The postoperative course will depend on the specifics of the operation, but these are a few examples of commonly performed procedures (these are only meant to serve as a reference and timeframes can vary depending on each particular case)
Overview: Surgery Type: Daycase (or 1 night stay ) -- Anaesthesia: Regional Block + Sedation / General -- Return to Work: 7-10 days office based / 5 weeks standing -- Orthotic: Flat stiff-soled shoe
Before 
After
Overview: Surgery Type : Daycase -- Anaesthesia : Regional Block + Sedation / General -- Return to Work : 7-10 days office based / 3 weeks standing -- Orthotic : Crutches for 1 week
Overview: Surgery Type: Daycase (or 1 night stay ) -- Anaesthesia: Regional Block + Sedation / General -- Return to Work: 7-10 days office based / 3 weeks standing -- Orthotic: Flat stiff-soled shoe
Overview: Surgery Type: Daycase (or 1 night stay ) -- Anaesthesia: Regional Block + Sedation / General -- Return to Work: 10-14 days office based / 4- 6 weeks standing -- Orthotic: Cast (backslab) then Walker boots
Overview: Surgery Type: Daycase (or 1 night stay ) -- Anaesthesia: Regional Block + Sedation / General -- Return to Work: 10-14 days office based / 6 weeks standing -- Orthotic: Cast for 6 weeks then Walker boot .
Overview: Surgery Type : Daycase -- Anaesthesia : Regional Block + Sedation / General -- Return to Work : 7-10 days office based / 5 weeks standing -- Orthotic : Flat stiff-soled shoe
Benefits – In addition to a smaller incision, the advantage of not having to use metalwork for fixation means that a subsequent operation to remove the screw is not required.
Overview: Surgery Type : Daycase -- Anaesthesia : Regional Block + Sedation / Local -- Return to Work : 5-7 days office based / 2 weeks standing -- Orthotic : Normal shoe
You may be referred to us by your doctor or physiotherapist and you may also self-refer . We can see you at short notice at any of our central London locations.
To book your appointment you can do so by calling our office on 020 8629 0932 or by filling out this online form .
Only required once for new patients, and not for follow-ups. It usually takes 2-3 minutes to complete. You can also complete it ahead of your appointment during your own time.
I will receive you in the consultation room where you will tell me about your foot and/or ankle concerns. I might ask some questions that will help me understand the full picture of your condition.
Following the initial “history taking”, I will proceed to examine your feet and ankles. You will be invited to remove your shoes and socks , so a number of gentle tests can be performed.
I will explain the findings observed during the examination in lay terms and come up with a diagnosis for the condition/s that your are dealing with.
To confirm the suspected diagnosis further investigations are ordinarily needed. Typically these involve one or more imaging tests. ( X-rays, Ultrasound, CT-scan, MRI-scan ). They could also include blood tests or other imaging modalities. I will explain the nature of the required investigation during our consultation
Hopefully at the end of the consultation you will be at ease with the condition that has been bothering you. I am confident that after time and treatment you will be able to see significant improvement. Before seeing you off I will inform you of the next steps.
We accept insured, self-funding or embassy-sponsored patients.
Self-funding
For any other surgery fees please ask the office for a specific quote.
Payment for treatment – Finance your surgery
Before your surgery, you will receive an invoice with your full package price. You can choose to finance your procedure upfront or in monthly instalments. You can pay by credit or debit card, BACS, or through our finance partner, Chrysalis. We offer flexible finance options to spread the cost of treatment, with plans ranging from 1 to 5 years with a fixed 14.9% APR.
You can choose to finance the full amount or pay part and part with savings. The minimum loan amount is £350. Contact us to discuss your financing options. By financing your treatment, you will have access to Ganglion surgery from £68.7 a month, or Keyhole bunion surgery from £130.4 a month.
*(This is only a representative example and prices may vary depending on your procedure and individual patient requirements. T&C’s apply)
As a self-funded patient we will guide you through the costs of your consultation, investigations and treatments prior to these being undertaken. Please contact the office for advice.
* Ask about Self-pay Packages for surgical interventions (all-inclusive), and Flexible payment plans to finance your treatment. Free initial consultation when purchasing the Self-pay Package.
