
Professional statement
Mr Brijesh Ayyaswamy is a highly skilled consultant orthopaedic surgeon based in Blackpool, Lancashire, practising at Spire Fylde Coast Hospital. He specialises in foot and ankle surgery, knee surgery, and lower limb arthroplasty, including hip, knee, and ankle replacements and injections such as Arthrosmaid knee injections. With extensive experience in foot and ankle surgery including keyhole surgeries for bunion, he provides expert care for patients requiring both routine and complex orthopaedic procedures, combining precision with a patient-focused approach.
Mr Ayyaswamy completed his medical degree at the University of Kerala, India and undertook postgraduate orthopaedic training in India before moving to the UK. He holds MRCS and FRCS (Trauma and Orthopaedics) from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, and has over 25 years of professional experience in orthopaedic surgery. His fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at North Tees and Hartlepool University Hospitals equipped him to perform advanced reconstructive procedures and manage complex cases, including diabetic foot complications.
In addition to his clinical work, Mr Ayyaswamy is recognised for his professional leadership. He is SDEC Lead for Orthopaedics and Lead Consultant for Foot and Ankle Services at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, and leads the Achilles Tendon Rupture Service at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. He is a member of the British Orthopaedic Association, British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, European Foot and Ankle Society, and the British Medical Association. His combination of clinical expertise, fellowship training, and leadership roles makes him a trusted consultant in his field.
Clinics

Spire Fylde Coast Hospital
Blackpool, Spire Fylde Coast Hospital, St Walburgas Rd, Blackpool FY3 8BP, UKMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 25 years of experience
- Consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Spire Fylde Coast Hospital
Subspecialties
- Arthrosmaid knee injections
- Foot and ankle surgery
Professional memberships
- Foot and Ankle Fellowship, North Tees and Hartlepool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Fellowship in Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine, KMC, Manipal (2009)
Education
- FRCS, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (2017)
- MRCS, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (2011)
Positions in organisations
- SDEC Lead for Orthopaedics, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Lead Consultant for Foot and Ankle Services, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Publications and conferences
- Mr Ayyaswamy's publications are available on ResearchGate|https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Brijesh-Ayyaswamy-3
- Mr Ayyaswamy's publications on Google Scholar:
Prizes and awards
- Best Speaker Award of the Day at the British Association of Physiotherapists in Amputee Rehabilitation Annual Virtual Conference (2020)
Languages spoken
- English