Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh
Orthopaedic Surgeon
London, SE1 2PR
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28 years of experience
Verified profile
28 years of experience
Patient Trust Score
284 recommendations for:
Latest endorsement
23 Feb 2024
Adel is an excellent shoulder surgeon and a fantastic colleague. I can highly recommend him.
Mr Jerome Davidson
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About
Mr Tavakkolizadeh completed his Orthopaedic Registrar training at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital and he has completed two fellowships including a Sports Medicine and Upper Limb Surgery fellowship in Australia followed by a year of Upper Limb Surgery fellowship at King's College Hospital. He took up the post of Consultant Orthopaedic and Upper Limb Surgeon at King's College Hospital in 2008.
He provides a comprehensive Upper Limb Service including minimally invasive and arthroscopic shoulder and elbow surgery. He also performs wrist arthroscopies and treats upper limb fractures and soft tissue sports injuries in conjunction with appropriate rehabilitation when necessary.
He treats nerve compression neuropathies including cubital and carpal tunnel syndrome.
He is actively involved in research and teaching. He has extensive publications in peer reviewed journals and is involved in postgraduate teaching and training. He is an organiser and faculty member in several educational and skills courses nationally and participates regularly in GP and physio teaching programmes. He has been an invited guest speaker at several prestigious international orthopaedic meetings.
Mr Tavakkolizadeh has a great relationship with his peers and colleagues; he works closely with a number of highly experienced Physiotherapists and Hand Therapists, and has a very holistic approach, ensuring that his patients have access to all the specialists and treatment they require to make a full recovery.
As well as being incredibly experienced, he is also very approachable, and has an excellent rapport with his patients.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
Biceps repair, Pec major repar, clavicle fracture, acromioclavicular joint dislocation, shoulder dislocation, elbow dislocation, elbow fracture, wrist fracture
- Shoulder surgery
- Elbow surgery
- Wrist surgery
- Hand surgery
- Sports injuries
- Upper limb surgery
- Upper limb fractures
- Fractures and trauma
- Arthroscopic surgery
- Minimally invasive surgery
- Rotator cuff repair
- Shoulder stabilisation
- Tennis elbow
- Shoulder impingement
- Injections
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Ulnar nerve compression
- Dupuytren's disease
- Shoulder arthroscopy
- Elbow arthroscopy
- Wrist arthroscopy
- Scaphoid fractures
- Shoulder replacement
- Elbow replacement
- Base of thumb arthritis
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Shoulder Pain (18%)
- Hand Pain (7%)
- Bursitis (Shoulder) (6%)
- Rotator Cuff Repair (5%)
- Shoulder Arthroscopy (4%)
- Others (59%)
Subspecialties
- Hand & Wrist Surgery
- Hand Surgery
- Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
All conditions and treatments
- Shoulder Pain
- Hand Pain
- Bursitis (Shoulder)
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Impingement
- Hand Injury
- Arthritis (Hand)
- Dislocated Shoulder
- Elbow Fractures
- Wrist Fractures
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Ganglion Cyst Removal
- Tendon Repair
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Joint Injection
- Hand & Wrist Surgery
- Acromioclavicular Joint (ACJ) Excision
- Arthroscopy
- Biceps Tenodesis and Tenotomy
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4193137
Qualifications
MB BS The Royal London Hospital Medical College 1995
MRCS Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 1999
FRCS (Tr & Orth) Royal College of Surgeons 2006
MSc Brighton University 2008
Sports Medicine Fellowship Perth Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Centre 2006
Shoulder & Elbow, Hand & Wrist Surgery Fellowship King's College Hospital 2007
languages spoken
- English
- Persian
consultation fees
- New appointment: £250
- Follow-up appointment: £160
insurers
- General Medical
- health-on-line
- Bupa Fee Assured
- April
- Groupama
- Simply Health
- Healix
- Saga Insurance
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Four Points Assistance
- Bupa
- CS Healthcare
- WPA
- Legal & General
- The Exeter
- Freedom Healthcare
- Cigna
- Norwich Union
- Aviva Health
- Vitality Health
- AXA PPP Healthcare
- Bupa Platinum
Location
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(4265)
27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
(3515)
St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS
St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS
(805)
40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD
40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD
(537)
125 Albemarle Road, Beckenham, United Kingdom, BR3 5HS
125 Albemarle Road, Beckenham, United Kingdom, BR3 5HS
(166)
32 St Thomas' St, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS
32 St Thomas' St, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS
(148)
31 Old Broad Street By Tower 42, London, United Kingdom, EC2N 1HT
31 Old Broad Street By Tower 42, London, United Kingdom, EC2N 1HT
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The Guthrie Wing, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, United Kingdom, SE5 9RS
The Guthrie Wing, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, United Kingdom, SE5 9RS
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
154 reviews
5
Mr Tavakkolizadeh has been brilliant, I have felt in such safe hands throughout. He is great at explaining clearly, listening to me and offering reassurance where necessary. I couldn't have asked for better care. He is also very well regarded by all his colleagues, who have nothing but positive things to say about him.
5
Adel is warm hearted and experienced professional, who provides an excellent service
5
Done already
5
Very friendly, helpful and clear
5
Clearly set out the issues, alternatives and appropriate courses of action.
5
Mr. Tavakkolizadeh demonstrated exceptional knowledge and professionalism. He thoroughly addressed all of my questions and concerns, ensuring I had complete confidence before the operation. I was well-informed about the procedure and what to expect. The operation was highly successful, and I experienced a rapid recovery, thanks to Mr. Tavakkolizadeh and his team. I am immensely grateful for their expertise and care.
5
One of the nicest consultants I have ever met very professional but also kind and understanding would not hesitate to recommend thank you Mr T 👍
5
I found Mr T's bedside manner very comforting. He was always clear about the problem and solution, and did a great job with the surgery.
5
I would not hesitate to recommend Mr T. He explained the procedure clearly and put my mind at ease. Mr T is also a super friendly guy with a great bed side manner.
5
Nothing but positive, friendly, professional and knowledgeable advice, felt taken care of well
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7 endorsements
Adel is an excellent shoulder surgeon and a fantastic colleague. I can highly recommend him.
23 Feb 2024Mr Jerome Davidson
Orthopaedic SurgeryAdel is a widely respected colleague and highly sought after for his care by his peers, always good sign. He is a kind and compassionate doctor going the extra mile for his patients. I am fortunate to work alongside him and I regularly seek his opinion.
28 Apr 2022Mr Zameer Shah
Orthopaedic SurgeryA leading specialist in Shoulders and elbows. He is respected by patients and peers and takes on some very challenging cases.
12 Jan 2022Mr Sam Singh
Orthopaedic SurgeryAdel is an extremely competent and caring upper limb surgeon
07 Jan 2022Professor Venu Kavarthapu
Orthopaedic SurgeryFAQ
What are Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh's reviews like?
Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 154 reviews
What languages does Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh speak?
Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh speaks English and Persian
Where is Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh located?
Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh primarily practices at London Bridge Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at 27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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