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Mr Iain D M Brown

Mr Iain D M Brown

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Edinburgh, EH12 6UD

Verified profile
26 years of experience
Verified profile
26 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.93

73 patient reviews

4 professional endorsements

4.93
Overall Experience
4.92
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.95
Explanation

133 recommendations for:

Shoulder Pain(54)
Rotator Cuff Injury(19)
Frozen Shoulder(8)
Other(52)

Recent patient review

12 Mar 2024

This was a follow-up appointment. We had a good discussion about the pros and cons of...

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About

After graduating from the University of Glasgow in 1997, Mr Iain Brown went on to complete his medical training across Scotland, working in Glasgow, Ayrshire, London and Edinburgh. In addition to his orthopaedic training, Mr Brown has worked alongside plastic surgeons at the Royal London and St Barts, as well as in an Accident & Emergency unit in Gold Coast Hospitals in Australia.

Mr Brown has completed a fellowship in trauma and has extensive knowledge in the field of shoulder reconstruction. Not only this, he has excellent training in hand, wrist and elbow surgery. Mr Brown's passion for medical care has not wavered and he remains passionate about quality and care improvements for patients and is now a team member of the internationally renowned Trauma Unit at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.

Beyond his clinical exploits, he remains heavily involved in research and this involvement culminated in him winning the Tenovus funding grant for molecular research into frozen shoulders.

In his personal time, Mr Brown performs as a Tenor with Opera East Lothian and is known to pull off quite the performance when requested to by his two young daughters.


Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
  • Arthroscopy
  • Elbow surgery
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Shoulder surgery
  • Soft tissue injuries
  • Sports injury
  • Upper limb surgery
  • Wrist surgery
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Nerve Pain
  • Carpal Tunnel release
  • Cubital Tunnel release
  • Reverse Shoulder Replacement
  • Total Shoulder Replacement
  • Shoulder Stabilisation
  • Latarjet/Bristow
  • Total shoulder replacement surgery
  • Arthroscopy

  • Rotator cuff repair

  • Tennis/golf elbow

  • Sports injuries

  • Wrist fractures

  • Carpal tunnel surgery

  • Upper limb soft tissue injuries
  • Shoulder Instability rehabilitation and surgery

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Shoulder Pain (41%)
  • Rotator Cuff Injury (14%)
  • Frozen Shoulder (6%)
  • Hand Problems (4%)
  • Shoulder Instability (4%)
  • Others (32%)

Subspecialties
  • Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
  • Hand & Wrist Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Rotator Cuff Injury
  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Hand Problems
  • Shoulder Instability
  • Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
  • Sports Injuries
  • Arthritis (Shoulder)
  • Dislocated Shoulder
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Video Consultation

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4440750


Qualifications

Primary Qualifications

MBChB University of Glasgow 1997

FRCS (Tr & Orth) Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2010

Additional Bodies

British Orthopaedic Association

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Edinburgh

British Elbow and Shoulder Surgeons


languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £180
  • Follow-up appointment: £110

insurers
  • Vitality Health
  • WPA
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Cigna
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Bupa
  • Aviva Health
  • Saga Insurance

Location

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Spire Murrayfield Hospital Edinburgh

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122 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 6UD
122 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 6UD
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4.65
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40 Colinton Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH10 5BT
40 Colinton Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH10 5BT
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Reviews

All reviews(73)
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Last 7 days
Last 30 days
Last 6 months
Filter by condition:
Shoulder Pain (50)
Rotator Cuff Injury (17)
Frozen Shoulder (7)
Hand Problems (5)
Shoulder Instability (4)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

73 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

This was a follow-up appointment. We had a good discussion about the pros and cons of shoulder surgery whilst reviewing the condition of the shoulder since the first steroid injection. It was an excellent discussion

12 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Arthritis (Shoulder)
Hand Problems
Shoulder Pain

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I had an initial consultation with Mr Brown and thought he was just super. He explained everything very clearly and was very easy to talk to. Very happy!

06 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Shoulder Pain

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very thorough,easy to talk to. Took his time and explained everything including the options available.Follow up letter was detailed and will be of assistance to GP. Would certainly use again.

09 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Shoulder Pain
Rotator Cuff Injury
Hand Problems

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Brown explained the procedure clearly both before, and after surgery

06 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I am extremely happy. I have been suffering for over a year in constant pain. My left arm/shoulder os now pain free and near normal. Dr Brown explained everything and was very pragmatic. I had an excellent result with him after wasting hours and multiple appointments with GPs.

06 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Shoulder Pain

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Great surgeon and gentleman

06 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Shoulder Pain

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Ian Brown was 5 stars He explained everything in detail . He was kind and considerate. Highly recommended.

19 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Rotator Cuff Injury
Shoulder Pain

3.5

3.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

He was very approchable and caring. However was unable to fix my scar to my hoped for standard. However it was not his fault as my immune system which probably was the cause of repeated infections was not due to his ability as a surgeon.

06 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Rotator Cuff Injury
Hand & Wrist Surgery

Reply from Iain D M Brown

Hello. I'm sorry to get your feedback isn't as good as I generally hope for. I understand your scar isn't as good as you hoped for. Kind regards.

07 Apr 2023

4.5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

Your secretary was a bit slow in passing on any feedback from our meeting.

29 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Shoulder Pain
Rotator Cuff Injury

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Brown has gone over and above to help with my shoulder condition

28 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Shoulder Pain
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Endorsements

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Most endorsed treatments/conditions
All endorsements
Shoulder Pain (4)
Orthopaedic Surgery (4)
Rotator Cuff Injury (2)
Dislocated Shoulder (2)

4 endorsements

Iain is an excellent surgeon and colleague. He has vast knowledge and expertise in treating patients with upper limb problems. He is well liked by patients and colleagues and I am always confident that he will provide a fantastic service to anyone I refer to him. All of my patients have been highly pleased with the care they received.

19 Oct 2023
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Rotator Cuff Injury
Shoulder Stabilisation
+ 10 more

Mr Scott Middleton

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

I have worked with Iain for many years - an excellent colleague and surgeon. Very happy to recommend him..

08 Feb 2022
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Stabilisation

Mr John McKinley

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

Iain Brown has been a close colleague of mine for over a decade. He is a skilled surgeon, with a special interest in complex shoulder problems. I would happily have him operate on me or my family. He has a wonderful bedside manner and a real dedication to his patients.

19 Oct 2021
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Shoulder Pain
Dislocated Shoulder
+ 3 more

Mr Tim White

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

Iain is an excellent upper limb surgeon. He has an excellent bedside manner and exemplary surgical skills. I have worked with him for several years both in the NHS and the private sector and would have no hesitation in recommending him to friends and family.

09 Jun 2021
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Shoulder Pain
Dislocated Shoulder
+ 22 more

Mr Samuel Molyneux

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Iain D M Brown's reviews like?

Mr Iain D M Brown's overall patient rating is 4.93 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 73 reviews

What languages does Mr Iain D M Brown speak?

Mr Iain D M Brown speaks English

Where is Mr Iain D M Brown located?

Mr Iain D M Brown primarily practices at Spire Murrayfield Hospital Edinburgh, located at 122 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 6UD
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