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Mr Desmond Gibson

MB BCh

Orthopaedic Surgeon

24 years of experience

Ballykelly, BT49 9HS

6 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Manus MacGabhann, Professor Mark O'Donnell

4.99

/5

(144 reviews)

24 years of experience

Ballykelly, BT49 9HS

6 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Manus MacGabhann, Professor Mark O'Donnell

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Endorsements
Hip Replacement
61
Knee Replacement
48
1
Knee Pain
9

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About Mr Desmond Gibson

Mr Desmond Gibson is a consultant orthopaedic surgeon based at Kingsbridge Private Hospital. he gained his medical degree in 2001 from Queens University of Belfast.

Mr Gibson specialises in the area of foot and ankle disorders, in addition to lower limb trauma and hip and knee arthroplasty (replacement).


Subspecialties

  • Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(144)
Endorsements
(4)

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Hip Replacement
61
Knee Replacement
48
1
Knee Pain
9
Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
3
1
Total Knee Replacement
4
Arthritis (Knee)
4
Arthroscopy
2
Foot Pain
2
Back Pain
2
Sports Injuries
1
Knee Arthroscopy
1
Bunion (Hallux Valgus) Correction
1
Cataract Surgery
1
Joint Pain
1
Foot Fractures
1
Achilles Tendon Problems
1
Arthritis (Foot)
1
Swollen Feet & Ankles
1
Ankle Tendonitis
1
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
1
Ankle Sprain
Arthritis (Ankle)

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6032199


Education

Queens University

Medicine

Graduated 2001


Qualifications

MB BCh 2001 Queens University of Belfast

MCh Orthopaedic Surgery Dublin

Certificate Completion specialist training : Northern Ireland Deanery

Fellowship trained Foot & Ankle Surgery

Fellowship trained Hip & Knee Replacement


Languages spoken

  • English

Location

All locations for Mr Desmond Gibson

Kingsbridge North West Hospital

4.87

(7899)

Church Hill house, Main Street, Ballykelly, United Kingdom, BT49 9HS

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Patients find Mr Desmond Gibson friendly and professional. He provides clear and thorough explanations of procedures, ensuring patients feel at ease before and after surgery. Many report positive outcomes from their operations, including pain relief and improved mobility. Feedback highlights hip replacement and knee replacement as major themes.

5.0
verified patient
03 Jan 2026

Dessie was a top guy a brilliant way about him to provide reassurance and advice to improve the situation. I will be recommending him to other sports people as he was so informative and my only regret was that I hadn’t invested sooner!

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
05 Dec 2025

Perfection...

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
05 Dec 2025

Gentleman who explained everything clearly

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
05 Dec 2025

He was unbelievable explaining everything and was up after operation to see how you were first class made you feel good

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
21 Nov 2025

Mr Gibson was very friendly and professional.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
21 Nov 2025

Mr Gibson explained in detail about the procedure I had.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
21 Nov 2025

Mr Gibson I will be eternally grateful for your expertise, care, attention and genuine interest in my situation. I can’t Thank you enough.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
11 Nov 2025

Mr Gibson was very good at relaxing the patient prior to surgery

5.0
verified patient
07 Nov 2025

Could do with more parking spaces

5.0
verified patient
25 Oct 2025

Mr Gibson made me feel so at ease due to never having surgery before.

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Endorsements

Excellent Surgeon that always make sure all his patients receive the best care pre and post operatively.

04 Mar 2024
Endorsed for
Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
Arthritis (Foot)
Knee Replacement

DM

Dr Manus MacGabhann

Physiotherapist
I have referred patients to them

Mr Gibson is very patient orientated and will always go above and beyond to assist and address his patients' clinical needs.

28 Feb 2024
Endorsed for
Trauma Surgery
Foot & Ankle Surgery

Professor Mark O'Donnell

Professor Mark O'Donnell

Vascular Surgeon
I have referred patients to them

FAQ

What are Mr Desmond Gibson's reviews like?

Mr Desmond Gibson's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 144 reviews.

What languages does Mr Desmond Gibson speak?

Mr Desmond Gibson speaks English

Where is Mr Desmond Gibson located?

Mr Desmond Gibson primarily practices at Kingsbridge North West Hospital, located at Church Hill house, Main Street, Ballykelly, United Kingdom, BT49 9HS
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