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Mr Efstathios Drampalos

MD (Italy, First Class Honours – 110/110 elode), MSc in Orthopaedics (Distinction), PhD in Orthopaedics (Distinction), CCT (Greece), FEBOT,

Orthopaedic Surgeon

22 years of experience

Edinburgh, EH12 6UD

(+2 more)

16 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Michael Wilson, Mr Andreas Demetriades and 5 other professionals

4.91

/5

(64 reviews)

22 years of experience

Edinburgh, EH12 6UD

(+2 more)

16 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Michael Wilson, Mr Andreas Demetriades and 5 other professionals

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Foot and Ankle Surgery
30
1
Bunion Surgery
8
Inflammatory Arthritis
8

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About Mr Efstathios Drampalos

Mr Efstathios Drampalos is a highly experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a subspecialty focus in Foot and Ankle surgery. He provides comprehensive care for a wide range of conditions including bunions, deformities, arthritis, sports injuries, Achilles tendon problems, and diabetic foot complications.

He graduated with First Class Honours from the University of Bologna and completed orthopaedic specialist training in Greece, earning his CCT. He also holds an MSc and PhD in Orthopaedics with Distinction and is a Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (FEBOT). He is listed on the GMC Specialist Register in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery since 2013.

Mr Drampalos has undertaken prestigious fellowships at Wrightington, Wythenshawe and Stepping Hill Hospitals, focusing on Foot & Ankle, limb reconstruction and trauma surgery. He currently works as the Chief Foot & Ankle Consultant at NHS Forth Valley and also consults privately at Spire and Circle Health Group hospitals in Edinburgh and Stirling. He is an Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Glasgow, an Academic e- Tutor at the University of Edinburgh, and a Professor of Orthopaedics at New Anglia

University. Mr Drampalos has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles and co-authored two textbooks. He is also a Cardiff University Bond Solon certified expert witness and regularly provides independent medico-legal reports in orthopaedics.

Treatments and Procedures

 - Bunion surgery (MICA)

 - Ankle arthroscopy and fusion

 - Ankle replacement

 - Minimally invasive foot surgery

 - Achilles tendon repair

 - Heel pain management (PRP, shockwave)


 - Diabetic foot and limb salvage

 - Correction of toe deformities

 - Foot and ankle trauma and reconstruction

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Subspecialties

  • Foot & Ankle Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(91)
Skill Endorsements
(30)

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Foot and Ankle Surgery
30
1
Bunion Surgery
8
Inflammatory Arthritis
8
Flat Feet
5
1
Achilles Tendon Problems
5
1
Joint Pain
5
Foot Fractures
5
Tendon Injuries
3
1
Ankle Fractures
2
2
Minimally Invasive Foot & Ankle Surgery
2
1
Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
1
2
Big Toe Fusion Surgery
3
Leg Pain
1
1
Tendinopathy (Tendonitis)
2
Fracture
1
1
Ankle Sprain
1
1
Tendon Repair
2
Ankle Joint Fusion
2
Foot Pain
1
1
Ankle Arthroscopy
2
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
2
Sports Injuries
1
Gait Abnormalities
1
Arthroscopy
1
Plantar Fasciitis
1
Ankle Replacement
1
Peroneal Tendinopathy
1
Hallux Limitus or Hallux Rigidus
1
Heel Bumps
1
Frozen Shoulder
1
Fracture (Broken Bone)
1
Foot Sprains
1
Bone Spurs
1
Lower Back Pain
1
Anterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome
1
Bursitis
1
Heel Spurs
1
Ankle Pain
1
Tibial Nerve Injury
Turf Toe (Toe Sprain)
Tibia Fractures
Tennis Elbow
Sports-Related Spine Injuries
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Stress Fractures
Sports Injuries
Spinal Stenosis
Peripheral Nerve Injury
Pelvic Fractures
Osteomyelitis (Upper Limb)
Patella (Kneecap) Dislocation
Osteomyelitis (Lower Limb)
Fragility (Osteoporotic) Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Nerve Root Entrapment
Osgood Schlatter
Humerus Fractures
Lipoma
Morton's Neuroma
Median Nerve Injury
Limb Length Discrepancies
Hip Fractures
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
Foot Drop
Femur Fractures
Stem Cell Therapy
Femoral Fracture
Femoroacetabular Impingement
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatment
Entrapment Neuropathy
Osteotomy
Dislocated Shoulder
Orthobiologics
Common Peroneal Nerve Injury
Degenerative Disc Disease
Lipoma Removal
Coccydynia (Coccyx Pain)
Limb-Lengthening Surgery
Children's Joint Problems
Joint Injection
Clavicle Fractures
Intramedullary Nailing
Bursitis (Shoulder)
Excision of Soft Tissue Masses
Bursitis (Hip)
Chondral Grafting
Cartiva Implant (Big Toe Joint Replacement)
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
Arthritis (Knee)
Ankle Tendonitis
Ankle Ligament Injury
Ankle Ligament Reconstruction

