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Mr Nicholas Riley

MBBS FRCS (Tr & Orth) Dip Hand Surg

Orthopaedic Surgeon

24 years of experience

Headington, OX3 7RP

5 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Max Mifsud, Mr Simon Newman and 1 other professional

4.98

/5

(31 reviews)

24 years of experience

Headington, OX3 7RP

5 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Max Mifsud, Mr Simon Newman and 1 other professional

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hand & Wrist Surgery
14
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
6
2
Trigger Finger
5

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About Mr Nicholas Riley

Mr Nicholas Riley is a Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon based at the private practice Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital and his current NHS post is Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust. His areas of specialism are hand and wrist surgery and his areas of interest include hand and wrist trauma, tendon injuries and inflammation, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, Dupuytren's contracture and nerve compression.

Mr Riley qualified in Medicine in 2001 with Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery degrees, he became a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (Trauma and Orthopaedics) in 2013. In 2015 he completed the Advanced Training Fellowship in Hand Surgery at Oxford University Hospitals and was awarded the American Society for Surgery of the Hand travelling fellowship; visiting the Hospital for Specialist Surgery in New York and the Mayo Clinic.

In addition, Mr Riley has research interests in osteoarthritis of the hand and wrist and the management of scaphoid injuries. He is part of the Oxford University Hand Research Group, has over 20 peer reviewed publications and has presented his research at over 30 national and international presentations. He is an active member of the British Soceity for Surgery of the Hand and is a member of the Education Committee.


Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

  • Arthroscopy
  • Revision Surgery
  • Tendon Repair
  • Joint Injection
  • Joint Fusion (Hand)
  • Joint Fusion (Wrist)
  • Rheumatoid Hand Surgery
  • Tendon Repair (Hand)
  • Sports Injuries
  • Stress Fractures
  • Fracture (Broken Bone)
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Arthritis (Hand)
  • Arthritis (Wrist)
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Hand Deformities
  • Hand Extensor Tendon Injuries
  • Hand Flexor Tendon Injuries
  • Hand Pain
  • Hand Problems
  • Kienbock's Disease
  • Mallet Finger
  • Trigger Finger

Subspecialties

  • Sports Injury
  • Hand Surgery
  • Hand & Wrist Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(43)
Skill Endorsements
(25)

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Hand & Wrist Surgery
14
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
6
2
Trigger Finger
5
Dupuytren's Contracture
2
2
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
2
1
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
3
Hand Flexor Tendon Injuries
3
Hand Injury
1
1
Tendon Repair
2
Tendon Repair (Hand)
2
Lunate Replacement
2
Joint Fusion (Hand)
2
Joint Fusion (Wrist)
2
Finger Joint Replacement
2
Bone Spurs
2
Hand Fractures
2
Tendon Injuries
1
Sports Injuries
1
Peripheral Neuropathy
1
Fracture (Broken Bone)
1
Hand Pain
1
Hand Extensor Tendon Injuries
1
Hand Deformities
1
Arthritis (Hand)
1
Steroid Injection
1
De Quervain's Syndrome (Tenosynovitis)
1
Fracture Fixation Surgery
Hand Stiffness
Fracture
Entrapment Neuropathy
Forearm Fractures
Median Nerve Injury
Ulnar Nerve Injury
Tennis Elbow
Peripheral Nerve Injury
Internal Brace
Osteomyelitis (Upper Limb)
Dupuytrens Fasciectomy
Osteotomy
Ulnar Shortening
Cubital Tunnel (Ulnar Nerve) Release
Finger Injury
Thumb Joint Replacement
Wrist Replacement
Arthritis
Wrist Arthroscopy
Ganglion Cyst Removal
Mallet Finger
Video Consultation
Kienbock's Disease
Multiligament Reconstruction
Arthritis (Wrist)
Hand Problems
Rheumatoid Hand Surgery
Revision Surgery
Stress Fractures
Arthroscopy
Joint Injection
Osteoarthritis

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6027633

Royal College of Surgeons

No. 206764


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 2001


Qualifications

  • Diploma in Hand Surgery University of Manchester 2016
  • FRCS (Tr & Orth) Royal College of Surgeons of England 2013
  • MBBS St Bartholomew's and the Royal London School of Medicine 2001

Languages spoken

  • English

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £175

Insurers

  • Benenden Health
  • General and Medical
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • The PHC
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • The Exeter
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Healix Health Services
  • Cigna
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • WPA
  • Bupa
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • Aetna

Location

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Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital Oxford

4.85

(1075)

Beech Road, Headington, United Kingdom, OX3 7RP

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Nicholas Riley is professional, clear, friendly, reassuring, and kind in his patient interactions. He explains surgical procedures, including trigger finger release and scaphoid fixation, ensuring patients fully grasp their treatment plans and expected outcomes. Mr Riley offers detailed pre-operative and post-operative communication, addresses patient anxieties, and consistently delivers successful surgical results. Patients frequently highlight his expertise across diverse upper limb interventions, particularly for carpal tunnel decompression and other hand and wrist surgeries.

