Professor Jitendra Mangwani
Qualifications
MBBS (Gold Medal), MS (Orth), FRCS (Tr & Orth)
GMC number: 5205970
Practising since: 1993
Specialties
Orthopaedic surgery
Consultation times
- Tuesday PM
- Overview
About
Professor Jitendra Mangwani is highly qualified fellowship-trained expert in all problems relating to the foot and ankle and he has a busy NHS and private practice in the East Midlands and surrounding areas. He specialises in foot and ankle problems, including bunions/hallux valgus, big toe arthritis, complex deformity corrections, arthritis surgery, fusion (arthrodesis) and joint replacement – predominantly big toe joint and ankle replacement.
Prof Mangwani regularly sees and treats patients with sports-related foot and ankle conditions such as Achilles tendon disorders, plantar fasciitis, stress fractures, ankle instability and shin splints. He uses modern techniques including keyhole surgery such as arthroscopy, and non-invasive techniques such as shockwave therapy whenever appropriate.
Prof Mangwani has performed hundreds of hallux valgus (bunion) operations and many other foot and ankle procedures in both the NHS and private practice. These include fusion (arthrodesis) of foot and ankle joints, tendon and ligament repairs and reconstructions, deformity correction procedures, cartilage repairs and joint replacements.
In addition to his clinical work, Prof Mangwani is a key figure in orthopaedic education and research. He serves as the Honorary Secretary of the British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (BOFAS), where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the direction of foot and ankle surgery in the UK, having previously chaired the Scientific Committee for BOFAS, he held the James Lind Alliance Priority Setting Partnership, identifying the top 10 research priorities in foot and ankle conditions. His leadership extends to the British Indian Orthopaedic Society, where he chairs the research committee.
Prof Mangwani offers treatment for the following conditions:
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
- Arthritis (Ankle)
- Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
- Neuromas
- Peroneal Tendinopathy
- Achilles Tendon Problems
- Sports Injuries
- Ankle Sprain
- Hallux Limitus or Hallux Rigidus
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Hammer Toes
- Arthritis (Foot)
- Claw Toes
- Ankle Ligament Injury
- Ankle Tendonitis
- Ankle Fractures
- Foot Drop
- Foot Fractures
- Toe Fractures
- Turf Toe (Toe Sprain)
- Stress Fractures
- Tibia Fractures
- Flat Feet
- Anterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome
- Foot Pain
- Foot Sprains
- Corns
- Heel Bumps
- Mallet Toes
- Morton's Neuroma
- Ankle Joint Fusion
- Bunionectomy
- Tendon Repair
- Arthroscopy
- Ankle Replacement
- Hammertoe Correction
- Cheilectomy
- Excision of Mortons Neuromas
- Bunionette Deformity Correction
- Mallet Toe Correction
- Bunion (Hallux Valgus) Correction
- Partial Nail Removal
- Claw Toe Correction
- Flatfoot Correction
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
- Minimally Invasive Foot & Ankle Surgery
- Cartiva Implant (Big Toe Joint Replacement)
- Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
- Ankle Arthroscopy
- Excision of Soft Tissue Masses
- Joint Injection
- Limb Salvage Surgery.
Other interests
Prof Mangwani very keen on academics including research, audit and teaching and am actively involved in both undergraduate and postgraduate medical education.
He is regularly invited as a faculty member to national and international courses and conferences. He has been chosen as an 'academic champion' by University of Leicester and been conferred the title of an honorary fellow. He is a chief investigator for studies on ankle fractures and Achilles tendon and am Principal Investigator for a number of multi-centre studies.
Treatments and tests offered by Professor Jitendra Mangwani at Nuffield Health
- Toe surgery
- Bunion surgery (bunionectomy)
- Foot and ankle surgery
- Ankle arthroscopy
- Ankle fusion
Locations Professor Jitendra Mangwani works with
Related experience
Research
Prof Mangwani is committed to advancing medical research, particularly in foot and ankle surgery. He is the Chief Investigator for numerous outcome studies focusing on ankle fractures, Achilles tendon injuries, Morton's neuroma, and other related conditions.
His involvement in multi-centre national studies has contributed significantly to shaping best practices in foot and ankle care. He has been recognised for his contributions to research with several prestigious national and international awards, including the European Foot and Ankle Society's Presidential Award.
Prof Mangwani’s research and clinical expertise is widely recognised through my prolific publications. He has authored over 90 articles in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and contributed to major textbooks, including the AO Manual of Fracture Management, focusing on foot and ankle trauma.
As Editor-in-Chief of the BOFAS Bulletin, Foot Print, and Deputy Editor of the Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma, he continues to shape the future of orthopaedic literature. He also serves on the editorial boards of several esteemed orthopaedic journals.
Other posts held
- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Insurers Professor Jitendra Mangwani works with
Professor Jitendra Mangwani works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- AXA - Global Healthcare
- Benenden Health
- Bupa
- Bupa On Demand
- Cigna
- CS Healthcare
- Exeter Family Friendly
- PHC
- Simplyhealth
- Vitality Health (Pru Health)
- WPA
Declaration
Professor Jitendra Mangwani does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Professor Jitendra Mangwani has the following interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital:
Professor Jitendra Mangwani owns 100% of a Shockwave Therapy machine which is located at Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital
Professor Jitendra Mangwani does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.