Mr Umberto Fazzi
Qualifications
MB ChB, FRCS (Tr & Orth)
GMC number: 3076998
Practising since: 1985
Specialties
Orthopaedic surgery
Sub-specialties: Elbow and Shoulder surgery
Consultation times
- Weekly Thursday PM
- Overview
About
Specialist in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery with over 35 years of expertise.
Mr Umberto Fazzi is a highly experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Glasgow, renowned for his specialist expertise in shoulder and elbow conditions. After qualifying from Glasgow University in 1985, he completed extensive training across all areas of orthopaedic surgery before being appointed Consultant at the Western Infirmary in 1988.
With more than three decades of clinical experience, Mr Fazzi has developed a focused practice dedicated to diagnosing and treating complex shoulder and elbow disorders using both open surgical techniques and advanced arthroscopic (keyhole) procedures.
Why patients choose Mr Fazzi
Patients searching for a shoulder specialist in Glasgow, an elbow surgeon, or an experienced orthopaedic consultant consistently choose Mr Fazzi for his:
- Decades of specialist surgical experience
- High success rates in shoulder and elbow procedures
- Personalised, patient‑focused approach
- Strong reputation across both NHS and private sectors
Please note: Mr Fazzi does not treat patients under 16 years old.
Special interests
Mr Fazzi is widely recognised for his expertise in shoulder and elbow surgery, offering evidence‑based treatments for a wide range of conditions, including:
- Rotator cuff tears
- Frozen shoulder
- Shoulder instability
- Shoulder arthritis
- Elbow injuries and degenerative conditions
His practice combines precision surgical skills with a patient‑centred approach, ensuring tailored treatment plans that prioritise mobility, function, and long‑term recovery.
Other interests
Mr Fazzi has a special interest in shoulder and elbow surgery combining both open and arthroscopic procedures.
Treatments and tests offered by Mr Umberto Fazzi at Nuffield Health
- Shoulder surgery (rotator cuff repair)
- Arthroscopy
- Shoulder manipulation
- Shoulder replacement
- Elbow surgery
Locations Mr Umberto Fazzi works with
Related experience
Memberships
- British Orthopaedic Association (BOA)
- British Elbow & Shoulder Society (BESS)
Other posts held
- Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Gartnavel General Hospital, Glasgow
Insurers Mr Umberto Fazzi works with
Mr Umberto Fazzi works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- AXA - Global Healthcare
- Benenden Health
- Bupa
- Health-on-Line
- InterGlobal
- Vitality Health (Pru Health)
- WPA
Declaration
Mr Umberto Fazzi does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Mr Umberto Fazzi does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.
Mr Umberto Fazzi does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.