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Mr Abhinav Gulihar

MBBS, MRCS, MSc, MD, FRCS (Orth)

Orthopaedic Surgeon

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23 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

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40 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Ilias Paschopoulos, Mr Francesc Malagelada and 15 other professionals

4.98

/5

(254 reviews)

Live bookings available

23 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+10 more)

40 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Ilias Paschopoulos, Mr Francesc Malagelada and 15 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Shoulder Pain
50
6
Shoulder Arthroscopy
23
1
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
19
4

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About Mr Abhinav Gulihar

Mr. Abhi Gulihar is a renowned orthopaedic and trauma surgeon with specialised expertise in shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand surgery. He is particularly noted for his proficiency in minimally invasive keyhole procedures for the shoulder and elbow, as well as shoulder replacement surgeries. Additionally, he excels in treating sports injuries, including fractures and ligament disruptions, always prioritising the latest evidence-based treatments to ensure the best outcomes for his patients.

Mr. Gulihar completed his specialist orthopaedic training in the East Midlands and Kent, Surrey, and Sussex. He further enhanced his skills through a prestigious fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery at the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre and the European Arthroscopy Fellowship. His commitment to staying at the forefront of his field has led him to collaborate with leading experts in Europe and the USA. Currently, Mr. Gulihar manages a wide range of cases at Kings College Hospital NHS Trust, addressing both routine and complex upper limb conditions. He also consults and performs surgeries at top private hospitals in London and Kent.

Mr. Gulihar advocates for a conservative approach to treatment, favouring non-surgical management for many upper limb injuries. However, he recommends surgical intervention for specific conditions to promote early mobilisation and quick recovery, while preventing long-term issues such as arthritis or reduced function. Common surgical cases include displaced fractures of the clavicle, wrist (distal radius/scaphoid), and hand (metacarpals). He also frequently addresses severe acromio-clavicular joint dislocations, biceps tendon ruptures, pectoralis major tendon ruptures, and full-thickness rotator cuff tears surgically.

In addition to his clinical work, Mr. Gulihar is passionate about education and research. As the departmental lead for education and training, he has introduced numerous improvements for trauma and orthopaedic trainees. An active educator, he teaches various training courses and has received recognition for his contributions to research and teaching. With over 25 publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at major national and international conferences, Mr. Gulihar holds two advanced research degrees: a Masters in Orthopaedic Engineering and an MD in joint cartilage research from the University of Leicester.

Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

  • Shoulder Surgery
  • Elbow Surgery
  • Wrist Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Upper limb surgery
  • Fractures and trauma
  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Rotator cuff repair
  • Shoulder stabilisation
  • Treatment of Tennis elbow
  • Treatment of Shoulder impingement
  • Treatment of Shoulder instability
  • Trapeziectomy
  • Shoulder arthroscopy
  • Elbow arthroscopy
  • Wrist arthroscopy
  • Sports injuries
  • Biceps injuries
  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Ulnar nerve compression
  • Distal biceps rupture
  • Golfer's elbow
  • Dupuytren's disease
  • Trigger finger
  • Scaphoid fractures
  • Shoulder replacement
  • Base of thumb arthritis
  • Radial head fracture
  • Wrist fracture, clavicle fracture
  • Acromioclavicular joint problem, hand fracture

Subspecialties

  • Hand Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Hand & Wrist Surgery
  • Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(277)
Skill Endorsements
(95)

