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Mr David Elson

MBChB MRCS FRCS(Tr&Orth)

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Live bookings available

26 years of experience

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 1JP

(+1 more)

14 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Lebur Rohman, Mr Sharad Bhatnagar and 2 other professionals

4.98

/5

(132 reviews)

Live bookings available

26 years of experience

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 1JP

(+1 more)

14 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Lebur Rohman, Mr Sharad Bhatnagar and 2 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Knee Pain
54
2
Knee Replacement
29
2
Meniscal Repair
20
1

Contact

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About Mr David Elson

Dr. Elson is a consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon, specialising in complex knee surgery, particularly for younger patients. He qualified in 2000 from Edinburgh University medical school before completing his surgical training in Edinburgh, Manchester and Newcastle, with fellowship training in Cardiff and Hampshire.

Dr. Elson's clinical practice focuses on knee surgery and general trauma presentations. He has extensive experience in providing creative alternative solutions to younger adults with knee problems who prefer not to opt for joint replacements. To do this he utilises the best contemporary surgical strategies to correct malalignment, ligament injuries, cartilage and meniscal deficiencies and other preservative measures.

His specialty and experience make him excellent educator and he regularly speaks at national and international conferences. He is the chairman of the United Kingdom Knee Osteotomy Registry which is dedicated to improving outcomes for knee osteotomy patients.

Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

  • Biological knee surgery
  • Knee Re-alignment Osteotomy
  • Patella Re-Alignment surgery
  • Tibial Tubercle osteotomy
  • Medial Patellofemoral ligament reconstruction
  • Knee Ligament Repair / Reconstruction
  • Collateral ligament repair / reconstruction
  • MultiLigament Reconstruction
  • Meniscal reconstruction
  • Meniscal repair
  • Meniscal transplantation
  • Cartilage Regeneration
  • Partial Knee Replacement
  • Total Knee replacement
  • Custom made Total Knee replacement
  • Biological knee surgery
  • Bionic Knee Surgery

Subspecialties

  • Trauma Surgery
  • Knee Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(171)
Skill Endorsements
(31)

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Knee Pain
54
2
Knee Replacement
29
2
Meniscal Repair
20
1
Arthritis (Knee)
12
1
ACL Reconstruction
9
1
Arthroscopy
7
1
Partial Knee Replacement
4
1
Cartilage Surgery (Knee)
4
Fracture (Broken Bone)
4
MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
4
Knee Preservation Surgery
3
2
Patella Realignment
3
1
Meniscus Repair
3
1
Patella (Kneecap) Dislocation
3
Osteoarthritis
2
1
Knee Ligament Repair
2
1
Tibial Tubercle Transfer
2
1
Tibia Fractures
2
Total Knee Replacement
1
1
Osteotomy
1
1
Torn Meniscus (Cartilage)
1
Tendon Repair
1
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Reconstruction
2
The Young Knee
2
Custom-Made Knee Replacement
2
Sports Injuries
1
ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury
1
Posterolateral Corner Injury
1
Knee Fractures
1
Knee Cyst
1
Knee Injections
1
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
1
Knee Arthroscopy
Joint Injection
Fracture Fixation Surgery
Femur Fracture
Minimally Invasive Knee Surgery
Chondral Grafting
Multiligament Reconstruction
Steroid Injection
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Registered with

  • General Medical Council

    No. 4698340


Education

University of Edinburgh

Medicine

Graduated 2000


Qualifications

Education:

  • 2000 MBChB at University of Edinburgh
  • 2004 MRCS Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
  • 2013 FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics) Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh


Memberships:

  • AO - AO Trauma group
  • BKS - Biological Knee Society (secretary and treasurer)
  • BOA - British Orthopaedic Association
  • BOSTAA - British Orthopaedic Sports Trauma Arthroscopy Association
  • BASK - British Association for Surgery of the Knee (previous executive committee member)
  • Chairman - United Kingdom Knee Osteotomy Registry (www.ukkor.co.uk)
  • Co-convener - Northern Osteotomy Masterclass (www.northernosteotomy.co.uk)
  • Director - Which Orthopaedic Implant Ltd (www.whichorthopaedicimplant.com)
  • ESSKA - European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy
  • OTS - Orthopaedic Trauma Society
  • RCS - Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • Vitality
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • AXA Health
  • Cigna
  • Aviva Health

Fees

  • New appointment

    £250
  • Follow-up appointment

    £125
*May vary on location

Locations

Nuffield Health Newcastle

Clayton Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom, NE2 1JP

4.91(834 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
18:00 - 20:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
13:30 - 20:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
18:00 - 20:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
13:30 - 20:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Gateshead Tyne, United Kingdom, NE9 6SX

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
13:30 - 17:30
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Knee Pain
54
2
Knee Replacement
29
2
Meniscal Repair
20
1

Contact

Book online

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr David Elson provides an excellent patient experience, offering clear and thorough explanations. Patients report successful results and pain relief from procedures such as knee replacement, High Tibial Osteotomy, and ACL reconstruction. Mr Elson is attentive and understanding. He discusses all treatment options, including non-surgical approaches, and provides complete aftercare. This work shows his strong focus on overall knee pain and knee surgery solutions, including many knee replacement approaches.

