Prof. Lennard Funk, Consultant Shoulder Surgeon

Prof. Lennard Funk

Consultant Shoulder Surgeon

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Prof. Lennard Funk MBBCh BSc (Sports Physiol) MSc. (Engin) FRCS(Tr&Orth) FFSEM(UK)

Consultant Shoulder Surgeon

MBBCh BSc (Sports Physiol) MSc. (Engin) FRCS(Tr&Orth) FFSEM(UK)

Prof. Lennard Funk

Consultant Shoulder Surgeon MBBCh BSc (Sports Physiol) MSc. (Engin) FRCS(Tr&Orth) FFSEM(UK)

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MBBCh BSc (Sports Physiol) MSc. (Engin) FRCS(Tr&Orth) FFSEM(UK)
Prof. Lennard Funk, Orthopaedic Surgeon

Prof. Funk is a recommended Consultant Shoulder Surgeon

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Areas of expertise

  • Sports injuries
  • Shoulder dislocations & instability
  • Rotator cuff
  • AC joint
  • Complex soft tissue surgery
  • Non-operative management of shoulder pain
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Recommendations for Prof. Funk

These recommendations are for information purposes only. Doctors providing recommendations do so in good faith and are not responsible for clinical outcomes.

18 Specialists
2 AHPs
3 Patients

Recommended by:

  • Dr Aoiffe Kilcommons, Consultant Clinical Psychologist

    by Dr Aoiffe Kilcommons, Consultant Clinical Psychologist

    ❝I have had the privilege of working alongside Professor Len Funk for over 15 years, and it remains an honour to collaborate with a clinician of his standing and expertise. Professor Funk is widely regarded as one of the UK's leading and most respected shoulder surgeons. What distinguishes him is not only his technical excellence, but the breadth of his clinical perspective. He brings a sophisticated, multidisciplinary approach to patient care—integrating surgical precision with a clear understanding of rehabilitation, performance, and long-term recovery. As a Clinical Psychologist, I particularly value that he is psychologically minded. He considers the emotional and mental factors influencing a patient's presentation and recognises that optimal outcomes are achieved by addressing the whole person—supporting confidence, resilience, and recovery alongside physical healing. Working alongside him at The Wilmslow Hospital, I have seen first-hand the impact of this approach. Patients receive not only world-class surgical care, but thoughtful, compassionate support throughout their recovery. I would recommend Professor Funk without hesitation. He represents a rare combination of surgical excellence, clinical insight, and genuinely holistic care.❞

  • by Ms Kate Johnston, Chief Nursing Officer

    ❝I have had the pleasure of working with Professor Funk for a number of years and would highly recommend him as a shoulder surgeon. Throughout this time, I have consistently found him to be caring, responsive, and deeply committed to delivering the highest standard of patient care. He always places his patients at the centre of his practice, ensuring that their needs and concerns are listened to and addressed with genuine compassion. He is highly regarded as an expert in his field, with excellent clinical judgement and technical skill. His professionalism and dedication make him a valued colleague and a trusted clinician. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to my own family and friends, which I believe speaks to the confidence I have in his abilities and approach to care❞

  • Dr Tara Kearney, Consultant Endocrinologist

    byDr Tara Kearney, Consultant Endocrinologist

    ❝As a Medical Doctor working closely with Professor Funk for a long time at The Wilmslow Hospital, I would have absolutely no hesitation about recommending him. His proven track reckons speaks for itself; his results are oustanding and his care is exceptional. I have also had the opportunity to be his patient on several occasions and in person, as a patient, it is clear that Prof. Funk is a man who is genuinely concerned for your health, putting your needs first, and delivers excellent care in a timely and efficient manner.❞

  • Mr Edward Gee, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

    byMr Edward Gee, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

    ❝It's my pleasure to have worked with Len Funk for the past six years and have also experienced his care as a patient myself. Professor Funk is widely regarded as one of the leading shoulder surgeons in orthopaedics internationally. He is professional, decisive, direct, and consistently calming in his approach. As a colleague, he is highly effective, and achieves outstanding results. I regularly recommend patients to him with complete confidence and would recommend him without reservation.❞

