Professor Amjad Shad

Professor Amjad Shad is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spinal Surgeon practicing at Nuffield Health Warwickshire Hospital in Leamington Spa. With over 20 years of experience, he is a leading expert in treating complex spinal conditions and brain disorders for patients across Coventry, Warwick, Kenilworth, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the wider West Midlands.

Professor Shad is globally renowned for his pioneering work in minimally invasive spine surgery. He developed a revolutionary surgical technique for cervical disc problems, providing a safer, more effective alternative to traditional methods. By eliminating the need for hip bone grafts, this innovation significantly reduces patient discomfort and accelerates recovery times, allowing patients to return to their daily lives faster. 

Specialist Spinal & Neurosurgical Treatments

Professor Shad’s clinical practice covers a comprehensive range of spinal and neurological treatments. He specialises in both cervical (neck) and lumbar (back) pathologies, offering advanced solutions for chronic pain and degenerative diseases to patients in the Warwickshire region.

His areas of surgical expertise include:

• Back and Neck Pain Management: Specialist assessment for persistent spine-related pain.
• Sciatica & Leg Pain: Expert relief for nerve compression and disc herniation.
• Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery (MISS): Keyhole techniques for smaller incisions and rapid healing.
• Complex Spinal Surgery: Including spinal decompression, laminectomy, and microdiscectomy.
• Brain & Pituitary Tumours: Advanced neurosurgical care for skull base disorders.
• Disc Replacement Surgery: Motion-preserving alternatives to spinal fusion.

Innovation and Excellence

Since 2004, Professor Shad has served as a Consultant Neurosurgeon at the University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust. In 2012, he established the Coventry Brain and Spine Service, a dedicated platform providing patients with modern, evidence-based approaches to spinal health.

Throughout his career, Professor Shad has been at the forefront of medical breakthroughs. He was one of the first surgeons in the region to successfully remove a brain tumour through a patient’s nose using endoscopic techniques and has successfully treated rare conditions like Tarlov cysts using pin-hole surgery.

Expert Consultation

Whether you are seeking a consultation for slipped discs, scoliosis, or complex neurosurgery, Professor Amjad Shad provides a patient-centred approach. Serving the communities of Leamington Spa, Coventry, Warwickshire and the surrounding areas, he ensures that the most advanced and least invasive treatments are prioritised for your recovery.