Mr Jaison Patel – Consultant Knee Specialist in London & Essex

If knee pain, swelling, instability or stiffness is stopping you from enjoying everyday life, playing sport or simply walking without discomfort, expert assessment can make all the difference.

Mr Jaison Patel is a highly experienced Consultant Knee Surgeon who specialises exclusively in diagnosing and treating conditions of the knee. From recent sporting injuries and ligament tears to arthritis, failed previous surgery and complex revision knee replacement, he provides expert, evidence-based care tailored to each individual patient.

With an exclusive focus on knee surgery, Mr Patel combines the latest surgical techniques with personalised treatment plans to help patients regain confidence, restore function and return to the activities that matter most to them.

He consults privately at the world-renowned Fortius Clinic in London, London Bridge Hospital and The Holly Private Hospital in Essex, offering rapid access to specialist assessment, advanced imaging and comprehensive treatment.

Alongside his private practice, Mr Patel is a substantive NHS Consultant at Barts Health NHS Trust, based at The Royal London Hospital. He leads one of the region's specialist tertiary services for complex knee disorders, persistent knee pain and failed knee surgery, regularly managing patients referred from across the UK for expert second opinions and highly specialised treatment.

He is the Complex Major Revision Knee Network Lead for North East London and serves on the Executive Committee of the British Association for Surgery of the Knee (BASK), reflecting his commitment to advancing knee surgery and delivering the highest standards of patient care.

Do You Have Any of These Knee Symptoms?

Whether your symptoms have developed suddenly after an injury or gradually over time, Mr Patel regularly assesses patients experiencing:

• Knee pain
• Knee swelling or recurrent fluid on the knee
• Knee stiffness, particularly after rest or first thing in the morning
• Knee instability or the knee giving way
• Locking or catching sensations
• Clicking, grinding or painful movement
• Pain walking, running, squatting or climbing stairs
• Difficulty kneeling
• Reduced movement or flexibility
• Pain after sport or exercise
• Night pain or pain at rest
• Loss of confidence in the knee
• Persistent symptoms despite previous treatment or physiotherapy

Many knee problems worsen if left untreated. An accurate diagnosis is often the first step towards lasting relief.

Knee Conditions Treated

Mr Patel specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of the full spectrum of knee conditions, including:

Sports Injuries

Jaison has experience in treating high level sports men and women in a variety of sports including football, rugby, tennis, netball, hockey, MMA, athletics, gymnastics, basketball, running, cricket and more.

• ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) injuries
• PCL (Posterior Cruciate Ligament) injuries
• MCL and LCL ligament injuries
• Multi-ligament knee injuries
• Meniscus tears
• Cartilage injuries
• Patella (kneecap) instability
• Complex knee trauma

Degenerative Knee Conditions

• Knee osteoarthritis
• Cartilage wear and degeneration
• Patellofemoral arthritis
• Anterior knee pain
• Chronic knee instability

Complex & Revision Knee Surgery

Mr Patel is internationally recognised for treating patients whose knee problems have not improved with previous treatment. These include:

• Painful knee replacements
• Failed knee replacement surgery
• Complex revision knee replacement
• Persistent pain after previous knee surgery
• Complex second opinions

Treatments Tailored to You

No two patients are the same. Mr Patel believes treatment should always be tailored to your diagnosis, lifestyle, expectations and personal goals.

Wherever possible, non-surgical treatment is considered first. When surgery offers the best chance of recovery, every procedure is carefully planned using modern, evidence-based techniques.

Treatments include:

• Arthroscopic (keyhole) knee surgery
• ACL reconstruction
• Multi-ligament knee reconstruction
• Meniscus repair
• Meniscus transplantation
• Cartilage restoration procedures
• Osteotomy (realignment surgery)
• Partial knee replacement
• Total knee replacement
• Complex revision knee replacement

Mr Patel performs a high volume of knee ligament reconstructions, knee replacements and complex revision procedures every year, treating everyone from recreational athletes to elite sportspeople and patients with highly complex knee problems.

Why Choose Mr Jaison Patel?

Choosing a surgeon is an important decision. Patients seek Mr Patel's expertise because he offers:

• An exclusive practice dedicated entirely to knee surgery
• Rapid access to specialist assessment and diagnosis
• Expertise in both straightforward and highly complex knee conditions
• Regional leadership in complex revision knee surgery
• Personalised treatment plans based on the latest evidence
• Clear, honest advice with no unnecessary surgery
• A collaborative approach involving physiotherapists, sports physicians and rehabilitation specialists
• Comprehensive care from diagnosis through to full recovery
• His philosophy is simple: provide the right treatment, at the right time, for the right patient.

Training & Expertise

Mr Patel graduated from Barts and The London School of Medicine before completing higher surgical training on the prestigious Cambridge Orthopaedic Training Programme.

He then undertook advanced fellowship training in complex knee surgery at the internationally renowned Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Oxford, one of the UK's leading centres for knee surgery. He has also visited internationally recognised centres of excellence, continually refining his techniques to ensure patients benefit from the latest advances in knee surgery.

A Personal Approach to Knee Care

Mr Patel understands that living with knee pain affects every aspect of life—from work and family responsibilities to sport and everyday activities.

He believes that excellent care begins with listening. Every consultation is designed to provide a thorough assessment, an accurate diagnosis and a clear explanation of what is causing your symptoms. Patients receive honest advice about every available treatment option, expected recovery times and rehabilitation, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.

Whether your goal is returning to elite sport, keeping up with your children, walking pain-free or simply regaining confidence in your knee, Mr Patel is committed to helping you achieve the best possible outcome with compassionate, expert care.