Mr Christopher James

Mr Chris James is a highly experienced Consultant Hand & Wrist Surgeon with over a decade of specialist private consultant practice, dedicated to delivering expert, patient-centred care for all simple and complex conditions of the hand and wrist. Recognised for his meticulous surgical technique and innovative problem-solving approach, he is known for his philosophy: “there is always a solution.”

With advanced expertise in hand and wrist trauma such as distal radius fractures, arthritic conditions, nerve compression, thumb, finger and wrist arthroplasty, and revision surgery, Mr James provides a full spectrum of modern surgical and non-surgical treatments. His practice combines evidence-based medicine, cutting-edge technology, and a clear focus on restoring pain-free function so patients can return to the activities they love.

He routinely manages challenging cases, including complex thumb arthritis, and revision procedures, ligament injuries, nerve disorders, tendon reconstruction, and sports-related trauma. His collaborative, empathic style ensures patients feel informed and supported at every stage of their treatment.

Areas of Expertise

Primary and Second opinion Consultations for hand and wrist conditions

Arthritis of the thumb - Injections,  Thumb base replacement and Trapeziectomy

Carpal and cubital tunnel nerve decompression

Dupuytren's Fasciectomy

Dupuytrens Needle Fasciectomy

Tennis elbow release

Hand and Wrist (Distal Radius Fractures) Finger Fracture Surgery

Sports injury - sprains and tendonitis