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Mr Peter Kempshall

MB BCh, FRCS (Orth), Dip. Sports Medicine

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Live bookings available

25 years of experience

Cheltenham, GL51 6SY

(+3 more)

20 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Rob Yate, Mr Andy Jones and 4 other professionals

4.97

/5

(490 reviews)

Live bookings available

25 years of experience

Cheltenham, GL51 6SY

(+3 more)

20 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Rob Yate, Mr Andy Jones and 4 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Knee Pain
99
1
Knee Replacement
62
2
Partial Knee Replacement
44
4

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About Mr Peter Kempshall

Mr Peter Kempshall - Mr Peter Kempshall is a leading knee surgeon based in Gloucestershire, with over 12 years’ consultant experience dedicated solely to knee care.

His practice covers the full spectrum of knee problems – sports injuries, ligament tears, meniscal damage including transplant, cartilage issues, alignment deformities, early and late arthritis.

He is one of the few surgeons locally offering customised total knee replacement using the Conformis iTotal system. Custom-knee.co.uk

This bespoke implant is designed from detailed scans of your knee so that the prosthesis matches your knee structure – helping to improve comfort, function, and recovery. Mr Kempshall offers the Conformis iTotal bespoke/customised total knee replacement because it means that the implant is tailored to the patient’s specific anatomy rather than using a standard “off-the-shelf” prosthesis.

He believes that personalised implants can drive better outcomes, in terms of improved fit, quicker recovery, enhanced comfort, and potentially a more natural feeling for the patient.

Patients who have had knee replacements with him report quicker walking, less unexpected pain, and return to activities like walking, swimming, even cycling. In one patient’s own words, “delighted with the knee … I have cycled, walked, swam and canoed a lot … group cycle of 18 miles …” after her Conformis knee.

On Doctify he is rated 4.97 / 5 by over 450 former patients who praise his technical skill, his compassionate approach, his clarity in explaining options, and excellent aftercare.

As a senior member of the Gloucestershire Knee Clinic, he offers both NHS and private care, with modern facilities, dedicated knee teams, and a range of surgical techniques (from keyhole to complex revisions).

If you are considering knee surgery – particularly customised implants, or trying to avoid joint replacement via ligament, alignment, or cartilage preserving techniques – seeing Mr Kempshall gives you access to a surgeon who applies the latest research, tailored care plans, and excellent outcomes.


Subspecialties

  • Sports Injury
  • Knee Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(364)
Skill Endorsements
(42)

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Knee Pain
99
1
Knee Replacement
62
2
Partial Knee Replacement
44
4
Arthritis (Knee)
39
2
MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
26
Knee Arthroscopy
12
1
ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury
10
2
Cartilage Surgery (Knee)
9
2
Total Knee Replacement
9
1
ACL Reconstruction
7
2
Torn Meniscus (Cartilage)
5
2
Osteoarthritis
5
1
Knee Ligament Repair
5
Patella (Kneecap) Dislocation
4
Osteotomy
4
Knee Cyst
3
Custom-Made Knee Replacement
2
3
Sports Injuries
2
2
Patella Realignment
2
Knee Injections
2
Meniscal Repair
1
2
Arthroscopy
1
1
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Reconstruction
1
1
Knee Injury
1
1
Hamstring Injury
1
Joint Injection
1
Genetic Consultation
1
Bone Spurs
1
Cryotherapy
1
Arthritis
1
Hip and Groin Pain
1
Ligament Injury
1
Meniscus Repair
1
Knee Preservation Surgery
3
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
2
The Young Knee
2
Arthritis (Hip)
2
Multiligament Reconstruction
2
Patellofemoral Joint Replacement
1
Robotic Assisted Partial Knee Replacement
Robotic Assisted Knee Surgery
Robotic Surgery
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatment
Chondral Grafting
Postoperative Rehabilitation
Steroid Injection
Tendon Repair
PCL (Posterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury
Minimally Invasive Knee Surgery
Posterolateral Corner Injury
Tibial Tubercle Transfer
Complex Arthroplasty
Revision Knee Replacement

Registered with

Royal College of Surgeons

No. 6031173

British Association of Surgery for the Knee (BASK)

No. 6031173

General Medical Council

No. 6031173


Education

University of Wales

Medicine

Graduated 2001


Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, University of Wales College of Medicine, Cardiff, 2001
  • Post Graduate Diploma Sports and Exercise Medicine, University of Wales College of Medicine, Cardiff, 2009

Additional training

  • Surgical Fellowship, Sports Injury Surgery and Ligament Reconstruction, University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, 2012
  • Surgical Fellowship, Primary Revision and Uni-condylar Arthroplasty (Replacement), North Bristol NHS Trust, 2013
  • Surgical Fellowship, Trauma Surgery North Bristol NHS Trust, 2013

Memberships/affiliations

  • Fellowship of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons, Trauma and Orthopaedic
  • British Association Surgery of the Knee
  • British Orthopaedic Association (BOA)
  • Orthopaedic Trauma Society

Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

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

Fees

  • New appointment

    £275
  • Follow-up appointment

    £165
*May vary on location

Locations

Spire South Bank Hospital

139 Bath Road, Worcester, United Kingdom, WR5 3YB

4.87(1,076 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Nuffield Health Hereford Hospital

Venns Lane, Hereford, United Kingdom, HR1 1DF

4.90(160 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Winfield Hospital

Tewkesbury Road,, Longford, Gloucester, United Kingdom, GL2 9EE

4.91(749 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
13:30 - 18:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
14:30 - 16:30
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital

Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, United Kingdom, GL51 6SY

4.89(500 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
09:30 - 17:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
09:30 - 13:30
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Knee Pain
99
1
Knee Replacement
62
2
Partial Knee Replacement
44
4

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Peter Kempshall is professional and friendly, putting patients at ease and providing clear explanations. His expertise covers procedures like partial knee replacements, ACL reconstructions, and meniscal repairs. Patients report excellent recovery with reduced pain, benefiting from his practical advice and methods like cryotherapy machines. His focus on orthopaedic knee conditions addresses a widespread patient need.

5
verified patient
15 Oct 2026

Excellent service throughout. Mr Kempshall was amazing and really put me at ease. I am so happy to be pain free and can do so much more than I could before.

Reply from Peter Kempshall
23 Oct 2026
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Really great to hear

4
verified patient
06 Oct 2026

Appointment seemed a little rushed, and Was only in appointment for 15mins. However, I got sound advice suitable to my condition and dr. Kempshall saved me an unnecessary at t hi is time injection. He explained the risks and explained what the injection was there to provide/improve. If my knee condition does worsen I know can go back with confidence, and be more sure I’m having the injection for the right reasons.

Reply from Peter Kempshall
23 Oct 2026
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Glad you found the information on the benefits of injections clear to understand so you could make an informed decision on your treatment.

5
verified patient
20 Sep 2026

Excellent experience with Mr Kempshall. Info was clear and concise and everything was untertaken in a professional manner.

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5
verified patient
13 Sep 2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding care and an incredible recovery ❤️🩹 We are writing this review based on my husband Richard’s bi-lateral knee replacement surgery…We honestly cannot recommend Mr Peter Kempshall and the Gloucestershire Knee Clinic highly enough. Richard recently underwent bilateral knee surgery YES - having BOTH knees operated on at the same time, and the difference has been extraordinary. From our very first consultation through to surgery and the follow-up care, we felt completely confident that Richard was in exceptionally capable hands. Mr Kempshall was professional, reassuring, approachable and, most importantly, clearly committed to achieving the very best outcome for him. He actually takes the time as a consultant surgeon to see the whole person and to listen to your life journey and how you present as an individual. He does not rush and is extremely person centred. Watching Richard’s progress has been amazing. To go from the debilitating daily pain for over 3 years, and the physical limitations that he had before surgery, to now being able to walk comfortably and come down the stairs forwards again, feels like such a milestone. The improvement in his mobility, confidence and quality of life, has been remarkable. He hopes to be back on the dance floor by Christmas! We also want to give one piece of advice to anyone having ANY kind of knee surgery: if you are offered the Physio Lab compression and ice system, order it! We genuinely feel it has contributed 100% to Richard’s rehabilitation. It was used religiously during his recovery and made an enormous diff...

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5
verified patient
11 Sep 2026

Mr Kempshall examined me relating to knee problems I have been having, the questions, examination and description of the X-rays I received were exceptional. I can thoroughly recommend Mr Kempshall and will certainly use his services if I need any further assistance.

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5
verified patient
14 Aug 2026

Mr Kempshall performed an operation at Nuffield Cheltenham on my right knee in June. He explains everything very thoroughly, is pleasant to speak to and puts you at ease. During this follow up appointment again everything was explained about ongoing recovery, and how to look after my knee.

5
verified patient
14 Aug 2026

Peter Kempshall was recommended to me as the specialist I should have for my knee surgery and the recommendation was spot on. I was in the best hands from the outset. His bed side manner and explanation of the proceedure was extremely professional and I felt at complete ease.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
16 Jun 2026

Mr Kempshall answered all my questions and his secretary was always very helpful. I felt in safe hands throughout the whole process. Mr Kempshall showed me the X-ray of my knee and told me what had gone wrong and the treatment he proposed. He recommended a customised Conformis replacement knee-joint and explained the advantages of replacing my diseased knee-joint with one that would be a replica of the healthy original. I followed his advice. After the operation, I had one or two queries relating to my recovery and Mr Kempshall answered my emails by return. So reassuring. I am glad Mr Kempshall advocated a Conformis knee-joint. I'm now a year post-surgery and I don't know that I have had an operation.The knee feels absolutely normal. I have full range of movement and can walk and garden better than before. I am very grateful for the treatment I received and I can't recommend Mr Kempshall highly enough.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
11 Apr 2026

