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About Mr Ayaz Lakdawala
Personal Profile
Personal Profile
Mr Ayaz Lakdawala is a highly skilled Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 16 years of experience, specialising exclusively in knee conditions and sports injuries. He provides private care at The Meriden Hospital in Coventry and is widely recognised for managing both routine and complex knee problems.
He performs a high volume of knee procedures and regularly receives referrals from other clinicians for second opinions and complex cases, reflecting his reputation for clinical excellence.
Mr Lakdawala completed his higher specialist training in Trauma and Orthopaedics in the West Midlands, working at internationally renowned centres including the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital and Queen Elizabeth Hospital. He further advanced his expertise through prestigious fellowships at King’s College Hospital, London, and the Exeter Knee Reconstruction Unit, both globally recognised for excellence in knee surgery.
Clinical Expertise
Mr Lakdawala specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of all knee conditions, with particular expertise in:
Knee replacement surgery (total and partial)
Sports knee injuries
Ligament reconstruction
Cartilage repair and regeneration
He is one of the few surgeons using OrthoPilot™ computer navigation technology to enhance surgical accuracy during knee replacement. As the only surgeon in Warwickshire offering computer‑navigated knee replacement, he receives referrals from across the region for complex cases.
Conditions Treated
Mr Lakdawala treats a comprehensive range of knee conditions, including:
Knee osteoarthritis
Sports‑related knee injuries
ACL, MCL, LCL and posterior ligament injuries
Meniscal tears
Cartilage damage
Patellar instability and dislocation
Chronic knee pain
Complex or failed knee surgery
Treatments & Procedures
Knee Surgery
Total knee replacement
Partial knee replacement
Patellofemoral knee replacement
Arthroscopic knee surgery (keyhole)
ACL reconstruction
Multi‑ligament knee reconstruction (MCL, LCL, PLC)
Medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction
Meniscal repair and meniscectomy
Cartilage regeneration procedures (microfracture and augmented techniques)
Advanced Techniques
Computer‑navigated knee replacement (OrthoPilot™)
Minimally invasive surgical approaches
Non‑Surgical Treatments
Joint injection therapy
Rehabilitation planning
Sports injury management programmes
Mr Lakdawala takes a personalised approach to care, ensuring each treatment plan aligns with the patient’s goals, activity level and lifestyle.
Sports Injury Expertise
Mr Lakdawala has extensive experience treating sports injuries, from recreational athletes to professionals. He provides a holistic recovery pathway, working closely with specialist physiotherapists and strength and conditioning coaches to support safe and effective return to sport.
Leadership, Teaching & Research
Mr Lakdawala holds a prominent leadership role as Regional Director for the Royal College of Surgeons of England, where he contributes to improving surgical standards, education and patient care across the region.
He is also Chair of the Professional Affairs Board in the West Midlands, further demonstrating his influence in shaping clinical practice.
He is actively involved in:
Training junior doctors and senior registrars
Examining for Warwick Medical School
Publishing in peer‑reviewed journals
Presenting research at national and international conferences
Patient‑Centred Approach
Mr Lakdawala is committed to delivering first‑class, personalised care, ensuring patients feel fully informed and supported throughout their treatment journey.
His approach focuses on:
Clear communication
Evidence‑based treatment decisions
Excellent functional outcomes
Safe and efficient recovery
This dedication is reflected in consistently strong patient feedback and successful results.
Professional Memberships
Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCSEng)
British Association for Surgery of the Knee (BASK)
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust
Hospitals
The Meriden Hospital, Coventry
Specialities
Orthopaedic Surgery
Knee Surgery
Sports Injury Surgery
Mr Ayaz Lakdawala is a highly skilled Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 16 years of experience, specialising exclusively in knee conditions and sports injuries. He provides private care at The Meriden Hospital in Coventry and is widely recognised for managing both routine and complex knee problems.
He performs a high volume of knee procedures and regularly receives referrals from other clinicians for second opinions and complex cases, reflecting his reputation for clinical excellence.
Mr Lakdawala completed his higher specialist training in Trauma and Orthopaedics in the West Midlands, working at internationally renowned centres including the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital and Queen Elizabeth Hospital. He further advanced his expertise through prestigious fellowships at King’s College Hospital, London, and the Exeter Knee Reconstruction Unit, both globally recognised for excellence in knee surgery.
Clinical Expertise
Mr Lakdawala specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of all knee conditions, with particular expertise in:
Knee replacement surgery (total and partial)
Sports knee injuries
Ligament reconstruction
Cartilage repair and regeneration
He is one of the few surgeons using OrthoPilot™ computer navigation technology to enhance surgical accuracy during knee replacement. As the only surgeon in Warwickshire offering computer‑navigated knee replacement, he receives referrals from across the region for complex cases.
Conditions Treated
Mr Lakdawala treats a comprehensive range of knee conditions, including:
Knee osteoarthritis
Sports‑related knee injuries
ACL, MCL, LCL and posterior ligament injuries
Meniscal tears
Cartilage damage
Patellar instability and dislocation
Chronic knee pain
Complex or failed knee surgery
Treatments & Procedures
Knee Surgery
Total knee replacement
Partial knee replacement
Patellofemoral knee replacement
Arthroscopic knee surgery (keyhole)
ACL reconstruction
Multi‑ligament knee reconstruction (MCL, LCL, PLC)
Medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction
Meniscal repair and meniscectomy
Cartilage regeneration procedures (microfracture and augmented techniques)
Advanced Techniques
Computer‑navigated knee replacement (OrthoPilot™)
Minimally invasive surgical approaches
Non‑Surgical Treatments
Joint injection therapy
Rehabilitation planning
Sports injury management programmes
Mr Lakdawala takes a personalised approach to care, ensuring each treatment plan aligns with the patient’s goals, activity level and lifestyle.
Sports Injury Expertise
Mr Lakdawala has extensive experience treating sports injuries, from recreational athletes to professionals. He provides a holistic recovery pathway, working closely with specialist physiotherapists and strength and conditioning coaches to support safe and effective return to sport.
Leadership, Teaching & Research
Mr Lakdawala holds a prominent leadership role as Regional Director for the Royal College of Surgeons of England, where he contributes to improving surgical standards, education and patient care across the region.
He is also Chair of the Professional Affairs Board in the West Midlands, further demonstrating his influence in shaping clinical practice.
He is actively involved in:
Training junior doctors and senior registrars
Examining for Warwick Medical School
Publishing in peer‑reviewed journals
Presenting research at national and international conferences
Patient‑Centred Approach
Mr Lakdawala is committed to delivering first‑class, personalised care, ensuring patients feel fully informed and supported throughout their treatment journey.
His approach focuses on:
Clear communication
Evidence‑based treatment decisions
Excellent functional outcomes
Safe and efficient recovery
This dedication is reflected in consistently strong patient feedback and successful results.
Professional Memberships
Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCSEng)
British Association for Surgery of the Knee (BASK)
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust
Hospitals
The Meriden Hospital, Coventry
Specialities
Orthopaedic Surgery
Knee Surgery
Sports Injury Surgery
Professional Memberships
Royal College of Surgeons of England
British Association of Surgery of the Knee (BASK)
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust
Regional Director for Royal College of Surgeons of England since 2018.
Clinical Interest
All treatments for injuries to knee and knee osteoarthritis:
- Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
- Computer Navigated Knee Replacement
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Treatment of Knee Injuries
- Medial Patello-Femoral Ligament Reconstruction
- Meniscal Repair
- Cartilage Regeneration Procedures - Micro-fracture and Augmented Micro-fracture
- Patello-Femoral Replacement.
