About
Mr Ahsan Akhtar
Discover personalised Orthopaedic solutions designed to enhance your mobility and improve your quality of life.
Compassionate Communication
Known for a calm manner and clear explanations, ensuring patients feel informed and reassured.
Evidence-Based Care
Practising evidence-based medicine using modern surgical techniques.
Meet Mr Akhtar
Mr Akhtar is a Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon in North West London, specialising in the treatment and surgery of the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand. His practices are based in North West London and Central London.
His extensive training and experience focusing on upper limb surgery allows him to provide patients with evidence-based and individualised care when they need it. Patient reviews continually highlight his pleasant and calm manner, along with his ability to explain surgical procedures effectively and address patients’ concerns in detail in a manner that patients will understand.
Specialities
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Arthroscopic treatment of shoulder dislocations and instability, subacromial bursitis and impingement, frozen shoulder, and rotator cuff tears.
Hand & Wrist Surgery
Hand & Wrist Surgery
Surgical treatment to relieve nerve compression and tendon locking, improving hand function and reducing pain from carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger finger.
Shoulder & AC Joint Injuries
Shoulder & AC Joint Injuries
Treatment of shoulder, clavicle, and AC joint fractures and dislocations, including injuries related to trauma and sporting activity.
Elbow Surgery
Elbow Surgery
Tennis/Golfer’s elbow, instability, tendon disorders, post-traumatic elbow release surgery, and ulnar nerve release surgery.
Clinical Approach
- Practises evidence-based medicine
- Utilises modern surgical techniques
- Committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care
- Actively seeks opportunities to improve quality of care
- Places strong emphasis on clear communication and patient understanding
- Known for a calm demeanour and supportive approach
- Values teamwork and collaborative working
Experience & Training
- Medical Education: Medical Degree, University of Manchester (2007)
- Specialist Training: Specialist Registrar training in Trauma & Orthopaedics (North West Thames (Imperial) Rotation)
- Fellowships: Imperial College Hospital; Wrightington Upper Limb Unit; Royal Berkshire Hospitals (Shoulder & Elbow)
- International Experience: Visiting fellowships in Antwerp, Belgium (hand, wrist & elbow) and Nice, France (shoulder)