Mr Philip Mathew
MBBS, MRCS, FRCS (Orth), Dip Hand Surg(Br)
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31 years of experience
London, SW1W 8RH
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38 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Tejas Yarashi, Mr Paul Culpan and 8 other professionals
Live bookings available
31 years of experience
London, SW1W 8RH
(+2 more)
38 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Tejas Yarashi, Mr Paul Culpan and 8 other professionals
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About Mr Philip Mathew
Mr Philip Mathew is a fellowship trained hand and wrist surgeon based in London. He treats a wide range of hand and wrist conditions including fractures, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, Dupuytren's contracture, and sports injuries. He offers open and keyhole surgery depending on the nature of the problem and these are nearly always day case surgeries. The service he provides is based on the values of compassion, commitment and accountability, and he believes in shared decision making and helping his patients make the right decision for them.
Mr Mathew gained extensive orthopaedic training in London before pursuing overseas hand fellowships which were awarded to him by the British Society for Surgery of the Hand, the British Orthopaedic Trainees Association and the AO Foundation. He also completed a year long fellowship at the prestigious Pulvertaft Hand Unit.
Mr Mathew is involved in medical education and teaches as a senior lecture on the master's trauma program at Queen Mary's University. He also trains registrars and junior doctors at the Chelsea and Westminster hand and wrist unit and is a tutor for the BSSH hand surgery diploma .
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Subspecialties
- Hand & Wrist Surgery
- Hand Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 5190018
Education
University of Kerala
Medicine
Graduated 1995
Qualifications
- FRCS(Orth) Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow 2012
- BSSH Diploma in Hand Surgery BSSH 2018
Memberships:
- European Wrist Arthroscopy Society
- British Society for Surgery of the Hand
- BMA
- RCPS, Glasgow
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- Bupa
- WPA
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Benenden Health
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Freedom Health Insurance
- The Exeter
Fees
New appointment
£300Follow-up appointment
£250
Locations
The Lister Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK
Chelsea Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SW1W 8RH
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HCA Healthcare UK Chelsea Outpatients
280 King's Road, London, United Kingdom, SW3 5AW
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LIPS Healthcare
Battersea Power Station Turbine Hall B, Level 1, London, United Kingdom, SW11 8DD
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Reviews
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Mr Philip Mathew is professional and provides clear, detailed explanations and comprehensive advice to patients. His expert diagnosis of diverse hand and wrist conditions, combined with meticulous treatment planning and effective procedures, leads to excellent surgical outcomes, pain resolution, and improved movement. Patients receive thorough pre- and post-operative support, careful follow-up, and an emphasis on physiotherapy for common presentations. These common presentations include wrist pain, hand pain, and wrist fractures.
I had a very positive experience with Mr Mathew. He was extremely attentive, knowledgeable, and took the time to listen carefully and address my concerns. The appointments were handled efficiently and promptly, without feeling rushed. I really appreciated the combination of professionalism, expertise, and genuine care. Highly recommended.
Me Mathew was very clear precise and efficient My wrist is as good as new after a very nasty fracture
I was referred to Mr Mathew following consultations with a previous consultant. Mr Mathew spent time to listen to the issue and review the meetings to date. I felt total confidence that Mr Mathew knew my issue and could recommend the right way forward.
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Fantastic, always easy to reach and help out. He arranged quick appointments for me, diagnosed very well, super clear communication. Really everything was perfect
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Overall good experience. Took time to explain the potential injury / biology of the injured area. Detailed, patient.
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Very good and thorough
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Clear and helpful advice for a postoperative check-in, clear plan moving forward on how to proceed with healing, timelines and so on.
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Mr Matthew has navigated me through a very traumatic injury and subsequent surgery. His bedside manner, patience and calm confidence has been invaluable. His follow ups are always informative and thorough and I couldn’t be happier with the care he and his team have provided. I would not hesitate to recommend him.
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Very clear treatment plan
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Mr Mathew is an outstanding and highly experienced hand and wrist surgeon. He is kind, empathetic, listened carefully to my concerns and has worked meticulously to identify and advise on the resolution of my problems. I cannot recommend him highly enough. Many thanks also to his excellent admin team at LIPS Healthcare, particularly Samar who is always so helpful and professional.
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Skill Endorsements
Mr Mathew is an exceptionally skilled and experienced hand and wrist surgeon. His expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and genuinely caring approach ensure that every patient receives outstanding care. He takes the time to listen, explain treatment options clearly, and always puts his patients’ best interests first. I have recommended many patients to him over the years and have always been confident that they will receive the highest standard of treatment.
27 Jul 2026
Mr Tejas Yarashi
Orthopaedic SurgeonPhillip is an expert hand and wrist surgeon whom I have known for many years and consider to be one of the best in this area. I have no hesitation to recommend him to my patients
12 Mar 2025
Mr Paul Culpan
Orthopaedic SurgeonPhilip Mathew is an outstanding surgeon. We worked together for some years and have personally witnessed his clinical skills and operative skills. I have referred several hand and wrist problem patients in NHS and private and the outcomes and patient feedback were always outstanding! Would recommend him for any wrist and hand problem
21 Sep 2024
Mr Krishna Vemulapalli
Orthopaedic SurgeonMatthew is an excellent surgeon and trainer. Would recommend to anyone in need of a hand specialist
22 Jun 2024
Mr Antonios Papadopoulos
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Mr Philip Mathew's overall patient rating is 4.85 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 81 reviews.
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Mr Philip Mathew speaks English
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Mr Philip Mathew primarily practices at The Lister Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at Chelsea Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SW1W 8RH
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Mr Philip Mathew is working Monday (18:00 - 20:00), Tuesday (18:00 - 20:00), Friday (10:00 - 12:00)
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