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Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh

MB BS MRCS MSc FRCS (Tr & Orth)

MB BS MRCS MSc FRCS (Tr & Orth)

Orthopaedic Surgeon

29 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+6 more)

33 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Asif Haq, Mr Kevin Kong and 9 others

5

/5

(234 reviews)

29 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+6 more)

33 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Asif Haq, Mr Kevin Kong and 9 others

426 Recommendations for:

Shoulder Pain(85)
Bursitis (Shoulder)(31)
Hand Pain(29)
Others(254)

Latest Patient Review

16 Apr 2025

Mr Tavakkolizadeh was very professional, friendly and informative.

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Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh

MB BS MRCS MSc FRCS (Tr & Orth)

MB BS MRCS MSc FRCS (Tr & Orth)

Orthopaedic Surgeon

29 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+6 more)

33 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Asif Haq, Mr Kevin Kong and 9 others

29 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+6 more)

33 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Asif Haq, Mr Kevin Kong and 9 others

About Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh

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 & skill endorsements by other professionals

  • Shoulder Pain (85)
  • Bursitis (Shoulder) (31)
  • Hand Pain (29)
  • Others (254)

Subspecialties

  • Hand & Wrist Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery

All conditions and treatments


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

All locations for Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh

London Bridge Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK

4.81

(4679)

27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR

4.8

(4055)

St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS

4.8

(1119)

40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD

4.83

(601)

125 Albemarle Road, Beckenham, United Kingdom, BR3 5HS

4.97

(265)

32 St Thomas' St, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS

4.72

(158)

31 Old Broad Street By Tower 42, London, United Kingdom, EC2N 1HT

0

(0)

The Guthrie Wing, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, United Kingdom, SE5 9RS

Reviews

5

Mr Tavakkolizadeh was very professional, friendly and informative.

16 Apr 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Rotator Cuff Repair
Shoulder Impingement
Shoulder Arthroscopy

5

Mr Tavakkolizadeh was very helpful consulting me on my wrist and shoulder injuries. On both occasions his advice has been very helpful

20 Mar 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Wrist Injury

5

I felt reassured and I thought the consultant's manner was perfect

12 Mar 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hand Pain
Hand Injury

5

His service was of the very best level.

12 Mar 2025verified patient

5

Doctor Tavakkolizadeh explained everything really clearly and gave me multiple different treatment plans for me to go away and think about. Once I had decided on a plan of action he was very happy to explain everything again and provided me with confidence going into my minor operation.

11 Mar 2025verified patient

5

Mr Adel was incredibly friendly upon greeting, initial examination was thorough and he put me at ease through the whole experience

11 Mar 2025verified patient

5

Thoroughly professional throughout, would highly recommend to anyone requiring similar surgery

11 Mar 2025verified patient

5

Great consultation

10 Mar 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hand Pain

5

Doctor Tavakkolizadeh was very compassionate and professional. He conducted the checks thoroughly and explained the procedure and results very clearly. He also listened to my questions and worries and addressed them accordingly.

10 Mar 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Shoulder Pain

5

Excellent. Very clear explanation and helpful.

10 Mar 2025verified patient
Patient seen for:
Wrist Fractures
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Endorsements

Have you worked with this specialist?

I have known Adel for ten years. His reputation as a shoulder surgeon is excellent. The feedback from the patients that I have referred with shoulder issues have been exemplary. He is always available for advice by phone and is extremely accommodating.

20 Jan 2025
Endorsed for
Humerus Fractures
Rotator Cuff Repair

Mr Asif Haq

Mr Asif Haq

General Surgery
Is a colleague

10 Jan 2025
Endorsed for
Shoulder Pain
Humerus Fractures
Rotator Cuff Repair

Mr Kevin Kong

Mr Kevin Kong

Physiotherapy
I have looked after their patients

28 Apr 2024
Endorsed for
Hand Stiffness
Hand & Wrist Surgery

Mr Dimitrios Karadaglis

Mr Dimitrios Karadaglis

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

Fantastic trainer, excellent colleague and a great surgeon.

26 Apr 2024
Endorsed for
Hand Stiffness
Hand & Wrist Surgery

Mr Krishna Boddu

Mr Krishna Boddu

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh's reviews like?

Mr Adel Tavakkolizadeh's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 234 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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