MR KHALDOUN BITAR

01902 936 690

info@kbitar.co.uk
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Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon Wolverhampton

For residents of Wolverhampton and the surrounding region, confronting a serious injury or a complex joint condition is always daunting. The path to recovery requires the care of a specialist with a unique skill set: a consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon. Mr Khaldoun Bitar is a consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon Wolverhampton patients can visit. His practice is defined by his extensive expertise in both the emergency management of trauma and the planned reconstruction of joints. He is dedicated to providing patient-focused care to help patients regain their mobility and improve their quality of life.

The Unique Role of a Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon

Trauma and orthopaedic surgery is a medical specialism that combines two distinct but related areas of expertise. A surgeon in this field is an expert on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of conditions affecting the entire musculoskeletal system which includes bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles.
Trauma surgery

Is a highly demanding discipline focused on the urgent management of acute injuries. This includes treating fractures, dislocations, and severe soft tissue damage that may result from accidents, sports injuries or other incidents. The primary goal is to stabilise the injury and perform the necessary surgical intervention to ensure the best possible foundation for healing.

Elective orthopaedics

Involves planned procedures to address chronic conditions. This covers a spectrum of care, from total joint replacements for advanced arthritis to complex revision surgeries and corrective procedures for long-term pain and dysfunction.

Mr Bitar’s training and experience allow him to manage both aspects of this specialism. He can guide a patient through the initial trauma and follow up with advanced reconstructive surgery to restore their function and mobility.

The Extensive Expertise of Mr Khaldoun Bitar

Mr Bitar’s professional journey is marked by a commitment to his speciality. He completed his postgraduate training in trauma and orthopaedic surgery within the UK. This rigorous training resulted in him being awarded a fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2016, a prestigious qualification that signifies a high level of surgical competence. To further his knowledge and skill, he then undertook two specialist fellowships in trauma and arthroplasty surgery.

Mr Bitar has held a consultant position within the NHS in Wolverhampton since 2018. In this role, he has established a busy and respected trauma practice, where he regularly manages many complex lower limb injuries. His special interests are centred on hip and knee surgery, with particular expertise in joint replacement and revision procedures.

His performance is regularly audited on the National Joint Registry (NJR), providing a transparent record of his consistent results in line with national standards.

In addition to his clinical work, Mr Bitar helps to train the next generation of surgeons. He is an accredited trainer with the General Medical Council and an honorary senior lecturer at the University of Birmingham Medical School.

Treatments and Procedures Offered

Mr Bitar provides a range of surgical and non-surgical treatments for the lower limb, tailored to each patient’s unique needs. His expertise covers both trauma and elective procedures.

Trauma and fracture treatments

Mr Bitar is highly skilled in treating complex fractures and injuries, with a specific focus on the lower limb. This includes:
Complex lower limb trauma: The surgical management of severe injuries to the bones and soft tissues of the legs and feet.
Fractures around joint replacements: Specialised surgery to address complicated breaks that occur near or involve existing artificial joints.
Post-traumatic reconstruction: Procedures to correct long-term problems, such as non-union of fractures or deformities, that have arisen after an initial injury.

Elective orthopaedic procedures

Hip and knee replacement surgery: The replacement of a damaged joint to relieve chronic pain and restore mobility.
Revision surgery: Complex reoperations to replace a previous hip or knee implant that has worn out, failed or become painful.
Hip resurfacing: A bone-conserving alternative to total hip replacement, often recommended for younger, more active individuals.

Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon Wolverhampton Appointments

Mr Bitar runs clinics at two locations in Wolverhampton. For a private consultation appointments can be booked at Nuffield Health Wolverhampton Hospital. For further information or to book, please call 01902 936 690.

For patients wishing to see Mr Bitar through the NHS you will need to ask for a named referral to Mr Khaldoun Bitar at the Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust – New Cross Hospital, please ask your GP for a named referral to Mr Khaldoun Bitar.

01902 936 690