Insurance
Mr Malagelada is recognized as a Specialist Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon by all the major insurers. As such, the costs of your consultation with me, investigations, and treatment are covered by your policy. Please contact your insurance company prior to your first consultation to obtain an authorization number to see me. It is my philosophy not to charge patients in excess of the health insurers established limits. Please note that insurance companies do not usually cover costs of orthotics, post-operative shoes, walking boots, braces or crutches which are the responsibility of the patient.
Your insurer may suggest alternative low-cost hospitals outside central London based on cost of investigations. However, Mr Francesc Malagelada is fee-assured with all major insurers, and you are entitled to see him at his central London clinic. If redirected, simply insist on seeing Mr Francesc Malagelada by name. Your insurer cannot refuse a consultation.
Accepted insurers include the following; for others please ask the office:
Embassy
If you are being sponsored by your government, all we need to arrange your care is a signed “letter of guarantee” from your sponsor authorizing payment for your tests or consultation. We could help you with this process as we have vast experience in dealing with embassies.
With established experience in treating international patients, we will guide you through the enquiry process to make it very simple for you and your family. We can arrange treatment for overseas patients, either through an Embassy, sponsoring organisation or directly from your country of residence. Our team of international coordinators will help you arrange appointments, assist with hospital admissions and provide recommendations and guidance throughout your stay. Online virtual appointments and second opinions are also available to offer you the best experience from the comfort of your home.
من خلال خبرتنا الراسخة في علاج مرضى على الصعيد الدولي، سنوجهك من خلال عملية الاستعلام لجعلها بسيطة وسهلة للغاية لك ولعائلتك. يمكننا ترتيب العلاج للمرضى في الخارج، اما من خلال سفارة او منظمة راعية او مباشرة من بلد اقامتك. فريقنا المكون من منسقين دوليين سيساعدك في ترتيب المواعيد، كما في معاملة دخول المستشفى بالاضافة الى تقديم التوصيات والارشادات طوال فترة اقامتك. المواعيد الظاهرة عبر الإنترنت والآراء الثانية متاحة ايضاً لتوفر لك أفضل تجربة وانت مرتاح في منزلك.
憑藉在治療國際患者方面的豐富經驗，我們將指導您完成查詢過程，以使您和您的家人變得非常簡單。 我們可以通過使館，贊助機構或直接從您的居住國為海外患者安排治療。 我們的國際協調員團隊將在您整個住宿期間為您安排約會，協助醫院住院並提供建議和指導。 在線虛擬約會和第二意見也可為您提供家中舒適的最佳體驗。
Имея большой опыт лечения иностранных пациентов, мы поможем вам пройти процесс заполнения медицинской анкеты, чтобы сделать его очень простым для Вас и Вашей семьи. Мы можем организовать лечение зарубежных пациентов через посольство, спонсорскую организацию или непосредственно из страны вашего проживания. Наша команда международных координаторов поможет вам записаться на прием, поможет с госпитализацией и предоставит советы/рекомендации на протяжении всего вашего пребывания. Для вашего удобства также доступны онлайн консультации, а также «экспертное мнение второго врача».
Avec une expérience établie dans le traitement des patients internationaux, nous vous guiderons tout au long du processus d’enquête pour le rendre très simple pour vous et votre famille. Nous pouvons organiser le traitement des patients à l’étranger, soit par le biais d’une ambassade, d’un organisme parrain ou directement depuis votre pays de résidence. Notre équipe de coordinateurs internationaux vous aidera à organiser vos rendez-vous, vous assistera dans les admissions à l’hôpital et vous fournira des recommandations et des conseils tout au long de votre séjour. Des rendez-vous virtuels en ligne et des seconds avis sont également disponibles pour vous offrir la meilleure expérience dans le confort de votre foyer.
Contamos con una amplia experiencia en el tratamiento de pacientes internacionales, para facilitarle a usted y a su familia el trámite de la consulta médica sin preocupación alguna. Nos encargamos de todo el proceso para aquellos pacientes que se encuentren en el extranjero, ya sea a través de una Embajada, un seguro médico, o directamente con el paciente desde cualquier país de residencia. Nuestro equipo de coordinadores internacionales le ayudará a concertar citas, le asistirá con los ingresos hospitalarios y le orientará durante toda su estadía. Si lo desea, también ponemos a su disposición citas virtuales online y servicio de segundas opiniones para una fantástica experiencia desde el confort de su hogar.
Foot & ankle trauma care
