Dr. Bala Krishnan Navaneethan

About the Doctor

Dr Bala Krishnan Navaneethan is an experienced rheumatologist in Dubai. He specialises in clinical immunology and advanced musculoskeletal imaging. With more than seven years of clinical experience, he provides comprehensive care for patients suffering from joint, muscle and connective tissue condit...

Area of Expertise

Inflammatory joint pain - Treating painful, swollen joints caused by autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis. Chronic low back pain - Helping patients manage long-term back pain through accurate diagnosis and tailored therapy. Osteoarthritis - Guiding patients to maintain flexibility and manage pain with lifestyle advice and medical support. Gout - Providing effective treatment to reduce joint inflammation and prevent future flare-ups. Lupus - Offering careful, long-term management of this autoimmune condition that can affect multiple organs. Systemic Sclerosis - Supporting patients with this rare condition to improve comfort and daily functioning. Myositis - Treating inflammation of the muscles that causes weakness and pain. Osteoporosis - Preventing and managing bone loss to reduce the risk of fractures. Psoriasis and related arthritis - Helping patients with psoriasis manage joint pain and stiffness linked to inflammation. Use of biological drugs in rheumatology - Using targeted treatments to control inflammation and protect joint health. Intra-articular joint injections - Offering image-guided injections for quick, precise pain relief. Musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound & MRI interpretation - Using advanced imaging to diagnose joint and soft-tissue problems accurately.

Education & Qualifications

• MBBS, MD General Medicine, DM Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology, MRCP SCE Rheumatology