Dr Shams Amir
Consultant Orthopaedic, Hand & Microsurgeon
Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur
Dr Shams is a skilled and compassionate orthopaedic hand surgeon who is dedicated to providing the best care to his patients. He stays up to date with the latest advancements in his field and has a good reputation among colleagues and patients.
ABOUT ME
I am an Orthopaedic Hand Microsurgeon who is passionate and emphatic about patient care, while also being interested in using technology to improve healthcare and productivity.
I prioritize understanding and addressing patient needs and constantly seek innovative ways to enhance my practise.
MY PROCEDURES
I perform surgeries under both wide awake surgery (WALANT surgery) and also general/ regional anaesthesia.
The following are some of the common conditions I treat:.
NERVE
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Any nerve injuries (acute, subacute, chronic)
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Recurrent/ recalcitrant carpal tunnel syndrome
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Any suspected upper limb nerve entrapment
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TENDON
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Complex trigger finger: recalcitrant trigger finger, multiple trigger finger + - flexion contracture PIPJ
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Tendon injuries (acute, chronic)
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BONE/ JOINT
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Acute fractures of upper limb (fingers, hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, arm, shoulder, clavicle
- Acute/ chronic dislocation of hand & wrist
- Malunited upper limb fractures
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DEFORMITIES OF UPPER LIMB
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Congenital: syndactyly, duplicate thumb
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Acquired: fracture malunion
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Chronic pain in the hand/ upper limb (e.g. CRPS, etc)
Upper limb spasticity secondary to trauma, stroke, etc.
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