About Mr G Shyamalan
Mr Shyamalan (Shyam) is a highly experienced Consultant Hand, Wrist and Elbow Surgeon maintaining an extensive NHS and private practice across Solihull, Birmingham, Warwick, and Sutton Coldfield.
As a Consultant Surgeon specialising in complex upper limb reconstruction, Mr Shyamalan provides expert clinical opinions on the standard of care and surgical outcomes. With a practice dedicated to advanced surgical techniques and surgical excellence, he is uniquely positioned to offer expert insights into clinical outcomes and the standard of care. He is available for instruction on clinical negligence claims.
Conditions & Core Expertise
Hand, wrist and thumb arthritis
Expert assessment of joint degeneration, functional loss, and the standard of care in surgical management.
Cubital tunnel syndrome
Clinical review of ulnar nerve entrapment at the elbow and the technical execution of decompression procedures.
Dupuytren's contracture
Analysis of contracture progression and the appropriateness of fasciectomy treatments.
Ligament injuries
Investigation into the diagnosis and reconstructive stability of critical hand and wrist ligamentous structures.
Tennis elbow
Expert opinion on lateral epicondylitis chronicity and surgical intervention.
Complex hand and wrist injuries
Comprehensive medicolegal reporting on clinical negligence claims for hand and wrist issues.
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Evaluation of median nerve compression, diagnostic accuracy, and outcomes following surgical release or non-operative treatment.
De Quervain's
Assessment of first dorsal compartment tenosynovitis management and the precision of surgical release interventions.
Golfer's elbow
Review of medial epicondylitis diagnosis and the efficacy of various injection therapies or surgical repairs.
Scaphoid fracture
Critical evaluation of imaging protocols, fixation techniques, and the management of diagnosis and treatment.
Trigger finger
Assessment of stenosing tenosynovitis treatments and the complications arising from steroid injections or release surgery.
Elbow injuries and trauma
Analysis of elbow injuries and the standard of care in complex elbow treatments.
Expert Witness Agreement
Engagement fees
Hourly rate
£450 per hour for report preparation, forensic review of late supplied notes or X-rays, and answering subsequent questions.
Report logistics
Instructing solicitors must pay the total invoice prior to the report being signed. An unsigned report will be sent along side the invoice. Joint instructions are invoiced to the instructing solicitor unless advised otherwise.
Factual accuracy
No charges are levied for the correction of factual inaccuracies within a report.
Late payment
An administration charge of 15% applies if late payment is negotiated in advance.
Non attendance
A cancellation fee of £250 applies for non attendance or cancellations within 48 hours. A fee of £500 is charged for a second non attendance.
Court Attendance Fees
Daily rate
£4,500 per day (based on 8 hours in court and 2 hours of briefing).
Preparation
Case conferences and court preparation are billed at £450 per hour.
Travel & expenses
Travel (up to 4 hours a day), 4 star accommodation, first class rail/air travel, and mileage at 45p per mile are rechargeable.
Court cancellation
2–4 weeks notice: 25% of total fee.
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1–2 weeks notice: 50% of total fee.
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Less than 1 week: 100% of total fee.
Initial Instruction
To ensure a swift and comprehensive medical review, we recommend the following be included in your initial instruction pack:
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Letter of instruction: Clearly stating if the instruction is single or joint.
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Medical records: Chronological GP and hospital records.
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Imaging: High resolution X-rays, MRI's or CT scans.
Our commitment to quality
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Timeliness: Reports are prioritised for efficiency, with transparent communication.
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Accuracy: Mr Shyamalan offers a dedicated process for correcting factual inaccuracies at no additional cost.
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Expert testimony: Full support through case conference and court attendance.
Turnaround times
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Urgent report: 2–4 weeks (An extra cost will be applied and only if records are complete)
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Standard report: around 6–12 weeks
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Complex litigation report: 3–6 months