Mr Asif Parkar was awarded the iWantGreatCare certificate of excellence in 2024 for delivering outstanding care.

 

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Written by a NHS patient at Spire Hartswood Hospital
4th June 2023


I have had a historical problem with knees dating back to the late 1990s. I was eventually medically retired from my lovely job as a sea-going engineer officer, throwing my chance for 'top spot' as 'Chief'... Various arthroscopies took place and I enjoyed sublime 'retirement' retraining to work with adults with learning needs, sail, walk and write. In 2022 my right knee bit back! I was directly referred by Southend to Mr Parkar. Bone on Bone, he advised. You need a new knee. The hospital experience and care were superb. I'd maintained a level of walking and after discharge was working up and stretching myself asap. By six weeks I was up to an ability to do 8km. I even enjoyed two sailing trips on my 24' cruiser... Yes, it has been marvelous. Thank you.

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Written by a NHS patient at Spire Hartswood Hospital
30th May 2023


On arrival the process was friendly, professional and speedy. On admission day and during my time I cannot praise the staff enough for taking such good care of me.

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Written by a NHS patient at Spire Hartswood Hospital
26th May 2023


Mr Parkar was very informative about what he was going to do to my knee . He explained the procedure and informed me of what I was going to experience over the next few months. Whilst in hospital he visited me twice before the operation to reassure me and visited me after the operation and explained how it had gone and he would arrange a visit for me in 6 weeks time. Throughout my meetings with Mr Parkar he was able to answer my questions and was able to put me at ease. After my visit he told me that if I had any concerns I was to contact his secretary and he was willing to see me. For greater care I feel that the physio team could have spent more time with me and give me a structured exercise program. When I asked how many times do I do the exercise , the response was carry on till you have had enough or when it starts to hurt. One could have stopped after 3 or 4 attempts , which I am sure would delay recovery.

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Written by a NHS patient at Queen's Hospital
16th May 2023


Every step of the way he supported me and explained everything that was about to happen, if it didn't he explained why and expressed his sympathy and understanding of my feelings and needs and reassured me that everything possible will be done to accommodate my needs and ease my pain. He involved me in the decision making process before and after surgery as much as needed and never make me feel like he is in a hurry or rushing although I am sure every minute on duty is precious for him. Thank you and bless you Dr. Parkar.

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Written by a NHS patient at Queen's Hospital
16th May 2023


Amazing

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Profile

Mr Asif Parkar (MBBS, MRCS, FRCS (T&O)
Consultant surgeon in Trauma & Orthopaedics

Specialist interests (Knee & Hip)
Sports knee injuries (meniscal management, ACL, multi-ligament injuries)
Patella instability (MPFL & extensor mechanism realignment)
Joint preservation surgery (Osteotomy)
Total Hip replacement through direct anterior approach (DAA)
Partial (UNI), primary and revision hip and knee replacement

Mr Parkar was trained through the prestigious Royal London Trauma & Orthopaedic training rotation programme. He has done fellowships at the Barts health NHS trust, London, Guy’s and St. Thomas’s NHS foundation trust, London and a north American fellowship based in Calgary. These are level one trauma centres and tertiary referral centre for complex Orthopaedic procedures.

His NHS practice is based at Queen’s Hospital and King George Hospital, London. His practice is mainly focussed around sports knee injuries, ligament reconstruction and computer assisted joint replacement for patients with existing deformities. He is one of the few surgeons in the country with fellowship training in performing hip replacement through direct anterior approach. He is also the infection control lead for the department.

He has been actively involved in research and has published his work in several peer reviewed journals. He has a degree in computer and robotic assisted joint replacement. He has a holistic and evidence based approach towards patients care.

Mr Parkar was awarded certificate of excellence for providing great care "I want great Care" in 2022 & 2023. He was also awarded trainer of the year 2022 through Royal National Orthopaedic Stanmore Training Programme for registrars.

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