5.0
verified patient
01 Mar 2022

Mr Riley took the time to explain my situation and go over x-rays and CT scan images. He ensured I understood everything before moving on. He explained the procedure and my next steps and left me feeling very reassured and supported.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
02 Apr 2021

Mr Riley was very personable. He took a great deal of interest in my condition at our first meeting and went on to discuss and explain the various options in a clear and ‘easy to follow’ way. He carried out procedures on both my hands (4 weeks apart) and each time explained clearly what he was going to do. He communicated with me during the procedures, to check that I was Ok and to reassure me that things were going well. During my post op review after the first procedure, he made it clear to me that I must be more rigorous with my physio at home, otherwise the benefits would be lost. In hindsight I needed to be told that! Mr Riley is thoroughly professional and obviously very highly skilled and I could not recommend him highly enough. I am extremely grateful that he, rather than anyone else, was the consultant who ‘repaired’ my hands.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
02 Apr 2021

He clearly described the various available options, and then provided an excellent running commentary on the procedure as it progressed. A very clever man.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
02 Apr 2021

Mr Riley diagnosed and carried out surgical release of trigger finger in a caring and professional manner. The procedure took no time and was immediately successful. I also saw him for steroid injections, which also worked. All in al, very satisfied and would recommend.

5.0
verified patient
06 Mar 2021

Very good experience . Extremely competent and also very kind . I felt that I was in good hands .

5.0
verified patient
10 Feb 2021

Dr Riley got to the heart of the matter and outlined a rational and practical course of investigation. He was quick to ensure other specialists were bought in to investigate and eliminate other potential causes, and this was done to suit my timetable. After the investigation he clearly explained the results and future possible courses of action, and was very fast in writing to my GP to update him during the process.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
08 Jan 2021

Mr Nicholas Riley has been a superb professional throughout. The surgical procedure on my hand has been very successful and Mr Riley has explained everything in detail. His manner has been friendly while consistent with a high level of professionalism. I have felt that I have been treated as a human being rather than simply a set of symptoms. He has shown care and awareness that I, the patient, do not exist in a vacuum but has needs for social and domestic care as well as those directly concerned with treatment. Mr Riley has engaged well throughout and has made several follow up face to face and virtual appointments. I do not believe that I could have been better treated. I am aware that he has worked in consultation with the physiotherapist.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
06 Jan 2021

So helpful, went above and beyond at all stages. Thank you Nick.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
04 Jan 2021

Open and friendly approach, took time to explain everything and checked understanding.

5.0
verified patient
04 Jan 2021

Found every aspect of my treatment with Mr Nicholas Riley excellent he made everything clear and non stressful throughout although still early days the treatment all seems to have gone smoothly

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Skill Endorsements

Nick is an excellent surgeon. He is knowledgeable, approachable and down-to-earth. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to my closest family and friends.

18 Dec 2023
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Hand Flexor Tendon Injuries
Hand Injury

Mr Max Mifsud

Mr Max Mifsud

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

I have worked with Nick for a number of years. He is a highly skilled, hard-working and knowledgeable hand surgeon. I have no hesitation in recommending him for the assessment and treatment of all hand and wrist related problems.

04 Oct 2020
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Hand Flexor Tendon Injuries
Tendon Repair

Mr Simon Newman

Mr Simon Newman

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

Nic is a well reputed colleague who also works within the Dept of Orthopaedics at the world renowned Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre which is part of the Oxford University Hospitals. He is well liked by colleagues and patients and sought after for his expertise of the listed conditions.

04 Oct 2020
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Hand Flexor Tendon Injuries
Tendon Repair

Mr Bedansh Roy Chaudhary

Mr Bedansh Roy Chaudhary

Neurosurgeon
Is a colleague

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Mr Nicholas Riley's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 31 reviews.

What languages does Mr Nicholas Riley speak?

Mr Nicholas Riley speaks English

Where is Mr Nicholas Riley located?

Mr Nicholas Riley primarily practices at Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital Oxford, located at Beech Road, Headington, United Kingdom, OX3 7RP
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