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Mr Hugh Apthorp

MBBS FRCS (Orth)

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Live bookings available

38 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

15 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Zameer Shah, Mr Colin Natali and 3 other professionals

4.99

/5

(143 reviews)

Live bookings available

38 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

15 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Zameer Shah, Mr Colin Natali and 3 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
109
4
Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
67
Arthritis (Hip)
18
1

Contact

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About Mr Hugh Apthorp

Mr Hugh Apthorp, Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon, solely works at The London Bridge Hospital.  He is highly specialised in hip surgery and joint replacement, with a special focus on rapid recovery hip replacement, minimally invasive surgery, complex and revision hip surgery, and hip problems in young adults.

Mr Apthorp graduated from St Bartholomew's Hospital in Medicine and Surgery, before starting his specialist orthopaedic training at St Thomas' Hospital. After this he moved to Australia to study abroad, working with Professor David Wood for a year while developing his skills in complex hip surgery. He has performed over 600 primary and revision joint replacements every year since he became fully qualified. He has one of the lowest failure rates in the UK. 

Mr Apthorp is also an excellent educator, where he assists trainee surgeons and develops training programmes focusing on novel and advanced surgical techniques. He has developed a new rapid recovery hip replacement surgery, with his patients having some of the shortest in-patients stays for hip replacement.


Subspecialties

  • Hip Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(207)
Skill Endorsements
(11)

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Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
109
4
Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
67
Arthritis (Hip)
18
1
Anterior Hip Replacement (Direct Anterior Approach)
3
1
Hip Dysplasia
3
Video Consultation
2
Osteoarthritis
2
Sports Injuries
1
Hip Arthroscopy
1
The Young Hip
1
Hip (Femoroacetabular) Impingement
1
Revision Surgery
1
Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the Hip
1
Hip and Groin Pain
1
Back Pain
1
Hip Resurfacing

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3359965


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 1988


Qualifications

Primary Medical Qualification

MB BS 1988 University of London

Specialist Register entry date

Trauma and orthopaedic surgery From 01 Apr 1999

Memberships

Member of the British Orthopaedic Association

Member of the British Hip Society

Member of the British Medical Association


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

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

Fees

  • New appointment

    £300
  • Follow-up appointment

    £250
*May vary on location

Locations

HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital

27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR

4.83(5,332 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
10:30 - 14:00
Thursday
10:00 - 16:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
10:30 - 14:00
Thursday
10:00 - 16:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
View practice profile

Video consultation

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
10:30 - 14:00
Thursday
10:00 - 16:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
109
4
Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
67
Arthritis (Hip)
18
1

Contact

Book online

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Hugh Apthorp's calm, reassuring, professional, and expert manner builds patient confidence. His minimally invasive hip replacement enables quick recovery. Patients feel little pain and show small scars, often walking unaided. His excellent team provides great support, assisting their quick return to normal life.

5
verified patient
19 Jul 2026

I had a total right hip replacement on the 23rd of June which I was apprehensive about but honestly Mr Apthorp was so kind and sensitive and the procedure couldn’t have gone better. My husband did all of the research before we went with Mr Apthorp and it became clear that he is indeed a top surgeon and the best that you can get. I was up and walking in days, with a really small scar.. People can’t believe how quickly I am recovering! The hospital were amazing. The staff were all so kind, attentive and caring from the moment I arrived to the moment I left (late morning the next day) and honestly I can recommend this experience to anyone if you have to have the procedure done.

5
verified patient
19 Jul 2026

Mr Apthorp explained all options and processes very clearly. He was knowledgeable, professional, caring and reassuring.

5
verified patient
18 Jul 2026

This procedure is the Gold Standard of Hip replacement Considering the alternative for replacement and the recovery issues Mr Apthorp’s method is exceptional as excellent does not do it justice. As presented this procedure is Minimally invasive, with minimal post op discomfort, after two days, for ease of discomfort rather than pain paracetamol suffices. Supported by his excellent team.and London Bridge Hospital nursing and support staff be sensible follow instructions and be amazed Walking unaided in 4/5 days driving in 10 I go back to work after 3 weeks

5
verified patient
11 Jul 2026

Mr Aprhorp was very professional and attentive. He put me at ease through the whole experience. He came to see me before snd explain things and after the operation to see how I was. I could not be more happy with everything.

