Dr Paul Macnamara is a UK Board Certified Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with 25+ years’ experience trained in advanced techniques to allow quicker recovery from major surgery. He has a special interest in primary and revision knee replacement and hip replacement surgeries. He’s also an expert in the treatment of soft-tissue knee injuries such a meniscus tears and cruciate ligament injuries. Having worked in several tertiary hospitals across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, the UK and Saudi Arabia, Dr Paul Macnamara is considered one of the best hip replacement surgeons and best knee replacement surgeons in Dubai, UAE.
Dr Paul’s UK Orthopaedic training was based in London. He also worked at The Robert Jones Agnes Hunt Hospital, the UK’s largest joint replacement centre. Here he learnt techniques such as enhanced recovery protocols to enable patients to recover quicker from major surgery. Dr Paul also gathered additional fellowship training in Toronto Canada, performing primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasties as well as teaching fellow residents.
Dr Paul completed two further fellowships in a Military Hospital in Bogota Colombia and a British Orthopaedic Association Travelling fellowship to Shanghai and Beijing. During his training he has presented and published papers on a broad range of orthopedic subjects and has always taken a keen interest in teaching junior surgeons. He was awarded an Excellence in Teaching award for UAE University in 2017.
Reviews
On first seeing the X-ray of my knee Dr. Paul told me immediately that I would need to have a total knee replacement. He mentioned that injections, and other therapies would not work as unfortunately it was already severe, and though I would ultimately need to have the replacement done he would not push me into it. Fast forward 3 years and from the first revisit, to the day of surgery he made himself available to answer my many questions and worries. He explained all aspects of the surgery and aftercare, which put my mind at ease. I am now 2 weeks post surgery wishing I had taken the decision to do this earlier, I spent years in pain, and can now already walk pain free, the post surgery enhanced recovery of fast mobilization and in hospital physio, has sped up the healing process for me, the revisits post surgery and aftercare have been phenomenal. Would not hesitate to recommend him to other patients, he is knowledgeable, skilled and confident, while also maintaining a good sense of humour, humility and keeping his patient’s best interests in mind. Thank you so much!
10 years ago whilst resident in USA I was recommended to have knee replacement surgery, which at the time I put off. Fast forward to present day and here in Dubai I realised that due to deteriorating mobility the time had come for TKR operation. After some research of consultant orthopaedic surgeons here in Dubai one Dr stood out for me – Dr. Paul McNamara of Clemenceau Medical Centre. The scheduled appointment/ consultation was very reassuring. His experience, professionalism and dedication was so apparent and the clarity of detail he explained about all stages of the surgical procedure and the speed of the recovery process which was so refreshing and appreciated. Three weeks ago today, I underwent my operation by Dr. Paul. Shortly after leaving the theatre and transferred to the recovery unit Dr. Paul checked on me and had me moving / bending the new knee – incredible. Later in the afternoon he visited me in the ward room and had already arranged for the physio to commence with various leg exercises and also encouraged me to get out of bed to “walk with the aid of a zimmer” in the room. Dr. Paul advised to change the zimmer to elbow crutches. The day after the operation and under the guidance of the physiotherapist I was “walking” around the ward with the aid of a pair of crutches and in the afternoon managed to ascend and descend stairs in the hospital (using a single crutch). Two nights stay in CMC hospital and I was discharged to home. I would like to thank all of the staff of CMC who were so attentive to me during my brief stay there. Subsequent follow up visits to the clinic have again shown the dedication of attention by Dr Paul. Three weeks after surgery and I am walking without the need for crutches (haven’t used them for a week actually). Thanks to the skill, knowledge and enthusiasm of Dr. Paul I am now focused on regaining a better quality of life and am looking forward to extended walks, swimming and cycling that I have been unable to do for the past few years. Dr. Paul McNamara, a consummate professional – thank you
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Mladen Gradinski (Acme)
I had a hip replacement surgery just 10 days ago, which was done in 6 days after I have first appointment with dr. Paul. In my country I would wait 3 months just for the first appointment with the orthopedist and about 2 years for the surgery.The surgery was not a usual one, because of my DVT and cancer history. So I would also give all my credit to the whole surgery team including the anesthesiologist dr. Nauras Idriss.Now after 10 days I have no pains and I can walk with one crutch only. I am sure that my recovery will be fast and successful in the next weeks too.
Knee replacement done by Dr Paul Macnamara.My mother had been suffering from severe bone on bone knee arthritis for a couple of years. We sought consultations at multiple hospitals in Sharjah and Dubai, but none left us confident in the quality of the procedure being offered. There was always a lot of ambiguity around how the procedure works out, whether the end result would be positive or not. However, our meeting with Dr. Paul Macnamara at Clemenceau Medical Centre assured us that our mother would receive top-notch care in his hands. He explained the procedure with utmosts clarity and there was no ambiguity left in our minds about anything related to the knee replacement procedure. His guidance pre and post operation is exceptional. It’s been six weeks today since the surgery, and my mom is already walking pain-free. She can easily get in and out of the car, walk the stairs , does her exercise pain-free (feels like a miracle) Her irritable cranky mood due to constant pain and poor sleeping is vanished. She is more than happy ,her life quality has improved so much and we can only thank Dr Paul Macnamara for his expertise. We have met several doctors over the years and have rarely met one so dedicated to his patient’s well being. We will forever be thankful to him.
My husband had a hip replacement in CMC carried out by Dr Paul McNamara in July 2023. Today we had his assessment with Dr McNamara and just as we expected everything was perfect. His treatment from the initial meeting with Dr McNamara through until today has been first class. Every person from valet through to Dr McNamara treated him with the utmost respect. Myself and our family were also accorded the same respect. We would have no hesitation in recommending CMC and Mr McNamara is, without doubt, a Surgeon of the highest quality.