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FIGURE 3 (Cont.)

Doctor performs a new technique in shoulder surgery for a fast and When I went to see Dr Ali Alsuwaidi, I had been suffering
effective recovery ( published atricle ) from chronic pain in my left shoulder for several years
Published: May 07, 2017 and I had finally decided to get it looked at. An MRI
When Luis Evia, a seasoned Etihad Airways pilot, injured his shoulder in a biking accident, he was scan confirmed the prognosis of an impinged shoulder;
worried that his career might be over. Mr. Evia, a 36-year old Mexican national, had seriously injured ligaments had been impacting against bone to the point
his Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint, which is the joint between the collar bone and the shoulder. where most of the ligaments were detached and the

muscle was in a state of atrophy.
“After speaking with Mr. Evia, we realized that the stakes were
very high for him. If the surgery was not successful, not only
would he be unable to pursue his love of outdoor sports, but Dr. Al Suwaidi recommended surgery. The plan was to
he might not be able to continue with his career,” explains Dr. insert pins into the bone and reconnect the detached
Louay Jabban, Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon at the Shoulder ligament to the pins via a keyhole surgery procedure.
and Upper Limb Unit of Burjeel Hospital Abu Dhabi.
The surgery was a success, and within a year my
Dr. Jabban and his team discussed options with Mr. Evia and shoulder was fully functioning. Today my left shoulder
decided on a relatively new surgical technique. The new AC joint
technique allows for earlier rehabilitation and a lower complication is stronger than ever, and there is no pain or negative
rate, due to a more flexible implant that does not need to be removed from the patient’s shoulder. side effect. I would like to thank Dr. Ali for conducting an
excellent and error-free procedure on my shoulder. If not
While this newer surgery is more technically demanding than other traditional shoulder procedures, for his skill and ability, I may well be disabled today.
Mr. Evia had done his research about the surgery and felt that this surgery was the best option for
him. – R O

Not only was the surgery highly successful, but something remarkable happened. In less than 3
months after the surgery, Mr. Evia was able to achieve his dream of successfully competing in
ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi – a triathlon race requiring significant upper body strength and
endurance. Not only was he able to participate; his shoulder was free of pain throughout the race.

Mr. Evia expressed his gratitude and heartfelt appreciation for the quality of service and patient care
he received with Dr. Louay and his team at Burjeel Hospital, “I didn’t really believe I was truly back
to normal until my recent feat. I still remember the first day when I visited Burjeel Hospital; I had
such significant pain. My condition was restricting me from living a normal life, but Dr. Jabban and
his team gave me the confidence to take a chance on surgery. They truly lived up to their promise.
I am very grateful to the entire team for giving me my life back.”

The Shoulder and Upper Limb Unit