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Shoulder Pain
50
6
Shoulder Arthroscopy
23
1
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
19
4
Rotator Cuff Repair
12
6
Shoulder Replacement
14
1
Shoulder Instability
6
7
Joint Injection
12
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
12
Dupuytrens Fasciectomy
12
Dislocated Shoulder
8
3
Dupuytren's Contracture
9
1
Biceps Tenodesis and Tenotomy
4
5
Sports Injuries
6
1
Humerus Fractures
7
Frozen Shoulder
3
4
Clavicle Fractures
3
4
Acromioclavicular Joint (ACJ) Stabilisation
2
5
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
4
2
Rotator Cuff Injury
6
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
3
3
Elbow Surgery
1
5
Arthritis (Shoulder)
3
3
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatment
2
4
Shoulder Impingement
1
5
Trigger Finger
5
Joint Replacement
5
Arthroscopy
2
2
Ganglion Cyst Removal
1
3
Tendon Repair
2
2
De Quervain's Syndrome (Tenosynovitis)
4
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
3
Hand & Wrist Surgery
2
1
Trapeziectomy
3
Elbow Arthroscopy
3
Finger Injury
2
Osteoarthritis
2
Shoulder Stabilisation
1
1
Wrist Fractures
1
1
Shoulder Labral Tear
2
Elbow Fractures
2
Hand Pain
2
Hand Fractures
2
Arthritis (Hand)
2
Steroid Injection
2
Wrist Pain
2
Bicep Injury
2
Acromioclavicular Joint (ACJ) Excision
1
1
Video Consultation
1
Hand Injury
1
Neck Pain
1
Tendinopathy (Tendonitis)
1
Lipoma Removal
1
Wrist Arthroscopy
1
Fracture Fixation Surgery
1
Fracture (Broken Bone)
1
Arthritis (Elbow)
1
Pectoralis Major Injury
1
Lipoma
1
Ulnar Nerve Injury
Joint Pain
Elbow Instability
Bone Spurs
Bursitis
Bursitis (Shoulder)
Hand Stiffness
Dislocation of the Elbow
Thumb Joint Replacement
Arthritis (Wrist)
Cubital Tunnel (Ulnar Nerve) Release
Elbow Stiffness
Shoulder Tendinopathy (Pitcher's Shoulder)
Forearm Fractures
Knee Pain
Joint Fusion (Hand)
Joint Fusion (Wrist)
Cartilage Surgery (Shoulder)

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6049892


Qualifications

  • Qualifications
  • MBBS -Manipal Academy of Higher Education, 2002
  • MSc (orthopaedic engineering), Cardiff University, 2010
  • MD University of Leicester, 2013
  • Memberships
  • MRCS Royal college of surgeons, 2006
  • FRCS (orth) Royal college of surgeons, 2016

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Punjabi

Insurers

  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • The Exeter
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Aetna
  • General and Medical
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Healix Health Services
  • Cigna
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality

Fees

  • New appointment

    £350
  • Follow-up appointment

    £250
*May vary on location

Locations

HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital

27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR

4.83(5,415 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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The Blackheath Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD

4.85(1,888 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
13:30 - 17:00
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

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

Bucks Cross Road Chelsfield, Orpington, United Kingdom, BR6 7RG

4.90(1,782 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
17:00 - 20:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
14:00 - 17:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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KIMS Hospital

Newnham Ct Way, Weavering, Kent, United Kingdom, ME14 5FT

4.90(1,718 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Free Parking
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25 Harley Street

25 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9QW

4.78(949 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

The Sloane Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

125 Albemarle Road, Beckenham, United Kingdom, BR3 5HS

4.85(849 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
14:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
Thursday
17:00 - 20:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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9 Harley Street

9 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 9QY

4.82(773 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Weymouth Street Hospital

42-46 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6NP

4.70(298 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

HCA Healthcare UK City of London Outpatients

31 Old Broad Street By Tower 42, London, United Kingdom, EC2N 1HT

4.72(167 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Sevenoaks Medical Centre

London Road, Sevenoaks, London, United Kingdom, TN13 2JD

4.92(116 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
14:00 - 17:00
Saturday
Sunday

HCA UK at The Shard

St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
14:00 - 17:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Paid Parking
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Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Shoulder Pain
50
6
Shoulder Arthroscopy
23
1
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
19
4

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Abhinav Gulihar consistently provides excellent and clear explanations, demonstrating a professional manner during patient interactions. Many patients report excellent surgical outcomes for procedures such as carpal tunnel surgery, trigger finger release, and complex shoulder repairs including rotator cuff surgery and replacements. Patients describe regaining full mobility, achieving complete pain relief, and note minimal scarring. Overall, Mr Gulihar's expertise is evident in successfully resolving significant upper limb concerns, with a particular focus on shoulder issues.

