dev
mahadevan
consultant foot and ankle surgeon
Dev Mahadevan
Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon
Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS Trauma and Orthopaedics)
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (BMBS)
Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BMedSci)
I am dedicated to supporting you throughout your foot and ankle treatment journey. This includes initial diagnosis and personalised care planning, rehabilitation and ultimately returning you to better function.
My practice is recognised for:
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Exceptional patient experience and satisfaction
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Excellent surgical outcomes on the British Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (BOFAS) registry
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Extensive expertise in foot and ankle surgery, including minimally invasive procedures to complex deformity correction
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Specialist care for athletes and active individuals seeking safe return to sport and physical activity
Background and Experience
Dev Mahadevan is highly regarded within his field. His primary clinical focus is the treatment of ankle and foot conditions utilising state-of-the-art evidence-based surgical techniques. His transparent approach makes him a preferred provider for all major insurers including as a Platinum BUPA provider. His surgical outcomes are submitted to the BOFAS registry and are also publicly accessible via the Private Healthcare Information Network (PHIN).
Dev graduated from the University of Nottingham with a degree in medicine. He subsequently completed his specialist orthopaedic training within the East Midlands Deanery. Upon obtaining his qualification as an orthopaedic surgeon, he pursued advanced subspecialty fellowship training in foot and ankle surgery at the esteemed Avon Orthopaedic Centre in Bristol. In 2015, he was appointed Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Royal Berkshire Hospital.
Clinical Expertise
Bunion and foot deformities
Sports injury and fractures
Minimally invasive "keyhole" surgery
Foot and ankle arthritis
Ankle replacement and fusion
Tendon disorders
Complex deformity reconstructions
He has treated Olympic and professional athletes who have excelled in their sports.
Professional Appointments
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Scientific Committee of British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
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Research Committee of European Foot and Ankle Society
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Clinical Director of Orthopaedic and Trauma surgery at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust (2022 - 2025)
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Clinical Governance Lead for Trauma and Orthopaedics (2021 - 2022)
Research and Publications
With a substantial body of peer-reviewed research publications and numerous national and international research presentations, he holds a high level of recognition in this field. His specific research interests encompass bunion correction, arthritis, Morton’s neuroma, and Achilles tendon disorders.
He has written book chapters in reputable textbooks including 'Essentials of Foot and Ankle Surgery' and 'Musculoskeletal Injections and Alternative Options: A practical guide to 'what, when and how?'.
Training Surgeons
Dev Mahadevan is passionate about mentoring the next generation of surgeons. He holds faculty positions in several esteemed orthopaedic courses, including the internationally recognised 'British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society Principles Course'. He has presented surgical techniques at international conferences and served as a guest speaker at numerous international webinars and symposia. Additionally, he assumes the role of educational supervisor for several orthopaedic surgical trainees undergoing training at Royal Berkshire Hospital. Notably, he has received three nominations for the Trainer of the Year award from orthopaedic trainees affiliated with the Oxford and North West London deaneries.
Personal Interests
Outside of work, Dev enjoys travelling, keeping fit and supporting Liverpool FC. In his younger years, he was a competitive track and field athlete.
Professional Affiliations
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British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
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European Foot and Ankle Society
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British Orthopaedic Association
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Royal College of Surgeons of England
