Dr. Akira Wiberg

Professor

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Biography

Akira Wiberg is a Senior Clinical Research Fellow and Consultant Peripheral Nerve Surgeon at the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences. He is the Principal Investigator at the Peripheral Nerve Research Lab, where his research focuses on peripheral nerve compressions and injuries, particularly carpal tunnel syndrome. Wiberg completed his DPhil at the University of Oxford and previously held positions as an Arthritis UK Career Development Fellow and MRC Clinical Research Training Fellow. His work integrates genomics and cell biology to improve outcomes for patients with nerve compression injuries and pain. He has published extensively on the mechanisms of compression-related neuropathies, polygenic risk scores, targeted therapies, and nerve regeneration. Additionally, he serves as a Stipendiary Lecturer in Human Anatomy at Merton College, teaching first-year medical students. His academic journey includes rigorous training in plastic and reconstructive surgery in renowned institutions across the UK.

Research Interests

Experience

Consultant Peripheral Nerve Surgeon

2019-10-01 — Present

South West Brachial Plexus Team, Bristol • Bristol, UK

Focuses on reconstructive surgery for brachial plexus and peripheral nerve injuries.

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.