Mr Christopher Thomas
MB ChB, FRCS (Tr & Orth), BMed Sci, PG Dip Orthopaedic Oncology
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17 years of experience
Newport, NP20 6ZE
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3 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Angus Maclean
Live bookings available
17 years of experience
Newport, NP20 6ZE
(+2 more)
3 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Angus Maclean
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About Mr Christopher Thomas
Mr Christopher Thomas is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at The Vale Hospital, part of Nuffield Health, and at St Joseph’s Hospital in Newport. He specialises in primary and revision hip and knee replacement, the management of painful and failing joint replacements, and the assessment and surgical removal of benign musculoskeletal tumours. He offers conventional and robot-assisted hip and knee replacements using technologies such as MAKO (Stryker), and frequently performs day case joint replacements.
Mr Thomas has performed over 150 joint replacements in the last 12 months, with a one-year revision rate of less than 0.5% as recorded in the National Joint Registry. He also has a strong focus on patient-specific implant positioning through custom guides, navigation, and robotics, and is particularly interested in improving peri-operative patient experience and recovery.
He graduated from Nottingham Medical School in 2008 and completed his orthopaedic specialist training in the West Midlands. He subsequently undertook fellowship training in Major Joint Reconstruction in Perth, Western Australia, and at the internationally recognised Exeter Hip Unit. He also holds a postgraduate diploma in Orthopaedic Oncology. Mr Thomas has developed and implemented enhanced recovery and day case joint replacement pathways across multiple hospitals.
He currently holds a consultant post at Princess of Wales Hospital, Royal Glamorgan Hospital, and Neath Port Talbot Hospital.
Subspecialties
- Knee Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
- Hip Surgery
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 7015944
Education
University of Nottingham
Medicine
Graduated 2008
Qualifications
PG Dip in Orthopaedic Oncology, UK
FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics), Royal College of Surgeons
MB ChB, University of Nottingham (2008)
BMedSci, University of Nottingham
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Bupa
- Cigna
- WPA
- Vitality
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- The Exeter
- Benenden Health
- Bupa Fee Assured
- The PHC
Fees
New appointment
£225Follow-up appointment
£120
Locations
St Joseph’s Hospital
Harding Avenue, Malpas, Newport, United Kingdom, NP20 6ZE
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Spire Cardiff Hospital
Croescadarn Rd, Pontprennau, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF23 8XL
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Nuffield Health Cardiff Vale
Hensol Castle Park, Hensol, Vale of Glamorgan, United Kingdom, CF72 8JX
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Mr Christopher Thomas consistently interacts with patients in a professional, clear, and friendly manner, making them feel safe and confident. Patients frequently report excellent outcomes following hip replacement and knee replacement surgery. He simplifies information and ensures all concerns are addressed, resulting in a positive and supported patient experience. Patients greatly value the success achieved through joint replacement surgery, leading to significant life changes.
Mr Thomas was perfect from initial appointment through to follow up.
From the first consultation, Mr Thomas explained everything clearly. He has been approachable, professional and friendly throughout. Following a successful surgery, he has ensured all my concerns are addressed. Aftercare has been excellent as is his bedside manner.
Chris Thomas is really approachable, professional and helpful. Everything is explained clearly and he is happy to answer any questions, however minor they may seem. I’m totally confident in his surgical ability and advice.
Thank you for the these kind words, and I am so pleased that everything went well
Fantastic care by Mr Thomas and all the medical staff , I felt very valued and cared for, I have some medical allergies and these were taken very seriously and I felt confident in the care provided. The anaethetist Kiran went over and above which totally reassured me . I could not have asked for better care and my hip replacement has changed my life for the better
I was very happy with the overall experience of having a hip replacement by Mr Chris Thomas. He was professional but very approachable. Excellent outcome and would definitely recommend him.
I felt that I was in safe hands from the onset. With regular appointments post surgery to advise me of my recovery
Excellent service from Mr Thomas. Everything explained in clear detail from first appointment through to post surgery sign off. Fantastic bedside manner gave me great confidence throughout the process.
Skill Endorsements
Chris is a highly valued member of the team. Very experienced in hip and knee replacement, he also specialises in revision surgery and more complex cases.
16 Jun 2026
Mr Angus Maclean
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Mr Christopher Thomas's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 43 reviews.
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Mr Christopher Thomas speaks English
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Mr Christopher Thomas primarily practices at St Joseph’s Hospital, located at Harding Avenue, Malpas, Newport, United Kingdom, NP20 6ZE
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Mr Christopher Thomas is working Monday (16:30 - 18:00, 13:30 - 16:00), Friday (08:30 - 12:30, 13:30 - 16:30)
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