Dr. Sumeet AgrawalExpert in Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology
Head – Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology
Dr. Sumeet Agrawal is Head of Rheumatology at Artemis Gurgaon with 20+ years’ experience in arthritis, lupus and autoimmune diseases.
Qualifications
- MBBS – Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur
- MD (Medicine/Rheumatology) – L.P.S. Institute of Cardiology, G.S.V.M. Medical College, Kanpur (Gold Medal)
- DM (Clinical Immunology) – Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS), Lucknow
- Fellowship – Asia-Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology, United Kingdom
Memberships
- Indian Rheumatology Association
- Asia-Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology
Introduction of Dr. Sumeet Agrawal
Dr. Sumeet Agrawal is a highly respected rheumatologist and clinical immunologist with more than 20 years of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune, inflammatory and musculoskeletal disorders. He currently serves as Head – Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology at Artemis Hospitals, Gurugram.
He is among the relatively few specialists in Delhi-National Capital Region with formal super-specialty training in Clinical Immunology. His expertise includes rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, lupus, vasculitis, scleroderma, myositis, Sjögren’s syndrome, osteoporosis and complex immune-mediated diseases.
Dr. Agrawal completed his DM in Clinical Immunology from Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, after earning a Gold Medal during his postgraduate training. He later received an Asia-Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology fellowship in the United Kingdom, strengthening his exposure to internationally accepted rheumatology practices.
Before joining Artemis Hospitals, he served as Assistant Professor at Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, and Consultant Rheumatologist at Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram. His academic experience, accurate diagnostic approach and long-term management of complex autoimmune conditions make him a trusted specialist for both domestic and international patients.
Medical Problems Dr. Sumeet Agrawal Deals With
Dr. Agrawal treats a broad range of adult rheumatology and clinical immunology conditions, along with selected paediatric rheumatic diseases.
Inflammatory Arthritis & Spondyloarthropathies
- Rheumatoid Arthritis & Seronegative Inflammatory Arthritis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Ankylosing Spondylitis & Axial Spondyloarthritis
- Peripheral Spondyloarthritis
- Reactive Arthritis & Undifferentiated Inflammatory Arthritis
Connective Tissue & Autoimmune Diseases
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
- Systemic Sclerosis or Scleroderma
- Sjögren’s Syndrome
- Mixed & Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease
- Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome (APS)
- Sarcoidosis, Behçet’s Disease, & Retroperitoneal Fibrosis
Inflammatory Muscle Diseases & Vasculitis Disorders
- Polymyositis, Dermatomyositis, & Immune-Mediated Necrotising Myopathy
- Small, Medium, & Large-Vessel Vasculitis
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis & Microscopic Polyangiitis
- Takayasu Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis, & Polyarteritis Nodosa
Degenerative & Crystal Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands)
- Gout, CPPD, & Recurrent Crystal Arthritis
Paediatric Rheumatology
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- Childhood SLE, Paediatric Vasculitis, & Inflammatory Myopathies
Bone Health, Metabolic & Musculoskeletal Pain Disorders
- Osteoporosis, Osteopenia, & Vitamin D Deficiency
- Chronic Joint, Neck, Back, and Shoulder Pain
- Tendon & Bursa Disorders
- Fibromyalgia & Widespread Musculoskeletal Pain
Procedures & Treatments Dr. Sumeet Agrawal Performs
Dr. Agrawal provides comprehensive medical treatment, diagnostic procedures and advanced immune-modulating therapies.