5
verified patient
10 Jul 2026

A truly exceptional surgeon. I cannot recommend Hugh and his team, especially the anaesthetist, highly enough. My hip replacement surgery was painless and am now walking pain free for the first time in over two years. Thanks to Hugh I have my life back

5
verified patient
09 Jul 2026

From my very first appointment with Mr Apthorp to the last, I felt nothing short of listened to, understood, reassured and that I was in the very best of hands.

5
verified patient
03 Jul 2026

Top rate in all respects. My new hip performed super well soon after the procedure, I’m most grateful to Hugh Apthorp and team.

5
verified patient
01 Jul 2026

Mr Apthorp was so reassuring, I was very nervous but he put me at ease immediately. He explained my operation in detail.. My hip replacement went extremely smoothly and I was up within a couple of hours . His anaesthetist was wonderful and his secretary Abi has been so helpful .. I would highly recommend Mr Hugh Apthorp…

5
verified patient
27 Jun 2026

Excellent experience in every way.

5
verified patient
09 Apr 2026

An excellent team under the leadership of Mr. Hugh Apthorp came together for my hip replacement.. it was painless and precise without cutting into muscles. The London Bridge Hospital provided me with outstanding care, very friendly staff and a really good three course menu in the evening and at lunchtime.

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Skill Endorsements

Working alongside Hugh is an honour. He is a gifted surgeon who trained many of us and from whom we continue to learn from. He has extensive knowledge and is always approachable for advice and support. Patients alway speak highly of the care he provides and his outcomes are amongst the best in the country.

21 Feb 2025
Endorsed for
Anterior Hip Replacement (Direct Anterior Approach)
Hip Surgery

Mr Zameer Shah

Mr Zameer Shah

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

Hugh is an amazing hip surgeon and someone I refer to regularly. Great outcomes, great care - who could ask for more?

27 Jul 2022
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
Arthritis (Hip)

Mr Colin Natali

Mr Colin Natali

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Hugh Apthorp is a leading Consultant Hip surgeon based out of the London Bridge Hospital. He was a prisoner of Minimally invasive hip surgery and rapid recovery and outcome measure driven healthcare . His NJR outcomes are truly exceptional where he has achieved some of the very best outcomes in the U.K. for Hip Replacement surgery with the lowest failure rates on the NJR. I recommend him highly as a leading opinion in the U.K. for hip replacement surgery in particular.

20 Jan 2022
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
Osteoarthritis

Mr Samuel Rajaratnam

Mr Samuel Rajaratnam

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

Hugh is an excellent surgeon and colleague. Approachable and hugely experienced, if I personally ever need a new hip, there's a very high chance he'd be the one to do it!!

20 Jan 2022
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
Osteoarthritis

Mr Giles Stafford

Mr Giles Stafford

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague
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Most recent videos

Explore videos from Mr Hugh Apthorp explaining process of procedures and other important things you should know before choosing your provider.

When is hip surgery necessary?

When is hip surgery necessary?

Mr Hugh Apthorp explains the right time to consider having a hip replacement surgery and the sorts of things patients can look forward to when they do.

24 November 2023

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Hip replacement vs resurfacing: the pros and cons

Hip replacement vs resurfacing: the pros and cons

Mr Hugh Apthorp outlines the differences between hip replacement surgery and hip resurfacing, weighing up their merits.

24 November 2023

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5 top tips for a better recovery from hip surgery

5 top tips for a better recovery from hip surgery

Mr Hugh Apthorp, London's highest volume hip replacement surgeon, shares 5 do’s and don’ts for recovering well after a hip replacement.

24 November 2023

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Hip replacement recovery: truths & myths

Hip replacement recovery: truths & myths

Mr Hugh Apthorp, one of the pioneers of rapid recovery programmes delves into all aspects of recovery after hip replacement surgery.

24 November 2023

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What is minimally invasive hip replacement?

What is minimally invasive hip replacement?

Mr Hugh Apthorp explains what exactly minimally invasive surgery is, and the surgical approach he uses to achieve one of the lowest complication rates from surgery in the country.

24 November 2023

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FAQ

What are Mr Hugh Apthorp's reviews like?

Mr Hugh Apthorp's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 143 reviews.

What languages does Mr Hugh Apthorp speak?

Mr Hugh Apthorp speaks English

Where is Mr Hugh Apthorp located?

Mr Hugh Apthorp primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital, located at 27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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What are Mr Hugh Apthorp working hours?

Mr Hugh Apthorp is working Wednesday (10:30 - 14:00, 10:30 - 14:00), Thursday (10:00 - 16:00, 10:00 - 16:00)

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