Wendy Richards manages all appointment bookings and enquiries on behalf of Mr Hussain. She is the quickest way to arrange a consultation and can advise on insurance, availability and hospital choice.
Wendy Richards
Secretary to Mr Shakir Hussain, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
For new patient enquiries and bookings. A GP referral is helpful but not always required — please mention if you do not have one.
Complete the form below and Wendy will be in touch to confirm your appointment. Fields marked * are required.
Thank you. Your enquiry has been sent to Wendy Richards, who will personally contact you to arrange your consultation.
Wendy will be in touch by your preferred contact method.
Your appointment will be confirmed along with hospital and any insurance details required.
A consultation letter will be sent ahead of your appointment with everything you need to know.
Need to speak sooner? Call Wendy on 07399 114575.
A few things patients often ask before making an appointment.
You can self-refer as a private patient — a GP referral is not always required. A referral letter is helpful because it provides Mr Hussain with your relevant medical history and any imaging already taken, but if you do not have one, please mention this when contacting Wendy and she will advise accordingly.
Mr Hussain is currently accepting new patients. Appointments are typically available within a few weeks. Wendy will advise on the earliest available slot when you contact her.
Most private health insurers cover consultation fees once you have pre-authorisation. Please contact your insurer before booking to obtain a reference number. If you are unsure which insurers are accepted, Wendy can confirm this for you.
Following your consultation, Mr Hussain will write to your GP with a summary of findings and his recommendations. If surgery is discussed, Wendy will guide you through the next steps at your own pace. There is never any pressure to proceed — the decision is entirely yours.