  • Mr Andrea Marando, Consultant Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon

    byMr Andrea Marando, Consultant Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon

    ❝I have worked closely with Len Funk for a long time and have always been impressed by his professionalism, surgical skill, and dedication to patient care. He combines excellent clinical judgement with a kind and reassuring manner, which is exactly what patients need when placing their trust in a surgeon. I have recommended, and will continue to recommend, him to my own family and friends. He is a highly respected colleague, and it is a real pleasure to work alongside him.❞

  • Mr Neil Jain, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

    byMr Neil Jain, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

    ❝Prof. Funk is someone I've worked closely with at the Wilmslow for a number of years. He provides an excellent service to their patients, with clinical skills and bedside manner to match, always putting the patient first. I'd be very confident sending my family and friends to Prof. Funk, as he is truly a world leading expert in his field. I'm honoured to be working closely with Len as well, and I am truly grateful for his ongoing mentorship.❞

  • Mr Richard Johnson, Consultant Reconstructive & Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon

    byMr Richard Johnson, Consultant Reconstructive & Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon

    ❝Len is a giant in the orthopaedic world. He is thoughtful, measured quietly confident and highly professional. He is an experienced upper limb surgeon offering complex surgery to his patients including elite professional sportsmen and women. His bedside manner is relaxed and leads a great team whom all help to provide a high quality end to end service. I would recommend Len without hesitation❞

  • Prof. Pietro D'Urso, Consultant Neurosurgeon

    byProf. Pietro D'Urso, Consultant Neurosurgeon

    ❝Professor Len Funk is an exceptional shoulder surgeon, a fantastic colleague, and truly outstanding with patients. His surgical expertise is matched by his professionalism, compassion, and dedication to delivering the highest standard of care. He is highly respected by colleagues and deeply valued by patients. I would recommend him without hesitation to my own family and friends.❞

  • Mr Mike Walton, Consultant Shoulder & Trauma Surgeon

    byMr Mike Walton, Consultant Shoulder & Trauma Surgeon

    ❝Prof. Funk is an internationally recognised specialist in shoulder surgery. It has been my pleasure to work closely with him for over 15 years. He has outstanding clinical and surgical skills and excellent bedside manner. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any of my friends and family in fact when I needed surgery he was the only choice to operate on my shoulder!❞

  • Dr Mahshid Nickkho-Amiry, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

    byDr Mahshid Nickkho-Amiry, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

    ❝I have had the pleasure of working with Professor Funk at The Wilmslow Hospital. He is an outstanding clinician, who has an excellent approach to patients. He is meticulous in the care he provides and ensures his patients receive the best care. It is an honour to work with him and I would be very happy to see him as patient or have him care for my family and friends.❞

  • Mr Reza Nassab, Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon

    byMr Reza Nassab, Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon

    ❝I have worked alongside Prof. Funk at Wilmslow Hospital for a number of years. He has an excellent reputation in the region and internationally. We have shared a number of patients who have expressed great confidence and outcomes received from Prof. Funk. I would highly recommend him for anyone requiring an upper limb surgeon.❞

  • Mr Raj Bhalla, Consultant Rhinologist & Endoscopic Skull Base Surgeon

    byMr Raj Bhalla, Consultant Rhinologist & Endoscopic Skull Base Surgeon

    ❝Professor Len Funk is someone I've worked closely with at the Wilmslow hospital for a long time. He provides an excellent service to his patients, with clinical skills and bedside manner to match. I'd be very happy to send my family and friends to Professor Funk for exemplary care. I am very happy to recommend Len Funk.❞

  • Dr Nora O'Donoghue, Consultant Dermatologist

    byDr Nora O'Donoghue, Consultant Dermatologist

    ❝I have worked with Professor Funk as a colleague at the Wilmslow hospital for a number of years and have no hesitation at all in recommending him and referring my patients and family to him. All the reports I have heard and my own experience is of excellent care and a kind friendly manner, a delightful colleague.❞

  • Dr Leon Creaney, Consultant in Sport & Exercise Medicine

    byDr Leon Creaney, Consultant in Sport & Exercise Medicine

    ❝Prof. Len Funk is one of the world's leading shoulder surgeons, and an opinion leader in the UK. I have worked alongside him since 2013 and have found him to be a most reliable opinion for shoulder cases, including complex cases which other surgeons may want to pass on to a higher authority.❞

