Mr Murtaza Salem
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon
BMedSci BMBS FRCS PhD
Specialises in
- Aneurysm surgery
- Carotid artery disease
- Intermittent claudication
- Leg and foot pain
- Non-healing leg ulcers
I am an experienced vascular and endovascular surgeon with over 15 years of experience in the field. I have been working as a consultant at Nottingham University Hospitals for over 5 years. I have completed a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery, so can provide expert assessment and advice on the full range of vascular conditions and treatments including open and endovascular (keyhole) options.
I specialise in all aspects of vascular conditions, particularly varicose veins. I am able to perform a wide range of procedures under local or general anaesthetic.
I have a dedicated interest in diabetic foot problems and non-healing leg wounds which was developed during my fellowship. Since becoming a consultant I have developed advanced care pathways for patients across Nottinghamshire with diabetic foot complications.
My PhD was on atherosclerotic plaques that lead to strokes, and can offer expert advice on stroke prevention procedures. I regularly run an aortic aneurysm clinic and can advise on treatment options for a wide range of aneurysms found in the body.
I was the first person in the UK to complete a dedicated vascular surgery training program in 2019. Following this I completed a specialised highly competitive fellowship in lower limb vascular problems at St Thomas’ hospital in London. During my training I have completed training courses in Europe and the USA and have presented academic work across the globe.
I have personally performed over 1,000 minimally invasive keyhole operations for patients with varicose veins in the last few years. I regularly perform open and keyhole arterial procedures including bypasses and endarterectomy (artery plaque removal) in my NHS post. I assist the cardiology team when they perform keyhole aortic valve replacements and the spinal surgeons when they perform spine stabilisation surgeries from the front of the body.
As a Clinical Associate Professor with a PhD in Cardiovascular Sciences, I continue to contribute to groundbreaking research in patients with vascular conditions. I continue to publish academic papers. I am currently Principal Investigator on a number of clinical trials and I am chair of Vascular Governance at Nottingham University Hospitals, ensuring the highest standards of patient care.
In my spare time I mentor medical students, junior doctors, and international medical graduates. I have created specialised vascular surgery modules for medical students, serve as Deputy Lead for Undergraduate Surgery, and contribute to the National Vascular Surgery Examinations and Recruitment programme. I always aim to provide evidence-based care to achieve the best outcomes for my patients.
General Medical Council Number: 6131117
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr Murtaza Salem at Spire include:
Vascular surgery
- Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) treatment
- Thread vein treatment
Other treatments
- Aneurysm surgery
- Carotid artery disease
- Intermittent claudication
- Leg and foot pain
- Non-healing leg ulcers
- Peripheral arterial disease
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Additional information
Qualification and professional memberships
BMedSci / University of Nottingham / 2003
Bachelor of Medical Sciences
BM / University of Nottingham / 2005
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
PhD / University of Leicester / 2014
Doctorate of Philosophy
FRCS / Royal College of Surgeons / 2018
Fellowship of The Royal College of Surgeons
Professional memberships
British Medical Association
British Society of Endovascular Therapy
European Society of Vascular Surgeons
Royal College of Surgeons of England
Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland
Professional leadership
Clinical Associate Professor at The University of Nottingham
Deputy Undergraduate Lead for Surgery at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Vascular Governance Lead for Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust and Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Trust
Examiner for the JCIE Vascular Surgery FRCS Examinations
Faculty/instructor on the Basic Surgical Skills and Vascular Limb Salvage Academy Course
Current NHS posts
Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Personal profile
I enjoy spending time with my family, travelling, trying new foods and particularly enjoy Crossfit training and competitions.
Contact information
| Private secretary | Annamaria Whittaker |
| Private secretary telephone | 0115 937 7813 |
| Private secretary email | Annamaria.whittaker@spirehealthcare.com |