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Mr Ali Abdulkarim

MCh, FRCS (T&O), FEBOT, MFSEM (UK), MFSEM (Ireland), MB ChB

Orthopaedic Surgeon

28 years of experience

Worthing, BN12 5AT

(+3 more)

7 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Andrew Skyrme, Dr. Syed Hassan

4.99

/5

(104 reviews)

28 years of experience

Worthing, BN12 5AT

(+3 more)

7 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Andrew Skyrme, Dr. Syed Hassan

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Knee Pain
36
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
19
Fracture (Broken Bone)
10

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About Mr Ali Abdulkarim

Mr Ali Abdulkarim is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with specialist expertise in hip and knee joint replacement, foot and ankle surgery, sports injuries, soft tissue knee surgery (including ACL reconstruction and meniscal repair), lower limb reconstruction and trauma. He has practised in orthopaedics since 1998 and as a specialist consultant since 2017, providing expert care to patients across Worthing, Pulborough, Horsham, Brighton, Chichester and surrounding areas for both complex orthopaedic conditions and trauma-related cases.


Mr Abdulkarim holds a Master of Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons (2010) and completed the Irish national training programme in trauma and orthopaedic surgery. His training included rotations through leading centres of excellence and culminated in Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (FRCSI) and the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EBOT), plus two prestigious Travelling Fellowships from the Irish Institute of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery and the Irish Orthopaedic Association.


He undertook further post-CCT subspecialty training at Cambridge University Hospital (Addenbrooke's) and Southmead Hospital in Bristol, focused on advanced hip and knee surgery.


An active contributor to orthopaedic research, Mr Abdulkarim has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and presented at over 100 international conferences. He is a visiting lecturer and academic supervisor, and a faculty member of the Faculty of Sport & Exercise Medicine in both the UK and Ireland.


Subspecialties

  • Trauma Surgery
  • Sports Injury
  • Knee Surgery
  • Hip Surgery
  • Foot & Ankle Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(119)
Skill Endorsements
(4)

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Knee Pain
36
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
19
Fracture (Broken Bone)
10
Knee Replacement
6
Ankle Fractures
5
Hip and Groin Pain
5
Fracture Fixation Surgery
4
Joint Pain
3
Arthritis (Knee)
3
Ankle Sprain (Ligament Injury)
2
ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury
2
Knee Ligament Repair
2
Hip Fractures
2
Femur Fracture
2
Steroid Injection
2
Postoperative Rehabilitation
1
Plantar Fasciitis
1
Meniscal Repair
1
Knee Arthroscopy
1
Tibia Fractures
1
Patella (Kneecap) Dislocation
1
Knee Fractures
1
Inflammatory Arthritis
1
Arthritis (Hip)
1
Hip Injections
1
Knee Injections
1
MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
1
Meniscus Repair
1
Joint Replacement
1
Hip Replacement Recovery
1
Knee Injury
1
Knee Preservation Surgery
1
Cartilage Surgery (Knee)
1
Minimally Invasive Foot & Ankle Surgery
1
Multiligament Reconstruction
1
Revision Endoprosthetic Replacement
Musculoskeletal Examination
Hamstring Repair
Endoprosthetic Replacement
Ankle Arthroscopy
Total Knee Replacement
Robotic Assisted Knee Surgery
Revision Surgery
Intramedullary Nailing
Hip Preservation Surgery
Arthroscopy
Revision Hip Surgery
Rapid Recovery Hip Replacement
Osteotomy
Minimally Invasive Knee Surgery
Internal Brace
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Complex Arthroplasty
Tendon Repair
Toe Fractures
Fragility (Osteoporotic) Fractures
Revision Knee Surgery
Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
Torn Meniscus (Cartilage)
Tendon Injuries
Stress Fractures
External Fixation Devices
Sports Injuries
Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
Tibial Tubercle Transfer
ACL Reconstruction
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Reconstruction
Achilles Tendon Problems
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
Patellofemoral Joint Replacement
Patella Realignment
Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the Hip
Joint Injection
Hip Dysplasia
Bone Spurs
Hip (Femoroacetabular) Impingement
Sports Groin Surgery
Robotic Assisted Partial Knee Replacement
The Young Knee
Foot Fractures
Postural Assessment
Posterolateral Corner Injury
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatment
Knee Cyst
Partial Knee Replacement
Excision of Soft Tissue Masses
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
Labral Tear
Hip Arthroscopy
Video Consultation
Joint Injury
Revision Knee Replacement
Anterior Hip Replacement (Direct Anterior Approach)
Open Reduction, Internal Fixation (ORIF) of Fractures
Ankle Tendonitis
Plantar Fascia Release Surgery
Hyaluronic Acid Injections
Partial Nail Removal
Bursitis (Hip)
Enhanced Recovery Knee Replacement
Cheilectomy
Chondrofiller Injections
Bunionette Deformity Correction
Bunion Correction Surgery (Bunionectomy)
Peroneal Tendinopathy
Osteoarthritis
Big Toe Fusion Surgery
Bursitis
Arthrosamid Injection
Heel Bumps
Ankle Joint Fusion
Foot Pain
Rugby Injury
Ulnar Shortening
Foot Sprains
Robotic Surgery
Morton's Neuroma
Robotic Assisted Hip Surgery
Nerve Block
Lipoma
Hallux Limitus or Hallux Rigidus
Joint Inflammation
Mako Surgery
Lipoma Removal
Mallet Toe Correction
Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
Hammertoe Correction
Labral Tear Surgery (Hip)
Claw Toe Correction
Claw Toes
Endoprosthetic Replacement Acetabular
Chondral Grafting
Mallet Toes
PCL (Posterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury
Bone Marrow Tests & Biopsies
Hammer Toes
MCL (Medial Collateral Ligament) Injury
Custom-Made Knee Replacement
LCL (Lateral Collateral Ligament) Injury
Cartilage Transplant
Locked Knee
Ankle Instability
Limb-Lengthening Surgery
Arthritis (Ankle)
Arthritis (Foot)
Limb Salvage Surgery
Cartilage Injury
Flatfoot Correction
Limb Reconstructive Surgery
Limb Length Discrepancies
Lower Limb Reconstruction
Tendinopathy (Tendonitis)

