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Mr Jayanth Paniker

MB BS, MSc(Tr&Orth), FRCS(Tr&Orth), Dip Hand Surg(Br)

Orthopaedic Surgeon

27 years of experience

Sheffield, S10 3BR

(+2 more)

12 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Vivek Kumar, Miss Lauren Thomson and 2 other professionals

4.99

/5

(581 reviews)

27 years of experience

Sheffield, S10 3BR

(+2 more)

12 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Vivek Kumar, Miss Lauren Thomson and 2 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
129
Trigger Finger
101
2
Dupuytrens Fasciectomy
88

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About Mr Jayanth Paniker

Mr Paniker is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with two decades of experience in the treatment of hand and wrist conditions. He sees private patients at the three sites

-BMI Thornbury Hospital, Sheffield

-Spire Claremont Hospital, Sheffield

-Ramsay Parkhill Hospital, Doncaster

Mr Paniker gained his primary medical qualifications at Manipal University India, 2000, after which he undertook his post graduate training in Orthopaedics in India before coming to UK to further his Orthopaedic training in Birmingham, Manchester and Wales and eventually his Specialist Orthopaedic Training from Liverpool.

Since being appointed Consultant, Mr Paniker has become clinical lead for Orthopaedics and clinical lead for research in his NHS trust. He is also actively engaged in educating the next generation of doctors, by mentoring junior doctors and masters students. He is part of the council of the BSSH(British Soceity for Surgery of the Hand)and an examiner for the Hand Diploma and teaches on many national courses.


Subspecialties

  • Hand & Wrist Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(779)
Skill Endorsements
(29)

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Carpal Tunnel Decompression
129
Trigger Finger
101
2
Dupuytrens Fasciectomy
88
Arthritis (Hand)
82
1
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
40
2
Ganglion Cyst Removal
33
Hand & Wrist Surgery
31
1
Steroid Injection
27
1
Dupuytren's Contracture
25
2
Trapeziectomy
26
De Quervain's Syndrome (Tenosynovitis)
20
1
Hand Problems
20
Wrist Pain
18
1
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
16
Arthritis (Wrist)
15
1
Joint Replacement
16
Osteoarthritis
13
1
Joint Injection
11
Joint Fusion (Hand)
11
Hand Pain
10
1
Thumb Joint Replacement
10
Finger Joint Replacement
7
Finger Injury
5
Hand Injury
4
1
Tendon Repair (Hand)
4
1
Wrist Fractures
4
1
Arthritis
4
1
Tendon Injuries
2
1
Fracture Fixation Surgery
3
Cubital Tunnel (Ulnar Nerve) Release
3
Tendinopathy (Tendonitis)
2
Fracture
1
1
Tendon Repair
2
Joint Fusion (Wrist)
2
Fracture (Broken Bone)
2
Bone Spurs
1
1
Mallet Finger
1
1
Hand Fractures
1
1
Ulnar Shortening
2
Ulnar Nerve Injury
2
Benign Soft Tissue Tumour
2
Video Consultation
1
Sports Injuries
1
Scar Treatment
1
Rehabilitative Physiotherapy
1
Gout
1
Wrist Replacement
1
Scar Revision Surgery
1
Excision of Soft Tissue Masses
1
Scarring
1
Joint Pain
1
Tennis Elbow
1
Hand Extensor Tendon Injuries
1
Hand Flexor Tendon Injuries
1
Hand Deformities
1
Elbow Surgery
1
Rheumatoid Hand Surgery
1
Kienbock's Disease
1
Osteotomy
1
Hand Stiffness
1
Clear + Brilliant Treatment
1
Peripheral Nerve Injury
Osteomyelitis (Upper Limb)
Lipoma Removal
Clavicle Fractures
Elbow Fractures
Forearm Fractures
Wrist Arthroscopy
Common Peroneal Nerve Injury
Entrapment Neuropathy
Median Nerve Injury
Wrist Drop
Revision Surgery
Radial Nerve Injury
Lipoma
Joint Injury
Lunate Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Arthroscopy
Inflammatory Arthritis
Benign Bone Tumour
Open Reduction, Internal Fixation (ORIF) of Fractures

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 5208739


Qualifications

Education

Orthopaedic Registrar training (UK)

Fellowship in hand surgery (UK)

MSc(Trauma & Orthopaedics (Warwick University,UK)

