The Limb Reconstruction Team
A patient’s journey through hospital from first assessment to discharge involves many health professionals. Surgery is only one part of a patient’s successful treatment. It also includes nursing care, physiotherapy, psychology, occupational therapy, social work and administrative work. To ensure that patients are given the best possible treatment, we work together as a multi-disciplinary team.
The adult and paediatric services work together to ensure as much as possible that teenagers who are nearing their 16th birthday, and will therefore be moving to the adult hospital have a joint assessment in the transition clinic, so that each child is jointly assessed by the childrens’ and adults’ services to ensure they have joined up care.
Many of the limb reconstruction team were involved in managing the complex injuries suffered by victims of the Manchester Arena bombing in 2017, both in the adults and childrens’ hospitals.
Amanda
I’m a Limb Reconstruction Specialist Nurse with 31 years of experience in orthopaedic and spinal surgery, and the last 8 years focused specifically on limb reconstruction. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting patients through some of the most challenging and life-changing treatments, from complex trauma to deformity correction. I’m passionate about providing not just expert clinical care, but also the reassurance, education, and emotional support people need during their recovery. Working closely with a fantastic multidisciplinary team, I’m committed to making each patient’s journey as safe, informed, and empowering as possible.
Amer Shoaib is a Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon who specialises in Limb Reconstruction and Foot and Ankle Surgery at Manchester Royal Infirmary.
He qualified from St. George’s Hospital Medical School in London. He trained in Cardiff and Oswestry in Orthopaedics, and has also undergone training in Kurgan in Siberia, a world reknown centre for Limb Reconstruction Surgery. He has considerable experience in using circular frames for war injuries, as well as dealing with concomitant infection. His work has been profiled in local, national and international news media.
Amer is also an expert in dealing with foot and ankle problems and injuries. This includes complex congenital foot and ankle deformities, for which he can use circular frames. He has also wide experience in using circular frames for the treatment of Charcot Foot in diabetics.
He runs a charity called Orthocycle, which recycles single use medical appliances from the UK to use abroad in less developed countries, as well as organising courses for UK doctors on how to use external fixators, and how to perform foot and ankle surgery.
Katie
I’m a Limb Reconstruction Specialist Nurse with 16 years of experience in elective and trauma orthopaedic care. In recent years, I’ve focused on limb reconstruction, supporting patients through some of the most complex and life-changing procedures. From external fixators to post-trauma recovery, I’m here to guide each person through their journey with empathy, honesty, and expert care.
Alongside my nursing role, I’m also a qualified yoga teacher, which brings a holistic dimension to the way I support recovery—helping patients reconnect with their bodies, manage stress, and build strength gently and mindfully.
I’m passionate about making a real difference—whether it’s helping someone understand their treatment, manage pain, or simply feel heard and supported. Working alongside a dedicated team, I’m proud to help patients regain function, confidence, and quality of life
Aiman Khunda was appointed as a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Salford Royal Hospital, Manchester’s Major Trauma Centre in 2017.
He trained in the North East, Yorkshire and North West of England where he gained the Certificate of Completion of Training. He was then appointed as the Limb Reconstruction Fellow at the world-renowned Limb Reconstruction Unit in Liverpool, where he furthered his experience in the management of non-union, deformity and infection. He later became the Cumbrian Knee Osteotomy Fellow, furthering his knee osteotomy and arthroplasty experience, with access to one of the busiest osteotomy practices in Europe. He gained considerable experience from working at 6 Major Trauma Centres throughout his training.
Pete
I’m an Advanced Nurse Practitioner specialising in limb reconstruction, with 25 years of experience in elective and trauma orthopaedic care. For the past 8 years, I’ve focused on supporting patients through the complex and often life-changing journey of limb reconstruction—from initial assessment and surgical planning to recovery and rehabilitation.
I’m passionate about delivering holistic, patient-centred care, combining clinical expertise with empathy, education, and emotional support. Every patient’s journey is unique, and I’m proud to be part of a dedicated team that helps people regain not just mobility, but confidence and quality of life.
Mr Dominic Sprott is a Consultant Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon based at Ramsay Oaklands Hospital and Salford Royal Hospital. He specialises in Limb Reconstruction and Lower Limb surgery, focusing mainly on knee and foot and ankle surgery, including complex foot reconstruction.
Mr Sprott gained his MBBS in 1999 from the University of the West Indies before undergoing junior doctor training. In 2002 he began an orthopaedic research fellowship in Ohio, USA, before moving to the UK to undertake basic surgical training and then specialist orthopaedic training with the Mersey Deanery. On completion of training he further specialised in Limb Reconstruction with a focus on complex Foot & Ankle reconstruction for both major trauma and Congenital deformities. He also completed a fellowship in knee surgery. Mr Sprott was then appointed as a Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon at the Salford Royal FT Hospital in 2014.
Keyleigh
Hi, I’m a Healthcare Assistant with 16 years of experience in elective and trauma orthopaedic care, and for the past 7 years, I’ve been proud to specialise in limb reconstruction. I work closely with patients every step of the way—whether it’s helping with mobility, wound care, or simply being a friendly, reassuring presence during a difficult time.
Limb reconstruction can be a tough journey, but I’m passionate about making it just a little easier with compassionate, hands-on support. I love being part of a dedicated team that truly cares, and helping patients regain their independence and confidence is the most rewarding part of what I do.