Mr Neil Pennington
MBChB (Hons) MSc FRCS (Tr&Orth) PG Cert (HealthEd)
22 years of experience
Leeds, LS8 1NT
(+3 more)
40 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Osman Riaz, Dr. Syed Hassan and 8 other professionals
22 years of experience
Leeds, LS8 1NT
(+3 more)
40 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Osman Riaz, Dr. Syed Hassan and 8 other professionals
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About Mr Neil Pennington
Mr Neil Pennington is a Shoulder Specialist who graduated with honours, in 2004 from the University of Leeds and subsequently completed all of his surgical training in Yorkshire. In 2013 he was appointed as the sole Fellow on the highly regarded Coventry Shoulder Fellowship with Steve Drew and Tom Lawrence. This gave him a unique experience of a high volume of operating in the whole spectrum of shoulder surgery.
He further enhanced his experience by being awarded the British Elbow & Shoulder Society Mayo Fellowship in 2015; affording him the opportunity to visit and spend time at the Mayo clinic in 2016.
He was appointed as a Consultant Shoulder Surgeon in 2015; his NHS practice is based in Huddersfield & Halifax and his private practice is in Leeds, Huddersfield and Elland.
He has a special interest in total shoulder arthroplasty and arthroscopic rotator cuff repair and reconstructive surgery. He firmly believes in a patient centred approach, and to tailoring your care towards the goals and outcomes that matter most to you.
Subspecialties
- Trauma Surgery
- Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6099150
Education
University of Leeds
Medicine
Graduated 2004
Qualifications
Education:
- 2002 - BSc Anatomy (Class 1) - University of Leeds
- 2004 - MB ChB (Hons) - University of Leeds
- 2012 - MSc (Distinction) Medical Engineering - University of Leeds
- 2012 - FRCS (Tr&Orth) - Royal College of Surgeons of England
- 2014 - PG Cert Healthcare Education - Sheffield Hallam University
Memberships
- British Elbow & Shoulder Society
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Benenden Health
- General and Medical
- Freedom Health Insurance
- Healix Health Services
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
- Simply Health (Dental)
- WPA
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- AXA Health
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Bupa
- Cigna
Fees
New appointment
£275Follow-up appointment
£150
Locations
Spire Leeds Hospital
Jackson Avenue Roundhay, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS8 1NT
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Spire Elland Hospital
Elland Lane Elland, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, HX5 9EB
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The Huddersfield Private Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)
Birkby Hall Road,Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, HD2 2BL
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Spire Healthcare Harrogate Clinic
Gardner House, Hornbeam Park Avenue, Harrogate, United Kingdom, HG2 8NA
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Mr Neil Pennington gives clear explanations. Patients understand their problems and care steps. He uses X-rays for quick diagnosis and discusses choices. Patients feel heard, get good service, and recommend him for shoulder issues, including frozen shoulder and rotator cuff injuries.
Exvellent service eventually , but had to wait 3 & 1/2 weeks for appointment whilzt having a lot of shoulder pain
Very clear and professional. Put me at ease and gave me confidence
Easy to understand with all relevant information provided.
Mr Pennington was excellent. Very clear in conveying possible outcomes and treatment options.
Felt listened to what I had to say and even though possibly not his area of medicine is trying to help me and if need be will pass onto relevant service. Felt like care.
Excellent service explained everything in a clear concise manner.
My visit with Mr Neil Pennington went as well as I could have wished it would . He explained the treatment for my right shoulder in a way I could understand. I trust him and feel very confident in the process .
Mr Pennington was very thorough he explained everything to me in a manner which was easy to understand. I would highly recommend seeing him.
Very professional and efficient, great having the X ray during mid consultation
Very knowledgeable, very thorough, at no point did the consultation feel like it was rushed due to work load. Everything was explained in detail and Dr Pennington made sure I understood all options for treatment with clear next steps
Skill Endorsements
As a fellow orthopaedic surgeon, I highly recommend Mr Pennington. He is exceptionally knowledgeable, technically skilled, and consistently delivers excellent patient outcomes. His clinical judgement is reliable, his communication is clear, and he is a supportive and collaborative colleague. A superb upper limb specialist and a pleasure to work with.
19 Nov 2025
Mr Osman Riaz
Orthopaedic SurgeonMr Pennington is a well respected surgeon with a wealth of knowledge and a reputation for providing great service to his patients
13 Jul 2025
Dr. Syed Hassan
Respiratory DoctorNeil is an excellent surgeon. His expertise in shoulder surgery is evident in his practice. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking top-tier shoulder treatment.
16 May 2024
Mr Nigel Gummerson
Orthopaedic SurgeonNeil is a gentleman and excellent upper limb clinician.
16 May 2024
Mr Mathew Varghese
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Mr Neil Pennington's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 399 reviews.
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Mr Neil Pennington speaks English
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Mr Neil Pennington primarily practices at Spire Leeds Hospital, located at Jackson Avenue Roundhay, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS8 1NT
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Mr Neil Pennington is working Monday (09:30 - 12:30, 09:30 - 12:00), Tuesday (18:00 - 19:00), Wednesday (18:15 - 20:00), Friday (09:00 - 13:00)
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