Dr Christian VassalloConsultant Rheumatologist & Internal Medicine Specialist in Malta
- MRCP (UK)
- Rheumatology & Internal Medicine
- Ultrasound-guided injections
Specialist care for inflammatory arthritis, autoimmune and connective tissue diseases, gout and osteoporosis, including ultrasound-guided joint and soft-tissue injections.
About Dr Vassallo
Dr Christian Vassallo is a dual-accredited Rheumatologist and Internal Medicine Specialist with over a decade of clinical experience in autoimmune, inflammatory and musculoskeletal conditions. He is a consultant at Mater Dei Hospital and sees patients at LifeScan in Naxxar.
Having trained in Malta and the United Kingdom, he manages conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, connective tissue diseases including lupus and systemic sclerosis, and osteoporosis.
He also performs ultrasound-guided joint and soft-tissue injections for targeted relief of acute and long-standing pain. Active in medical education and clinical research, Dr Vassallo aims to improve his patients' mobility and quality of life through individual, evidence-based treatment plans.
How Dr Vassallo can help
Dr Vassallo sees adults with joint, muscle, bone and autoimmune conditions. If you are not sure whether he is the right specialist for you, your GP can advise, or call the clinic.
Arthritis & joints
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Gout
- Ultrasound-guided joint and soft-tissue injections
Autoimmune, bone & pain
- Lupus and systemic sclerosis
- Other connective tissue diseases
- Osteoporosis and bone health
- Long-standing musculoskeletal pain
- Internal medicine opinions
Your appointment at LifeScan
- No referral is needed: book directly online and pick a time that suits you.
- Bring any previous scan reports, blood results or hospital letters.
- Bring a list of the medicines you take.
- Your consultation includes a full history and examination, and a clear plan for the next steps.
- If you need an ultrasound or X-ray, it can usually be arranged here at LifeScan, often on the same day.
Book an appointment with Dr Christian Vassallo
Choose a day and time below. The calendar shows Dr Vassallo's latest availability.
Claiming on health insurance? If you're booking without a referral, your insurer may require one from a doctor outside LifeScan. Please check with your insurer before your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr Christian Vassallo see patients?
Dr Christian Vassallo sees patients at LifeScan, 1 Wesghet il-Frott, Naxxar, Malta. He also works at Mater Dei Hospital. You can book an appointment online at any time; the calendar on this page shows the latest availability.
What does a rheumatologist treat?
A rheumatologist diagnoses and treats conditions of the joints, muscles and bones, and autoimmune diseases that can affect the whole body. These include rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, lupus and other connective tissue diseases, osteoporosis and long-standing musculoskeletal pain.
When should I see a rheumatologist about joint pain?
Consider seeing a rheumatologist if you have joints that are swollen, warm or stiff, especially if stiffness lasts more than 30 minutes in the morning, if pain keeps coming back, or if blood tests have shown signs of inflammation or autoimmune disease. Early treatment of inflammatory arthritis helps protect the joints.
Does Dr Vassallo perform joint injections?
Yes. Dr Vassallo performs ultrasound-guided joint and soft-tissue injections, which use ultrasound to place the injection precisely, for targeted relief of acute and long-standing pain.
Can Dr Vassallo help with osteoporosis?
Yes. Dr Vassallo assesses and treats osteoporosis and bone health. A DEXA bone density scan, which measures bone strength, is available at LifeScan.
Do I need a referral to see Dr Vassallo?
No. You can book directly online without a referral. If your GP or another doctor has given you a referral letter, please bring it with you. However, if you plan to claim on health insurance, your insurer may require a referral letter from your GP or another doctor who is not the specialist you are seeing, so please check with them first.