  • Prof. Simon Lloyd, Consultant ENT Surgeon

    byProf. Simon Lloyd, Consultant ENT Surgeon

    ❝I have known Professor Funk for more than 10 years and I couldn't recommend him more highly for upper limb orthopaedic problems. He is one of the UK's leading experts in the field with a first class reputation not just for his clinical acumen but for his excellent interpersonal skills.❞

  • Prof. Simon Williams, Consultant Cardiologist

    byProf. Simon Williams, Consultant Cardiologist

    ❝Len Funk is one of the top shoulder surgeons in the country and has a wealth of clinical expertise and experience to provide his patients with the best possible care. I have worked with him For many years and would recommend his care to all my patients and any of my friends and family❞

  • Dr Bevin Rose McCartan, Sport & Exercise Medicine Specialist

    byDr Bevin Rose McCartan, Sport & Exercise Medicine Specialist

    ❝Prof. Len Funk is a vastly experienced surgeon who is trusted nationally by both colleagues, medical professionals and athletes to treat their shoulder issues. He is a very good diagnostician and communicator and a colleague who I rely on and readily refer to.❞

  • Prof. Vaibhav Modgil, Consultant Urological Surgeon and Andrologist

    byProf. Vaibhav Modgil, Consultant Urological Surgeon and Andrologist

    ❝Prof. Funk is not only a world renowned expert, but also a warm and compassionate surgeon who couldn't do more for his patients. I have had the pleasure of being looked after him, and couldn't have asked for more.❞

  • Mr Stephen Bromage, Consultant Urological Surgeon

    byMr Stephen Bromage, Consultant Urological Surgeon

    ❝Prof. Len Funk is a a top expert in his field and well respected nationally and internationally. He is approachable and personable and I would highly recommend him. It is a pleasure to work alongside him.❞

  • Dr Stephanie Ogden, Consultant Dermatologist

    byDr Stephanie Ogden, Consultant Dermatologist

    ❝Professor Funk is an experienced surgeon who I would not hesitate to recommend. I have been fortunate to work alongside him at the Wilmslow Hospital for a number of years.❞

  • by LT

    ❝I cannot recommend Prof. Len Funk highly enough. He is absolutely superb! So knowledgeable and so generous with his time and advice and it is clear that the patient's best interests are at the heart of every piece of advice given. I have recommended several friends and family for shoulder surgery with Prof. Funk and the feedback from all has been absolutely superb.❞

  • by CT

    ❝I have been really impressed by the speed at which you were able to fit me into the clinic, the fact that the consultations and scans happened during the same visit, and the quick turnaround time for all the documentation. A big thank you to you and the team!❞

  • by NO

    ❝I am incredibly grateful to have been seen so quickly and to have had such a great response to treatment, as my pain melted away and I have been able to sleep properly again.❞

  • Dr Tara Kearney, Consultant Endocrinologist

    byDr Tara Kearney, Consultant Endocrinologist

    ❝As a Medical Doctor working closely with Professor Funk for a long time at The Wilmslow Hospital, I would have absolutely no hesitation about recommending him. His proven track reckons speaks for itself; his results are oustanding and his care is exceptional. I have also had the opportunity to be his patient on several occasions and in person, as a patient, it is clear that Prof. Funk is a man who is genuinely concerned for your health, putting your needs first, and delivers excellent care in a timely and efficient manner.❞

  • Mr Edward Gee, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

    byMr Edward Gee, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

    ❝It's my pleasure to have worked with Len Funk for the past six years and have also experienced his care as a patient myself. Professor Funk is widely regarded as one of the leading shoulder surgeons in orthopaedics internationally. He is professional, decisive, direct, and consistently calming in his approach. As a colleague, he is highly effective, and achieves outstanding results. I regularly recommend patients to him with complete confidence and would recommend him without reservation.❞

  • Mr Andrea Marando, Consultant Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon

    byMr Andrea Marando, Consultant Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon

    ❝I have worked closely with Len Funk for a long time and have always been impressed by his professionalism, surgical skill, and dedication to patient care. He combines excellent clinical judgement with a kind and reassuring manner, which is exactly what patients need when placing their trust in a surgeon. I have recommended, and will continue to recommend, him to my own family and friends. He is a highly respected colleague, and it is a real pleasure to work alongside him.❞

  • Mr Neil Jain, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

    byMr Neil Jain, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

    ❝Prof. Funk is someone I've worked closely with at the Wilmslow for a number of years. He provides an excellent service to their patients, with clinical skills and bedside manner to match, always putting the patient first. I'd be very confident sending my family and friends to Prof. Funk, as he is truly a world leading expert in his field. I'm honoured to be working closely with Len as well, and I am truly grateful for his ongoing mentorship.❞

  • Mr Richard Johnson, Consultant Reconstructive & Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon

    byMr Richard Johnson, Consultant Reconstructive & Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon

    ❝Len is a giant in the orthopaedic world. He is thoughtful, measured quietly confident and highly professional. He is an experienced upper limb surgeon offering complex surgery to his patients including elite professional sportsmen and women. His bedside manner is relaxed and leads a great team whom all help to provide a high quality end to end service. I would recommend Len without hesitation❞

  • Prof. Pietro D'Urso, Consultant Neurosurgeon

    byProf. Pietro D'Urso, Consultant Neurosurgeon

    ❝Professor Len Funk is an exceptional shoulder surgeon, a fantastic colleague, and truly outstanding with patients. His surgical expertise is matched by his professionalism, compassion, and dedication to delivering the highest standard of care. He is highly respected by colleagues and deeply valued by patients. I would recommend him without hesitation to my own family and friends.❞

  • Mr Mike Walton, Consultant Shoulder & Trauma Surgeon

    byMr Mike Walton, Consultant Shoulder & Trauma Surgeon

    ❝Prof. Funk is an internationally recognised specialist in shoulder surgery. It has been my pleasure to work closely with him for over 15 years. He has outstanding clinical and surgical skills and excellent bedside manner. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any of my friends and family in fact when I needed surgery he was the only choice to operate on my shoulder!❞

  • Dr Mahshid Nickkho-Amiry, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

    byDr Mahshid Nickkho-Amiry, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

    ❝I have had the pleasure of working with Professor Funk at The Wilmslow Hospital. He is an outstanding clinician, who has an excellent approach to patients. He is meticulous in the care he provides and ensures his patients receive the best care. It is an honour to work with him and I would be very happy to see him as patient or have him care for my family and friends.❞

  • Mr Reza Nassab, Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon

    byMr Reza Nassab, Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon

    ❝I have worked alongside Prof. Funk at Wilmslow Hospital for a number of years. He has an excellent reputation in the region and internationally. We have shared a number of patients who have expressed great confidence and outcomes received from Prof. Funk. I would highly recommend him for anyone requiring an upper limb surgeon.❞

  • Mr Raj Bhalla, Consultant Rhinologist & Endoscopic Skull Base Surgeon

    byMr Raj Bhalla, Consultant Rhinologist & Endoscopic Skull Base Surgeon

    ❝Professor Len Funk is someone I've worked closely with at the Wilmslow hospital for a long time. He provides an excellent service to his patients, with clinical skills and bedside manner to match. I'd be very happy to send my family and friends to Professor Funk for exemplary care. I am very happy to recommend Len Funk.❞

  • Dr Nora O'Donoghue, Consultant Dermatologist

    byDr Nora O'Donoghue, Consultant Dermatologist

    ❝I have worked with Professor Funk as a colleague at the Wilmslow hospital for a number of years and have no hesitation at all in recommending him and referring my patients and family to him. All the reports I have heard and my own experience is of excellent care and a kind friendly manner, a delightful colleague.❞

  • Dr Leon Creaney, Consultant in Sport & Exercise Medicine

    byDr Leon Creaney, Consultant in Sport & Exercise Medicine

    ❝Prof. Len Funk is one of the world's leading shoulder surgeons, and an opinion leader in the UK. I have worked alongside him since 2013 and have found him to be a most reliable opinion for shoulder cases, including complex cases which other surgeons may want to pass on to a higher authority.❞