5
verified patient
05 Aug 2026

My initial reluctance to have a reverse shoulder operation was superseded following a presentation given by Mr Gulihar and subsequent one to one meeting. He gave me the confidence to proceed with the operation and at no time subsequently did I regret the decision. Anybody thinking of the operation I can only say that you are in very good hands.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
17 Jul 2026

Overall treatment from start to finish was excellent. Incredibly empathtic. Understood and was very sympathetic to my needs of accommodating the surgery. I was initially concerned about the outcome of the surgery and how successful it would be but have been more than satisfied with the results. Mr Gulihar has a very charming manner, he is very approachable and great communication, especially on a couple of occasions when he needed to contact me outside of appointments. I would highly recommend his as a surgeon.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
18 Dec 2025

Thorough and attentive, made me feel easy

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
04 Jun 2025

I found Mr Gulihar very clear and helpful regarding my injury - dislocated elbow and 2 fractures. He answered questions fully and was clear and concise. He never made me feel I was asking stupid questions. The whole experience of my operation was excellent as was follow-up.

Patient seen for:
4.67
verified patient
12 May 2025

Very pleasant experience despite having surgery.

5
verified patient
25 Apr 2025

I had carpal tunnel surgery with Dr. Abhinav Gulihar and I cannot thank him enough for the exceptional care I received. From the very first consultation, he was incredibly patient, kind, and thorough in explaining the procedure. He took the time to walk me through every step, both before and during the surgery, which really helped ease my anxiety. The surgery itself went extremely well, and I’m so happy to say that I’ve fully recovered. Throughout the recovery process, Dr. Gulihar remained supportive and available. I had to make a few adjustments to my follow-up appointments due to personal circumstances, and he was kind enough to accommodate me despite his busy schedule. His dedication, compassion, and professionalism truly stand out. It’s clear that he genuinely cares about his patients. I’m deeply grateful for everything he’s done, and I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of orthopedic care.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
23 Apr 2025

Excellent service

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
14 Apr 2025

I had surgery for trigger thumb release. Everything from start to finish was super quick and efficient. As a nervous patient, the day surgery was amazing. The outcome was amazing. The stitching is invisible. I would highly recommend Mr Gulihar.

5
verified patient
14 Apr 2025

Mr Gulihar was very good and explained everything very clearly. My shoulder surgery was very successful, overall great experience. Now without pain and am very pleased.

5
verified patient
14 Apr 2025

Mr Gulihar was very good and all was good. I had surgery for rotator cuff tear with significant stiffness and all is now resolved and very good. Very pleased.

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Skill Endorsements

I have been working closely with Abhi for the last few years. He is an exceptional upper limb surgeon. He explains thoroughly and in a simple manner the pathology and provides detailed treatment options. The feedback from clients has been very positive. Highly recommended.

04 Feb 2026
Endorsed for
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Pain
Frozen Shoulder

Mr Ilias Paschopoulos

Mr Ilias Paschopoulos

Physiotherapist
I have referred patients to them

Abhi is an outstanding upper limp orthopaedic surgeon. He is highly experienced and a very well respected colleague. We discuss cases regularly and look after patients for a combined approach . He provides excellent care to his patients and demonstrates a kind and approachable bedside manner which shows with the fantastic outcomes he gets from his treatment. It is a joy working with him and I trust him with friends and family without hesitation.

22 Dec 2025
Endorsed for
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Pain
Finger Injury

Mr Francesc Malagelada

Mr Francesc Malagelada

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

Mr Gulihar is a well-trained and excellent surgeon who is great with patients and colleagues. Extremely helpful and has breadth of knowledge and skills in his field. I highly recommend him.An exellent teacher and an amazing colleague to work with too .

18 Dec 2025
Endorsed for
Arthritis (Shoulder)
Finger Injury
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Mr Anoop Anugraha

Mr Anoop Anugraha

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

Abhi has a well-rounded approach to patient care and always puts his patients first.

09 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
Shoulder Pain
Elbow Surgery
Joint Replacement

Mr Nashat Siddiqui

Mr Nashat Siddiqui

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Abhinav Gulihar's reviews like?

Mr Abhinav Gulihar's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 254 reviews.

What languages does Mr Abhinav Gulihar speak?

Mr Abhinav Gulihar speaks English, Hindi and Punjabi

Where is Mr Abhinav Gulihar located?

Mr Abhinav Gulihar primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital, located at 27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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What are Mr Abhinav Gulihar working hours?

Mr Abhinav Gulihar is working Monday (09:00 - 12:00, 17:00 - 20:00), Tuesday (14:00 - 17:00, 18:00 - 20:00), Wednesday (13:30 - 17:00), Thursday (14:00 - 17:00, 17:00 - 20:00), Friday (14:00 - 17:00, 14:00 - 17:00)

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