Mr Henry Atkinson

Written by a private patient at The Kings Oak Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

I first dislocated my knee in 2004, but was too young for a replacement, so fast forwards to 2022 and during the summer while at work (as a London Fire Fighter) my knee started to swell up and give me a lot of pain. I went to see Mr Atkinson who gave me a series of scans, listened to the whole history of my knee and then we decided that a full replacement was required. He recommended that a custom joint was made for me, which we had done and then I was operated on. After the operation (2 month post op) I was no longer in any pain, other than some muscular from physio, but the pain from my knee has now gone. I am walking better than I have in years, and without realising it I even ran to catch a train. Something i haven't been able to do for some time. In our last meeting Mr Atkinson said he was very pleased with my outcome as when he 'got inside my knee' he found that it was far worse than the scans showed it to be. He has to shave some bone spurs and clean my knee cap as well. I'm glad he is very pleased, because I am over the moon! I could not have wished for a better result! He pre op consultations were very clear, informed, he listened extremely well, and offered advice throughout. When it came to the actual operation he was clear and explained everything that would be happening and did his best to put me at ease in the theatre. Post op, in the hospital he explained what had happened during the operation and how he thought it went. During the next consultation he spoke with me further about what is likely to happen in the future and to 'curb my enthusiasm for running', at least until it has fully healed. I cannot recommend him highly enough. I wish I had seen him 20 years ago when I first damaged my knee, maybe I wouldn't have needed a replacement now.

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Written by a NHS patient at Highgate Hospital Ltd

From the moment I met Henry I knew I was in a pair of experienced, thorough and kind hands. I was pretty anxious about my procedure but Henry gave me the confidence to crack on and get it done. Henry really does have the common and yet direct touch that so many in his profession lack. He's a top talent.

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Written by a private patient at London Bridge Hospital

Dr Atkinson is nothing short of incredible. He has replaced both of my hips and both of my knees within 14 months. He has been incredibly clear throughout the process, sharing relevant information in an understandable way allowing me to make the decisions with his guidance and support. He is always available for follow up questions. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

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Written by a NHS patient at The Cavell Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

Mr Atkinson replaced my Left knee on November 5th at the Cavell Hospital as an NHS patient. Mr Atkinson is an amazing surgeon. He puts you at ease and talked me through the pros and cons of the operation in both the consultation and on the day of the operation. He has a great sense of humour. As both of my knees have been replaced I will not be seeing Mr Atkinson until my hips need replacing. I will ask for him as he was excellent.

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Written by a NHS patient at Highgate Hospital Ltd

It is now three months since my total hip replacement and I now able to give a comprehensive and considered response. I was seen as an NHS patient at the Nuffield Aspen hospital in Highgate and was treated with care and concern by all members of the surgical, nursing and physio team involved in my surgery and post operative care and recovery. As regards my physical and mobilty recovery , friends who saw me in the first two weeks after my surgery were surprised and impressed by my mobility, as I was. In conclusion, should I require further orthopedic surgery, I would wholeheartedly recommend the team who treated me and hope that the surgeon would be Mr Henry Atkinson.

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