Mr Rob Yate
MB BCh. MRCS. FRCS (Orth)
Live bookings available
31 years of experience
Carmarthen, SA33 5NT
16 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Manoj Kulshrestha, Professor Keir Edward Lewis and 6 other professionals
Live bookings available
31 years of experience
Carmarthen, SA33 5NT
16 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Manoj Kulshrestha, Professor Keir Edward Lewis and 6 other professionals
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About Mr Rob Yate
Mr Rob Yate is one of West Wales' most experienced specialist lower limb orthopaedic surgeons.
He graduated from Cardiff Medical school in 1995 and completed his basic surgical training across South Wales.
He undertook higher surgical training in Trauma and Orthopaedics across Wales and the south west of England, becoming a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in Trauma and Orthopaedics in 2006.
Mr Yate specialises in disorders of the lower limb, with particular expertise in hip and knee pathology, including degenerative joint disease and sports-related injuries.
His clinical practice includes hip and knee replacement surgery, Joint preserving surgery for the knee, partial knee replacement, patellofemoral replacement, Osteotomy around the knee, knee arthroscopy and ACL reconstruction.
He has developed significant experience in arthroscopic knee surgery for ligament and cartilage injuries, as well as open orthopaedic procedures. His additional surgical practice includes carpal tunnel decompression, ganglion excision and trigger finger release.
Mr Yate is committed to ongoing professional development and the adoption of evolving orthopaedic techniques. His clinical approach focuses on evidence-based care, functional recovery and the long-term management of musculoskeletal conditions affecting mobility and quality of life. Preseving the native knee for as long as possible to maintain mobility at the highest level for each individual's needs.
Away from Orhtopaedics he is a family man with his wife and three children with whom he is a keen horseman competing at national level showjumping.
Subspecialties
- Sports Injury
- Hip Surgery
- Knee Surgery
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4233420
Education
University of Wales
Medicine
Graduated 1995
Qualifications
MRCS 2001
FRCS (Orth) 2006
Member of :
BMA
Biological Knee Soc
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Healix Health Services
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Cigna
- Bupa
- Vitality
- WPA
- Saga Health Insurance
- General and Medical
- The Exeter
- Freedom Health Insurance
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Benenden Health
- National Friendly
Fees
New appointment
£200Follow-up appointment
£100
Locations
Werndale Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)
Bancyfelin, Carmarthen, United Kingdom, SA33 5NT
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Patients describe Mr Rob Yate as friendly, professional, and reassuring. He gives clear, detailed explanations for various procedures. Successful operations, including hip replacement and knee arthroscopy, bring good patient recovery and pain relief. Hip replacement and arthroscopy are prominent themes in patient feedback.
Telephone call - Not sure how you can gauge my progress and healing by phone but our conversation was sufficient to hear that I was improving. Would have preferred a face to face meeting but at least it ticked the box!
Thankyou for the review and feedback. We do phone calls to save unnecessary journeys for our rural patients. If you would like a face to face appointment this is always an option. Just call and ask and I can see you in my clinic. All the best. Rob.
I had the most fantastic experience, Rob’s undoubted skill, knowledge and professionalism has resulted in the most amazing and life improving way imaginable. My hip replacement surgery was sublime, the care I received was exceptional. My advice to anyone considering similar surgery would be - think no further, just ask Mr Yate to do your operation. You will be in the best possible hands, and he’s a really great bloke too, great sense of humour and excellent empathy and respect for his patients, he’s a top man. I feel very privileged to have been one of his patients. Thank you so much, you’ve improved my mobility so much more than I could ever imagined.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was a pleasure treating you. I hope you have many pain free years. All the best. Rob.
Mr Yate telephoned following a knee replacement operation a month ago. He was friendly, helpful and considerate. He answered any questions I had and gave useful advice.
I chose Mr Yate on the basis of the more you do, the better you get and he’s done a lot of knee operations. At the initial consultation the procedure was explained clearly and in a straightforward manner and now 5 weeks after the operation I am delighted with the result
Many thanks for the lovely review. All the best for the future. Rob.
Very friendly and professional. Very clear, frank advice so easy to make a decision.
Thank you for your review. I hope it all works out. Tob
Our consultation with Mr Yate was excellent. Advice was clear, tone friendly. Werndale let him down by sending an appointment confirmation that never mentioned this was a phone consult and so I transported my elderly mother in law an hour for an appointment we could have sat at home for
Thanks for your review. Apologies for the confusion regarding the appointment. Kind regards. Rob
My whole experience was excellent from start to finish. Would definitely recommend Mr Rob Yates.he was very professional.
Thank you for the review. I’m glad we were able to help out. All the best. Rob
Had a full knee replacement. Hospital and staff were brilliant through out it all. Best advise I can give is listen to all the advice give to you by all the different staff because it's really helpful and will get you back on track quicker. Overall brilliant
Good advice! Thanks for the review. I wish you a long and happy relationship with your new knee!
Friendly and professional experience throughout, very happy with all aspects
Thank you! Rob
Everything was excellent
Thankyou. Glad you have done so well.
Skill Endorsements
I am delighted to recommend Mr Rob Yate as an outstanding orthopaedic knee surgeon. He combines exceptional surgical expertise with a genuinely patient-centred approach, ensuring that every patient receives personalised, evidence-based care. His comprehensive assessment of knee conditions, clear communication, and attention to detail inspire confidence from the first consultation through to recovery. Whether managing sports injuries, meniscal tears, ligament injuries, arthritis, or knee replacement surgery, he consistently demonstrates excellent clinical judgement and technical skill. Patien...
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19 Jun 2026
Mr Manoj Kulshrestha
OphthalmologistExcellent surgeon -specialising in difficult knee surgery
19 Jun 2026
Professor Keir Edward Lewis
General (Internal) Medicine SpecialistApproachable and clear communicator
16 Jun 2026
Mr William Jackson
Orthopaedic Surgeonexcellent colleague with very good communication skills
15 May 2026
Dr Mark Ridgewell
Sport & Exercise Medicine DoctorFind out more on the Doctify Health hub for Mr Rob Yate's specialty, Orthopaedic Surgery.
FAQ
What are Mr Rob Yate's reviews like?
Mr Rob Yate's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 45 reviews.
What languages does Mr Rob Yate speak?
Mr Rob Yate speaks English
Where is Mr Rob Yate located?
Mr Rob Yate primarily practices at Werndale Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Bancyfelin, Carmarthen, United Kingdom, SA33 5NT
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