Mr Alireza Shoakazemi
Consultant Neurosurgeon
MD, FRCS(SN)
Specialises in
- Brain tumours
- Pituitary conditions
- Acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma)
- Trigeminal neuralgia
- Degenerative spine disease
I am a UK-trained consultant neurosurgeon with a specialist practice in cranial neurosurgery. My training has taken me through leading neurosurgical centres internationally, including a prestigious fellowship in North America and an advanced skull base fellowship in Manchester. These experiences have enabled me to develop expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of complex neurological conditions while maintaining a strong focus on individualised, patient-centred care.
I currently work as a substantive consultant neurosurgeon at Queen’s Hospital, where I am an active member of both the Skull Base Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) and the Neuro-Oncology MDT. Working closely with specialists from different disciplines allows me to contribute to collaborative treatment planning and ensure patients benefit from the latest approaches in neurosurgical care.
My clinical practice is dedicated to cranial neurosurgery, with particular expertise in the management of brain tumours, skull base conditions, endoscopic pituitary surgery, vestibular schwannoma and trigeminal neuralgia. I treat a wide range of cranial disorders, from minimally invasive endoscopic procedures to more complex skull base operations that require multidisciplinary care.
I also perform Gamma Knife Radiosurgery for patients with brain tumours. This highly targeted treatment uses focused radiation to treat certain brain conditions without the need for traditional surgery.
Alongside my cranial neurosurgical practice, I provide assessment and treatment for patients with degenerative spine conditions, including back pain, disc disease and related spinal disorders. I believe in tailoring treatment plans to each individual, using evidence-based approaches to help patients make informed decisions about their care.
As a committed academic clinician, I have published extensively in peer-reviewed neurosurgical journals. My research focuses on cranial neurosurgery, skull base pathology and tumour management, reflecting my ongoing interest in advancing knowledge and supporting the development of modern neurosurgical techniques.
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr Alireza Shoakazemi at Spire include:
Neurosurgery
- Carpal tunnel syndrome surgery
- Neuralgia (nerve pain) treatment
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Additional information
Qualification and professional memberships
M.D. / Azad University, Tehran, Iran / 2005
Doctor of Medicine
MRCS / Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, United Kingdom / 2008
Membership of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons
ECFMG / American Licensure exam / 2013
Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates
FRCS (Neurosurg) / Fellowship of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons / 2014
Fellowship of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons in Neurosurgery
Professional memberships
Executive Council Officer and Council Member: British Skull Base Society, UK
British Medical Association (BMA), UK.
Society of British Neurological Surgeons (SBNS), UK.
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK
Professional leadership
Module Lead for Neuroscience: Queen Mary University of London (QMUL)
Lead for Undergraduate Medical Education in Neurosurgery: QMUL and BHRUT( Reader in Medical Education)
Local Education Lead in Neurosurgery: Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospital
Executive Council Officer for British Skull Base Society
Research and publications
Media Coverage
Current NHS posts
Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospital
Queen’s Hospital, Romford.
Contact information
| Website | www.mralirezashoakazemi.co.uk |
| Private secretary | Miss Hafsa Ahmad |
| Private secretary telephone | 07943 128 441 |
| Private secretary email | shoakazemi.pa@outlook.com |