LMS, FEBOT, PhD
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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21 years of experience
London, SE1 2PR
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Mr Francesc Malagelada is a highly respected Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon based at the Royal London Hospital, the largest Trauma Centre in the UK. He has a special interest in foot and ankle surgery and treats common conditions such as bunions, sports injuries, ligament damage, tendon issues, as well as complex conditions that require reconstruction surgery. Mr Malagelada takes a patient-centric approach to care and offers both surgical and non-surgical options to adapt to each patient's lifestyle.
Mr Malagelada studied medicine at the University of Barcelona in 2005 before training in orthopaedics at a number of institutions including The Royal London and the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital. He completed a one-year fellowship at the Windsor Foot and Ankle Unit, where he gained foot and ankle expertise. He was also awarded the ESSKA-AFAS international fellowship by the European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy. In addition, he has membership of a number of societies, including the British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, the European Foot and Ankle Society, and the General Medical Council.
Mr Malagelada is actively involved in research; he has more than 55 peer-reviewed publications in scientific journals, and he has made contributions to a number of orthopaedic textbooks. He also holds a PhD in minimally invasive surgery (MIS) of the foot and has researched extensively in the field of arthroscopy and MIS to obtain faster recovery times. Additionally, he has lectured and organised courses to teach these advanced techniques.
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General Medical Council
No. 7241639
Universitat de Barcelona
Medicine
Graduated 2005
Qualifications
Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (FEBOT) European Federation of Orthopaedics and Traumatology 2013
Licentiate in Medicine and Surgery (LMS) University of Barcelona 2005
Additional training
Senior Foot and Ankle Fellowship - Windsor BOFAS Accredited (British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society) 2017
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The Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel Rd, Whitech, London, United Kingdom, E1 1BB
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Mr Francesc Malagelada provides professional care, clear explanations, and a kind approach to his patients. His expertise in foot and ankle surgery is evident; many patients achieve excellent outcomes following procedures like bunion correction, ankle ligament reconstruction, and various keyhole surgeries, reporting smooth recoveries and relief from pain. He ensures patients are well-informed through thorough assessments and detailed treatment plans, exploring non-surgical options such as steroid injections and physiotherapy referrals prior to surgical intervention. The positive feedback highlights his effective treatment of sports injuries, foot pain, ankle sprains, and successful foot and ankle surgeries.
The doctor was very professional at diagnosis and gave a clear instructions on my injury.
Mr Malagelada is kind, caring and courteous. I valued his expertise and reassuring approach.
I had a great experience with dr Malagelada who treated my ankle pain. He is very professional and personable at the same time.
Without hesitation, I would recommend Francesc Malagelada to anyone. He was extremely kind and patient, and conducted a truly holistic assessment. He took a genuine interest in me as a patient, carefully considering my lifestyle and the wider factors influencing my injury. His approach was driven by genuine care and expertise, rather than simply checking boxes, which made the experience both reassuring and highly professional.
Very attentive to my concerns and provides valuable and realistic advice. Great patient care.
Dr Francesc was highly professional, with clear explanations and empathic attitude.
I cannot recommend Mr Malagelada highly enough. From the initial consultation through to surgery and recovery, his care and professionalism were exceptional. I underwent bunion surgery with an excellent outcome — the correction is outstanding, recovery was smooth, and the final result exceeded my expectations both functionally and aesthetically. My foot is now pain-free and feels completely transformed. Mr Malagelada is highly skilled, calm and reassuring, and took great care to explain every step of the process. I am extremely grateful and would recommend him without hesitation.
Dr Malagelada was kind, attentive and helpful. He not only assessed me but made sure that I understood my potential treatment options very clearly. I had a positive experience.
Mu experience was fantastic from start to finish. A knowledgeable doctor, clear explanations, excellent outcomes. I always felt listenef to and got offered the best care. Back to running after a keyhole bunion surgery and I can't thank Dr Malagelada enough
Without a doubt, his patient care is outstanding.
28 Jan 2026Mr Nahor Garcia
PhysiotherapistDr Richard Shaffer
OncologistMr Malagelada is highly skilled, meticulous, and deeply knowledgeable across the full spectrum of lower limb conditions. He combines excellent technical ability with clear clinical judgement, always placing patient safety and outcomes at the centre of his decision-making. His approach is thoughtful, evidence-based, and tailored to each individual patient.I would have no hesitation in recommending Mr Malagelada to patients, colleagues, or family members seeking expert care of the highest standard.
22 Dec 2025Mr Ahmed-Ramadan Sadek
NeurosurgeonWell regarded and skilled in his field a good opinion
22 Dec 2025Mr Giles Davies
General SurgeonWhat are Mr Francesc Malagelada's reviews like?
Mr Francesc Malagelada's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 274 reviews.
What languages does Mr Francesc Malagelada speak?
Mr Francesc Malagelada speaks English, Catalan and Spanish
Where is Mr Francesc Malagelada located?
Mr Francesc Malagelada primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital, located at 27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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Mr Francesc Malagelada is working Monday (10:30 - 12:30, 13:00 - 14:00), Tuesday (11:30 - 12:30), Friday (11:30 - 12:00)
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