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An introduction to Mr Tamer Sweed
In this video we meet Mr Tamer Sweed, an orthopaedic surgeon based in Coventry. He tells u...
Mr Tamer Sweed
FRCS(Tr-Orth) MScOrth MBChB
GMC: 7060605Professional statement
Mr Tamer Sweed is a distinguished consultant orthopaedic surgeon based in Coventry who specialises exclusively in knee surgery and lower limb sports injuries. Included in his areas of expertise are knee arthroplasty, knee arthroscopy, ACL reconstruction, knee osteotomy, partial knee replacement, and cartilage repair and regeneration.
With over 20 years’ experience, Mr Sweed consults privately at The Meriden Hospital in Coventry and Priory Hospital Edgbaston in Birmingham. His NHS base is at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust.
Mr Sweed qualified from Alexandria University in Egypt in 2001. He also completed his orthopaedic training there before relocating to the UK in 2013. Mr Sweed was awarded his fellowship to the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) in Trauma and Orthopaedics in 2016 and has since completed advanced fellowship training in knee surgery at renowned institutions, including:
- BOA knee osteotomy fellowship at North Cumbria NHS Trust.
- Sports knee fellowship at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton.
- Lower limb arthroplasty fellowship at Royal Berkshire Hospital.
- Knee fellowship at University Hospital Birmingham.
In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Mr Sweed is passionate about medical education and co-founded the Birmingham Knee School (BKS). BKS hosts an annual course for trainees and fellows to support the exchange of knowledge and techniques while promoting innovation and excellence in knee surgery.
Clinics
Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2LQ, CoventryMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 25 years of experience
- Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Priory Hospital Edgbaston (present)
Professional memberships
- British Orthopaedic Association
- European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy
Education
- FRCS (Tr&Orth), Royal College of Surgeons, England (2016)
- MRCS, Royal College of Surgeons, England (2011)
Positions in organisations
- UKITE Editor, British Orthopaedic Association (present)
Publications and conferences
- Mr Sweed’s publications are available on his PubMed profile
- Mr Sweed’s publications are available on GoogleScholar
Languages spoken
- English
- ِArabic
Registration number: 7060605
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- Mr Tamer Sweed is a very out standing surgeon and I can’t thank him enough for all the hard work he puts in behind closed doors and also his staff that worked with Mr Sweed are outstanding and very professional for keeping me calm before my surgeries He really does go above and beyond for every patient. Thank youDoctor's response -Thank you for your kind words. All the best with your recovery
- Excellent service Professional approach from the outset with clinical guidance along with full transparency around procedures and process Supporting by Natalie Gill, Natalie has been the consummate professional, super helpful and friendly in her engagement thank youDoctor's response -Thank you for taking the time to share this. I'm glad the process felt clear and well-supported throughout, and I'll pass your kind words on to Natalie she'll really appreciate it. Wishing you all the best.
- Dr Sweed and the Meriden hospital as a whole made me feel completely at ease about my surgery, they consulted on all options and possibilities and ensured I was comfortable. I cannot thank them enough.Doctor's response -Thank you for such a lovely review. Making sure patients feel informed and comfortable with their options is exactly what we aim for, and I'm really pleased the whole Meriden team helped put you at ease. Best wishes with your recovery
- Hi I am Muhammad Azam I have got my right nhee operated in Meriden Hospital Coventry with Sir Dr Tamer Sweed,I am feeling wel ,money money thanks,all staff are very good. Thanks
- Hi I am Muhammad Azam ,I have got operated my right nhee operated in Meriden Hospital Coventry with Sir Dr Tawed Sweed,I'm feeling very good ,many many thanks Sir All staff are very good Thanks
- I cant recommend tamer Sweed enough! It was an absolute pleasure working with him and his assistant Natalie from start to finish. Any problems I could always call Natalie and she would respond within seconds. I recommend tamer to any other athletes he is a master of his craft!
- Amazing surgeon First went so well . No problems with recovery.
- All good, sorted knee replacement