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Mr David A Cairns

BSc, MBChB, FRCSEd (Tr & Orth)

Orthopaedic Surgeon

28 years of experience

Aberdeen, AB10 1RW

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3 connections in healthcare

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by Mr James Bidwell

5

/5

(3 reviews)

28 years of experience

Aberdeen, AB10 1RW

(+1 more)

3 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr James Bidwell

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About Mr David A Cairns

Mr David Cairns is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Aberdeen, since appointment in 2008. He is a Member of Aberdeen Orthopaedic Network and sees patients at Albyn Hospital.

Mr Cairns completed his degree in medicine at the University of Edinburgh in 1997, followed by his specialist training in orthopaedic surgery on the West of Scotland Orthopaedic rotation.

He was awarded a Fellowship at Perth Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Centre, Western Australia in 2007.

Mr Cairns is an NHS Consultant at both Aberdeen Royal Infirmary and Woodend hospitals in Aberdeen. He is an honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Aberdeen. In 2017 he was appointed as an examiner for the Fellowship examination in Trauma and Orthopaedic surgery (FRCS Tr&Orth). He is also the Training Programme Director for the North of Scotland Orthopaedic Rotation.

His main areas of interest are all aspects of arthroscopic shoulder surgery, rotator cuff repair, instability surgery and joint replacement. He also performs elbow and hand surgery with a specialist interest in elbow tendinopathy (tennis and golfer's elbow).


Subspecialties

  • Hand Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
  • Sports Injury

Areas of expertise

Shoulder Stabilisation
Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Rotator Cuff Repair
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Shoulder Tendinopathy (Pitcher's Shoulder)
Shoulder Labral Tear
Rotator Cuff Injury
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
Frozen Shoulder
Tennis Elbow
Shoulder Impingement
Humerus Fractures
Entrapment Neuropathy
Dislocation of the Elbow
Dislocated Shoulder
Clavicle Fractures
Bursitis (Shoulder)
Arthritis (Shoulder)
Hand Fractures
Trigger Finger
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Pain
Trapeziectomy
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatment
Shoulder Instability
Elbow Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Elbow Arthroscopy
Biceps Tenodesis and Tenotomy
Acromioclavicular Joint (ACJ) Excision
De Quervain's Syndrome (Tenosynovitis)
Tendinopathy (Tendonitis)
Tendon Repair
Joint Injection
Tendon Injuries
Arthritis
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
Dupuytren's Contracture
Tendon Repair (Hand)
Arthritis (Hand)
Hand & Wrist Surgery
Fracture (Broken Bone)
Ganglion Cyst Removal
Dupuytrens Fasciectomy
Fracture
Cubital Tunnel (Ulnar Nerve) Release
Hand Injury

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4442666


Education

University of Edinburgh

Medicine

Graduated 1997


Qualifications

BSc

MBChB - University of Edinburgh, UK in 1997

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


Professional Memberships:

  • Member of British Orthopaedic Association
  • Member of British Elbow and Shoulder Society
  • Examiner for the Intercollegiate Exam in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery (FRCS Tr&Orth)
  • Member of The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Languages spoken

  • English

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £200
  • Follow-up appointment: £150

Insurers

  • Healix Health Services
  • Cigna
  • Vitality
  • WPA
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Bupa Fee Assured

Location

All locations for Mr David A Cairns

Albyn Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

4.87

(511)

21-24 Albyn Pl, Aberdeen, United Kingdom, AB10 1RW

4.92

(24)

21-24 Albyn Place, Aberdeen, United Kingdom, AB10 1RW

Reviews

5.0
verified patient
02 Feb 2023

Easy to speak to and explained everything clearly. Further scan required which he organised very quickly. Gave me confidence dealing with him.

5.0
verified patient
25 Apr 2018

Mr Cairns has treated me for various shoulder problems over 18 months now. I have found him to be a fantastic professional clinician throughout my treatment. His clinics are friendly, well explained, he makes you feel re-assured in every step of treatment. When I went for surgery, everything was explained in detail and his post operation visits were brilliant. I would have no hesitation in recommending Mr Cairns for any shoulder treatments, analysis of issues and of course surgery if you need it.

5.0
verified patient
10 Jan 2018

Mr Cairns was very caring and friendly at my consultation. He made me feel at ease when describing my shoulder pain. I would recommend him to friends,colleagues.

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Endorsements

David Cairns is a fine Orthopaedic Surgeon, with particular skills in shoulder surgery

01 May 2018
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Mr James Bidwell

Mr James Bidwell

Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Mr David A Cairns's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 3 reviews.

What languages does Mr David A Cairns speak?

Mr David A Cairns speaks English

Where is Mr David A Cairns located?

Mr David A Cairns primarily practices at Albyn Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at 21-24 Albyn Pl, Aberdeen, United Kingdom, AB10 1RW
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