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Mr Akash Patel
BSc (Hons) MBBS MRCS MSc FRCS (Tr and Orth)
GMC: 6130004Professional statement
Mr Akash Patel is a leading consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon based in London, and Associate Professor (University College London). He specialises in knee arthroscopy, hip arthroscopy, meniscal repair, ACL reconstruction, hip replacement and knee replacement. He privately practices at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, Royal Free Hospital, Kings Oak Cavell Hospitals and Wellington Hospital. His NHS base is the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Mr Patel is double-fellowship trained, and prides himself in providing best-possible outcomes for his patients, using evidence-based technologies and enhanced recovery techniques. He also utilises innovative treatments for management of musculoskeletal disorders, including biologics (PRP).
Mr Patel is highly qualified and graduated from University College London (UCL) with MBBS (2005) and BSc (Hons) in Neuroscience. Following this, he undertook trauma and orthopaedic training on the Imperial Northwest London rotation. Towards the end of his training, he was awarded various fellowships, including international ones in Germany, France, Holland, Switzerland and South Africa. He also has MSc in Evidence-Based Orthopaedics from Warwick University.
Clinics
Cavell Dr, Uplands Park Rd, Enfield EN2 7PR, North LondonMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 21 years of experience
- Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon, The Wellington Hospital (February 2021 - present)
Subspecialties
- Hip surgery
- Platelet-rich plasma
Professional memberships
- Fellow, Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCSEng)
- British Orthopaedic Association
Education
- BSc (Hons), Neuroscience, University College London (2002)
- MBBS, University College London (2005)
Teaching posts
- Associate professor, University College London (UCL) Faculty of Medical Sciences (July 2020 - present)
- Honorary senior lecturer, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust (October 2013 - present)
Publications and conferences
- Ten year follow up and evaluation of a contoured focal resurface prosthesis (Hemicap) in UK patients. Nahas S, Patel A, Li L, Parmar H. Journal of Knee Surgery. Oct 2020; 33(10): 966-970.
- Does removing hip precautions after posterior-approach total hip arthroplasty affect dislocation rates? A Systematic Review. Crompton J, Osagie L, Patel A. Acta Orthopaedica. July 2020; 28(1-6).
Languages spoken
- English
- Hindi
Registration number: 6130004
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- Mr Akash Patel is a highly skilled surgeon and has a unique and caring approach to patient care. Great empathy and professionalism putting the patient at the centre of care and decision making.
- Would recommend Dr Patel to others, he is very welcoming, reassuring and very informative. My treatment within the King's Oak and Cavell hospitals has been brilliant from initial assessment to post op.
- Thank you NHS for paying for me to be treated privately. it has been a wonderful experience
- I am extremely grateful for the time and care taken by Mr Patel to listen and explain things so clearly particularly given that my case is not straightforward. I am also grateful that he referred me to such a brilliant MSK physiotherapist who has given me greater insight into how I can work with my body rather than simply focusing on the pain. This has had such a positive impact on me. I truly value Mr Patel’s continued encouragement and enthusiasm about my progress with physiotherapy.
- Mr Patel is a great doctor. He has been on top of my knee injuries for years now. Things have finally resolved since he performed meniscal repair surgery on both knees. I am genuinely so happy and grateful.
- Dr. Patel has given me a new lease on life after the successful surgery on my right hip. He was quick to answer all questions and concerns and was informative and kind throughout the whole procedure. I’m so grateful to be living without pain. Thank you!
- Mr Patel and his staff were exceptional on all levels