Mr Tom Symes
MBChB, MRCS, MSc, FRCS (Tr & Orth)
Orthopaedic Surgeon
26 years of experience
Hull, HU10 7AZ
1 connection in healthcare
26 years of experience
Hull, HU10 7AZ
1 connection in healthcare
About Mr Tom Symes
Mr Tom Symes is an experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in Hip & Knee Surgery at Spire Hull and East Riding Hospital.
He leads the Orthopaedic Department at the Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at Hull York Medical School. He is the revision Hip lead for East Yorkshire.
Mr Symes has a particular interest in day case joint replacement and enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS). Through the implementation of cutting-edge anaesthetic techniques, he ensures patients receive optimal pain control and can mobilise quickly and safely post-surgery. This approach results in a lower rate of post-operative issues and enables patients to be discharged home usually on the day of surgery or the day after.
He has also refined a muscle sparing hip replacement technique (SPAIRE technique) that allows patients to return to full activities after hip replacement with no restrictions.
Mr Symes completed his medical degree at the University of Leeds in 1999, followed by his specialised training in hip and knee replacement at the Golden Jubilee National Hospital in Glasgow, where he acquired expertise in performing navigated (computer aided) knee replacements. He became a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2003 and later completed his Master’s degree in Evidence Based Orthopaedics at the University of Teesside in 2006. In 2010, he became a Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics of the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
At Spire Hull and East Riding Hospital, he provides treatments for hip and knee injuries and hip and knee arthritis. He has expertise in arthroplasty, knee arthroscopy, hip replacement, knee replacement, partial knee replacement and hip & knee injections.
Alongside his clinical work, Mr Symes has published several papers and made significant contributions to two best-selling orthopaedic textbooks. He has shared his expertise at national meetings, delivering lectures on enhanced recovery and its impact on patient outcomes.
Subspecialties
- Knee Surgery•
- Hip Surgery
Areas of expertise
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4616490
Education
University of Leeds
Medicine
Graduated 1999
Qualifications
MBChB - University of Leeds, UK in 1999
MRCS - Royal College of Surgeons of England, UK in 2003
MSc Evidence Based Orthopaedics - University of Teesside, UK in 2006
FRCS (Tr & Orth) - Royal College of Surgeons of England, UK in 2010
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £180
- Follow-up appointment: £120
Insurers
- Bupa Fee Assured
- WPA
- Simply Health (Dental)
- AXA Health
- Cigna
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
- Bupa
- Benenden Health
Location
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Classic Hospital Hull & East Riding Lowfield Road, Hull, United Kingdom, HU10 7AZ
Reviews
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Mr Tom Symes is professional and provides clear explanations in his patient interactions. Patients praise his expertise in hip replacement surgery, noting quick recovery, effective pain relief, and excellent post-operative results. Many highlight his less invasive techniques and precise approach. He ensures patients understand their care and feel confident during their surgical journey. His good bedside manner is a common patient comment. Hip conditions are a common reason patients seek Mr Symes' expertise, including hip arthritis and chronic hip pain.
It was really good to meet Mr Symes.. I hah had to choose someone but as soon as I met him I knew I had made the right choice. He was totally reassuring and listened. He examined me and knew I must be in pain. He was kind and patient but explained the risks and procedures and that he would try to get it done ASAP.
Mr Symes was friendly, thorough and approachable. I completely trust his diagnosis
I choose Mr Symes to do my hip replacement as he said that he doesn’t believe in cutting into too much muscle therefore it is a quicker recovery and afterwards you can get back to fitness sooner. As I do a lot of exercise this suited me.
Mr Tom Sykes came across as academically precise in his treatment of me at a recent consultation. His literature he gave me was also the same. What he did lack for me was the warmth of a Consultant/Patient relationship. I have been treated at Castle Hill for Cancer since January 2020 and my treatment there far exceeded that of my recent consultation with Tom Symes
Mr Symes conveyed a confidence in me that I was in the hands of an expert. His approach was friendly and empathetic, always ready to answer questions and provide explanations. He pre-emptied many of my questions and enabled me to feel less anxious towards the operation.
Tom explained everything clearly. Hip replacement went well.
From the initial consultation the whole procedure was explained clearly by Mr Symes. I fully understood the procedure and after the anticipation and anxiety prior to the operation I was happy and comfortable for the operation to go ahead. The results where fantastic, less pain than I expected initially from the operation and after 4 weeks was walking without sticks, totally unaided and without hip pain, thank you so much.
A most agreeable person, explained every thing in clear terms, showed concern about my hip joint. He and his team are a wonder. Follow up after surgery was very good, with referral to physio dept.
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Mr Tom Symes's overall patient rating is 4.94 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 24 reviews.
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Mr Tom Symes speaks English
Where is Mr Tom Symes located?
Mr Tom Symes primarily practices at Spire Hull & East Riding Hospital, located at Classic Hospital Hull & East Riding Lowfield Road, Hull, United Kingdom, HU10 7AZ
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Mr Tom Symes is working Wednesday (12:30 - 16:30), Thursday (18:00 - 21:00)
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