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Professor Waqar BhattiMusculoskeletal Radiologist in Cheadle
Professor Waqar Bhatti
MBChB FRCS(Ed) DMRD FRCR
GMC: 3566518Professional statement
Professor Waqar Bhatti is an esteemed consultant musculoskeletal radiologist with over 25 years' experience. He is renowned for his work in musculoskeletal radiology in sports radiology and his areas of expertise also include breast imaging and interventional radiology.
His medical studies and training began at the University of Manchester. This is where he received his MBChB in 1992 and in 1996, Professor Bhatti completed his surgical training and gained the FRCS (Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons) qualification. From this point, he continued his studies with a focus on musculoskeletal and sports radiology and proceeded to gain his DMRD (Diploma in Medical Radio-Diagnosis) from Liverpool in 2001 and the FRCR (Fellowship Royal College of Radiologists) qualification. Over the years, he has continued to hone his skills and gain leading expertise in his field.
He has gained many achievements throughout his career. Professor Bhatti was made the youngest professor of radiology from the University of Salford at the age of 43, in which he runs an orthopaedic radiology course twice a year, and in 2001 he developed the first comprehensive musculoskeletal ultrasound service in Manchester. What's more, he has won several prizes locally and internationally for his clinical research. He was also involved in the care of 2012 Olympic athletes, including the British Taekwondo and swimming teams, as the only North West Radiology representive and has been the lead radiologist for Manchester United and Manchester City FC since 2006.
His medical studies and training began at the University of Manchester. This is where he received his MBChB in 1992 and in 1996, Professor Bhatti completed his surgical training and gained the FRCS (Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons) qualification. From this point, he continued his studies with a focus on musculoskeletal and sports radiology and proceeded to gain his DMRD (Diploma in Medical Radio-Diagnosis) from Liverpool in 2001 and the FRCR (Fellowship Royal College of Radiologists) qualification. Over the years, he has continued to hone his skills and gain leading expertise in his field.
He has gained many achievements throughout his career. Professor Bhatti was made the youngest professor of radiology from the University of Salford at the age of 43, in which he runs an orthopaedic radiology course twice a year, and in 2001 he developed the first comprehensive musculoskeletal ultrasound service in Manchester. What's more, he has won several prizes locally and internationally for his clinical research. He was also involved in the care of 2012 Olympic athletes, including the British Taekwondo and swimming teams, as the only North West Radiology representive and has been the lead radiologist for Manchester United and Manchester City FC since 2006.
Clinics
The Alexandra Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
Cheadle, Mill Lane, SK8 2PXMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 34 years of experience
- Consultant Musculoskeletal Radiologist, OSOM Care, BMI The Alexandra Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Musculoskeletal radiology
- Breast imaging
Professional memberships
- British Society of Skeletal Radiology
- The Royal College of Radiologists
Education
- DMRD (Diploma in Medical Radio-Diagnosis) Liverpool (2001)
- FRCR, Fellowship Royal College of Radiologists London (1999)
Teaching posts
- Honorary Professor in Musculoskeletal Radiology, Sports and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Salford Manchester (present)
- Honorary Clinical Lecturer Faculty Of Medicine, University Of Manchester (present)
Positions in organisations
- Associate Editor, Clinical Radiology, Royal College of Radiologists (Elsevier)
Prizes and awards
- A cum laude Award, RSNA, Chicago (2008)
- First Grand Winner Ribbons RSNA, Chicago (2008)
Languages spoken
- Urdu
- Punjabi
Registration number: 3566518
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- All 5 star
- Very friendly and professional. Thankyou.
- This was my BEST hospital experience ever. Professor Bhatti was understanding, caring and so skilled. His honest, warm and positive approach was outstanding and really made the difference. He had a very unique way to redirect my attention so stress simply disappeared. Thank you.
- Absolutely can not fault the service and care by Professor Bhatti and his team. They were incredibly professional, super friendly and made me feel so at ease. Thank you
- Outstanding, exceptional patient care..