Surgeon Background
Masood Shafafy

Masood Shafafy

Location

London, Nottingham, Peterborough

Specialties

Paediatric, Spine, Video and telephone consultations

Mr Shafafy, a senior consultant spinal surgeon with extensive experience, specialises in managing various spinal conditions and deformities. He utilises innovative techniques such as MAGEC system in paediatric deformity and Far lateral Interbody cages in adult spinal deformity, alongside teaching and speaking at national and international conferences.

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About

Mr Masood Shafafy is a highly experienced senior consultant spinal surgeon with expertise in managing a wide range of spinal conditions, from simple back and neck pain to complex paediatric and adult spinal deformities. He has developed innovative techniques for spinal correction, such as his own spine derogating technique and rib alignment method. Mr Shafafy is a pioneer in using the MAGEC system for early-onset scoliosis and modern minimally invasive approaches for adult spinal deformities. He holds NHS posts at the Centre for Spinal Studies and Surgery in Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham, and is affiliated with various prestigious medical associations. With over two decades of experience, Mr Masood Shafafy has received extensive training in spinal surgery, including senior spinal fellowships and orthopaedic engineering. He specialises in paediatric and adult spinal deformities, offering video and telephone consultations. He is a published author and a sought-after speaker at national and international spinal conferences. His qualifications include an MB BS from St Bartholomew's Hospital Medical College and FRCS from The Royal College of Surgeons of England. Mr Shafafy's areas of interest span from spinal fusion to deformity correction, showcasing his broad expertise in spinal care. Outside of his medical practice, Mr Masood Shafafy enjoys activities such as gym workouts, squash, running, and a passion for poetry and literature. He actively participates in charity work related to scoliosis surgery in developing countries. His research interests focus on enhancing patient quality of life post-spinal surgery, minimally invasive techniques for scoliosis, and patient education. Mr Shafafy's dedication to advancing spinal surgery and improving outcomes underscores his commitment to providing high-quality care to his patients.

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