Mr Edward Ibrahim

About Mr Edward Ibrahim

Mr Edward Ibrahim is a Consultant Upper Limb Surgeon specialising in injuries and painful conditions affecting the arm, including complex nerve problems. He is committed to achieving precise diagnoses, combining clinical expertise with the latest research into the biomechanical causes of upper limb conditions. This allows him to recommend treatments that optimise recovery while reducing the risk of recurrence.

He adopts a conservative approach wherever possible, with many conditions managed successfully without surgery. When surgery is required, Mr Ibrahim offers a full range of procedures across the shoulder, upper arm, elbow, forearm and wrist, including advanced minimally invasive keyhole techniques.

At St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, Mr Edward Ibrahim provides expert assessment and treatment for both acute injuries and chronic conditions, supporting patients in returning to normal function and, where relevant, sport.

Conditions treated at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital

• Rotator cuff tears and impingement
• Shoulder bursitis and frozen shoulder
• Shoulder dislocation (first-time and recurrent)
• Biceps tendon injuries
• Shoulder and elbow arthritis
• Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow
• Cubital tunnel syndrome
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Fractures and dislocations of the shoulder, arm, elbow, forearm and wrist

Qualifications

• MBBS, University College London (Distinction)
• BSc (Hons) Orthopaedics, First Class
• Accredited Orthopaedic training, Harvard Medical School
• Basic Surgical Training, Oxford School of Surgery
• Higher Orthopaedic Training, Imperial College London rotation
• Master’s Degree in Surgical Education (First Prize)

Awards

• First Prize, Master’s Degree in Surgical Education
• British Orthopaedic Association Clinical Leader
• Travelling Fellow, British Elbow and Shoulder Society

Publications & research

• Thesis on preparation for complex orthopaedic surgery, published as a peer-reviewed article
• Contributed book chapter on surgical preparation
• Led development of the UK’s first Enhanced Recovery Programme for shoulder replacement surgery

Personal interests

Mr Edward Ibrahim has a strong background in sport, having captained the University of London tennis team and continuing to represent The Queen’s Club. His experience gives him valuable insight into the needs of patients aiming to return to racket and overhead sports.