Mr Shakir Hussain
One of the UK's highest-volume hip and knee surgeons and a nationally recognised leader in hip resurfacing surgery. Known for precision surgery, rapid functional recovery, and durable long-term outcomes — delivering life-changing results when other options have failed.
Dedicated to Restoring Mobility & Confidence
Mr Shakir Hussain is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital Birmingham, one of the UK's leading specialist orthopaedic centres. He specialises in complex primary and revision lower limb arthroplasty, hip resurfacing, and robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery.
His training includes prestigious fellowships at the Nottingham Elective Orthopaedic Centre, the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital with Mr Ronan Treacy, and the Bristol Lower Limb Arthroplasty Fellowship. He was awarded the British Hip Society Travelling Fellowship to the ENDO-Klinik Hamburg, Germany.
He is one of the highest-volume hip and knee surgeons in the country (NCIP), certified across three robotic platforms: MAKO, ROSA, and CORI. He was the first surgeon at ROH to perform day-case total hip and knee replacement. Mr Hussain sees private patients at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Priory Hospital Edgbaston, and Harborne Hospital (HCA Healthcare), all in Birmingham.
Conditions
Mr Hussain treats a wide range of hip and knee conditions, from early-stage arthritis to complex revision cases and prosthetic joint infections.
Hip Arthritis
Osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis, and avascular necrosis causing hip pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
Knee Arthritis
Degenerative and inflammatory conditions of the knee causing pain, swelling, and difficulty with daily activities.
Failed Joint Replacement
Loosening, wear, instability, or infection in a previous hip or knee replacement requiring revision surgery.
Prosthetic Joint Infection
Specialist management of infected joint replacements, including staged revision procedures and complex reconstruction.
Procedures
A comprehensive range of advanced orthopaedic treatments, combining minimally invasive techniques, rapid recovery protocols, and robotic-assisted precision.
Hip Resurfacing
A bone-conserving alternative to total hip replacement for active patients, preserving natural anatomy and enabling return to high-impact activities.
Learn more →Total Hip Replacement
Advanced arthroplasty to restore natural joint mechanics and return patients to an active lifestyle — including day-case options.
Learn more →Total Knee Replacement
Comprehensive resurfacing using state-of-the-art implants and robotic assistance for exact alignment.
Learn more →Complex Revision Surgery
Specialist management of failed, loose, or infected joint replacements, including peri-prosthetic fractures and mega-prosthesis reconstruction.
Learn more →Robotic Joint Replacement
CT-guided robotic surgery using MAKO, ROSA, or CORI platforms for unparalleled implant positioning accuracy and faster recovery.
Learn more →Exceptional Outcomes
"I would recommend Mr Hussain 100% — he is utterly professional and an excellent surgeon. He is a very good listener and explains procedures very well. Mr Hussain performed a very successful 2-in-1 revision surgery."
"As a highly experienced orthopaedic consultant myself, I can confidently reassure anyone under his care. He performed a hip resurfacing on me four months ago and I was back operating on my own patients. A treasure to his hospital."
"Mr Hussain is exceptional — he took the time to explain every option clearly and made me feel completely at ease. The surgery was a success. I'm back to walking without pain for the first time in years."
Professional Profile
Career history, fellowships, training and professional credentials.
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Bupa Finder
Bupa-recognised consultant — verified profile, credentials and patient feedback.
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Royal Orthopaedic Hospital
Consultant surgical practice at the UK's largest specialist orthopaedic hospital.
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Priory Hospital Edgbaston
Private consultant practice at one of Birmingham's most established private hospitals.
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Harborne Hospital
Consultant surgical practice at HCA Healthcare UK's flagship Birmingham hospital.
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Surface Hippy
Listed surgeon on the international hip resurfacing patient community.
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NJR Surgeon Profile
Independently published surgical outcomes data from the UK's National Joint Registry.
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ResearchGate
Peer-reviewed academic publications and orthopaedic research contributions.
View Profile →Private Patient Consultations
All consultations available to self-pay and insured patients. Our team can help with insurance pre-authorisation.
Initial Consultation
- Comprehensive clinical assessment
- Review of imaging & history
- Personalised treatment plan
- All options including non-surgical
Follow-Up Consultation
- Post-operative progress review
- Updated imaging review
- Adjusted treatment plan
- Physiotherapy referral if needed
Insured Patients
- Bupa, AXA, Aviva, Vitality, Cigna
- Allianz, The Exeter, Freedom Health
- Legal & General, Healix & more
- Fee-assured where applicable
A Recognised Hip and Knee Surgeon for Insured Patients
Mr Hussain is a recognised consultant with all major UK private medical insurers, including Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality, Aviva, Cigna, WPA and others. Insured patients are seen at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Priory Hospital Edgbaston, and Harborne Hospital. Our team handles pre-authorisation directly so you can focus on your recovery.
Recognised consultant with: Bupa, Aviva, AXA Health, Vitality, Cigna, The Exeter, Freedom Health Insurance, Healix, Legal & General, Police Mutual, and Allianz.
Allianz
Excellence in Motion.
Results That Last.
Take the first step towards a pain-free, active life. Book a specialist consultation with Mr Hussain today.
Harborne Hospital (HCA Healthcare)
Priory Hospital Edgbaston
Sat: 9:00am – 1:00pm