Birmingham hip surgeons: Find the right expert

The benefits of seeing a consultant for hip replacement surgery in Birmingham, UK

The hip joint is the second largest in the human body (beaten only by the knee joint), and, like the knee joint, takes a lot of the stresses and strains when we move about. Years of wear-and-tear can all contribute to hip pain and while rest and over-the-counter painkillers might help pain go away, if your hip pain is persistent, you should consider seeing a Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham consultant about hip surgery.

The benefits of hip surgery include:

Pain relief: this is the main benefit. Hip pain can affect all areas of your life, so easing it following surgery can provide a better quality of life.

High success rate: hip replacement surgery boasts a high success rate. A massive 95% of patients² report feeling very pleased with the outcome of their operation.

Improved strength and mobility: this is another major benefit. Hip replacement patients should be able to carry out simple tasks like climbing the stairs and walking without the use of an aid.

Long-lasting results: artificial hip implants are designed to be long-lasting, with studies showing that 80-85% of hip replacements are still working 20 years after insertion.

Enhanced quality of life: reclaiming the ability to carry out simple tasks like walking and climbing the stairs can have extremely beneficial effects on a person’s mental wellbeing. A patient can feel much more independent and less of a burden on their support network.

Watch Video

1 1

Next slide Previous slide

Types of hip specialist in Birmingham

The best type of specialist to carry out hip surgery will be an orthopaedic consultant who specialises in hip joint replacement surgery. These professionals have undergone extensive training in the management of hip conditions, such as osteoarthritis, hip fractures, and other hip problems.

Further types of specialisations available in Birmingham include:

Hip arthroscopy surgeons: these specialise in minimally invasive surgical techniques that involve the insertion of a small camera into the hip joint.

Minimally invasive hip surgeons: these specialise in techniques that use smaller incisions and specialised instruments to reduce tissue damage, minimise scarring, and accelerate recovery.

Hip replacement surgeons in Birmingham

Our specialist hip consultants in Birmingham perform high volumes of joint replacement procedures with excellent success rates. Here’s a selection of our friendly, experienced surgeons based in Birmingham.

Hip pain consultants in Birmingham

Suffering from persistent hip pain? It might be time to see a hip pain consultant. The benefits of seeing a hip pain specialist are numerous. He or she will ask about your general health as well as your family medical history. You’ll also have a physical assessment (if necessary) which may include blood tests or X-rays. At the end of this consultation, your hip specialist will decide whether you need treatment.

There is no shortage of hip specialists in Birmingham to choose from, and you can sift through them on our dedicated Consultants page.

Sports injury hip specialists in Birmingham

Is a hip injury keeping you on the side lines? At Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham, we have hip specialists with years of experience of managing sporting related injuries and conditions.

How to choose the best hip surgeon in Birmingham

Cadbury’s chocolate. Heavy metal music. The genius behind The Lord of the Rings books. There are many things we’re proud of in Birmingham, and at Practice Plus Group, another to add to the list is the first-class, experienced team of consultants we work with. And finding the right surgeon in Birmingham for you is a cinch! The guidance outlined below on choosing the best hip replacement surgeon will show you why.

Experience

One of the most important factors to consider is consultant experience. You’ll want to know that your chosen surgeon is capable and experienced in carrying out your specific procedure. Look for surgeons who have completed specialist training with a focus on hip replacements. Experienced surgeons are more likely to have encountered a broad range of cases, which may increase their success rates.

Credentials

Check whether any past patients have had your procedure. Do they recommend a particular surgeon? Ask for statistics on a surgeon’s complication rates and ask how they would manage any complications. Look for surgeons who are members of specialist hip replacement surgery societies or registered with professional associations (e.g. the General Medical Council or the British Orthopaedic Association).

Reviews

Patient satisfaction is an important indicator of the quality of care provided by a surgeon or hospital. Look for reviews from previous patients, particularly those who have had hip replacement surgery; this will provide insight into the surgeon’s bedside manner, communication skills, and overall level of care.

“From being house-bound to getting back to the hobbies I enjoy is a wonderful feeling!”

Gerald Goddard, hip replacement patient, Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham

Private vs NHS

There are several differences between private and NHS hip consultants in Birmingham. The main reason people choose the private healthcare route is the shorter waiting times. Private and NHS waiting times to see a consultant and for treatment can vary greatly. At Wellsoon from Practice Plus Group, it’s just 1-2 weeks to see a consultant and 4-6 weeks for treatment (if needed). At the Royal Orthopaedic NHS Trust Hospital just south of the city centre, the waiting time for orthopaedics is currently 14 weeks for a consultation and a further 15 weeks for treatment.³

The hospitals or clinics they work in

With Wellsoon from Practice Plus Group, our Birmingham-based hip consultants offer high-quality treatment and state-of-the-art facilities. All our hospitals enjoy 100% clean records for hospital acquired infections while 99% of all past patients would recommend us to friends and family.

How much does it cost to see a hip consultant in Birmingham?

With Wellsoon, from Practice Plus Group, the cost to see a private consultant for a troublesome hip is £95. Following tests, if you need treatment, the costs start from £240 for in-clinic injections to £12,549 for hip replacement.

Private treatment can be accessed by making a one-off payment, via existing private health insurance, or by using our flexible finance options.

Wellsoon is our patient-centred service designed to provide you with a wide range of top-quality treatment options.

Our goal? Well, there’s actually more than one: to make private healthcare as easy as possible for you to access and to get you treated and pain-free as swiftly as possible – let us add a little pain-free sunshine back to your day. We call it the “Wellsoon effect.”

Meet our orthopaedic hip surgeons in Birmingham, UK

Name: Kenan Dehne
Location: Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham
Qualifications: CCST (Trauma and Orthopaedic surgery)
MRCS (Edinburgh)
MCh (HONS) & MD, Damascus University
Specialities: hip, knee, hand and wrist surgery, and sports injury
Quote: “Life is motion and motion is life.”
Reviews: “He truly is a great surgeon cannot praise him enough or thank him enough for the surgery on my knee, thank you Mr Dehne” – Lesley, knee surgery patient

What makes our consultants the best hip replacement surgeons in Birmingham?

With awards, memberships and fellowships to prestigious medical institutions, decades of experience, and an emphasis on treating the patient, not the condition, our Birmingham consultants are among the best in the city.

Our hip replacement surgeons in the Birmingham area will work with you to achieve the goal of ensuring you receive first-class care during your healthcare journey.

Hip conditions we treat in Birmingham

At Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham, we’re proud to offer a wide range of different treatments for hip pain. The type of hip replacement surgery you have will depend on your particular needs. They include:

• Total hip replacement: this is the most common operation, involving the removal of the joint. The painful or worn-out joint is replaced with an artificial hip joint.
• Partial hip replacement: this is an option if only part of the hip joint is damaged, replacing the femoral head.

How it works

If you think you might need hip surgery, the first step is to book an initial consultation. This will involve a discussion with one of our hip specialists, who will carry out tests and ask questions about your general health. At the end of your consultation, your consultant will provide a diagnosis and decide whether you need treatment.

Private patients at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham can expect to have their hip surgery just 4-6 weeks after consultation.

Acknowledgements