Dr Christopher Whelton

Dr Christopher Whelton is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon who specialises in the diagnosis, management, and surgical treatment of complex lower limb and musculoskeletal conditions. With a refined clinical focus on hip and knee disorders, he provides comprehensive care tailored to the individual needs of each patient. Dr Whelton is committed to delivering evidence-based surgical solutions, aiming to relieve pain, restore mobility, and significantly improve quality of life for individuals suffering from joint degeneration or traumatic injuries.

After completing his higher specialist surgical training in trauma and orthopaedic surgery, Dr Whelton completed prestigious specialist surgical fellowships in complex hip arthroplasty, revision joint replacement, and pelvic and acetabular trauma at leading tertiary healthcare centres in England. Alongside his clinical practice, he maintains an active role in medical education and research. He regularly serves as a faculty member on advanced orthopaedic training courses and has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed research publications on hip kinematics, joint replacement techniques, and surgical outcomes.

In his clinical practice, Dr Whelton possesses extensive expertise encompassing both primary and complex surgical procedures, including total hip replacement, total knee replacement, and revision hip surgery. He holds a specialist clinical interest in treating pelvic and acetabular trauma, periprosthetic fractures, and challenging joint reconstructions. Dr Whelton approaches patient care with reassuring clarity, ensuring individuals are fully informed, comfortable, and supported throughout their treatment pathway, from initial consultation through to post-operative recovery.