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Mr Andrew James

MBBS, MSc, FRCS (Tr&Orth)

Orthopaedic Surgeon

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28 years of experience

Milton Keynes, MK6 5LR

(+2 more)

32 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Adam Shakir, Ms Alison Hunt and 7 other professionals

4.99

/5

(92 reviews)

Live bookings available

28 years of experience

Milton Keynes, MK6 5LR

(+2 more)

32 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Adam Shakir, Ms Alison Hunt and 7 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Lumbar Decompression Surgery
31
1
Lower Back Pain
27
2
Discectomy
19

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About Mr Andrew James

Mr/Dr Andrew James is a Consultant Orthopaedic Spinal Surgeon based in Milton Keynes. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. 

He currently works for the NHS at Milton Keynes University Hospital (previously also at Stoke Mandeville Hospital in Buckinghamshire). He works from the Saxon Clinic where Outpatient Consultations and Surgery is undertaken.

He was Clinical Director of the MSK Department Orthopaedics MKUH from 2016-2023.

Mr James completed his medical degree at the University of London in 1998, followed by his basic surgical training in Northampton. He later completed his professional training in Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery in Oxford and Atkinson Morley. 

He completed his Specialist Registrar Training in Trauma and Orthopaedic surgery in the Oxford Deanery, gaining Specialist recognition via the CCT route. Followed by a years' AO Spine Fellowship and then a further years' Fellowship at Leeds Spinal Unit. Mr James also holds a Master's degree in Orthopaedic Surgery from the University of Warwick.

Mr James has clinic interests in all areas of adult spinal surgery, excluding paediatrics and spinal tumours. He sees patients with back pain, neck pain with arm pain, spinal compression and disc injuries. He offers a range of treatments including the following:

  • Lumbar laminectomy
  • Lumbar microdiscectomy
  • Lumbar microsurgery
  • Lumbar spinal decompression surgery
  • Spinal fusion surgery
  • Steroid injection therapy

He is active in research and his research interest is in disc replacement technologies and spinal surgery outcomes. In addition to his research work, he also currently supervises trainees, fellows and medical students as part of their educational mentorship.


Subspecialties

  • Sports Injury
  • Spinal Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(180)
Skill Endorsements
(34)

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Lumbar Decompression Surgery
31
1
Lower Back Pain
27
2
Discectomy
19
Back Pain
13
2
Sciatica Surgery
11
Microdiscectomy
8
2
Steroid Injection
7
Spinal Decompression
6
2
Degenerative Disc Disease
6
Spinal Surgery
6
Sciatica
5
2
Spinal Fusion
4
1
Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
4
1
Slipped / Prolapsed / Herniated Disc
3
2
Nerve Block
3
2
Vertebral Compression Fracture
3
MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
3
Epidural
2
1
Spinal Pain
2
1
Disc Injuries
2
1
Neck Pain
2
Fracture (Broken Bone)
2
Spinal Cord Compression
2
Spinal Stenosis
1
3
Lower Back Surgery
1
3
Video Consultation
1
1
Sports Injuries
1
Shoulder Pain
1
Thoracic (Back) Surgery
1
Spine Fractures and Trauma
1
Chronic Neck Pain
1
Hand Pain
1
Hand Problems
1
Hand Fractures
1
Hip and Groin Pain
1
Wrist Pain
1
Spinal Injections
1
Clear + Brilliant Treatment
1
Revision Lumbar Spine Surgery
4
Nerve Root Injection
1
Complex Revision Spinal Surgery
1
Spinal Injections for Pain
1
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
Caudal Epidural Injection
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)
Sports-Related Spine Injuries
Pars Defect Repair
Spinal Disorders
Bone Density Scan (DEXA)
Spondylolisthesis & Spondylosis
Laminectomy
Radiculopathy
Spine Fracture Surgery
Osteoarthritis
Nerve Root Entrapment
Leg Pain
Lumbar Stenosis
Fragility (Osteoporotic) Fractures
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Joint Injection
Revision Surgery

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4551768

Royal College of Surgeons

No. 929389

British Association of Spinal Surgeons

No. 54725227


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 1998


Qualifications

MBBS - University of London, UK in 1998

MSc Orthopaedic Surgery - University of Warwick, UK

FRCS (Tr&Orth) - Royal College of Surgeons, UK


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • AXA Health
  • Vitality
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Cigna
  • Aviva Health
  • Aetna
  • The Exeter
  • General and Medical
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Healix Health Services
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • The PHC

Fees

  • New appointment

    £260
  • Follow-up appointment

    £260
*May vary on location

Locations

The Saxon Clinic (part of Circle Health Group)

Chadwick Drive Saxon Street Eaglestone West, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, MK6 5LR

4.88(1,303 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
17:15 - 19:45
Tuesday
Wednesday
17:30 - 20:00
Thursday
09:00 - 11:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
17:15 - 19:45
Tuesday
Wednesday
17:30 - 20:00
Thursday
09:00 - 11:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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The Manor Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

Church End Biddenham, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK40 4AW

4.84(242 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Milton Keynes Hospital

Standing Way Eaglestone, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, MK6 5LD

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Lumbar Decompression Surgery
31
1
Lower Back Pain
27
2
Discectomy
19

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Andrew James is consistently professional, informative, and provides clear explanations. Patients frequently report successful outcomes from procedures like spinal decompression and microdiscectomy, leading to significant relief from long-standing lower back pain and sciatica. He ensures patients feel understood and comfortable, providing excellent care from initial consultation through to post-operative recovery. Key themes across patient feedback include substantial improvement in lower back pain and general back pain, particularly through spinal surgery interventions such as lumbar decompression and discectomy.

