Mr David Shields
MBChB DipMedEd MSc Trauma Surgery (Dist) FRCS(Tr&Orth) PhD
17 years of experience
Glasgow, G52 3NQ
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by Mr Ian Kennedy, Mr Rishi Dhir and 18 other professionals
17 years of experience
Glasgow, G52 3NQ
(+1 more)
50 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Ian Kennedy, Mr Rishi Dhir and 18 other professionals
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About Mr David Shields
Mr David Shields is a Consultant Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital and Honorary Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Glasgow. His clinical areas of interest are complex upper limb injuries and limb reconstruction.
Mr Shields’s primary medical degree was from the University of Glasgow in 2009, with subsequent post graduate degrees in Medical Education (University of Dundee), Trauma Surgery (University of Swansea) and a PhD in Biomedical Engineering (University of Glasgow). He then undertook 3 prestigious fellowships, as an AO Trauma Fellow (Bern, Switzerland) then an upper limb fellow (Wrightington, England) then Trauma & Reconstruction (Sheffield, England). He is a member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Society, British Elbow and Shoulder Society and is currently on the executive committee for the Bone and Joint Infection Society and the research sub-committee for the British Limb Reconstruction Society.
As an Honorary Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Glasgow, Mr Shields maintains an active role in research having published a multitude of peer review articles, is an editor for McRae’s Orthopaedic textbook and regularly presents a international conferences. Additionally he currently receives academic funding from Medical Research Scotland, Engineering and Physical Science Reasearch Council and Medical Research Council. He leads a small research group and supervises a PhD student, masters student, research associates and clinical research fellows.
Subspecialties
- Hand & Wrist Surgery
- Hand Surgery
- Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 7036933
Education
University of Glasgow
Medicine
Graduated 2009
University of Dundee
Medical Education
Graduated 2019
Swansea University
Trauma Surgery
Graduated 2014
University of Glasgow
Biomedical Engineering
Graduated 2019
Royal College of Surgeons
Trauma & Orthopaedics
Graduated 2021
Publications
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11 / 12 / 2024
Survivorship of the Stryker Ascend Flex uncemented metaphyseal bearing stem at a minimum 2-and 5-year follow-up
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11 / 12 / 2024
Proceedings of the United Kingdom Periprosthetic Joint Infection Meeting 2022: Fracture-Related Infection Session
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11 / 12 / 2024
Shaking Up Bone Regeneration: A Review of Nanovibrational Stimulation on Signalling Pathways in the Pursuit of a Cellular Therapy-Based Bone Graft Substitute
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Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- General and Medical
- Cigna
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- WPA
- Bupa
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Healix Health Services
- Vitality
- Benenden Health
Fees
New appointment
£220Follow-up appointment
£150
Locations
Ross Hall Clinic Braehead (part of Circle Health Group)
Kings Inch Place, Renfrew, United Kingdom, PA4 8WF
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Ross Hall Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)
221 Crookston Road, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G52 3NQ
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AI Review Summary
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Mr David Shields offers clear explanations and maintains a reassuring approach, ensuring patients feel at ease. Patients commend his expertise in procedures such as shoulder surgery, including cortisone injections, and addressing conditions of the hands and elbows. MRI scans are integral for precise diagnosis. Patient feedback reveals a strong focus on complex shoulder conditions and various carpal tunnel issues.
Mr Shields explained everything very clearly and put me at ease re procedure involved.
Clearly explained the mri results and next steps
I'm glad that everything was explained clearly.
Very helpful appointment today. My concerns were discussed and fully addressed clearly and sympathetically.
Thank you for your kind feedback. I’m pleased we were able to address your concerns clearly and put your mind at ease. It was a pleasure to see you.
Easy to talk too
I’m really pleased you felt comfortable and able to talk openly with me.
Very reassuring , informative and friendly. Took time to explain my injury and adapted my rehab to my circumstances which was great. Very efficient follow up Would 100% recommend
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. I’m delighted you felt reassured and that your rehabilitation was tailored to your circumstances. It was a pleasure to look after you.
Extremely professional and great empathy explained everything in a way that I could understand
I'm glad you felt listened to and that everything was explained clearly and in a way that was easy to understand.
Mr Shields was friendly and easy to speak to and after examining me clearly explained to me what was causing the pain I was experiencing and what needed to be done.
Thank you for your kind words. It's nice to know you felt at ease and that I was able to explain the cause of your pain and the treatment options clearly.
First class
I’m very pleased you had a first-class experience.
Straight forward appointment after MRI, discussing outcome
I’m glad the appointment was straightforward and that we were able to discuss your MRI results and the next steps clearly.
what a wonderful experience from being greeted on arrival to the lovely reception team who had loads of time and patience and then the consultant who took loads of time to LISTEN and discuss my options
Thank you for your lovely feedback. I’m very pleased you felt listened to and that we had time to discuss your options. I’ll also pass your kind words on to the reception team.
Skill Endorsements
Mr Ian Kennedy
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Mr Rishi Dhir
Orthopaedic SurgeonMr Shields is a great shoulder and hand surgeon with excellent surgical and interpersonal skills , liked by his colleagues and patient alike!
02 Sep 2025
Mr Shanmugasundaram Rajkumar
Orthopaedic SurgeonExcellent surgeon with cutting-edge surgical skills and up-to-date knowledge. Highly recommend him!
15 Jul 2025
Mr Peter Domos
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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11 December 2024
scholar.google.de
PASSIVE PRONOSUPINATION IS NOT VALUABLE IN PREDICTION OF RADIUS MALREDUCTION – A CADAVERIC STUDY
The management of displaced forearm diaphyseal fractures in adults is predominantly operative. Anatomical reduction is necessary to infer optimal motion and strength. The authors have observed an intraoperative technique where passive pronosupination is examined to assess quality of reduction as a surrogate marker for active movement.
30 May 2016
boneandjoint.org.uk
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy for Closed Surgical Wounds in Musculoskeletal Oncology Patients - A Case-Control Trial
Following excision of musculoskeletal tumours, patients are at high risk of wound issues such as infection, dehiscence and delayed healing. This is due to a multitude of factors including the invasive nature of the disease, extensive soft tissue dissection, disruption to blood and lymphatic drainage, residual cavity and adjuvant therapies. The use of negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) has a growing body of evidence on its beneficial effect of wound healing such as promoting cell differentiation, minimising oedema and thermoregulation. Traditionally, these dressings have been used for open or dehisced wounds; however recent research has investigated its role in closed wounds.
31 May 2017
pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Radiofrequency ablation for osteoid osteoma - Recurrence rates and predictive factors - PubMed
The traditional cut off between osteoid osteoma and osteoblastoma appears less rigidly defined than previously thought and probably represents a progressive scale with larger lesions responding less well to RFA. This study indicates that each millimetre increase represents a ×1.33 chance of recurren …
18 June 2018
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Mr David Shields primarily practices at Ross Hall Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at 221 Crookston Road, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G52 3NQ
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