In this article Mr Syed Ahmed answers the question of how long will a hip replacement last after surgery, as well as breaking down the factors influencing the longevity of a hip replacement.

The lifespan of a hip replacement

The British Hip Society Travelling Fellowship.

Current Concepts in Joint Replacement Scholarship to attend their meeting in Florida, USA – December 2019.

European Hip Society Travelling Fellowship Invited to visit specialist orthopaedic units in Italy.

Mr Ahmed graduated from University of Sheffield’s Medical School and completed his Higher Surgical Training in Trauma & Orthopaedics in Kent, Surrey and Sussex.  

He then gained international experience in Toronto to further sub-specialise in lower limb arthroplasty. Following this, he worked at University College London Hospital gaining significant experience in complex hip and knee replacements, revision hip surgery and robotic hip and knee arthroplasty. He also has a specialist interest in managing prosthetic joint infections. 

Mr. Ahmed has received prestigious accolades, including the British Hip Society Travelling Fellowship, the Current Concepts in Joint Replacement Scholarship, and the European Hip Society Travelling Fellowship​​. These achievements reflect not only his commitment to advancing in his specialty but also his unwavering commitment to his patients' well-being.

Mr Ahmed uses the latest in hip and knee technology and has a specific interest in enhanced recovery after hip replacement and minimally invasive surgery. This type of surgery aims to reduce tissue and muscle damage, minimise blood loss, and encourage early mobilisation. This promotes a swift recovery from the outset so that patients return to the things they love as quickly as possible. 

He has widely published in several peer-reviewed journals and has also presented at international orthopaedic meetings in Canada, Switzerland, Portugal and India. Furthermore, he teaches the next generation of hip surgeons, and is an instructor and tutor for the Royal College of Surgeons on their ATLS course. The renowned Advanced Trauma Life Support course teaches a systematic process of trauma care for patients with life-threatening injuries.

Mr Ahmed practises at two private hospitals in the South East of England: KIMS Hospital (with some outpatients held at Sevenoaks Medical Centre) and The Horder Centre in Crowborough - both major facilities for orthopaedic surgery. 

Mr. Syed Ahmed, is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a focus that is almost entirely on hip surgery. He's known for his high volume of hip replacements, performing over 450 annually with a particular interest in minimally invasive hip replacement. The National Joint Registry (NJR) places him within the top 3 surgeons for hip replacement volumes in the UK.

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This surgeon performs greater numbers of hip replacements annually 

This surgeon's patients experience fewer complications resulting in redo surgery

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This hospital's Google reviews are very positive

Over 90% of patients recommend this hospital

Over 90% of patients felt this hospital met their needs

Specialist orthopaedic facilities in this hospital

Facilities

Has a pain control team or Consultant Intensivist on the ward

Care Quality Commission: feedback from the industry regulator

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Consultant Hip Surgeon

Mr Syed Ahmed

Hip Replacement

In the Kent countryside near Maidstone, KIMS Hospital is known for its advanced medical care and expertise in multiple specialties - including and especially orthopaedics and cardiology. 

Since its inception, KIMS Hospital has been dedicated to providing world-class healthcare services to its patients. With state-of-the-art facilities and a team of highly skilled professionals, the hospital has earned a reputation for excellence and patient care. Its location is conveniently close to the M20 with onsite parking and easy access from London and the home counties.

KIMS Hospital

Hip pain, hip arthritis, lower limb trauma and sports injuries.

Mr Ahmed graduated from University of Sheffield’s Medical School and completed his Higher Surgical Training in Trauma & Orthopaedics in Kent, Surrey and Sussex.

Hip replacement surgery, minimally invasive hip replacement, enhanced recovery from hip surgery, periprosthetic fracture management, lower limb trauma.

Excellent. Clear explanations and manner. Excellent actual surgery with very neat wound. A caring, calming gentle manner.

Minimally invasive hip replacement, rapid recovery from hip replacement.

Hip replacement, hip arthroscopy, MAKO robotic hip surgery, revision hip replacement surgery.

The British Hip Society Travelling Fellowship. He was one of two orthopaedic surgeons to be awarded the prestigious BHS Fellowship in 2019 - with experience at the internationally renowned Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York.

MSc - Masters in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Brighton

FRCS (Tr & Orth), Royal College of Surgeons, England.

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