Michael Shanahan

Mr Michael Shanahan is a highly experienced Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 25 years of expertise. He received his training in Bristol and Sheffield, and in 1989, he completed his Pulvertaft Hand Fellowship. Serving as a consultant at Ipswich Hospital since 1996, Mr Shanahan holds NHS posts at the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust. Specialising in hand and wrist surgery, his qualifications include an MBChB from Bristol in 1977 and an FRCS in 1982 in England. With a focus on hand and wrist procedures, Mr Shanahan's sub-specialties encompass various upper limb disorders, arthroscopy, and conditions such as carpal tunnel, mucoid cysts, and ganglions. His interests extend to performing procedures like Dupytrens, Scaphoid Fixation, Needle Fasciotomy, and Dermofascieotomy / Z plasty. Moreover, his dedication to improving patients' upper limb health is evident in his years of service and numerous successful interventions in this domain. Beyond his medical commitments, Mr Shanahan's interests lie in enhancing the quality of life for individuals through his surgical expertise. His focus on hand surgery, upper limb disorders, and arthroscopic techniques showcases his commitment to providing comprehensive care and innovative solutions for his patients' needs.