Patient Experiences

In Their Own Words

The most meaningful measure of care is how patients feel after treatment. Here, they share their experiences in their own words.

★★★★★
Outstanding Patient Experience — Doctify Award 2024 & 2025
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What Patients Say

Feedback That Speaks for Itself

Mr Hussain has been recognised with the Doctify Outstanding Patient Experience Award for two consecutive years. Below is a selection of patient reviews, alongside the stories of those who have kindly shared their journeys publicly.

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★★★★★

"Mr Hussain performed a 2-in-1 revision surgery on both my hip and knee during the same operation. He was thorough, reassuring and clearly very skilled. The care I received was exceptional from start to finish."

Verified Doctify Patient
Hip & Knee Revision Surgery
★★★★★

"I was nervous about having a hip replacement, but Mr Hussain explained everything so clearly. He listened, he cared, and the outcome has been life-changing. I'm walking without pain for the first time in years."

Verified Doctify Patient
Total Hip Replacement
★★★★★

"I had a knee replacement and was walking the same day. Mr Hussain and his team were outstanding. He always took the time to answer my questions and put me completely at ease."

Verified Doctify Patient
Total Knee Replacement
★★★★★

"As an active person in my 40s, I was keen to preserve my natural hip. Mr Hussain gave me a thorough, honest assessment. The resurfacing was a complete success and I'm back to full activity."

Verified Doctify Patient
Hip Resurfacing
★★★★★

"From the first consultation Mr Hussain was warm, professional and incredibly knowledgeable. He took time to go through my X-rays and explained all my options. I felt completely confident in his hands."

Verified Doctify Patient
Initial Consultation
★★★★★

"I had been suffering for over three years before seeing Mr Hussain. Within weeks of my operation I was moving freely again. I only wish I had come to him sooner. Truly outstanding care."

Verified Doctify Patient
Hip Replacement
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Patient Stories

Real Journeys, Real Results

These patients have generously shared their stories. Their experiences reflect what matters most — returning to the life they love.

Hip Resurfacing

Dan's Story

Hip Resurfacing — The Woodlands Suite, Royal Orthopaedic Hospital

Dan, 43, had been living with severe osteoarthritis for over two years. The pain in his left hip had taken over his daily life — disrupting his sleep, limiting his work, and putting him at risk of ill-health retirement from a career he loved.

After consulting Mr Hussain, Dan chose hip resurfacing. By seven weeks post-surgery he was walking without crutches and sleeping through the night. He is now back playing guitar in his church worship team — something he had not been able to do for over a year.

"The difference you feel is honestly life-changing because you're not living with the underlying pain anymore."
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Dan with Mr Shakir Hussain following his hip resurfacing at the Woodlands Suite, Royal Orthopaedic Hospital Birmingham
Hip Resurfacing

Spartykus's Story

Hip Resurfacing — Detailed Patient Account

Spartykus documented his entire hip resurfacing journey on SurfaceHippy, a respected patient community for those considering or recovering from hip resurfacing surgery.

His account covers the consultation with Mr Hussain, the decision-making process, the procedure itself, and his step-by-step recovery — offering a candid, detailed insight for anyone considering the same path.

"A thorough, honest account of what it's really like — from first consultation to full recovery."
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Hip Replacement

Doreen's Story

Total Hip Replacement — Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Birmingham

Doreen's hip pain had reached the point where everyday life — walking, sleeping, even sitting comfortably — had become a challenge. She was struck immediately by how clearly and compassionately Mr Hussain explained her condition and her options.

Following her total hip replacement, Doreen's recovery exceeded her expectations. She was mobile far sooner than anticipated, and the difference in her quality of life was immediate and profound.

"I'm walking again and living again. I can't thank Mr Hussain enough."
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Doreen with Mr Shakir Hussain following her hip replacement surgery
Recognition

Doctify Outstanding Patient Experience

Awarded to surgeons whose patients consistently rate their care as exceptional — across communication, outcomes, and overall experience.

2024
Outstanding Patient
Experience Award
2025
Outstanding Patient
Experience Award

Mr Hussain is among a select group of surgeons in the UK to have received this recognition in consecutive years.

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Practice Locations — Birmingham
Woodlands Suite at Royal Orthopaedic Hospital
Harborne Hospital (HCA Healthcare)
Priory Hospital Edgbaston
Hours
Mon–Fri: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Sat: 9:00am – 1:00pm