I cannot speak high enough of Mr. Kempshall. Having suffered for years with debilitating knee pain, I finally underwent 2 knee replacement surgeries at Winfield Hospital, under his care one in Dec 2024 & and in May 2025. It was the best decision I’ve ever made, and he is the reason it was a success. From my very first consultation, Mr. Kempshall was honest, holistic and exceptionally knowledgeable. He diligently explained every step of the knee replacement procedure, the risks and post op recovery. I found him very caring and empathetic, towards my pain and disability and how it was affecting my profession and quality of life. The surgery itself went flawlessly both times, post-op pain was well-managed, the wound healed beautifully, and most importantly – the alignment and function of both new knees feel very natural. Mr. Kempshall also excels in his follow-up care. He saw me personally at every key milestone, adjusted my recovery plan when needed. I am walking without a painful limp, swimming & exercising at the gym and working as a fit surgeon myself again – things I thought I would not be able to do in life. Mr. Kempshall is a master of his craft, but more than that, he is a compassionate, meticulous, and a brilliant surgeon who genuinely gives his patients a new life!

Reply from Peter Kempshall
17 Apr 2026
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I’m so pleased to hear this feedback. I try hard, and take pride in making people feel at ease when discussing and recovering from knee replacement.

5
verified patient
04 Apr 2026

I recently underwent total knee replacement surgery on my left knee at the Winfield Hospital. On the recommendation of a member of my golf club, the specialist I selected was Mr Peter Kempshall and I have to say I could not have done any better. From the outset, Mr Kempshall’s friendly manner and warm sense of humour convinced me that I had made the right choice. Although he knew I had previously had my right knee replaced, he nonetheless took great care to take me through the pre op and post op procedures and the intricacies of the surgery. After almost six weeks, I am recovering fast thanks to his excellent surgical technique and the post op physio sessions. I am walking without sticks or a limp, driving and even playing some golf again, albeit it just hitting short irons to start with. I am absolutely delighted with the treatment and professionalism I received from Mr Kempshall, the ward nurses and the physio staff.

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Skill Endorsements

Pete has always impressed with his conscientious approach and caring attitude with patients. A gifted surgeon

17 May 2026
Endorsed for
Partial Knee Replacement
Knee Preservation Surgery
Cartilage Surgery (Knee)

Mr Rob Yate

Mr Rob Yate

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

An excellent surgeon and trainer and one of my main mentors who helped shape my career. A go to for a second opinion and complex cases.

17 May 2026
Endorsed for
Knee Preservation Surgery
Cartilage Surgery (Knee)

Mr Andy Jones

Mr Andy Jones

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

I work with Mr Kempshall at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS trust and also at the Gloucestershire Hip/Knee Clinic privately. He is an outstanding colleague who rightly has an excellent reputation. Mr Kempshall provides a tailored approach with a diligent assessment of each individuals problems. His results and outcomes speak for themselves. He is an expert knee surgeon offering the full reportoire of knee procedures. I fully endorse him as a knee surgeon and I am grateful to have him as a colleague in the NHS and Private sector A link to his website is as follows: https://www.gloucestershirekne...

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11 Oct 2025
Endorsed for
Partial Knee Replacement
Custom-Made Knee Replacement
Knee Preservation Surgery

Mr James Holton

Mr James Holton

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

Mr Kempshall is a competent and reliable surgeon and colleague who specialises in orthopaedic knee surgery. I have no hesitations in recommending him.

13 Feb 2023
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Knee Replacement

Miss Hui-Ling Kerr

Miss Hui-Ling Kerr

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague
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Videos
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Most recent videos

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

Mr Pete Kempshall Specialist Knee Surgeon

Mr Pete Kempshall Specialist Knee Surgeon

Welcome to Gloucestershire Knee Clinic

27 June 2025

Most recent articles

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Your Knee. Your Implant | Press release

Your Knee. Your Implant | Press release

Custom knee replacement - Conformis iTotal

19 October 2026

custom-knee.co.uk

Why I moved to customised knee replacement technology

Why I moved to customised knee replacement technology

Customised knee replacement

07 October 2026

custom-knee.co.uk

Why I moved to customised knee replacement technology - Conformis iTotal

Why I moved to customised knee replacement technology - Conformis iTotal

This article outlines the benefits of customised knee replacement and highlights the differences from a robot-assisted off-the-shelf knee replacement.

19 October 2026

custom-knee.co.uk

FAQ

What are Mr Peter Kempshall's reviews like?

Mr Peter Kempshall's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 490 reviews.

What languages does Mr Peter Kempshall speak?

Mr Peter Kempshall speaks English

Where is Mr Peter Kempshall located?

Mr Peter Kempshall primarily practices at Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital, located at Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, United Kingdom, GL51 6SY
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What are Mr Peter Kempshall working hours?

Mr Peter Kempshall is working Monday (09:30 - 17:00), Tuesday (13:30 - 18:00), Thursday (09:30 - 13:30), Friday (14:30 - 16:30)

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