  • Prof. Simon Lloyd, Consultant ENT Surgeon

    byProf. Simon Lloyd, Consultant ENT Surgeon

    ❝I have known Professor Funk for more than 10 years and I couldn't recommend him more highly for upper limb orthopaedic problems. He is one of the UK's leading experts in the field with a first class reputation not just for his clinical acumen but for his excellent interpersonal skills.❞

  • Prof. Simon Williams, Consultant Cardiologist

    byProf. Simon Williams, Consultant Cardiologist

    ❝Len Funk is one of the top shoulder surgeons in the country and has a wealth of clinical expertise and experience to provide his patients with the best possible care. I have worked with him For many years and would recommend his care to all my patients and any of my friends and family❞

  • Dr Bevin Rose McCartan, Sport & Exercise Medicine Specialist

    byDr Bevin Rose McCartan, Sport & Exercise Medicine Specialist

    ❝Prof. Len Funk is a vastly experienced surgeon who is trusted nationally by both colleagues, medical professionals and athletes to treat their shoulder issues. He is a very good diagnostician and communicator and a colleague who I rely on and readily refer to.❞

  • Prof. Vaibhav Modgil, Consultant Urological Surgeon and Andrologist

    byProf. Vaibhav Modgil, Consultant Urological Surgeon and Andrologist

    ❝Prof. Funk is not only a world renowned expert, but also a warm and compassionate surgeon who couldn't do more for his patients. I have had the pleasure of being looked after him, and couldn't have asked for more.❞

  • Mr Stephen Bromage, Consultant Urological Surgeon

    byMr Stephen Bromage, Consultant Urological Surgeon

    ❝Prof. Len Funk is a a top expert in his field and well respected nationally and internationally. He is approachable and personable and I would highly recommend him. It is a pleasure to work alongside him.❞

  • Dr Stephanie Ogden, Consultant Dermatologist

    byDr Stephanie Ogden, Consultant Dermatologist

    ❝Professor Funk is an experienced surgeon who I would not hesitate to recommend. I have been fortunate to work alongside him at the Wilmslow Hospital for a number of years.❞

  • Dr Aoiffe Kilcommons, Consultant Clinical Psychologist

    by Dr Aoiffe Kilcommons, Consultant Clinical Psychologist

    ❝I have had the privilege of working alongside Professor Len Funk for over 15 years, and it remains an honour to collaborate with a clinician of his standing and expertise. Professor Funk is widely regarded as one of the UK's leading and most respected shoulder surgeons. What distinguishes him is not only his technical excellence, but the breadth of his clinical perspective. He brings a sophisticated, multidisciplinary approach to patient care—integrating surgical precision with a clear understanding of rehabilitation, performance, and long-term recovery. As a Clinical Psychologist, I particularly value that he is psychologically minded. He considers the emotional and mental factors influencing a patient's presentation and recognises that optimal outcomes are achieved by addressing the whole person—supporting confidence, resilience, and recovery alongside physical healing. Working alongside him at The Wilmslow Hospital, I have seen first-hand the impact of this approach. Patients receive not only world-class surgical care, but thoughtful, compassionate support throughout their recovery. I would recommend Professor Funk without hesitation. He represents a rare combination of surgical excellence, clinical insight, and genuinely holistic care.❞

  • by Ms Kate Johnston, Chief Nursing Officer

    ❝I have had the pleasure of working with Professor Funk for a number of years and would highly recommend him as a shoulder surgeon. Throughout this time, I have consistently found him to be caring, responsive, and deeply committed to delivering the highest standard of patient care. He always places his patients at the centre of his practice, ensuring that their needs and concerns are listened to and addressed with genuine compassion. He is highly regarded as an expert in his field, with excellent clinical judgement and technical skill. His professionalism and dedication make him a valued colleague and a trusted clinician. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to my own family and friends, which I believe speaks to the confidence I have in his abilities and approach to care❞

