Mr David Donaldson

Mr David Donaldson is an established Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon dedicated to providing comprehensive diagnostic and surgical care for individuals affected by bone, joint, and soft tissue conditions. He delivers high-standard clinical evaluation and bespoke management plans for patients requiring both elective surgical interventions and emergency orthopaedic care. Committed to restoring function and enhancing mobility, he works closely with patients throughout every stage of their treatment journey.

In clinical practice, Mr Donaldson specialises in general trauma management and lower limb trauma. He possesses sub-specialist expertise in joint reconstruction, primary total knee replacement, and revision knee arthroplasty. Additionally, his clinical focus extends to soft tissue repair, reconstructive surgery, and wound debridement. Alongside his surgical commitments, Mr Donaldson maintains an active interest in clinical research regarding post-operative tissue changes and incision techniques to continuously refine surgical practices and promote optimal recovery outcomes.

Mr Donaldson obtained his Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree prior to completing higher specialist surgical training. He was awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Trauma and Orthopaedics, FRCS (T&O). He maintains professional affiliations with prestigious medical bodies, including the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the British Orthopaedic Association, ensuring his practice strictly aligns with contemporary standards of clinical excellence and evidence-based medicine.

Adopting a reassuring, patient-focused approach, Mr Donaldson collaborates with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver coordinated care. He evaluates each patient's unique circumstances to recommend appropriate non-surgical or surgical pathways, aiming to relieve discomfort, restore joint stability, and support long-term physical well-being.