5
verified patient
11 Sep 2026

Massive thank you to Mr Andrew James and the anaesthetist and Mr Andrew's team could not fault my back surgery and treatment from start to finish of my stay with great communication throughout 👍 once again thank so much and the great work you do Regards Nigel P.

5
verified patient
09 Sep 2026

Mr James is brilliant. I've seen him a few times over the years he's always found ways to provide solutions that last. He also proactively called me ahead of my consultation to arrange an MRI to ensure we got the most out of the consultation. We now have a plan. It's great, just how healthcare should be.

5
verified patient
07 Sep 2026

Mr James is always efficient and explains everything thoroughly and listens to any questions I may have. Extremely pleased with him and his team on the day of my operation and the aftercare I have had. My post op appointment today as always was good and he explained with my x rays how things had gone during and after the op. I explained I was concerned about three episodes of feeling that my legs had gone weak and felt I would collapse. Two before my op and one subsequent. Mr James then sent me for two further x rays and after I saw him again said that all was ok. Everything was efficient and I am very pleased with the outcome of my operation. Thank you Mr James

5
verified patient
24 Aug 2026

Mr James is obviously a very professional man, he is also very warm and friendly, this meant that had no worries about what was going to happen, the nurses were amazing, my stay at MKUH may have been short but everyone went out of their way to ensure my experience was a good one. If I were to have any issues it would only be the food, my first meal was I am sure was wallpaper paste

5
verified patient
19 Aug 2026

Mr James was very polite., asked how I was. Mr James explained my diagnosis, showing me my MRI images. He explained that there are other options and giving me the time to consider the options. I felt confident that I could be fixed.

5
verified patient
19 Aug 2026

My first meeting with Mr James. He made me feel very relaxed. I was a bit anxious that I could be waisting his time. I came away from the consultation confident I had done the right thing, and my options were clearly explained.

5
verified patient
17 Aug 2026

Mr Andrew James was very pleasant. My appointment was on time. He explained everything clearly

5
verified patient
14 Aug 2026

"I cannot speak highly enough of the care provided by Mr. Andrew James at MKUH. From start to finish, the service has been nothing short of outstanding. One of the most impressive aspects of visiting Mr. James is his incredible punctuality—appointments consistently run pretty much to time, which is a rare and deeply appreciated quality in healthcare. Combined with his exceptionally efficient approach and friendly bedside manner, he makes what can often be a stressful experience feel completely seamless and reassuring. I am thoroughly grateful for his professionalism, efficiency, and kindness. Highly recommended!"

5
verified patient
27 Jul 2026

Excellent. Always with a smile. Clear explanations, and very reassuring. What every patient needs.

5
verified patient
06 Jul 2026

Well all I can say about Mr James is his absolutely fabulous the way he treats patient the way he talks you through every every part of what he’s going to do. This is the third time I’ve seen Mr James and each time it’s not been any different. He’s absolutely the best consultant ever.

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Skill Endorsements

21 Jul 2026
Endorsed for
Revision Lumbar Spine Surgery
Nerve Block

Mr Adam Shakir

Mr Adam Shakir

ENT Surgeon
I have referred patients to them

Very helpful. I have taken my own family to see him as I really respect his opinion. Very helpful and informative and gave us a clear way forward. Excellent colleague.

06 May 2026
Endorsed for
Revision Lumbar Spine Surgery
Nerve Block

Ms Alison Hunt

Ms Alison Hunt

ENT Surgeon
Is a colleague

Mr Andrew James is a highly regarded orthopaedic spine colleague with a strong track record of clinical leadership. He is measured, safety-focused, and consistently clear in how he frames options and pathways for complex spinal problems.

17 Feb 2026
Endorsed for
Lower Back Surgery
Video Consultation
Sports Injury

Dr. Niv Bhamber

Dr. Niv Bhamber

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

Andrew is an excellent spinal surgeon who I regularly refer patients to and can highly recommend.

01 May 2025
Endorsed for
Revision Lumbar Spine Surgery
Spinal Stenosis
Lower Back Pain

DC

Dr Richard Collins

Sport & Exercise Medicine Doctor
I have referred patients to them

FAQ

What are Mr Andrew James's reviews like?

Mr Andrew James's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 92 reviews.

What languages does Mr Andrew James speak?

Mr Andrew James speaks English

Where is Mr Andrew James located?

Mr Andrew James primarily practices at The Saxon Clinic (part of Circle Health Group), located at Chadwick Drive Saxon Street Eaglestone West, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, MK6 5LR
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What are Mr Andrew James working hours?

Mr Andrew James is working Monday (17:15 - 19:45), Wednesday (17:30 - 20:00), Thursday (09:00 - 11:00)

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