Consultant orthopaedic surgeon
10+ years’ experience
250+ yearly procedures
£95 consultation
Practice Plus Group Google rating
Pouya Akhbari
Mr Pouya Akhbari is a highly experienced consultant orthopaedic surgeon expertise in upper limb and trauma surgery. He specialises in a wide range of shoulder, elbow, and wrist procedures, providing safe, precise, and patient-centred care.
Biography
Mr Pouya Akhbari is a fellowship-trained upper limb surgeon specialising in complex shoulder and elbow trauma, arthroplasty, and soft tissue procedures. He completed his medical training at King’s College London, with further studies including an MSc in trauma and orthopaedics and an MD in research from Imperial College London.
His MD research focused on metabolic profiling in osteoarthritis and joint infections. He has completed several prestigious fellowships in sports medicine, upper limb surgery, and trauma in the UK and Australia.
Since becoming a consultant in 2021, he has expertise in complex fractures, arthroplasty, and reconstructive surgery. He has also established an ultrasound-guided injection service, performing over 100 procedures for conditions like impingement, frozen shoulder, and tendinopathies.
Procedures
Expert in trauma and orthopaedics
Mr Akhbari is an trauma and orthopaedics specialist
Expert in hand and wrist surgery
Mr Akhbari is a specialist in hand and wrist surgery
Expert in sports injury
Mr Akhbari a specialist in sports injury
Expert in shoulder and elbow surgery
Mr Akhbari is a specialist in shoulder and elbow surgery
Qualifications
BSc (Hons)
Physiology with Applied Medical Sciences, University College London
MBBS
King’s College London
MSc
Trauma & Orthopaedics, University of Brighton
FRCS (Tr & Orth)
Royal College of Surgeons
MD (Res)
Imperial College London
About me
£95 consultation
Includes an in-depth treatment plan
Languages
English
2025
Started at Practice Plus Group
Hobbies and interests
Mr Akhbaki enjoys endurance sports, travelling, fundraising for charity.
Mr Akhari’s charity work
Raised almost £3,000 for hospital orthopaedic department through the 2024 London Marathon
Learn more about Mr Akhbari
Mr Akhbari accepts private and NHS patients. Book an appointment today.
A private consultation with Mr Akhbari costs just £95. This price includes: an in-depth consultation, x-rays, blood tests, swabs and a tailored treatment plan – no GP referral needed, simply call 0330 058 1804. Alternatively, you can fill out the enquiry form on this page.
Mr Akhari’s fellowships and/or memberships
Fellowship in Sports Surgery, Perth, Australia
Upper limb fellowship, Wrightington Hospital
Trauma fellowship, St Mary’s Hospital, London
Shoulder, elbow and hand fellowship, Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Hospital
Shoulder and elbow fellowship, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS Tr & Orth)
Mr Akhari’s specialist training and surgical techniques
Advanced upper limb trauma surgery, arthroplasty, minimally invasive soft tissue procedures, and sports injury reconstruction.
Mr Akhari’s research
Published extensively on joint disease, metabolic profiling, and upper limb surgery.
Mr Akhari approach to patient care
Mr Akhbari believes in combining surgical expertise with clear communication and patient involvement in decision-making. He prioritises evidence-based practice and aims to restore function and quality of life as quickly and safely as possible.
Mr Akhari’s prizes and awards
Kodak Educational Bursary, Royal College of Radiologists (for research fellowship)
Mr Akhari’s special interests
Complex shoulder and elbow trauma
Elbow fracture/dislocations
Shoulder arthroplasty
Hand and wrist trauma
Soft tissue shoulder and elbow procedures
Mr Akhari’s social media
Mr Akhari’s hobbies and interests
Outside of work, Mr Akhbari is a keen sportsman and enjoys running, cycling, and endurance challenges. In 2024, he completed the London Marathon in 3 hours 57 minutes, raising almost £3,000 for his hospital’s orthopaedic department following his recovery from a shoulder fracture the year before. He also enjoys travelling and exploring new cultures.
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“I believe in delivering precise, personalised care that gets patients back to doing what they love as quickly and safely as possible.“
Mr Akhbari
Consultant orthopaedic surgeon
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FAQs about the consultant
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Where is Pouya Akhbari located?
Pouya Akhbari practises at Shepton Mallet
Does Pouya Akhbari accept new patients?
Yes, Pouya Akhbari is always happy to welcome new patients for Sports injuries.
Does Pouya Akhbari accept insured patients?
No, Pouya Akhbari does not currently accept insured patients.
Does Pouya Akhbari accept self-pay patients?
Yes, Pouya Akhbari is happy to welcome patients seeking Sports injuries via the self-pay route.
Does Pouya Akhbari accept NHS patients?
Yes, Pouya Akhbari accepts NHS Sports injuries patients.
Do I need a referral to see Pouya Akhbari?
If you are seeking treatment via the self-pay route, you won’t need a GP referral. NHS patients will need a referral from their GP to access a consultation with Pouya Akhbari.
Can I pay to see Pouya Akhbari?
Yes. An initial consultation with Pouya Akhbari costs £95. This usually takes place a couple of weeks after making your booking enquiry.
What can I expect during my consultation with Pouya Akhbari?
First, Pouya Akhbari will need to diagnose your issue and figure out your treatment options.
This will likely involve them carrying out medical tests such as X-rays or blood tests. They may also ask questions about your medical history.
How much does it cost to see Pouya Akhbari?
It costs £95 to have an initial consultation with Pouya Akhbari.