Dr. János Fabula
Dr. János Fabula
Ortopedic surgeon
Hip and knee replacement specialist
Dr János Fabula treats his patients with nearly thirty years of clinical experience and expertise. His main specialization is the tissue-sparing implantation of modern hip and knee replacements that have been on the market for decades and are known for their excellent long-term outcomes. He has exceptional experience with so-called unicondylar , a type of knee replacement used in the early stages of knee joint degeneration.
With the results of several thousand successful surgeries, he is a respected member of both the Hungarian and the British Orthopaedic Associations.
He currently sees patients in London at the Practice Plus Group Ilford private hospital, as well as in Budapest at two locations: the Emineo private hospital and the Affidea downtown clinic.
What happens during an orthopedic examination?
The orthopedic examination begins with a thorough and comprehensive interview, during which the doctor learns about the patient's complaints: the exact location, duration, and circumstances of the pain, as well as any previous injuries, surgeries, or other musculoskeletal issues. For an experienced orthopedic specialist, even the patient's movement and posture can reveal a lot—these subtle signs often help detect early-stage conditions.
This is followed by a physical examination, assessing the range of motion, joint stability, tender points, gait, and posture. If necessary, the specialist may recommend imaging tests—X-ray, MRI, CT, or ultrasound—to establish an accurate diagnosis.
The goal is to identify the underlying causes of the symptoms and to develop a treatment plan that ensures long-term pain-free movement and improved quality of life.
What problems do his patients consult him for?
What surgical procedures does he perform?
Surgical Procedures
Treatment of Bunion Deformity, Foot Deformities, and Chronic Metatarsal Pain
Knee Arthroscopy and Treatment of Cartilage Injuries (Meniscus)
Partial Knee Replacement (Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty) for Joint Damage in a Single Compartment
Total Knee Replacement (for Complete Joint Damage)
Hip Replacement Surgery
Non-Surgical Treatments
Evaluation of Orthopedic Conditions
Joint Steroid or Hyaluronic Acid Injection
Recommendation and Prescription of Orthopedic Aids
Recommendation for Physiotherapy and Therapeutic Treatments
Providing a Second Orthopedic Opinion
What outcomes does he achieve with his surgeries?
Since 2003, the United Kingdom has maintained the National Joint Registry, which over the past twenty years has recorded more than 95 percent of hip and knee surgery outcomes. In the last 15 years, the proportion of completed surgeries uploaded to the database has approached 100 percent, making it one of the largest arthroplasty databases in the modern world.
The registry provides both public and individual data and charts for orthopedic surgeons, allowing prospective patients to see how successfully their chosen surgeon performs procedures. Some of the tables found under the "Professional Results" section clearly illustrate Dr. Fabula's position within the top professional elite .
General Medical Council registration number 6107405
According to the combined results of the internal audit at the London private hospital, 25% of his hip and knee replacement patients can go home on the day of surgery, another 60% the following day, and the rest on the third day.