Mr Matthew Sala
MB/ ChB. FRCS. FRCS(Orth)
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43 years of experience
Harrow, HA1 3RX
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36 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Ahsan Akhtar, Mr Senthooran Raja and 14 other professionals
Live bookings available
43 years of experience
Harrow, HA1 3RX
(+3 more)
36 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Ahsan Akhtar, Mr Senthooran Raja and 14 other professionals
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About Mr Matthew Sala
Mr Matthew Sala, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, currently works within the Northwick Park & Central Middlesex Hospitals. He is highly experienced in treating conditions of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand and knee. Conditions including joint, muscle and tendon pathology, complex fractures, sport and soft tissue injuries.
Mr Sala began his medical education in Liverpool at the University of Liverpool Medical School, before moving on to do specialist training in the North Thames Rotation. He did his specialist training in hospitals across London including University College Hospital, St Mary's Paddington, Hammersmith and Charing Cross Hospitals. Following this, he was awarded a fellowship at the University of Toronto. He has also been around the world as a visiting surgeon working in prestigious units including the Hand Unit in Ontario, Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, and the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. He was later appointed to his current position in 2000 and was given the position of Clinical Lead for Shoulder Surgery. A year later, his expertise was recognised when Imperial College School of Medicine appointed him Honorary Senior Lecturer. the Royal College of Surgeons have also appointed his as a Fellow
Mr Sala has pioneered the use of collagen scaffold and inflatable spacer implants in his unit, using this technique as part of a national collaborative study. He performs 90% of his procedures via arthroscopic surgery. He continues to work collaboratively, working alongside anaesthetists and specialised physiotherapists in London. He is also an active educator engaging with advanced surgeon training.
Subspecialties
- Hand Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
- Knee Surgery
- Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
- Hand & Wrist Surgery
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 2773256
The Royal Society of Medicine
No. 00470770
British Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
No. 15674
Royal College of Surgeons
No. THN/024/025
British Elbow and Shoulder Society (BESS)
No. MPC2015M
Education
University of Liverpool
Medicine
Graduated 1982
Qualifications
Education & Training:
- Qualified from the University of Liverpool Medical School.
Professional memberships:
• British Elbow & Shoulder Society (BESS)
• British Orthopaedic Association (BOA)
• British Medical Association (BMA)
• Royal Society of Medicine (RSM)
• Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS)
• Fellow of American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
• London Consultants Association (LCA)
• Independent Doctors Federation (IDF)
• Federation of Independent Practitioners Organization (FIPO)
Languages spoken
- English
- Italian
Insurers
- Saga Health Insurance
- Aviva Health
- Cigna
- Bupa
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Simply Health (Dental)
- General and Medical
- The Exeter
- WPA
- Vitality
- AXA Health
- Healix Health Services
- Freedom Health Insurance
- Aetna
- National Friendly
- Benenden Health
Fees
New appointment
£300Follow-up appointment
£250
Locations
The Clementine Churchill Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)
The Clementine Churchill Hospital, Sudbury Hill, Harrow, United Kingdom, HA1 3RX
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Chiswick Outpatients
Bond House, 347-353 Chiswick High Road, London, United Kingdom, W4 4HS
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The Institute of Sport Exercise & Health (ISEH)
170 Tottenham Court Road, London, United Kingdom, W1T 7HA
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The Princess Grace Hospital Outpatients
30 Devonshire Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6PU
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Mr Matthew Sala interacts with patients in a professional, clear, and thorough manner. He gives clear explanations regarding various orthopaedic conditions and procedures, including rotator cuff repairs, treatment for broken wrists, and clavicle injuries. Patients note his detailed examinations, attentive listening, and the good care received before and after surgery. The strong focus on resolving shoulder conditions and delivering successful surgical outcomes is evident across patient experiences.
I highly recommend Mr. Sala. One of my appointments had to be cancelled because a surgery ran much longer than expected, but he more than made up for it by personally calling me on a Sunday to discuss my MRI results. At every consultation, he has been exceptionally kind, attentive, and thorough. He takes the time to explain everything clearly, answers questions in detail, and never makes you feel rushed. I felt genuinely listened to and cared for throughout. An excellent surgeon with a rare combination of expertise, professionalism, and compassion.
Dr Sala is an excellent orthopedic surgeon. Explains everything will clarity.
Mr Sala is professional and very clear and calming. His examination is thorough. I would highly recommend.
I had an outstanding experience with Dr Matthew Sala, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone seeking expert orthopaedic care in London. From the very first consultation, Dr Sala demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism, knowledge, and attention to detail. He took the time to listen carefully, explained the diagnosis and treatment options with great clarity, and ensured I felt fully informed and confident at every stage. His ability to translate complex medical information into clear, reassuring guidance truly sets him apart. What stood out most was his dedication to patient-centred care: never rushed, always attentive and consistently focused on long-term recovery and wellbeing rather than quick fixes. Dr Matthew Sala is an exceptional orthopaedist and a true credit to his profession. I am extremely grateful for his care and would recommend him without reservation
I am very grateful for all the efforts that Mr Sala puts and the unique skills he showed when he operated on my left shoulder in 2011. I feel very safe to have another surgery proposed by Mr Sala early in 2026 .
If I didn’t know that I would gat excellent treatment from Mr Sala, i would not return. Please note I have returned several times!
Skill Endorsements
Matthew is a brilliant, well respected colleague with an immense set of surgical skills. He has been one of my mentors in my career and I have learnt a lot from him. He is highly recommended for shoulder and elbow surgery.
03 Mar 2026
Mr Ahsan Akhtar
Orthopaedic SurgeonAn excellent colleague and surgeon. I would highly recommend.
03 Mar 2026
Mr Senthooran Raja
Orthopaedic SurgeonMatthew is an expert in upper limb surgery. He has been a colleague for many years and is a meticulous surgeon with a great track record in treating complex problems. I would recommend him for an expert opinion.
23 Oct 2024
Mr Simon Jennings
Orthopaedic SurgeonAn excellent opinion and great with patients
23 Oct 2024MH
Mr Alistair Hunter
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Mr Matthew Sala's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 64 reviews.
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Mr Matthew Sala speaks English and Italian
Where is Mr Matthew Sala located?
Mr Matthew Sala primarily practices at The Clementine Churchill Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at The Clementine Churchill Hospital, Sudbury Hill, Harrow, United Kingdom, HA1 3RX
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Mr Matthew Sala is working Monday (09:30 - 13:00), Tuesday (15:30 - 16:30, 14:00 - 15:00), Thursday (14:00 - 16:00), Friday (14:00 - 18:00)
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