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 7333078


Qualifications

MD University of Bologna 2003

Cardiff University Bond Solon Expert Witness Certificate


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Greek
  • Italian

Insurers

  • Cigna
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • AXA Health
  • Aetna
  • WPA
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Bupa
  • Healix Health Services
  • Allianz Worldwide Care

Fees

  • New appointment

    £250
  • Follow-up appointment

    £150
*May vary on location

Locations

Spire Murrayfield Hospital Edinburgh

122 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 6UD

4.89(607 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
17:00 - 19:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
17:00 - 19:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
17:00 - 19:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
17:00 - 19:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Kings Park Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

Polmaise Rd, Stirling, United Kingdom, FK7 9JH

4.87(601 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
09:15 - 11:30
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
09:00 - 12:30
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Spire Shawfair Park Hospital

10 Easter Shawfair, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH22 1FE

4.86(776 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
17:00 - 19:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Foot and Ankle Surgery
30
1
Bunion Surgery
8
Inflammatory Arthritis
8

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Efstathios Drampalos is clear and professional explaining medical information. He gives thorough examinations, including X-rays and scans, with simple details on foot and ankle conditions and treatment options. Patients appreciate his personal, reassuring care and report good surgery results and successful outcomes. His practice focuses on lower limb orthopaedics, ensuring excellent patient support for various procedures.

5
verified patient
13 Jun 2026

I am very grateful to Mr Drampalos for the generous time he gave to discussing my symptoms, explaining X-ray results and exploring options for treatment. A very helpful and reassuring consultation.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
12 Jun 2026

Very clear and left me feeling very positive

5
verified patient
05 Jun 2026

Mr Drampalos was extremely thorough, he took the time to explain his diagnosis and what my options. He explained both the benefits and potential drawbacks in a clear concise manner.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
31 May 2026

Had a ankle area issue , next day it had gone MR DRAMPALOS has the hands of god in my personal opinion, lovely chap

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
23 May 2026

A very comprehensive visit with clear explanation of next steps.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
22 May 2026

Excellent care! Zero wait time—I was seen right at my scheduled appointment time. The doctor was wonderful, clearly explaining my diagnosis and breaking down the pros and cons of every available treatment option. Professional, efficient, and highly informative.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
22 May 2026

Mr Drampalos was incredibly informative about the injury and what my recovery would look like. His depth on knowledge around achilles tendon injuries is vast.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
19 May 2026

Mr Drampalos is friendly, reassuring, and credibly knowledgeable. He provided a great description of my condition illustrated with MRI, and clear explanation of the best treatment options suited to my lifestyle goals. I was seen within 5 mins of my appointment time - so not enough time to avail of the free coffee 😆

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
18 May 2026

Very thorough examination and x-rays taken at the time

5
verified patient
29 Apr 2026

Mr Drampalos was amazing. He explained everything to me very clearly and made sure I understood and was happy to proceed. I have a minor surgery on my foot and he treated me like I mattered. My overall experience was fabulous and I can’t recommend him enough!