5
verified patient
31 Oct 2026

I Found Mr Elson following a great deal of research and following failed keyhole surgery a couple of years earlier at a different private hospital in NE England. From initial consultation, Mr Elson was absolutely fantastic, explaining in simple terms what he had identified from a simple x ray. Mr Elson spent a great deal of time outlining options and we agreed on two partial knee replacements. Both operations were successful, walking independently without crutches in just over a week. I have great flexibility in both knees and am writing this review after seven weeks post op on the second knee. Having been in pain every step I walked, I am now pain free with the exception of some minor niggles as things settle down which is to be expected. I have no hesitation in recommending Mr Elson as a fantastic surgeon with a great deal of knowledge and experience. Thank you Mr Elson for all your help and support!!

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
29 Sep 2026

From the moment that I walked into the hospital and the consulting room I was made to feel relaxed and comfortable. Despite my nervousness and unease with the procedure, Mr Elson explained in a language I understood and appreciated. With the procedure now weeks behind me I can now say that I've not felt this happy with my movement for many months. The last consultation with Mr Elson was highly beneficial and I came away with a thorough understanding of what I need to do next.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
29 Sep 2026

From start to finish Mr Elson filled me with confidence. Explained everything I needed and asked me questions throughout. At our recent discharge meeting we went through the operation results in detail. Mr Elson puts the time into the meeting which is needed. You feel like a person and not a number. You feel and are cared for. The operation I’ve had and the aftercare has been exceptional and my recovered incredible as a result. Can’t thank him enough.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
29 Sep 2026

Mr Elson was a pleasure to deal with . He has a very easy and approachable manner explaining details in a clear and concise way . I had full confidence in his appraisal of my problem and after my surgery have had fantastic results . I would have no hesitation in recommending Mr Elson .

5
verified patient
26 Sep 2026

Couldn't have been a nicer DR, really gave me motivation for my knee rehab going forward!

5
verified patient
31 Aug 2026

Great from start to finish. Answered everything i needed to know and Made me feel very at ease before and after my operation.

4.67
verified patient
30 Jul 2026

Staff very helpful and the surgeon explained everything, The only problem is parking as there is work going on in the car park and outside is permit only

5
verified patient
22 Jun 2026

Mr Elson made me feel at ease as soon as meeting him, explaining the procedure in detail to me. Very professional. I am so happy with my operation and am pain free. Many thanks

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
13 Jun 2026

Having struggled for years with a knee problem, and unable to walk far without pain, Mr Elson advised of surgical options, with a refreshing honesty, and I decided on a tibial osteotomy. Entire experience was very relaxed, Mr Elson’s skills and advice for recovery have enabled me to have a fully active life again, including mountaineering and CrossFit, life changing difference.

5
verified patient
07 Jun 2026

David took time to listen to the goals I wanted to achieve, and it's clear he cares about patients' wellbeing. He was happy to discuss options and we agreed surgery for my torn ACL. He explained all I needed to know and was happy to answer questions. He's also a great surgeon and I"m now 7 weeks post op, walking round with hardly any pain or swelling. He has many years of experience and it shows. So happy he agreed to do my surgery, I would definitely recommend him.

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Skill Endorsements

Mr Elson is an excellent colleague and surgeon

19 Sep 2026
Endorsed for
Knee Replacement
Knee Preservation Surgery
Knee Pain

Mr Lebur Rohman

Mr Lebur Rohman

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

05 Dec 2024
Endorsed for
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Reconstruction
Custom-Made Knee Replacement

Mr Sharad Bhatnagar

Mr Sharad Bhatnagar

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

13 Sep 2024
Endorsed for
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Reconstruction
Custom-Made Knee Replacement

MK

Mr Rajesh Kakwani

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

Mr. Elson is a talented knee surgeon who has particular interest in joint preservation surgery and has embraced many of the newer techniques available.

28 Apr 2021
Endorsed for
Knee Preservation Surgery
Knee Replacement
Knee Pain

Mr Jonathan Mark Loughead

Mr Jonathan Mark Loughead

Orthopaedic Surgeon
I have referred patients to them

FAQ

What are Mr David Elson's reviews like?

Mr David Elson's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 132 reviews.

What languages does Mr David Elson speak?

Mr David Elson speaks English

Where is Mr David Elson located?

Mr David Elson primarily practices at Nuffield Health Newcastle, located at Clayton Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom, NE2 1JP
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Mr David Elson is working Monday (18:00 - 20:00), Tuesday (13:30 - 17:30), Thursday (13:30 - 20:00)

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