At Cosmedicare, St Ellen’s Hospitals, Mr Hisham Shalaby is our trusted Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, fully dedicated to foot and ankle healthcare. With an expert eye for detail and a gentle yet precise approach, he specialises in delivering tailored, modern solutions—whether you’re navigating bunion discomfort, ligament injuries, or more complex deformity corrections. His expertise is built on advanced surgical training and a passion for restoring comfort and mobility.
Areas of Focus
- Minimally Invasive Surgery: Expertly performed for bunion corrections, relieving pain with smaller incisions and quicker recovery.
- Foot & Ankle Reconstruction: From flat feet to complex deformities, Mr Shalaby leverages the latest techniques to rebuild form and function.
- Ankle Care: Full spectrum—from arthroscopy and ligament repair to joint distraction, replacement, and fusion.
- Forefoot Solutions: Corrections for toe deformities, big toe arthritis, and managing stubborn forefoot pain.
Training & Expertise
Mr Shalaby’s journey began in Cairo, where he built his medical foundation. He then honed his specialist skills across leading UK centres in Edinburgh, Liverpool, and Nottingham. His MD thesis focused on “Correction of Complex Foot & Ankle Deformities”, and he further refined his art through advanced fellowships in deformity correction and trauma. 
He’s not only a skilled surgeon but a dedicated mentor—regularly lecturing at international Foot & Ankle and Limb Reconstruction courses and contributing to peer-reviewed medical journals. 
Professional Memberships
Mr Shalaby is an active member of leading professional bodies, including:
- Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCS Ed Tr & Orth)
- British Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (BOFAS)
- British Orthopaedic Association (BOA)
- British Limb Reconstruction Society (BLRS)
- International organisations including SICOT and ASAMI International
What Patients Value
Patients appreciate his clarity, compassion, and care throughout the treatment journey. At PHIN, an impressive 100% of patients said they would likely or highly likely recommend him, with 95% feeling their needs were thoroughly met. 
Getting Started with a Consultation
At Cosmedicare, we offer consultations both in-person and virtually, helping you access expert care in whichever format suits you best.