Diploma in Hand Surgery-British

Memberships

British Orthopaedic Association

British Society for Surgery of the Hand(BSSH)

Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Premium Medical Protection


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Malayalam

Insurers

  • Healix Health Services
  • Benenden Health
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Cigna
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Vitality

Fees

  • New appointment

    £250
  • Follow-up appointment

    £150
*May vary on location

Locations

Thornbury Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

312 Fulwood Rd, Sheffield, United Kingdom, S10 3BR

4.85(1031 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
08:00 - 12:30
Tuesday
Wednesday
13:00 - 17:00
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
08:00 - 12:30
Tuesday
Wednesday
13:00 - 17:00
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Park Hill Hospital

Thorne Road, Doncaster, United Kingdom, DN2 5TH

4.84(893 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
14:00 - 18:30
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Claremont Hospital

401 Sandygate Road, Sheffield, United Kingdom, S10 5UB

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
14:00 - 16:30
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
19:00 - 20:30
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
129
Trigger Finger
101
2
Dupuytrens Fasciectomy
88

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Jayanth Paniker is consistently friendly and professional in his patient interactions. He clearly explains all diagnoses and treatment options. Patients feel comfortable and confident in his care. Many common hand procedures, like Carpal Tunnel Decompression, Trigger Finger treatment, and Dupuytren's Fasciectomy, achieve excellent results, giving improved movement and relief from pain.

5
verified patient
20 May 2026

The doctor was excellent and explained all the areas of the procedure. He was easy to speak to and the operation went very well. The overall procedure looks good and you can’t even see the operation has taken place.

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5
verified patient
14 May 2026

Highly recommend, very knowledgeable and surgery results were fantastic

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
14 May 2026

Excellent medical care. Very professional and easy to talk to.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
14 May 2026

Mr Paniker was very friendly and reassuring, he described the options for my procedure which helped me to choose the right option for me. My overall experience at Thornbury and particularly with Mr Paniker was brilliant.

5
verified patient
12 May 2026

All explanations were clear with risks and benefits explained.

5
verified patient
11 May 2026

Following successful operations on both wrists for carpel tunnel, I would recommend Mr Paniker for his kindness, professionalism and high quality care.

5
verified patient
11 May 2026

Very easy and relaxed througout

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
05 May 2026

Follow up appointment after joint replacement surgery. As always Mr Panikar fully explained the outcome of my surgery very professional and thought.

5
verified patient
29 Apr 2026

Mr Paniker has done a fantastic job on my knuckle replacement. I am now pain free which is great.

5
verified patient
27 Apr 2026

All treatment has been excellent with a very good outcome

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Skill Endorsements

05 Mar 2026
Endorsed for
Video Consultation
Tendon Injuries

MK

Mr Vivek Kumar

Urologist
Is a colleague

Mr Jayanth Paniker is an excellent surgeon and colleague. He has an exemplary patient manner and is a highly skilled surgeon. I would highly recommend his expertise.

11 Mar 2025
Endorsed for
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Dupuytren's Contracture

Miss Lauren Thomson

Miss Lauren Thomson

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

A very dedicated clinician and an excellent surgeon

27 Feb 2025
Endorsed for
Wrist Replacement
Hand & Wrist Surgery

MP

Mr Vivek Panikkar

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

I had the pleasure of working alongside Jay during my training and now as a colleague. His attention to detail, excellent surgical techniques and relationships with his patients really make him stand out and I would highly recommend him for any hand and wrist problems. He’s very down to earth, simplifies explanations and has excellent outcomes from the surgery he performs.

15 Oct 2022
Endorsed for
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Dupuytren's Contracture
Trigger Finger

Mr Nikhil Nanavati

Mr Nikhil Nanavati

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Jayanth Paniker's reviews like?

Mr Jayanth Paniker's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 581 reviews.

What languages does Mr Jayanth Paniker speak?

Mr Jayanth Paniker speaks English, Hindi and Malayalam

Where is Mr Jayanth Paniker located?

Mr Jayanth Paniker primarily practices at Thornbury Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at 312 Fulwood Rd, Sheffield, United Kingdom, S10 3BR
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What are Mr Jayanth Paniker working hours?

Mr Jayanth Paniker is working Monday (08:00 - 12:30, 14:00 - 18:30, 14:00 - 16:30), Wednesday (13:00 - 17:00), Thursday (19:00 - 20:30)

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