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ORTHOPAEDICS AND SPINAL CARE
Leaders in private orthopaedic care
- No.1 in London for private orthopaedic and spinal care
- 10 specialist fields of orthopaedics
- Care rated as ‘very good’ or ‘excellent’ by 97% of our orthopaedic patients
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Orthopaedics and spinal care at HCA UK
Why choose us?
Gain fast access to exceptional orthopaedic and spinal care across our leading private hospitals and specialist centres. With experts across 10 specialist fields, we treat adults and children for acute injuries and chronic conditions, offering everything from non-surgical treatments to advanced spinal care and minimally invasive, robotic-assisted procedures.
Whether you need rehabilitation or surgery, we’re here to get you back to doing what you love, as quickly and safely as possible. It’s why 97% of our orthopaedic patients say they’d recommend HCA UK to family and friends.
No.1in London for private orthopaedic and spinal care
30+ different spinal treatments
2,000+ joint replacement surgeries per year
Fast access to specialists
appointments confirmed within 24 hours
State-of-the-art diagnostics
with results in as little as 48 hours
Multidisciplinary teams
expert treatment with specialist care for complex cases
CLINICAL SPECIALTIES
Directing you to the specialist care you need
Our team of highly experienced consultant orthopaedic surgeons and multidisciplinary teams have expertise in a range of sub-specialties. Whatever your condition or need, we’re here to support you at every step of your journey.
Spinal care
At HCA UK we treat the full range of trauma-based, congenital and degenerative spinal conditions in adults and children. With appointments in as little as 24 hours.
Hip and pelvis
At HCA UK we offer people of all ages a range of tailored treatments for the hip and pelvis, from hip impingement relief to hip replacement surgery.
Knee
Our knee services at HCA UK provide access to a range of treatments, including both non-surgical and surgical options, as well as minimally invasive procedures for meniscal repair, ACL reconstruction and knee replacement surgery.
Shoulder and elbow
Leading shoulder and elbow specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the upper limbs, including tennis and golfer’s elbow, rotator cuff tears and frozen shoulder. Surgical treatment includes minimally invasive procedures and reconstructive joint replacement.
Foot and ankle
The foot and ankle department diagnose and treat conditions such as bunions, flat feet, Achilles tendon and ankle arthritis in both adults and children. Surgical treatment includes minimally invasive procedures and reconstructive joint replacement.
Hand and wrist
If you're living with the pain of carpal tunnel syndrome, osteoarthritis, or a fracture in your hand or wrist, we can help. Our specialist team will give you expert, end-to-end care for these conditions and many more.
Peripheral nerve injury
Complex orthopaedic injury can involve damage to the peripheral nerve and our orthopaedic consultants work as part of team to provide you complete treatment options including complex nerve injury cases.
Bone sarcoma
From complex cancer surgery to diagnostic tests and long term condition management, we provide exceptional oncology care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Sports and exercise medicine
Our sports and exercise medicine consultants or musculoskeletal experts treat everyone from high performance athletes to people with an injury, from recreational sport or exercise activity.
Trauma and rehabilitation
If you've suffered a major orthopaedic trauma, typically from a road traffic accident, we can help with personalised rehabilitation programmes, designed by experts and built around your specific needs.
Paediatric orthopaedics
Specialist orthopaedic care for children at The Portland Hospital. Fast access to expert consultants, diagnostics and surgery for injuries and complex conditions.
OUR SERVICES
Specialist support for you and your loved ones
Orthopaedic treatment and care
Your treatment and care begin as soon as you meet with one of our consultants. They are specialists in their field, meaning you can feel reassured and confident in your treatment.
Orthopaedic imaging
We offer the full range of diagnostic imaging in over 20 locations. Scans can be arranged for the same day as your consultant appointment and all images are reported on by a musculoskeletal radiologist.
Support services
To ensure the highest standard of care, our consultants are supported by state-of-the-art facilities and expert teams including ITUs and orthopaedic nurses and radiologists.
About Orthopaedics at HCA UK
This is your guide to private orthopaedic treatment at HCA UK. Here you can find out more about our service and the care you’ll receive should you decide to choose us for your treatment.
Accessing private healthcare
Self-pay
You don’t need health insurance to be seen quickly. If you’re looking for a diagnosis or treatment and don’t want to wait, all our private healthcare services – from private GP appointments through to surgery and aftercare – can be paid for as and when you need them.
And to give you peace of mind from the start, we’ll offer you a clear and transparent quote outlining exactly what treatments you’re paying for.
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The process
What to expect
From the moment you step through the door, we want you to feel as comfortable and reassured as possible. One of the ways we can put you at ease is to let you know what to expect at each stage of your orthopaedic investigation and treatment process.
If you have any questions that aren’t answered here or in the FAQs below, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Our team will be happy to help in any way they can.
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Initial consultation
Whether you’ve self-referred or have a referral from a GP, the first step will be an initial consultation with one of our orthopaedic consultants to find out more about your medical history, symptoms and your overall health and lifestyle.
