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Mr Simon Sturdee

Mr Simon Sturdee

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Rochdale, OL11 4LZ

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27 years of experience

Verified profile

27 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.93

133 patient reviews4 professional endorsements
4.91
Overall Experience
4.92
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.95
Explanation

276 recommendations for:

Foot Pain(72)
Achilles Tendon Problems(19)
Arthritis (Foot)(15)
Other(170)

Recent patient review

12 Mar 2024

I saw Mr Sturdee 12 years ago and he operated on my toe ive been back...

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About

Mr Simon Sturdee is a Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon currently based at the private practices BMI Huddersfield Hospital, BMI The Highfield Hospital ad Elland Hospital Elland Lane. His current post is Calderdale and Huddersfield Trust. His areas of interest include Sports injuries; Ankle surgery; Foot surgery (Forefoot surgery, mid foot surgery, hind foot surgery); Minimally invasive foot surgery; 1st MTP joint (big toe) replacement surgery; Ankle replacement and Ankle arthroscopy.

Mr Sturdee qualified in Medicine at Leeds University in 1996. He became a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons in 1999 and The Royal College of Surgeon of Edinburgh in 1999. His basic surgical training was undertaken in Leeds, Harrogate and Bradford working in the specialties of General medicine, Accident and Emergency medicine, General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Cardiothoracic surgery and Trauma and orthopaedic Surgery.

In addition, Mr Sturdee is interested in research regarding Tendon disorders of foot and ankle, Plantar fasciitis, and Shockwave therapy. He has many professional publications and offers courses to GPs. Locally he has treated professional rugby league players from Huddersfield Giants, Castleford Tigers and Halifax Rugby League Club. He also works closely with physiotherapists, orthotists, podiatrists, anaesthetists, pain specialists, radiologists and nurses to provide a team approach to the patient problem.


Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
  • Arthroscopy
  • Foot Fractures
  • Chondral Grafting
  • Ankle Fractures
  • Joint Injection
  • Steroid Injection
  • Multiligament Reconstruction
  • Postoperative Rehabilitation
  • Revision Surgery
  • Video Consultation
  • Tendon Repair
  • Ankle Joint Fusion
  • Ankle Replacement
  • Bunion (Hallux Valgus) Correction
  • Bunionectomy
  • Bunionette Deformity Correction
  • Cheilectomy
  • Claw Toe Correction
  • Diabetic Foot Care
  • Excision Of Mortons Neuromas
  • Flatfoot Correction
  • Gait Analysis
  • Hammertoe Correction
  • Mallet Toe Correction
  • Minimally Invasive Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Partial Nail Removal
  • Plantar Fascia Release Surgery
  • External Fixation Devices
  • Fracture Fixation Surgery
  • Bone spurs
  • Fracture (Broken Bone)
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Sports Injuries
  • Stress Fractures
  • Corns
  • Heel bumps
  • Achilles Tendon Problems
  • Ankle Sprain
  • Arthritis (Ankle)
  • Arthritis (Foot)
  • Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
  • Claw Toes
  • Mallet Toes
  • Neuromas
  • Foot Pain
  • Foot Sprains
  • Hallux Limitus Or Hallus Rigidus
  • Hammer Toes
  • Turf toes
  • Peroneal Tendinopathy
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Foot Pain (26%)
  • Achilles Tendon Problems (7%)
  • Arthritis (Foot) (5%)
  • Plantar Fasciitis (4%)
  • Ankle Joint Fusion (3%)
  • Others (55%)

Subspecialties
  • Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Sports Injury
  • Trauma Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Foot Pain
  • Achilles Tendon Problems
  • Arthritis (Foot)
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Neuromas
  • Ankle Fractures
  • Arthritis (Ankle)
  • Hallux Limitus or Hallux Rigidus
  • Hammer Toes
  • Ankle Sprain
  • Bunionectomy
  • Ankle Joint Fusion
  • Tendon Repair
  • MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bunion (Hallux Valgus) Correction
  • Excision of Mortons Neuromas
  • Fracture Fixation Surgery
  • Ankle Replacement
  • Bunionette Deformity Correction

Registered with

Royal College of Surgeons

No. 9016664

British Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons

No. 16434

General Medical Council

No. 4314619


Qualifications

Education

  • FRCS (Tr&Orth) Royal College of Surgeons of England (2005)
  • MRCSEd Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh (1999)
  • MRCS Royal College of Surgeons of England (1999)
  • MB ChB Leeds University Medical School (1996)

Membership

  • British Orthopaedic Association
  • Royal College of Surgeons England
  • British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
  • European Foot and Ankle Society

languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £160

insurers
  • General Medical
  • health-on-line
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • April
  • Groupama
  • Simply Health
  • Healix
  • Saga Insurance
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Four Points Assistance
  • Bupa
  • CS Healthcare
  • WPA
  • Legal & General
  • The Exeter
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Norwich Union
  • Aviva Health
  • Aetna
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • The PHC

