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Ashok Marudanayagam

Ashok Marudanayagam

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Ashok Marudanayagam

Mr Ashok Marudanayagam is an esteemed Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a special focus on Foot and Ankle Surgery. His medical journey began at JIPMER (Jawaharlal Institute of Medical Education and Research) in Pondicherry, India, where he obtained his MBBS in 1996. Following this, he earned his Diploma in Orthopaedics in 1998 and furthered his qualifications with a DNB (Diplomate of National Board) in Orthopaedics in 2000. Mr Marudanayagam then went on to secure his FRCS (Glasg) in 2003 and his FRCS in Trauma & Orthopaedics in 2010.

After extensive training and fellowships, he was appointed as a Consultant in Trauma and Orthopaedics at Grantham & District Hospital in 2014, where he has specialised in Foot & Ankle surgery. His expertise has been specifically prominent in the management of bunion surgery and sports-related ankle injuries.

Having nearly a decade of consultancy experience, Mr Marudanayagam has worked both within the NHS and in private settings, such as Circle group and Ramsay group hospitals. He is known for his high volume of ankle sports injury surgeries, treating a wide variety of conditions that include Achilles tendon, ankle ligament, and cartilage injuries. Notably, his work in cartilage regenerative surgeries has led to excellent outcomes, particularly in high-level athletes.

As a leading authority in sports and regenerative surgery, Mr Marudanayagam has a particular interest in advanced surgical techniques such as AMIC, scaffold, and OAT's regeneration procedures for the ankle. His interest goes beyond the operating theatre; he frequently shares his insights through lectures, conferences, and medical publications.

Today, he stands as a beacon of innovation and clinical excellence in the orthopaedic community. His multifaceted expertise not only covers surgical intervention but also includes an in-depth understanding of the pathologies related to foot and ankle disorders. Mr Ashok Marudanayagam is unequivocally committed to delivering superior care, advancing surgical techniques, and contributing to the broad spectrum of orthopaedic knowledge.

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