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Tests and scans
During your initial appointment, your consultant may also request some diagnostic tests, such as X-ray, MRI, CT, ultrasound, bone density scans, blood tests and more. Your scans will be reviewed by a specialist musculoskeletal radiologist who will discuss the results directly with your consultant. This will help us gain a better picture of your bone health and any conditions or injuries you may have.
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Treatment
Once they’ve confirmed a diagnosis, our specialists will recommend the most suitable treatment plan for you. Depending on your condition, this may include lifestyle changes, referrals to our team of physiotherapists, or even surgery.
If surgical interventions are recommended, you’ll be given further information including:
- When to stop eating and drinking
- Which medications to take or avoid
- When to arrive at the hospital and where to go
- How long you'll need to stay in hospital
- What to expect after the procedure
- Lifestyle advice and information
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Follow up and ongoing care
Our consultants work with a full team of multidisciplinary specialists, including physiotherapists, dieticians, psychologists and more. They are here to support you throughout your recovery, ensuring you’ll be in safe hands at every stage.
Locations
With consultants in 10 orthopaedic sub-specialties, you can rest assured you’ll be seen by an expert in your specific condition or area of pain or injury.
Our services stretch from the north at The Wilmslow Hospital in Cheshire to The Lister Hospital in Chelsea in south-west London, with The Portland Hospital dedicated to the care of children’s joints, including the spine.
We have spinal units at The Wellington Hospital, London Bridge Hospital and The Princess Grace Hospital in London, and we’ve extended our spinal and orthopaedic service to the West Midlands at The Harborne Hospital.
Our services stretch from the north at The Wilmslow Hospital in Cheshire to The Lister Hospital in Chelsea in south-west London, with The Portland Hospital dedicated to the care of children’s joints, including the spine.
We have spinal units at The Wellington Hospital, London Bridge Hospital and The Princess Grace Hospital in London, and we’ve extended our spinal and orthopaedic service to the West Midlands at The Harborne Hospital.
The Wilmslow Hospital
52-54 Alderley Road Wilmslow SK9 1NY Cheshire
The Harborne Hospital
Mindelsohn Way B15 2TQ Birmingham
The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road SW1W 8RH London
Orthopaedics and spinal care FAQs
We treat patients of all ages, including children and teenagers with both acute injuries and chronic conditions.
Across our locations, we care for a wide range of orthopaedic conditions – from trauma injuries and congenital disorders to those caused over time by the wear and tear of life. Whether you're dealing with a frustrating sports injury, a complex spinal or nerve condition, or joint problems affecting your mobility, we’re here to help.
We treat both adults and children, and our consultants cover 10 orthopaedic sub-specialties:
- Spine
- Hip and pelvis
- Knee
- Shoulder and elbow
- Foot and ankle
- Hand and wrist
- Peripheral nerve injury
- Bone sarcoma
- Sports and exercise medicine
- Trauma and rehabilitation
- Paediatric orthopaedics
We're able to offer a wide range of treatments, including non-surgical options. For those that do require repair or reconstruction surgery, our highly skilled consultants have access to state-of-the-art technology to perform procedures including joint replacements, complex reconstruction surgery, minimally invasive interventions and robotically assisted techniques.
Whatever your condition, we’ll connect you with the right expert to deliver the care you need.
At HCA UK we treat the full range of trauma-based, congenital and degenerative spinal conditions in both adults and children. Back pain most commonly occurs as a result of mechanical or structural problems in or around the spine. This can be anything from a common ligament sprain brought on by heavy lifting, to complex spinal injuries. You’ll find our spine consultants located across our leading London hospitals and in the West Midlands at The Harborne Hospital.
We offer paediatric orthopaedic care for a range of conditions and needs. Our highly experienced paediatric specialists, including leading consultants and surgeons, clinical nurse specialists and support staff, are always here for your child, putting their needs first and ensuring that they receive the best possible care.
At The Portland Hospital, our state-of-the-art, low-dose radiation X-ray offers advanced scanning, particularly suited to children with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.
Our paediatric spinal consultants offer a range of scoliosis treatments, depending on your child’s specific needs. You’ll be able to agree the best way forward for your child with their consultant, whether that’s non-surgical options such as physiotherapy to help prevent the curve’s progression, orthotics to help with posture, or surgery and rehabilitation where necessary.
At The Portland Hospital, our state-of-the-art, low-dose radiation X-ray offers advanced scanning, particularly suited to children with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.
Our paediatric spinal consultants offer a range of scoliosis treatments, depending on your child’s specific needs. You’ll be able to agree the best way forward for your child with their consultant, whether that’s non-surgical options such as physiotherapy to help prevent the curve’s progression, orthotics to help with posture, or surgery and rehabilitation where necessary.
Yes, we do. Orthopaedics is a highly varied discipline and we offer experts in 10 specialist fields. Our specialist clinics bring together leading consultants offering highly focussed care to help get you back to doing the things you love. Our specialist clinics include:
- Scoliosis & Spinal Surgery Centre for children at The Portland Hospital
- Bone Sarcoma Clinic at Princess Grace Hospital and The Harborne Hospital
- Peripheral Nerve Injury Unit at The Wellington Hospital and The Portland Hospital
- Sports and exercise treatments at the Institute of Sport, Exercise & Health (ISEH)
- Orthopaedic rehabilitation at London Bridge Hospital
- Neurological rehabilitation at The Wellington Hospital
All our hospitals are also home to spine, hip, knee, shoulder and arm, hand and foot clinics.
