Chondromalacia (runner's knee) - Medical specialists

Total Orthopaedics is a leading minor orthopaedic injury e-consultation service that provides expert practice focused on innovative, up-to-date procedures and management options. It is based in Solihull and Sutton Coldfield and its' virtual reach allows for the ultimate convenience of remote consultations for patients that are unable to meet face-to-face or want to maintain social distance during the diagnostic process. Complementing their patient-care driven consultation service, Total Orthopaedic's team of respected and experienced consultant orthopaedic surgeons offer solutions such as joint-salvaging procedures and robotic surgery. Furthermore, the expertise offered by Total Orthopaedic's specialists allows them to utilise minimally invasive procedures in order to ensure patients receive the best outcome in their surgical treatment. Each member of the Total Orthopaedics team is an expert in their respective field: Mr Mark Dunbar is a fellowship-trained knee surgeon with an University of Oxford degree, that prides himself in a modern, evidence-based approach to inform decision making in his practice. Mr Tarek El-Gamal is also fellowship-trained surgeon, specialising in foot and ankle conditions. He is passionate about improving the quality of care and outcomes for patients which is reflected in his highly-respected research. Mr Panos Makrides is an orthopaedic surgeon that specialises in hip procedures. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, focused on delivering patient-centred care. Mr Gunaratnam Shyamalan's orthopaedic specialism lies in hand surgery and is one of the very few in the UK that performs high volumes of arthroscopic scaphoid surgery. He works closely with hand therapists to offer both surgical and non-surgical treatments for his patients. The team is committed to providing patients some of the highest quality of orthopaedic care anywhere in the UK.

Golders Green Outpatients and Diagnostics Centre has served this London community for over ten years, holding an Outstanding CQC rating. Led by Wellington Hospital consultants across 20-plus specialties, it offers same-day walk-in appointments, a 3T MRI scanner, a dedicated paediatric unit active since 2007, and a private GP service for the whole family. What medical services does it specialise in? With more than 20 specialties represented, Golders Green Outpatients and Diagnostic Centre provides specialist outpatient consultations and comprehensive diagnostics in one location:Cardiology (cardiac investigations and monitoring) Paediatrics and child health Private GP services Dermatology (skin conditions) Gastroenterology (digestive system care) Otolaryngology — ear, nose and throat (ENT) Obstetrics and gynaecology (women's health) Orthopaedic surgery Pain medicine (chronic pain management) Physical medicine and rehabilitation (physiotherapy) Rheumatology Speech and language therapy and wound care services are also offered as part of the extended clinical programme. What tests and treatments does it offer? Some of the medical tests and care services offered at Golders Green Outpatients and Diagnostics Centre include: 3T MRI, diagnostic ultrasound scan, DEXA bone density scan, digital X-ray, echocardiography, ambulatory ECG monitoring, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring and blood tests, as well as women’s health services, and chronic pain service.What quality and safety standards does Golders Green Outpatients and Diagnostics Centre meet? Golders Green Outpatients holds an Outstanding CQC rating — the highest award available. Consultant-led teams from The Wellington Hospital deliver care with paediatric specialists and dedicated diagnostic staff, ensuring rapid and clinically accurate reporting across all services. Where is Golders Green Outpatients and Diagnostics Centre located? Roman House, 296 Golders Green Road, NW11. Near Golders Green tube (Northern line). Adjacent on-street parking. What other HCA Healthcare UK centres are there in Central London? The Golders Green Outpatients and Diagnostics Centre is part of the Wellington Hospital campus. Other HCA Healthcare UK locations nearby include The Wellington Hospital in St John's Wood and The Portland Hospital on Great Portland Street, which provides specialist paediatric and women's health care.

Nuffield Health Woking a leading private healthcare provider serving Woking and the surrounding area. With a team of top consultants and modern equipment, the hospital offers patients a relaxing environment to recover from a wide range of health problems. The hospital is equipped with a state-of-the-art Breast Clinic, as well as a Private Spinal Centre.What medical services does it specialise in?Some of the hospital's specialties include:Orthopaedic hip surgery Orthopaedic knee surgery General surgery Diagnostics Orthopaedic foot and ankle surgery General orthopaedic surgery Dermatology Ophthalmology