Rheumatology Evaluation & Medical Management
- Comprehensive Rheumatology Assessment & Autoimmune Disease Evaluation
- Conventional, Biological, and Targeted Synthetic DMARD Therapy
- Immunosuppressive & Immunomodulatory Therapy
- Osteoporosis Assessment and Treatment
Joint & Soft-Tissue Procedures
- Intra-Articular Joint, Tendon Sheath, & Bursa Injections
- Joint Fluid Aspiration
- Soft-Tissue & Local Steroid Injections
Diagnostic Biopsy Procedures
- Skin Biopsy for Vasculitis and Connective Tissue Disease
- Muscle Biopsy for Inflammatory Myopathy
- Nerve Biopsy for Selected Vasculitic Neuropathy
- Minor Salivary Gland Biopsy for Sjögren’s Syndrome
Advanced Biological & Targeted Therapies
- Infliximab, Rituximab, Etanercept, & Tocilizumab Therapy
- Targeted Therapy for Severe Inflammatory Arthritis
- Advanced Treatment for Refractory Lupus and Vasculitis
- Immunosuppressive Protocols for Myositis and Systemic Autoimmune Disease
Comprehensive Multidisciplinary Care
- Coordination with Nephrology, Pulmonology, Neurology, Dermatology, and Orthopaedics
- Long-Term Laboratory and Clinical Monitoring
Background and Achievements
Dr. Sumeet Agrawal completed his MBBS from Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur. He subsequently pursued his MD in Medicine/Rheumatology at the L.P.S. Institute of Cardiology and G.S.V.M. Medical College, Kanpur, distinguishing himself by receiving a Gold Medal. He further advanced his specialization by completing a DM in Clinical Immunology from the prestigious Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS), Lucknow. To align his practice with international standards, he completed a Fellowship with the Asia-Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology in the United Kingdom.
- Professional Experience: Currently serves as Head – Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology at Artemis Hospitals, Gurugram. He brings over 20 years of rich clinical experience, previously holding roles as Consultant Rheumatologist at Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram, and Assistant Professor at Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad.
- Research & Awards: Honoured with a Gold Medal during his MD training, an International Osteoporosis Foundation Grant for the Worldwide Conference of Osteoporosis Patient Societies in Beijing, and a Gaslini International Grant. He actively participates in national and international rheumatology forums and contributes extensively to medical education and clinical immunology research.
Why International Patients Prefer Dr. Sumeet Agrawal
- More than 20 years of experience in rheumatology and clinical immunology
- Formal DM training in Clinical Immunology
- Expertise in complex autoimmune and connective tissue diseases
- Comprehensive treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, vasculitis and scleroderma
- Advanced experience with biological and targeted therapies
- International fellowship exposure in the United Kingdom
- Former academic faculty at Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences
- Experience at Medanta – The Medicity and Artemis Hospitals
- Multidisciplinary management of diseases affecting the kidneys, lungs, nerves, muscles and skin
- Long-term treatment planning for chronic autoimmune conditions
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- Support for international patients with hospital admission, accommodation and interpretation services
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dr. Sumeet Agrawal specialize in?
Dr. Sumeet Agrawal specializes in rheumatology and clinical immunology, including arthritis, lupus, vasculitis, scleroderma, myositis and other autoimmune diseases.
Where does Dr. Sumeet Agrawal practice and what is his role?
He serves as Head – Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology at Artemis Hospitals, Gurugram.
What autoimmune diseases does Dr. Agrawal treat?
He treats systemic lupus erythematosus, systemic sclerosis, Sjögren’s syndrome, vasculitis, inflammatory myopathies, antiphospholipid antibody syndrome and other connective tissue diseases.
Does Dr. Sumeet Agrawal treat rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis?
Yes. He provides comprehensive treatment for rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis and other inflammatory joint diseases.
Does Dr. Agrawal provide biological therapy?
Yes. He prescribes and monitors biological treatments such as infliximab, rituximab, etanercept and tocilizumab when clinically indicated.
What procedures does Dr. Agrawal perform?
He performs joint and soft-tissue injections, joint aspiration, skin biopsy, muscle biopsy, nerve biopsy and minor salivary gland biopsy for selected autoimmune conditions.
Does Dr. Sumeet Agrawal treat children?
He manages selected paediatric rheumatology conditions, including Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, childhood lupus and paediatric vasculitis.
How can patients book an appointment with Dr. Sumeet Agrawal?
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