Welcome to Joint Medical Specialists, a multi-disciplinary group of medical specialists focussed on providing the best care and outcomes ( see “team” for other members)
After a prolonged medical absence, Associate Professor Vivek Thakkar is thrilled to be back, and has commenced his clinics in December 2024, with a more general resumption of clinics expected in 2025.
Associate Professor Thakkar is a leading Sydney Rheumatologist and founder of Joint Medical Specialists. He has expertise in:
- Arthritis (eg. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Gout)
- Autoimmune conditions (eg. SLE, Scleroderma)
- Pain (eg. Neck and Back Pain)
- Osteoporosis (Low Bone Density leading to Fractures)
He is located in South-West Sydney in:
- Gregory Hills (between Campbelltown, Camden and Leppington) (also convenient for Bowral, Picton, Wollongong and Canberra)
Associate Professor Vivek Thakkar is an experienced Australian-trained rheumatologist with over 20 years experience who offers excellent care that is accurate, personalised and compassionate.
Associate Professor Thakkar completed his general medical and rheumatology sub-specialty training in Sydney, and then worked as a rheumatologist at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne whilst completing his research doctorate in the autoimmune diseases and pulmonary hypertension, especially in Scleroderma. He moved back to Sydney in 2013.
His goal is that you understand your condition, and develops personalised solutions to improve your quality of life. Careful assessment, holistic care and durable solutions are very important to him.
Current Roles:
- Associate Professor of Medicine, Macquarie University
- Medicine lead, Stage 2 Macquarie Medical Program (“Macquarie MD”)
- Member of the Macquarie University and Sydney Adventist Hospital Pulmonary Hypertension Services
Previous Roles:
- Clinical SubDean, Macarthur Clinical School, Western Sydney University
- Director of NSW Rheumatology Training
- Co-chair Annual Scientific Committee of the Australian Rheumatology Association
He sees patients in his South West Sydney consulting rooms at Gregory Hills (see “Making Appointments”). You are most welcome to see him.