Location

All locations

The Highfield Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

4.91
(356)
Manchester Rd, Rochdale, United Kingdom, OL11 4LZ
Manchester Rd, Rochdale, United Kingdom, OL11 4LZ
Monday
10:30 - 13:00
Tuesday
13:00 - 16:00
Wednesday
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4.88
(340)
Elland Lane Elland, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, HX5 9EB
Elland Lane Elland, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, HX5 9EB
Monday
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Tuesday
17:30 - 20:30
Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
08:00 - 13:00
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Sunday
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4.85
(183)
Birkby Hall Road,Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, HD2 2BL
Birkby Hall Road,Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, HD2 2BL
Monday
09:00 - 10:00
Tuesday
16:30 - 17:30
Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Video consultation

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Online, Video Consultation, United Kingdom, W1
Online, Video Consultation, United Kingdom, W1
Monday
18:00 - 21:00
Tuesday
18:00 - 21:00
Wednesday
18:00 - 21:00
Thursday
18:00 - 21:00
Friday
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Reviews

All reviews(133)
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Foot Pain (68)
Achilles Tendon Problems (17)
Arthritis (Foot) (12)
Plantar Fasciitis (8)
Foot & Ankle Surgery (7)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

133 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I saw Mr Sturdee 12 years ago and he operated on my toe ive been back again as toe is fractured and after attending fracture clinic and not getting a conclusive answer ive come to see Mr Sturdee and hes put my mind at ease and said ok to go back kicking,i value and appreciate his expertise and really appreciate his help

12 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Foot Fractures

Reply from Simon Sturdee

Thank you for taking the time to do the review.

14 Mar 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Seen on time, put me at ease. Approachable manner and gave me good explanation as to my condition and the way forward

27 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Achilles Tendon Problems

Reply from Simon Sturdee

Thank you for taking the time to do the review.

29 Feb 2024

4.25

4.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

All good, explanation and projection plan for recovery very encouraging.

13 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Achilles Tendon Problems

Reply from Simon Sturdee

Thank you for taking the time to do the review.

15 Feb 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very informative & helpful

02 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Heel Bumps

Reply from Simon Sturdee

Thank you for taking the time to do the review.

04 Feb 2024

4.5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

He listened very well and examined my ankle fully.

16 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Foot Pain

Reply from Simon Sturdee

Thank you for taking the time to do the review.

17 Jan 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very professional but warm and friendly. Took the time to understand and listen.

16 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Sports Injury

Reply from Simon Sturdee

Thank you for taking the time to do the review.

17 Jan 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent service.

15 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Foot Pain

Reply from Simon Sturdee

Thank you for taking the time to do the review.

17 Jan 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very professional, good explanation of what was happening and possible ways of moving forward.

15 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Ankle Sprain
Plantar Fasciitis
Foot Pain

Reply from Simon Sturdee

Thank you for taking the time to do the review.

17 Dec 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Diagnosis of an issue that has, for 4 years, remained undiagnosed. Clear and helpful guidance on managing the problem.

20 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Sports Injury

Reply from Simon Sturdee

Thank you for taking the time to do the review.

23 Nov 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Extremely good and informative, would recommend Simon to anyone.

08 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Arthritis (Foot)
Plantar Fasciitis
Foot Pain

Reply from Simon Sturdee

Thank you for taking the time to do the review and your kind words.

09 Nov 2023
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Endorsements

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Most endorsed treatments/conditions
All endorsements
Foot Pain (4)
Ankle Joint Fusion (4)
Orthopaedic Surgery (4)
Ankle Fractures (4)

4 endorsements

Mr Sturdee is a highly skilled and very experienced Foot and Ankle Surgeon who has a methodical approach to patient management. He is a caring doctor with excellent communication skills and is held in high regard by his colleagues. I have no hesitation in recommending Mr Sturdee to treat my friends and family.

28 May 2021
Endorsed for
Ankle Fractures
Orthopaedic Surgery
Ankle Joint Fusion

Mr Michael Mokawem

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

Simon is an excellent and experienced Foot and Ankle Surgeon. He is very caring to his patients and committed to deliver an outstanding service.

14 Apr 2021
Endorsed for
Ankle Fractures
Orthopaedic Surgery
Ankle Joint Fusion

Mr Ehab Kheir

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

Simon is an excellent and thoughtful surgeon. He takes time to assess problems and communicates the possible options for treatment very effectively.

03 Sep 2020
Endorsed for
Ankle Fractures
Orthopaedic Surgery
Ankle Joint Fusion

Mr Mark Farndon

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

Simon is a very experienced colleague offering expert assessment, advice and evidence-based care for all aspects of foot & ankle problems. Highly recommended.

03 Sep 2020
Endorsed for
Ankle Fractures
Orthopaedic Surgery
Ankle Joint Fusion

Mr Neil Pennington

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Simon Sturdee's reviews like?

Mr Simon Sturdee's overall patient rating is 4.93 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 133 reviews

What languages does Mr Simon Sturdee speak?

Mr Simon Sturdee speaks English

Where is Mr Simon Sturdee located?

Mr Simon Sturdee primarily practices at The Highfield Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Manchester Rd, Rochdale, United Kingdom, OL11 4LZ
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What are Mr Simon Sturdee working hours?

Mr Simon Sturdee is working Monday (10:30 - 13:00, 09:00 - 10:00, 18:00 - 21:00), Tuesday (13:00 - 16:00, 17:30 - 20:30, 16:30 - 17:30, 18:00 - 21:00), Wednesday (18:00 - 21:00), Thursday (18:00 - 21:00), Friday (08:00 - 13:00)

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