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Foot and ankle sports injuries - Online Interview
Renowned consultant orthopaedic surgeon and specialist in foot and ankle surgery, Professo...
Professor Maneesh Bhatia
MBBS MS (Orth) FRCS (Ed) FRCS (Tr &Orth)
GMC: 5198567Professional statement
Professor Maneesh Bhatia is a revered consultant orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in foot and ankle surgery, including bunion surgery, revision bunion surgery, correction of lesser toe deformities, hallux rigidus, Morton’s neuroma, rheumatoid foot reconstruction, ankle arthroscopy, sports-related ankle injuries (including instability), deformity corrections, midfoot and hindfoot fusions, arthroscopic ankle fusion, and treatment for Achilles, peroneal, and tibialis posterior tendon disorders, as well as ankle replacement.
Professor Bhatia was recently honoured with the prestigious European Foot and Ankle Society’s annual visiting fellowship in the USA. Impressively, Professor Bhatia was awarded the Nuffield Doctor of The Year prize in 2018 as well as receiving the BMA Best Book Award in 2021. He obtained an MBBS from the University of Rajasthan in 1993 before going on to achieve a MS at the aforementioned university.
Professor Bhatia treats patients aged 12 and older, and is a member of various organisations, including the British Orthopaedic Foot Ankle Society, the British Orthopaedic Association, and the European Foot Ankle Society. He has published extensively to date in his medical career within peer-reviewed publications and journals.
Clinics
Leicester, Scraptoft Ln, Leicester LE5 1HY,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 33 years of experience
- Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Toe deformity
- Morton's neuroma
Professional memberships
- European Foot Ankle Society
- British Orthopaedic Foot Ankle Society
Education
- MBBS, University of Rajasthan (1993)
- MS (Orth), University of Rajasthan (1997)
Positions in organisations
- Founder and Director of the British European Orthopaedic Foot Ankle Academy (BEOFAA)
- Longstanding member of scientific and education committees of EFAS and BOFAS
Publications and conferences
- Editor of three medical books, one of which received the BMA best book award
- 4th book on surgical techniques in Foot Ankle Surgery to be published soon
Prizes and awards
- Nuffield Doctor of The Year (2018)
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 5198567
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Reviews
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- Mr Bhattia and all the team are very professional and got me back on my feet in no time
- Professor Bhatia is an outstanding surgeon. He performed Moberg osteotomy on my right foot. The results have been wonderful and I am pain free. He explained everything thoroughly and I felt valued and cared for as his patient. I would not hesitate to recommend Professor Bhatia.
- Prof Bhatia was very easy to deal with. He explained the problems in plain English, talked through my options and was available whenever I needed to discuss progress or options. The operation was a complete success, I’m very pleased with my care.
- all the staff at Spire Leicester were very good, put me at ease and were very caring in my recovery. Mr Bhatia explained everything and the aftercare treatment I've received has been great. would highly recommend
- Professor Bhatia is very professional. He is kind and understanding. He ensures you understand what is needed and explains your x-rays thoroughly. He confirms your procedures and sees you after your operation and before you go home. A very nice consultant to look after you.
- I have received multiple treatments to my ankle over a number of years under the care of Professor Bhattia and I would highly recommend him to any patient who needs his specialist services. An expert in his field, he brings a human approach - patient, kind and considerate.
- Just excellent throughout the process from diagnosis to operation and through recovery. Thankyou.
- Absolutely amazing work!had so many doctors before messing me around but Dr.Bhatia is amazing surgeon!!recommend ti everyone!from start of my journey to surgery then recovery can prise enough. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
- Professor Bhatia was professional and friendly and put my mind at ease during my consultation. He was easy to talk to; he asked questions and listened to my answers before giving me the benefit of his experience. I would recommend Professor Bhatia to anyone without hesitation.