Dr. Pedro Machado

Professor

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Biography

Pedro Machado is a Professor and Consultant in Rheumatology and Neuromuscular Diseases at University College London (UCL) and University College London Hospitals (UCLH). He runs specialized clinics for spondyloarthritis within the rheumatology department and for myopathy/myositis in the neuromuscular department. His research interests focus on investigating new therapeutic strategies for rheumatic diseases, with a particular emphasis on muscle diseases and axial spondyloarthritis. Additionally, he examines the outcomes of COVID-19 in patients with rheumatic and neuromuscular diseases. Professor Machado has published over 290 articles and seven book chapters, achieving a Scopus H-index of 60. He has received £8 million in research funding and various awards, including the prestigious Michael Mason Award by the British Society for Rheumatology for his excellence in clinical scientific research. He has served in leadership roles within significant rheumatology organizations, promoting advancements in the field and improving patient care. Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, Machado is committed to global health objectives, aligning his work with sustainable development goals.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2022-10-01 — Present

University College London • London, United Kingdom

Leading research and clinical services in rheumatology and neuromuscular diseases.

Associate Professor

2019-10-01 — 2022-09-30

University College London • London, United Kingdom

Conducted clinical research, taught medical students and supervised clinics.

Awards

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Michael Mason Award

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Honorary Member Award