Dr. Aleem Lalani

What is your role at the GSSMC?

I am one of the consultant orthopaedic surgeons.


Do you hold any positions outside the clinic?

I am the Director for Undergraduate Medical Education in the Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Alberta.


What is your clinical specialty?

Upper extremity surgery.


What did you study and where?

1988-91: Faculty of Science, U of A

1991-5: Faculty of Medicine, U of C

1995-2000: Orthopedic Surgery Residency, U of A

2000-2001: Hand and Upper Limb Fellowship, UWO


Do you have any specific research interests & publications?

I am a participant in SURGE.


Do you work specific days/hours?

I generally work at the GSSMC one or two Fridays per month.


Are you affiliated with any teams?

I have seen players from the Edmonton Oilers and Edmonton Eskimos for consultations, but I don't have an official affiliation.


What is your favourite way to stay active?

I enjoy playing soccer, ball hockey and working out.