Mr. Rumian is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing exclusively in the treatment of patients with problems of the shoulder and elbow. This includes the whole spectrum of modern minimally invasive, keyhole and arthroscopic techniques, shoulder and elbow replacements, joint resurfacing procedures, revision surgery, and complex reconstruction. His overriding aim is to provide a caring, professional service, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment to all who consult him, in conjunction with a dedicated team of physiotherapists, radiologists, nurses, and other health professionals.
He was a scholarship pupil at St Paul's School in London, studied medicine at Cambridge University (Queens' College), and completed his clinical training at Imperial School of Medicine, qualifying as a doctor in 1998. His specialist training in Trauma and Orthopaedic surgery was on the highly regarded North-West Thames rotation in London, followed by extensive training in shoulder and elbow surgery and reconstruction. He was selected for a prestigious year-long advanced training fellowship working with one of the world's leading surgeons, Professor Pascal Boileau, in Nice, France.
He has been a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at the East and North Hertfordshire Trust since January 2011, based at the Lister Hospital in Stevenage and Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Welwyn Garden City. He is the Deputy Clinical Director for Trauma and Orthopaedics and has been recognized with Clinical Excellence Awards. His private practice is based at the One Hatfield Hospital, Hatfield and Pinehill Hospital, Hitchin.
In addition to his clinical practice, Mr. Rumian has published several research papers, presented his work at numerous national and international conferences, and has been awarded an MD Higher Research degree from the University of London for his work on tendon biology. He is also responsible for teaching higher surgical trainees surgery about shoulder and elbow disorders and is a faculty member and lecturer on international courses held to teach advanced surgical techniques and shoulder replacement surgery.
Diseases, Medical Tests and TreatmentsSubacromial decompression
Labral repair
Biceps tenodesis
Distal biceps repair
Reverse shoulder replacement
Tennis elbow release
AC Joint Reconstruction
Clavicle fixation after fracture
Elbow Replacement
Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Repair
Shoulder Stabilisation
Video Consultation
Shoulder Arthroscopy
ulnar nerve release
Shoulder conditions treated include: sports injuries, frozen shoulder, rotator cuff tears, subacromial impingement, bursitis, calcific tendonitis, biceps tendon disorders, shoulder joint dislocations and instability, labral tears, SLAP lesions, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fractures and traumatic injuries, clavicle injuries, acromio-clavicular joint (ACJ) disruptions, ACJ arthritis.
Elbow conditions treated include: tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis), ulnar nerve entrapment and neuropathy (cubital tunnel syndrome), fractures and dislocations, instability, ligament injuries, biceps tendon ruptures, loose bodies, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis.
Trauma conditions treated include: shoulder fractures and dislocations, clavicle fractures, acromioclavicular joint injuries, fractures of the humerus, elbow fractures and dislocations.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Adam Rumian