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Hip arthritis: When is it time to consider hip replacement surgery and can robotic technology improve outcomes?
Here, distinguished consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Sanat Shah, tells us when patients ...
Mr Sanat Shah is a highly experienced and exceptionally well-regarded consultant orthopaedic surgeon based at The Alexandra Hospital and Spire Manchester Hospital. He completed his postgraduate orthopaedic training in both India and the United Kingdom, undertaking specialist training in Manchester and Southampton. In 1996, he was awarded an AO Fellowship in Germany, further enhancing his expertise in orthopaedic surgery. He was appointed to his current consultant position in 2003.
Mr Shah specialises in lower limb arthroplasty, knee arthroscopy, and trauma surgery. He performs both primary and revision hip and knee replacement procedures and has a particular interest in managing hip disorders in young adults. His expertise includes hip arthroscopic surgery for conditions such as femoroacetabular impingement and labral tears, as well as the treatment of avascular necrosis.
He also provides a tertiary referral service for patients with complex orthopaedic conditions associated with bleeding disorders and rheumatological diseases. In addition, Mr Shah is trained in robotic-assisted surgical techniques and offers robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement surgery, helping to improve surgical precision and patient outcomes.
Throughout his career, Mr Shah has developed extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of orthopaedic conditions, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

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