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Mr David John Allen

MBChB, FRCSEd (Tr & Orth), MSc

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Live bookings available

32 years of experience

Glasgow, G12 0PJ

5 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Nick Ohly, Mr Shanmugasundaram Rajkumar

4.97

/5

(123 reviews)

Live bookings available

32 years of experience

Glasgow, G12 0PJ

5 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Nick Ohly, Mr Shanmugasundaram Rajkumar

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
85
1
Knee Replacement
16
2
Total Knee Replacement
12

Contact

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About Mr David John Allen

Mr David Allen is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon who has performed or directly supervised over 5500 hip and knee replacements. He has extensive experience of robot assisted surgery and has now performed many daycase joint replacements. He sees private patients at the Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital and also works at the Golden Jubilee, rated the UK's top NHS hospital by patients. He trains post CCT fellows (surgeons who have qualified as consultants but seek additional specialist training before taking up a post).

He has an MSc with Distinction in Biomedical Engineering, Mr Allen completed his higher surgical training with the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital. He did an Adult Reconstruction Fellowship in Ottawa, Canada. He is an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons and a reviewer for the Bone & Joint Journal.


Subspecialties

  • Knee Surgery
  • Hip Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(150)
Skill Endorsements
(6)

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Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
85
1
Knee Replacement
16
2
Total Knee Replacement
12
Arthritis (Hip)
10
1
Partial Knee Replacement
6
Knee Pain
4
Osteoarthritis
4
Knee Arthroscopy
3
Robotic Assisted Knee Surgery
3
Hip and Groin Pain
2
1
Robotic Assisted Partial Knee Replacement
2
Torn Meniscus (Cartilage)
1
Hip Arthroscopy
1
Robotic Assisted Hip Surgery
1
Knee Injections
1
Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
Joint Injection
Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the Hip
Patellofemoral Joint Replacement

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4123190


Education

University of Dundee

Medicine

Graduated 1994


Qualifications

Education

MBChB Dundee University 1994

FRCS Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 1998

FRCS (Tr&orth) Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2006

MSc with Distinction (Biomedical Engineering) Strathclyde University 2003


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Aviva Health
  • AXA Health
  • Aetna
  • Vitality
  • WPA
  • Healix Health Services

Fees

  • New appointment

    £180.00
  • Follow-up appointment

    £100.00
*May vary on location

Locations

Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital

25 Beaconsfield Road, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G12 0PJ

4.89(653 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
14:30 - 16:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
09:30 - 11:30
Saturday
Sunday

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
14:30 - 16:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
09:30 - 11:30
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
85
1
Knee Replacement
16
2
Total Knee Replacement
12

Contact

Book online

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr David John Allen is professional, friendly, and easy to talk to, providing clear explanations and reassuring patients. He gives full details on procedures like hip and knee replacements, including pre-op, post-op, risks, and recovery. Patients feel comfortable and confident, achieving pain relief, better movement, and a fast return to daily activities. Hip and knee replacement operations are his main surgical focus.

5
verified patient
25 Sep 2026

Very professional and helpful

5
verified patient
15 Sep 2026

Absolutely first class. A wonderful surgeon -everything was explained clearly and succinctly and my surgery was carried out in the most professional manner.

5
verified patient
18 Aug 2026

Mr Allen made me feel completely at ease during my meetings with him. Informative and explained my procedure in detail prior to surgery. Happy to answer any questions.

5
verified patient
24 Jul 2026

It was very simple. The operation has been a complete success and my recovery has been excellent. Couldn’t be more pleased with the whole procedure with Mr Allen from the beginning to sign off.

5
verified patient
10 Jul 2026

Mr Allen was very attentive, had a calm and reassuring manner and made me feel completely at ease. Explained procedure thoroughly

5
verified patient
26 Jun 2026

I can’t fault Mr Allen, from my first consultation too my latest face to face, every step has been made so personal and intimate, I felt totally at ease and confident in everything he said, the whole experience has been totally worth going through.

5
verified patient
26 Jun 2026

Mr Allen is very professional and explained everything clearly so I knew what to expect.

5
verified patient
12 Jun 2026

Taken on time, asked the questions I wanted to ask Mr Allen related to my recent operation , Mr Allen took time to go over everything in detail and went over my pre and Post X-rays with me, he also covered any further rehabilitation I had concerns about and reassured me I had no problem moving on in the future.

5
verified patient
22 May 2026

Mr Allen was informative and helped put my mind at ease. Very professional.

5
verified patient
15 May 2026

Excellent

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Skill Endorsements

I have worked with David for more than 10 years. He is a respected colleague, and an experienced and highly skilled surgeon who has helped many patients regain an active and pain-free lifestyle. He is also great fun!

19 May 2026
Endorsed for
Knee Replacement
Arthritis (Hip)

Mr Nick Ohly

Mr Nick Ohly

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

Mr Allen is a well recognised hip and knee surgeon based at Golden Jubilee Hospital and liked by his colleagues and patients alike

18 May 2026
Endorsed for
Knee Replacement
Knee Injections
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)

Mr Shanmugasundaram Rajkumar

Mr Shanmugasundaram Rajkumar

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

FAQ

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Mr David John Allen's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 123 reviews.

What languages does Mr David John Allen speak?

Mr David John Allen speaks English

Where is Mr David John Allen located?

Mr David John Allen primarily practices at Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital, located at 25 Beaconsfield Road, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G12 0PJ
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What are Mr David John Allen working hours?

Mr David John Allen is working Tuesday (14:30 - 16:00), Friday (09:30 - 11:30)

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