Mr Andrew Richards, Orthopaedic Surgeon
Mr Andrew Richards
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Mr Andrew Richards
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Mr Andrew Richards
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Mr Richards is a recommended Orthopaedic Surgeon
Recommendations for Mr Richards
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❝He was my registrar for a while and he's a very good shoulder surgeon.❞
by Mr Pat Gillham, Clinical Manager and Physiotherapist
❝I refer my shoulder patients to Mr Andrew Richards. He is really nice and personable, but also likes conservative treatments and not straightaway going down the surgical route, which, from my point of view, is really important.❞
by Mr Dave Cracknell, Physiotherapist
❝Mr Andy Richards has a good opinion, particularly with shoulder instability. Seems to make good decisions for his patients.❞
❝He was my registrar for a while and he's a very good shoulder surgeon.❞
by Mr Pat Gillham, Clinical Manager and Physiotherapist
❝I refer my shoulder patients to Mr Andrew Richards. He is really nice and personable, but also likes conservative treatments and not straightaway going down the surgical route, which, from my point of view, is really important.❞
by Mr Dave Cracknell, Physiotherapist
❝Mr Andy Richards has a good opinion, particularly with shoulder instability. Seems to make good decisions for his patients.❞
About Mr Andrew Richards
GMC number: 4343657
Year qualified: 1996
Place of primary qualification: University of London
Mr Andrew Richards is a highly esteemed consultant orthopaedic surgeon, specialising in shoulder and elbow surgery, as well as complex traumatic injuries of the upper limb. He has been a dedicated member of the medical team at Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London since his appointment in 2009.
Mr Richards completed his undergraduate studies in medicine at St. Mary's Hospital, London in 1996, where he also earned an Honours Degree in Physiology. He further honed his expertise during his specialist orthopaedic training on the South West Thames rotation, developing a keen interest in shoulder and elbow surgery and complex trauma surgery. His pursuit of excellence led him to a one-year fellowship at the prestigious John Hopkins Hospital in the USA, where his research on rotator cuff tears earned him a Master of Surgery degree. Additionally, he received advanced training in complex trauma and reconstructive surgery at the Rowley Bristow unit in Surrey and in arthroscopic techniques at Guy's and St. Thomas' Hospital in London.
At Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, Mr Richards runs a tertiary referral clinic that handles the most challenging cases, including the surgical reconstruction of complex shoulder and elbow injuries. His practice is exclusively focused on shoulder and elbow problems, with a particular interest in arthroscopic surgery for sports injuries.
Mr Richards is committed to using the latest techniques and delivering care to the highest standards. He collaborates closely with leading physiotherapists to provide an integrated approach to recovery, ensuring that patients can return to their daily activities or sports as swiftly as possible.
Mr Andrew Richards is dedicated to providing exceptional care and advancing the field of orthopaedic surgery through his expertise and innovative approach.
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