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Skill Endorsements

09 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
Ankle Arthroscopy

Mr Michael Wilson

Mr Michael Wilson

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

08 Feb 2025
Endorsed for
Ankle Arthroscopy
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction

MD

Mr Andreas Demetriades

Neurosurgeon
Is a colleague

Mr Drampalos is an excellent foot and ankle surgeon.

16 Dec 2024
Endorsed for
Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
Ankle Fractures
Hallux Limitus or Hallux Rigidus

Mr Panagiotis Asimakopoulos

Mr Panagiotis Asimakopoulos

ENT Surgeon
Is a colleague

A well liked colleague and an excellent foot and ankle colleague

27 Sep 2024
Endorsed for
Ankle Joint Fusion
Tendinopathy (Tendonitis)
Leg Pain

MH

Mr J Donald Hansom

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague
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Articles

Most recent articles

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Winning abstract: Fusion of the first Metatarso-Phalangeal Joint with the use of Staples and Plate/Screws construct. Patient Reported Outcome Measures and Clinical outcomes for Zuha completing her SSC with our Foot and Ankle Team at Forth Valley Royal Hospital. Z Sohail, E Drampalos

Winning abstract: Fusion of the first Metatarso-Phalangeal Joint with the use of Staples and Plate/Screws construct. Patient Reported Outcome Measures and Clinical outcomes for Zuha completing her SSC with our Foot and Ankle Team at Forth Valley Royal Hospital. Z Sohail, E Drampalos

"At the University of Glasgow, we are proud of our Medical Students and feels great to see them advancing! Foot and Ankle Scotland 4th October 2024 Winning abstract: Fusion of the first Metatarso-Phalangeal Joint with the use of Staples and Plate/Screws construct. Patient Reported Outcome Measures and Clinical outcomes for Zuha completing her SSC with our Foot and Ankle Team at Forth Valley Royal Hospital. Z Sohail, E Drampalos Forth Valley Royal Hospital & School of Medicine, Veterinary Life Science, University of Glasgow, Scotland We welcome Medical Students from the University of Glasgow to do their SSC at Forth Valley Royal Hospital to learn, enjoy and open their horizons in Orthopaedics."

22 March 2025

footanklescotland.com

Best Medical Student Prize for the study completed from Charlotte during her SSC with our Foot and Ankle Team at Forth Valley Royal Hospital. "The clinical and financial implications of modified short scarf osteotomies in comparison to traditional long scarf osteotomies" C Mathews, E Drampalos

Best Medical Student Prize for the study completed from Charlotte during her SSC with our Foot and Ankle Team at Forth Valley Royal Hospital. "The clinical and financial implications of modified short scarf osteotomies in comparison to traditional long scarf osteotomies" C Mathews, E Drampalos

"At the University of Glasgow, we are proud of our Medical Students and feels great to see them advancing! Winter Scot meeting 24 January 2025 Best Medical Student Prize for the study completed from Charlotte during her SSC with our Foot and Ankle Team at Forth Valley Royal Hospital. "The clinical and financial implications of modified short scarf osteotomies in comparison to traditional long scarf osteotomies" C Mathews, E Drampalos Forth Valley Royal Hospital & School of Medicine, Veterinary Life Science, University of Glasgow, Scotland We welcome Medical Students from the University of Glasgow to do their SSC at Forth Valley Royal Hospital to learn, enjoy and open their horizons in Orthopaedics."

22 March 2025

scotorth.com

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Mr Efstathios Drampalos's overall patient rating is 4.91 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 64 reviews.

What languages does Mr Efstathios Drampalos speak?

Mr Efstathios Drampalos speaks English, Greek and Italian

Where is Mr Efstathios Drampalos located?

Mr Efstathios Drampalos primarily practices at Spire Murrayfield Hospital Edinburgh, located at 122 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 6UD
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