  • by LT

    ❝I cannot recommend Prof. Len Funk highly enough. He is absolutely superb! So knowledgeable and so generous with his time and advice and it is clear that the patient's best interests are at the heart of every piece of advice given. I have recommended several friends and family for shoulder surgery with Prof. Funk and the feedback from all has been absolutely superb.❞

  • by CT

    ❝I have been really impressed by the speed at which you were able to fit me into the clinic, the fact that the consultations and scans happened during the same visit, and the quick turnaround time for all the documentation. A big thank you to you and the team!❞

  • by NO

    ❝I am incredibly grateful to have been seen so quickly and to have had such a great response to treatment, as my pain melted away and I have been able to sleep properly again.❞

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    About Prof. Lennard Funk

    GMC number: 3602917

    Year qualified: 1990

    Place of primary qualification: University of the Witwatersrand

    Initial consultation fee: £320

    Follow up consultation fee: £210

    Prof. Lennard Funk is a highly experienced shoulder surgeon based in the UK, with over 18 years of expertise in the field. He runs a private practice, The Arm Clinic, located within The Wilmslow Hospital.

    Areas of Expertise

    Sports and soft tissue injuries of the shoulder. His practice includes providing second opinions, treating complex cases, and performing revision surgeries. He collaborates closely with colleagues who specialise in complex trauma and shoulder replacement surgeries, as well as working with therapists dedicated to managing complex shoulder conditions and elite sports injuries.

    Roles and Interests

    Prof. Funk is committed to patient-centred care, often exploring non-surgical treatments for shoulder injuries. He believes in educating and empowering his patients to make informed decisions about their health. Academically, Prof. Funk has authored numerous books and over 100 research publications on shoulder surgery and rehabilitation. He has been actively involved in teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate students in medical, sports therapy, and sports medicine fields. He holds the post of Honorary Professor at the University of Salford and serves as the clinical lead.

    Prof. Funk is proficient in a wide range of procedures and treatments, including:

    - Arthroscopy
    - Shoulder stabilisation
    - Latarjet procedures
    - ACJ reconstructions
    - Rotator cuff repair
    - Pectoralis major tendon repair
    - Tendon transfers
    - Clavicle fractures

    Professional Development

    Prof. Funk is dedicated to the continued professional development of his peers. He regularly offers seminars for physiotherapists, allied health professionals (AHPs), and other clinicians to ensure they are up-to-date with best practices in shoulder management.

    His primary focus remains on delivering the best possible care to his patients.

    Areas of expertise

    • ACJ reconstructions
    • ACJ separation
    • Acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) excision
    • Acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) stabilisation
    • AC joint
    • Arthroscopy
    • Bone spurs
    • Bursitis
    • Bursitis (shoulder)
    • Clavicle fractures
    • Complex soft tissue surgery
    • Dislocated shoulder
    • Fracture (broken bone)
    • Frozen shoulder
    • Joint injection
    • Latarjet procedures
    • Non-operative management of shoulder pain
    • Orthobiologics
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Pectoralis major injury
    • Postoperative rehabilitation
    • Revision rotator cuff surgery
    • Revision surgery
    • Rotator cuff injury
    • Rotator cuff repair
    • Shoulder arthroscopy
    • Shoulder hydrodilatation
    • Shoulder dislocations & instability
    • Shoulder labral tear
    • Shoulder pain
    • Shoulder stabilisation
    • Shoulder tendinopathy (pitcher's shoulder)
    • Sports injuries
    • Tendon repair
    • Tendon transfer

    Frequently asked questions

  • Why did you decide to become a Consultant Shoulder Surgeon ?

    Orthopaedics has always been a perfect fit for me. It combines the two things I love: fixing things, and making people better and happy. Within orthopaedics, I was drawn to shoulder surgery during my training. At the time, shoulders were what we'd call a Cinderella specialty, mostly treated with injections and very little surgery, while arthroscopy and sports surgery were moving fast. It played to my surgical strengths in arthroscopic and soft tissue surgery, and connected with my background in sports sciences and physiotherapy. Working as a healthcare assistant in a neuro rehabilitation centre got me really excited about physiotherapy, and shoulders are fascinating because rehabilitation is such a big part of treatment. Surgery is a very small part of what we do; the vast majority of treatment is non-surgical. The shoulder is also the most mobile joint in the body, made up of five joints and over thirteen muscles, so it's a fascinating system to work with.

