Professor Stephen McDonnell
MBBS BSc MA (Cantab) MD FRCS Trauma & Orthopaedics
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24 years of experience
Cambridge, CB24 9EL
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17 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Pranai Buddhdev, Mr Jaison Patel and 5 other professionals
Live bookings available
24 years of experience
Cambridge, CB24 9EL
(+3 more)
17 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Pranai Buddhdev, Mr Jaison Patel and 5 other professionals
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About Professor Stephen McDonnell
Stephen McDonnell is an Associate Professor at the University of Cambridge and a Consultant Knee and Hip Surgeon working at Addenbrookes Hospital. He undertook his research MD and orthopaedic surgical training in Oxford, based at the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre. He has a specialist knee and hip "Sports and Joints" fellowship in Melbourne with the Melbourne Orthopaedic Group. He gained an extensive experience in patients with sports injuries and arthritis. He believes that each patient should be prescribed a personalised package of care and treatment program.
I have a special interest and undertake the majority his knee replacements, partial unicompartmental knee replacements (sometimes called knee resurfacing) only replacing the damaged area of the knee, which have lower risks from surgery and can provide a superior functional outcome for patients.
He has a keen interest in sport and has been the match orthopaedic surgeon for first-class rugby internationals, and is a regular motorsports doctor at Silverstone for the Formula One British Grand Prix.
He is heavily involved in research, education, and lectures locally, nationally and internationally. He has developed the undergraduate orthopaedic curriculum, inspiring orthopaedic medical students to be orthopaedic surgeons of the future.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
- Knee arthroscopy
- Knee replacement
- Partial knee replacement (sometimes called Knee resurfacing)
- Revision knee replacement
- ACL reconstruction
- Hip replacement surgery
- Hip arthroscopy
- Knee replacement
- Knee arthroscopy
Subspecialties
- Hip Surgery
- Knee Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
- Sports Injury
Areas of expertise
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6028352
Education
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2001
Qualifications
- MBBS BSC MD MRCS FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics)
- British Medical Association
- Royal College of Surgeons of England
- British Orthopaedic Association
- British Association of Knee Surgeons
- World Orthopaedic Concern
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- General and Medical
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Freedom Health Insurance
- The Exeter
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- Saga Health Insurance
- Bupa
- WPA
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- AXA Health
- The PHC
- Aetna
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
Fees
New appointment
£250Follow-up appointment
£175
Locations
Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital
30 New Road Impington, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB24 9EL
Opening hours
Facilities
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Facilities
Nuffield Health Cambridge Hospital
4 Trumpington Road, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB2 8AF
Opening hours
Facilities
Orthopaedic Specialist Surgeons Alliance (OSSA)
4 Trumpington Rd, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB10AP
Addenbrooke's Hospital
Hills Road, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB2 0QQ
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Professor Stephen McDonnell is professional and clear in his patient communication. He gives full explanations of procedures, ensuring patients feel informed and confident about their care. Care from initial consultation to post-operative recovery brings many patients life-changing outcomes and improved mobility. Professor McDonnell is credited by many for successful hip surgery, including hip replacement, and numerous knee replacement procedures.
Very pleased and the operation was a success! Though my recovery took longer than usual, the care and the professionalism was outstanding. I am looking to have my other knee replaced and though I live over 2 hrs from Cambridge I will definitely be requesting my operation with Professor Stephen McDonnell.
All staff were lovely in The Nuffield Hospital. Nurses couldn’t do enough to help and always made sure I was comfortable. I felt everyone was very professional and put my mind at rest.
Most recent visit was a 10 week follow up to a hip op completed Feb 12th. No issues with the performance of the hip, and the recovery time was surprisingly short.
Mr. McDonnell is the best surgeon I have ever met. Nothing is too much to ask and he explains everything in detail. You will know what to expect from day one to release. I have had several surgeries and this was the best service and surgeon I have ever know. Fully reccomend.
Recent ACL surgery, Professor McDonnell came highly recommended and he didn't disappoint. Very knowledgeable and to the point
Post operation consultation to check on my recovery and questions answered on my recovery plan
Very pleasant professional consultan very clear on experience, explained everything that you want to know ,looking forward to having my other knee operation
First class. Excellent knee surgery am recovering very well from the operation. Great team that work and support Professor McDonnell.
At every stage of my knee replacement process all aspects of the treatment and care have been excellent. Everyone, from the cleaners up to the top medical experts, have seemed to be happy and content in their work.
Skill Endorsements
Stephen is an incredible surgeon with expertise in his field, a great multidisciplinary approach to patient management with a vast research portfolio helping improve evidence-based care for soft tissue knee surgery including for children & adolescents.
21 Feb 2025
Mr Pranai Buddhdev
Orthopaedic SurgeonAn exceptional hip and knee surgeon. He is fantastic with patients. He is extremely knowledgeable and meticulous in the way he operates which is why his patients consistently achieve excellent results and why I would trust him to treat my friends and family.
21 Feb 2025
Mr Jaison Patel
Orthopaedic SurgeonExcellent colleague
31 Jan 2024
Mr Arman Memarzadeh
Orthopaedic SurgeonStephen is always looking to deliver patient specific care and listens to the needs of his patients. Stephen is an outstanding surgeon and achieves the best outcomes for his patients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to treat my family.
30 Nov 2022
Mr Michael Barrett
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Professor Stephen McDonnell's overall patient rating is 4.93 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 116 reviews.
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Professor Stephen McDonnell speaks English
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Professor Stephen McDonnell primarily practices at Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital, located at 30 New Road Impington, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB24 9EL
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Professor Stephen McDonnell is working Monday (17:00 - 17:30), Tuesday (10:00 - 11:00)
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