We know how important your mobility is, so if you suspect you may have a condition or injury that you’d like to check out, or you’re concerned about unexplained pain, we're here to help from the very first moment. Our specialists offer treatments for acute injuries as well as chronic orthopaedic and spinal conditions. We offer consultant appointments within 24 hours and scans on the same day to get you back to doing the things you love as quickly as possible.
As a leading provider of private orthopaedic care, HCA UK offers rapid access to expert private orthopaedic and spinal specialists across London, Birmingham and Cheshire.
It means we can book you in to see an expert consultant in as little as 24 hours.
It means we can book you in to see an expert consultant in as little as 24 hours.
Your treatment and care begin as soon as you meet with one of our orthopaedic consultants. They are specialists in their field, meaning you can feel reassured and confident in your treatment.
We have over 20 diagnostic centres across the UK where a wide variety of tests and scans will help to accurately diagnose any orthopaedic related injury or condition. Your consultant will discuss which you might need, and they may include:
- X-rays
- MRI scans
- Ultrasound scans
- CT scans
- Blood tests
- Bone density tests
- Discography
They’ll share the results with you, explain their diagnosis in detail and schedule the specific orthopaedic treatment you need.
We will always look to arrange your scan on the same day as your consultant appointment if you need it, making full use our extensive network of imaging departments across our facilities.
Yes, where it’s appropriate we do. We support our orthopaedic consultants by investing heavily in the latest medical equipment, so they can deliver the best possible treatment outcomes from your treatment. That includes access to robotically assisted surgery tools, including the MAKO robotic arm and the Globus ExcelsiusGPS® navigation system. We can also create custom implants for joint replacement surgery to ensure more precision and a faster recovery.
Booking an appointment with us couldn't be easier. You can call us or book using our online consultant directory.
If your treatment is going to be covered by private medical insurance, we'll need your insurance member number and authorisation code, so you'll need to have them to hand along with your referral letter.
We'll do everything we can to confirm your consultation there and then but, if that's not possible, we'll get back to you with a phone call or email within 24 hours.
If your treatment is going to be covered by private medical insurance, we'll need your insurance member number and authorisation code, so you'll need to have them to hand along with your referral letter.
We'll do everything we can to confirm your consultation there and then but, if that's not possible, we'll get back to you with a phone call or email within 24 hours.
If you can, we would advise you to wear loose, comfortable clothing to your appointment, as this will allow for easy movement while you’re being examined and having and tests or scans.
If you’ve suffered a major orthopaedic trauma, such as injury from a road traffic accident, extreme sport or a fall, you may need more than surgery. You may also benefit from specialist care, such as our orthopaedic trauma rehabilitation service, following your surgery.
Your consultant will guide a specialist team to focus on helping to restore your functional ability, strength, mobility and overall health with a fully personalised treatment plan that’s designed just for you.
Our multidisciplinary team approach means every patient gains access to the specialist care they need from a team of experts that includes trauma surgeons, rehabilitation doctors, plastic surgeons, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, psychologists, prosthetists, orthotists, nutritionists and more.
Your consultant will guide a specialist team to focus on helping to restore your functional ability, strength, mobility and overall health with a fully personalised treatment plan that’s designed just for you.
Our multidisciplinary team approach means every patient gains access to the specialist care they need from a team of experts that includes trauma surgeons, rehabilitation doctors, plastic surgeons, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, psychologists, prosthetists, orthotists, nutritionists and more.
Yes, we can. If you’re unsure about a diagnosis you’ve received, our experienced consultants are here to help investigate it, using state-of-the-art scanning technologies, tests and other diagnostic techniques. Book in for an initial consultation where you can talk about your symptoms and concerns.
As well as self-paying patients, we treat those with medical policies from all the major private insurers such as Bupa, AXA and many more. If you’re paying for your own treatment, and you're considering hip or knee replacement surgery, we offer fixed-price options to give you security and financial peace of mind.
Our patients’ stories
How Siri’s hip replacement got her back on track for a triathlon
When Siri, in her 40s, was told she’d need a hip replacement, she was shocked she’d need one at her age. But after hearing the benefits and undergoing surgery, she’s now back to full fitness and recently completed her first ever triathlon.
Getting back to normal after spinal surgery: Ruth’s story
When consultant spinal surgeon Mr Robert Lee first glanced at the MRI scan of retired music teacher Ruth’s lumbar spine, he did a double take.
Bode's successful spinal surgery at just 14
Bode's (14) surgery fitted her with one titanium and one cobalt chrome rod on either side of her spine held in place by 18 screws. Comparing the before and after X-Rays, they managed to make her spine perfectly straight which Bode says, "was incredible.” She’s now reassuring other young patients with Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis.
“Mr Thompson was super relaxed and said, ‘don't worry, we'll get you back on that skateboard and playing tennis’... I knew I could reach out if I ever had any concerns. I just felt very lucky!”