  • What are the common symptoms that your patients tend to present with?

    Patients predominantly present with pain and a lack of function, an inability to do the things they need to do. There are two main groups: those who have had an injury or trauma, and those with degenerative problems who develop pain and loss of function without any specific trauma. In my practice I particularly see young sports people, many adolescents with sports injuries, and a lot of professional and elite athletes in their 20s and 30s with traumatic injuries, including overhead athletes with repetitive injuries. The other big group is older patients who are still doing manual work or sports and activities, including paddle shoulder and CrossFit shoulder. These are people who want to maintain a high level of function as they get older, with both traumatic and degenerative problems.

  • What are the treatments that you're able to offer your patients?

    One of the reasons I've focused my practice purely at HCA at The Wilmslow Hospital is the ability to fashion it exactly how I'd like to offer care to my patients. I screen all referrals in advance so we know roughly what each patient needs. We can then arrange everything at the same visit in this small, niche, boutique hospital, including any imaging needed, whether MRI scans, X-rays, or ultrasounds, reviewed on the spot with the radiologists who work next door. We can also carry out any outpatient procedures at the same visit, so patients don't have to come to and fro. The location is ideal: right by Manchester Airport, a short walk from a train station, with hotels nearby. That works well for the patients I see from Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Man, and other parts of the country and overseas. It's a one-stop service we've been delivering for the last 10 to 15 years.

  • What are your areas of sub-specialist interest?

    My practice has evolved over the years to become quite niche, predominantly focused on sports and soft tissue injuries of the shoulder. I work alongside excellent colleagues who specialise in elbows, shoulder arthroplasty and replacements, and complex trauma. My own specialty in sports and soft tissue surgery is a result of years of working and specialising at Wrightington. Around 30% of my practice is elite or professional sport, and 25% is second opinion or tertiary referrals from other shoulder specialists.

    • Professional memberships

    British Orthopaedic Sports Trauma and Arthroscopy Association (BOSTAA)
    British Elbow & Shoulder Society
    Faculty of Sport & Exercise Medicine UK
    Royal College of Physicians
    American Shoulder & Elbow Society (ASES)
    South African Shoulder & Elbow Society (SASES)
    European Shoulder & Elbow Society (SECEC)
    General Medical Council

    Articles by Prof. Lennard Funk

    Protocol for a multi-centre pilot and feasibility randomised controlled trial with a nested qualitative study: rehabilitation following rotator cuff repair (the racer study)

    Protocol for a multi-centre pilot and feasibility randomised controlled trial with a nested qualitative study: rehabilitation following rotator cuff repair (the racer study)

    The incidence of traumatic posterior and combined labral tears in patients undergoing arthroscopic shoulder stabilization

    The incidence of traumatic posterior and combined labral tears in patients undergoing arthroscopic shoulder stabilization

    Recurrence after arthroscopic labral repair for traumatic anterior instability in adolescent rugby and contact athletes

    Recurrence after arthroscopic labral repair for traumatic anterior instability in adolescent rugby and contact athletes

    Rehabilitation following rotator cuff repair: a multi-centre pilot & feasibility randomised controlled trial (racer)

    Rehabilitation following rotator cuff repair: a multi-centre pilot & feasibility randomised controlled trial (racer)

    In vivo randomized controlled study of the bone response of all-suture anchors and biocomposite anchors

    In vivo randomized controlled study of the bone response of all-suture anchors and biocomposite anchors

    Bilateral midshaft clavicular fracture with unilateral acromioclavicular dislocation: a case report

    Bilateral midshaft clavicular fracture with unilateral acromioclavicular dislocation: a case report

    Validation of a novel grading system to measure bone response around suture anchors

    Validation of a novel grading system to measure bone response around suture anchors

    Scapula fractures in elite soccer and rugby players

    Scapula fractures in elite soccer and rugby players

    Failed latarjet surgery: why, how, and what next?

    Failed latarjet surgery: why, how, and what next?

    The latarjet procedure: effective and safe

    The latarjet procedure: effective and safe

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