Mr Kailash Devalia

Professional statement

Mr Kailash Devalia is a leading and distinguished expert in foot and ankle surgery, renowned for his specialisation in treating a wide range of foot and ankle conditions. With a profound interest in sports medicine, Mr Devalia takes pride in helping young patients overcome arthritis and soft tissue sports injuries, ensuring they can return to their active lifestyles swiftly and safely.

Mr Devalia practices at both the Nuffield Health Newcastle upon Tyne Hospital and the Spire Washington Hospital, where he brings his extensive expertise and compassionate care to every patient he treats. A proud member of the BOFAS and the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Mr Devalia performs more than 500 foot and ankle operations every year, including bunion surgeries, treatments for big toe arthritis, ligaments stabilisation, as well as complex hindfoot operations, such as ankle replacements and fusions.

His precision and skill with a bespoke approach ensure the best possible outcomes for his patients. Mr Devalia has pioneered innovative techniques for ankle ligaments reconstruction and has designed a new product for ankle Syndesmosis stability. His work on Freiberg’s has been well recognised by BOFAS and he gets many referrals from the region to treat this condition.

Mr Devalia successfully undertook his higher specialist orthopaedic training in both Newcastle and Sheffield after completion of his MBBS at Mumbai University in 1997. His dedication to advancing his field is exemplified by his receipt of the prestigious BOFAS (British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society) travelling fellowship in Zurich, a testament to his commitment to staying at the forefront of medical advancements.

He has been an associate editor for BOFAS bulletin “FOOTPRINT”. He takes pride in teaching young surgeons the finer concepts of foot and ankle surgery and has published extensively in this area (Pubmed, google scholar and Researchgate). He also serves as an educational supervisor for higher surgical trainees, training both cosmetic and constructive procedures. His commitment to excellence has seen him accumulate a wealth of experience in foot and ankle surgery, making him an authority in his field.

Why choose Mr Kailash Devalia? Choosing Mr Devalia means opting for a surgeon with unparalleled expertise, a compassionate approach, and a proven track record of successful surgeries. Whether you’re dealing with a sports injury or a chronic condition, Mr Devalia's patient-centric care and state-of-the-art techniques will provide the first step towards pain-free living.

Mr Devalia is adept in addressing various foot and ankle issues, including:

• Bunions
• Big toe arthritis
• Freiberg’s disease
• Syndesmosis and ankle ligaments stabilisation
• Ankle fusion and ankle replacement
• Flat foot correction
• Ankle arthroscopy
• Ingrowing toenails
• Plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendon problems