Mr Mustafa Rashid

Dr. Mustafa Rashid is a dual board-certified (British and European), award-winning consultant specialising exclusively in shoulder surgery. With international expertise and a patient-centred approach, he focuses on relieving shoulder pain and restoring function through advanced shoulder arthroscopy (keyhole surgery) and complex reconstructive procedures.

Expertise in Diagnosing Shoulder & Arm Pain

Many patients visit Dr. Rashid when experiencing persistent pain in the shoulder, which can often manifest as shoulder blade pain, shoulder neck pain, or radiating shoulder and arm pain. He specialises in identifying the exact cause of these symptoms—whether they are related to sports injuries, age-related wear, or trauma—to provide a clear path to recovery.

His specialist clinical interests include:

• Rotator Cuff Surgery: Expert repair of tendon tears and injuries using the latest techniques.

• Shoulder Arthroscopy: Minimally invasive keyhole surgery for various conditions.

• Total Shoulder Replacement Surgery: Including anatomical and reverse replacements for advanced arthritis.

• Shoulder Impingement & Bursitis: Targeted treatments to alleviate inflammation and "catching" in the joint.

• Shoulder Stabilisation: Including Bankart labral repairs for dislocations.

• Trauma & Fractures: Surgical fixation for shoulder and collarbone (clavicle) injuries.

A Philosophy of Excellence and Care

Dr. Rashid prioritises non-surgical management where possible, using surgery as a precision tool when conservative measures are exhausted. He works closely with leading rehabilitation specialists to ensure that every patient—whether undergoing rotator cuff surgery or treatment for bursitis—receives a bespoke recovery plan to prevent re-injury and return to daily activities.

He remains at the leading edge of his field, visiting global centres of excellence annually to ensure his patients in the UK benefit from the most holistic and advanced orthopaedic care available.

Academic background

Dr. Rashid’s prestigious training background includes world-leading centres in Oxford, London, Calgary, and Wrightington. He holds a DPhil (PhD) from the University of Oxford for his award-winning research on augmenting rotator cuff surgery.

He is currently a Consultant at Colchester General Hospital, based at the newly built Dame Claire Marx Building, and is a frequent speaker at international conferences on shoulder surgery.