Mr Ashraf Awad is a Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon at Goring Hall Hospital in Worthing, West Sussex, specialising in hip replacement surgery, knee replacement surgery, revision joint replacement surgery and orthopaedic trauma care.

Patients from Worthing, Pulborough, Horsham, Brighton, Chichester and across Sussex seek his expertise for both routine and complex hip and knee conditions. He is recognised for his patient-centred approach, providing clear explanations, honest advice and personalised treatment plans tailored to each individual's needs.

Alongside his private practice at Goring Hall Hospital, Mr Awad is a substantive Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. He combines extensive NHS and private practice experience to deliver high-quality care using the latest evidence-based techniques.

Mr Awad believes that every patient should fully understand their condition and treatment options before making decisions about their care. Whether a patient requires joint replacement surgery, treatment for a complex fracture, or advice on managing a long-term orthopaedic condition, he works closely with them to achieve the best possible outcome.

Areas of Expertise
Patients seeking specialist hip replacement, knee replacement or fracture treatment in Worthing, Pulborough, West Sussex and the surrounding area benefit from Mr Awad's extensive experience in both elective and emergency orthopaedic care.

His key areas of expertise include:

Hip Replacement Surgery
Hip replacement surgery can help patients whose quality of life has been affected by arthritis, joint damage or chronic hip pain. Mr Awad performs both routine and complex hip replacement procedures, helping patients reduce pain, improve mobility and return to daily activities with greater confidence.

Knee Replacement Surgery
For patients suffering from knee arthritis or persistent knee pain, knee replacement surgery can provide long-term relief and improved function. Mr Awad performs both primary and complex knee replacement procedures, tailoring treatment to each patient's needs and lifestyle.

Periprosthetic Fractures
Periprosthetic fractures occur around an existing joint replacement and require specialist surgical expertise. Mr Awad has extensive experience treating these challenging injuries and is involved in national research aimed at improving patient outcomes.

Hip and Knee Arthroscopy
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive technique that uses a small camera to assess and treat problems within a joint. It can be used to diagnose and manage selected hip and knee conditions while minimising recovery time.

Trauma Surgery
As a Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon, Mr Awad regularly treats fractures and traumatic injuries. His NHS role includes providing emergency orthopaedic care for patients who have experienced accidents, falls and other serious injuries.

Education and Surgical Training
Mr Awad qualified in medicine from Cairo University in 1995 and went on to complete a Master's Degree in Orthopaedics in 2002.

After moving to the United Kingdom, he continued his specialist orthopaedic training and gained several prestigious professional qualifications that demonstrate his advanced expertise in trauma and orthopaedic surgery.

These include:

• Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS) in 2008
• Fellowship of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (FEBOT) in 2014
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Trauma and Orthopaedics (FRCS T&O) in 2016

These qualifications reflect his commitment to delivering the highest standards of care and maintaining excellence in orthopaedic practice.

Advanced Fellowship Training
To further develop his expertise in complex hip surgery, Mr Awad completed two advanced orthopaedic fellowships in 2018.
The first was a Lower Limb Arthroplasty and Young Adult Hip Fellowship at Royal Berkshire Hospital, where he gained specialist experience in hip preservation and joint replacement surgery.

He then completed an Advanced Primary and Revision Hip Fellowship at Southmead Hospital in Bristol, focusing on complex hip replacement and revision procedures.

These fellowships provided advanced training in managing challenging hip conditions and contributed to the specialist expertise he offers patients today.

NHS Consultant Experience
Throughout his career, Mr Awad has held consultant posts at several leading NHS hospitals across the United Kingdom, including:

• Torbay Hospital
• Croydon University Hospital
• Wythenshawe Hospital
• Gloucestershire Hospitals
• York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals
• University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Since joining University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, he has played an important role in delivering orthopaedic services across Sussex.
He currently leads the Hip Fracture Service, helping patients recover from serious injuries while supporting improvements in clinical outcomes and service quality.

Alongside his NHS work, he provides private orthopaedic care at Goring Hall Hospital, Worthing, supporting patients from across West Sussex, Pulborough, Horsham, Brighton, Chichester and the South Coast.

Research and Clinical Studies
Mr Awad has a strong interest in research and evidence-based medicine and actively contributes to studies designed to improve patient care and surgical outcomes.

He is involved in several national research programmes, including:

HIPPY Trial
A study exploring approaches to hip replacement surgery and ways to enhance recovery and long-term outcomes for patients.

COMPOSE Study
A national cohort study investigating outcomes following periprosthetic femoral fractures, helping clinicians better understand the management of these complex injuries.

Mr Awad's work has been published in respected journals including:

• Bone & Joint Journal
• Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
• He has also presented research at international orthopaedic meetings, including conferences organised by the European Federation of National Associations of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EFORT).
• Teaching, Leadership and National Roles

Alongside his clinical practice, Mr Awad is dedicated to surgical education and training.

He serves on the UK National Core Training Selection Panel, helping select future surgical trainees, and is an examiner for the University of Manchester Medical School.

His commitment to education was recognised in 2023 when he was nominated for Trainer of the Year by the Northwest Deanery.
Mr Awad is passionate about supporting future generations of orthopaedic surgeons and creating a positive learning environment for trainees.

Improving Patient Care
Mr Awad continually seeks opportunities to enhance the patient experience.

One of his key achievements was establishing a nurse-led outreach follow-up service for joint replacement patients. This innovative programme improved convenience, access to care and continuity of follow-up while maintaining high clinical standards.

The initiative received a Blue Shield Award in 2015 in recognition of its success.

Commitment to Equality and Inclusion
Mr Awad is also committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within orthopaedic surgery.

He serves as the British Orthopaedic Association and British Orthopaedic Trainees Association Culture and Diversity Champion, supporting initiatives that encourage equality, fairness and opportunity throughout the profession.

Patient-Centred Care
At Goring Hall Hospital in Worthing, Mr Awad provides personalised orthopaedic care for patients throughout Worthing, Pulborough, Horsham, West Sussex and the surrounding region.

He takes time to listen carefully, explain diagnoses in clear language and discuss both surgical and non-surgical treatment options. His aim is to ensure that every patient feels informed, supported and confident throughout their treatment journey.

Whether treating arthritis, sports injuries, fractures or complications following joint replacement surgery, Mr Awad is committed to delivering outstanding orthopaedic care with professionalism, compassion and attention to detail. 

Clinical interests

• Primary Hip arthroplasty surgeries
• Primary Knee arthroplasty Surgeries
• Knee arthroscopic surgeries  

• British Orthopaedic Association
• British Hip Society