritis, Seronegative arthritis, and Ankylosing spondylitis
- Osteoarthritis and other degenerative joint diseases
- Osteoporosis and metabolic bone disorders, including Paget’s disease
- Crystal arthritis, including Gout and CPPD (Pseudogout)
- Connective tissue diseases
- Soft tissue conditions, including Tendonitis and Bursitis
- A full range of joint and soft tissue injections
Dr Panchal’s practice is rooted in the belief that sustainable health goes beyond symptom control. She takes time to explore the underlying drivers of disease, and collaborates closely with each patient to co-create an individualised plan focused not only on treatment, but also on prevention, optimisation, and lasting vitality. Her consultations often extend into discussion around lifestyle factors that influence immune and musculoskeletal health while remaining firmly anchored in evidence-based medicine.
Patients who seek care from Dr Panchal are supported not only clinically, but also emotionally and mentally. She fosters an open, compassionate space where patients feel heard, respected, and involved in every step of their care. Her commitment is to empower individuals to become active participants in their healing journey, especially those looking to take an active role in reducing medication reliance where appropriate, or seeking a more holistic path to well-being by seeking:
- Greater clarity about the root causes of their illness
- Strategies to reduce reliance on medication where appropriate
- Personalised plans for sustainable health and inner balance
- A proactive, empowered role in their own healing journey
Dr Panchal is also trained in deep transformation and functional health principles, which inform her integrative style. She holds a Master’s in Medical Leadership and is passionate about reshaping the patient experience to be one of possibility, not limitation.
“"When we address the underlying causes of illness, we don’t just manage symptoms, we build a foundation for better long-term health. My aim is to support that kind of freedom in every patient I work with.” Dr Sonia Panchal
Dr Panchal does not see any patients under the age of 18 in her private practice.
Personal interests
Dr Panchal has many interests outside medicine including property investing, business, self-development, and travel.
Languages spoken
English, Gujarati
Locations Dr Sonia Panchal works with
Related experience
Research
Dr Panchal has an active interest in medical research and her interests include rheumatic disease in pregnancy and seronegative inflammatory arthritis.
Memberships
- Royal College of Physicians London
- British Society for Rheumatology
- European Union League Against Rheumatism
- Midlands Rheumatology Society
Other posts held
- Consultant Rheumatologist at the South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust
- Deputy Registrar, Royal College of Physicians London
Insurers Dr Sonia Panchal works with
Dr Sonia Panchal works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- WPA
- Vitality Health (Pru Health)
- Cigna
- Bupa
- Healix
- Police Mutual
Declaration
Dr Sonia Panchal does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Dr Sonia Panchal does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.
Dr Sonia Panchal does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.