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6068785


Education

Trauma and Orthopedic surgery

Graduated


Qualifications

MCh

FRCS (T&O)

FEBOT

MFSEM (UK)

MFSEM (Ireland)

MB ChB 1998


Publications

+11

Read publications and papers written by this specialist.

03 / 10 / 2019

Rotating Hinge Prosthesis: Systematic Review of Patient Outcomes and Meta-Analysis of Survival in Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty

Published in Orthopaedics & Traumatology: Surgery & Research

22 / 04 / 2020

Cambridge experience in spontaneous bone regeneration after traumatic segmental bone defect: a case series and review of literature

Published in BMJ Case Reports

12 / 12 / 2024

Acute Kidney Injury Post Hip Fracture Surgery: Local Quality Improvement Project and Review of Literature

Published in Cureus

05 / 11 / 2023

An Audit on the Pre-operative Fasting Time of Trauma-List Orthopaedic Patients at a District General Hospital in Chichester, United Kingdom

Published in Cureus


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • AXA Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • The Exeter
  • Healix Health Services
  • Cigna
  • Bupa Global
  • Self-pay only
  • Benenden Health
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Freedom Health Insurance

Fees

  • New appointment

    £250
  • Follow-up appointment

    £150
*May vary on location

Locations

Goring Hall Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

Bodiam Avenue, Worthing, United Kingdom, BN12 5AT

4.80(368 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Nuffield Health Haywards Heath Hospital

Burrell Road, Haywards Heath, United Kingdom, RH16 1UD

4.87(225 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Nuffield Health Brighton Hospital

Warren Road, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN2 6DX

4.89(215 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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St Richards Hospital

Spitalfield Lane Chichester, West Sussex, United Kingdom, PO19 6SE

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Knee Pain
36
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
19
Fracture (Broken Bone)
10

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Ali Abdulkarim is good at explaining things to patients. He outlines procedures like hip replacement, knee management, and various fracture treatments with clear detail, delivered with a professional manner. Patients find him kind and reassuring, fostering confidence in their care. Overall feedback highlights good outcomes for knee pain and hip replacement.

5
verified patient
12 Aug 2026

Very nice man

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5
verified patient
12 Aug 2026

100 out of 10

5
verified patient
12 Aug 2026

Very kind and helpful though

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5
verified patient
29 Jul 2026

Very wonderful puts mind at rest

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5
verified patient
29 Jul 2026

Explains well

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5
verified patient
29 Jul 2026

Explains things very well and is very caring

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5
verified patient
29 Jul 2026

Very good surgeon explains things well

5
verified patient
29 Jul 2026

Very informative made me feel welcome

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5
verified patient
29 Jul 2026

Very competent

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5
verified patient
22 Jul 2026

Very friendly and professional very clear on explanation

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Skill Endorsements

EXCELLENT CLINICIAN

14 Oct 2025
Endorsed for
Cartilage Surgery (Knee)
Knee Preservation Surgery

Mr Andrew Skyrme

Mr Andrew Skyrme

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

Mr Abdulkarim is a well respected surgeon with a wealth of knowledge and a reputation for providing great service to his patients

24 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
Multiligament Reconstruction
Minimally Invasive Foot & Ankle Surgery

Dr. Syed Hassan

Dr. Syed Hassan

Respiratory Doctor
I have looked after their patients
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Mr Abdulkarim treat sport injuries at Goring Hall hospital

Mr Abdulkarim treat sport injuries at Goring Hall hospital

24 February 2026

FAQ

What are Mr Ali Abdulkarim's reviews like?

Mr Ali Abdulkarim's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 104 reviews.

What languages does Mr Ali Abdulkarim speak?

Mr Ali Abdulkarim speaks English

Where is Mr Ali Abdulkarim located?

Mr Ali Abdulkarim primarily practices at Goring Hall Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Bodiam Avenue, Worthing, United Kingdom, BN12 5AT
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