Specialist Services
Clinic Locations
245 Stranmillis Road
Belfast BT9 5JH
Tel: 028 9068 7444
www.ulsterindependentclinic.com
811-815 Lisburn Road
Belfast BT9 7GX
Tel: 028 9066 7878
www.kingsbridgeprivatehospital.com
2 Ballynahinch Road
Royal Hillsborough BT26 6AR
Tel: 028 9268 0940
www.orthodermclinic.com
Diagnostic Services
Dr Gary Meenagh provides a full diagnostic and treatment service for adults with rheumatic and musculoskeletal conditions. Every treatment plan is personalised to your needs, with a focus on improving symptoms, protecting joint health, and enhancing quality of life.
Blood tests
To detect inflammation, immune activity, or other underlying causes.
Joint fluid analysis
To check for infection or crystal-related arthritis (e.g. gout).
Musculoskeletal ultrasound
Performed in clinic where appropriate for real-time diagnosis.
Bone density scan
To assess osteoporosis risk.
Nerve conduction study
For nerve-related conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome.
X-rays, MRI or CT scans
Arranged when further imaging is required.
Treatment Options
Medication management
Including disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) and biologic therapies.
Steroid injections
To reduce inflammation and pain.
Soft tissue injections
For conditions such as frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, and carpal tunnel syndrome.
Ultrasound-guided injections
Ensuring precise placement and optimal results.
Pain management strategies
Tailored to your condition and lifestyle.
Multidisciplinary referrals
Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, podiatry, and more.
Specialist Expertise
Dr Meenagh is well recognised expert nationally on the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound scanning to aid rapid diagnosis and provides this service to appropriate patients at the time of consultation.
Private Medical Insurance
Dr Meenagh is recognised by the main private medical insurance companies. Please contact your insurer prior to your clinic appointment.
AVIA
aviva.co.uk
Provider no: 600054158
AXA
axappphealthcare.co.uk
Provider no: GM02483
Benenden Health
benenden.co.uk
Cigna
cigna.com
BUPA
bupa.co.uk
Provider no: 04207382
Healix
healix.com
H3 Health Insurance
h3insurance.com
Vitality
vitality.co.uk
WPA
wpa.co.uk
Provider no: 920352355
Self-Funded Patients
Dr Meenagh is very happy to assess patients who are self-funding for consultations and any subsequent treatment.
What to bring to an appointment
Ideally you should bring a GP referral letter or referral from another healthcare professional (eg. Physiotherapist), however Dr Meenagh is still able to see patients without this.
Secretary
Debbi Crooks
Debbi will be happy to answer queries which you may have relating to your consultation. Her working hours are Thursday & Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm. If you wish to make an appointment to see Dr Meenagh please contact the clinics directly.
Tel: 077 5401 1852
Email: admin@rheumdoc.com