MA, FRCS
35 years of experience
Cheadle, SK8 2PX
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27 connections in healthcare
35 years of experience
Cheadle, SK8 2PX
(+2 more)
27 connections in healthcare
Mr Nick Phillips is a consultant orthopaedic surgeon with over 20 years' experience, he specialises in shoulder and elbow surgery. He sees patients with complaints such as shoulder pain, tendon injury, instability, arthritis, and elbow pain and stiffness. He performs the majority of his surgeries with minimally invasive techniques (arthroscopic surgery). He is currently based at Wythenshawe Hospital where he was clinical lead for the orthopaedic department for 3 years, and he has previously spent time as strategy lead for orthopaedic services across the Manchester Foundation Trust (MFT). During his time at MFT, Mr Phillips introduced reverse geometry total shoulder replacements and has been part of the continued development of minimally invasive surgical techniques.
Mr Phillips sees patients at his private clinic at the OthTeam Centre where he is a consultant shoulder and elbow surgeon, as well as at The Alexandria Hospital in Cheadle.
Dr Phillips qualified in 1990 from the University of Cambridge, then completed his higher surgical training in Sheffield before undertaking a Fellowship in Melbourne, Australia. During this time, Dr Phillips developed expertise in the use of hydrodilatation for the treatment of frozen shoulder, a technique he later introduced to the Manchester Foundation NHS Trust.
In 2004 he was also awarded the British Elbow and Shoulder Society Travelling Fellowship Award, which enabled him to train in South Africa and the USA.
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General Medical Council
No. 3503953
University of Cambridge
Medical Science
Graduated 1990
Read publications and papers written by this specialist.
01 / 04 / 2022
Management of periprosthetic fractures of the humerus : a systematic review.
Published in The Bone & Joint Journal
21 / 02 / 2021
Wide-Awake Shoulder Nanoscopic Long Head of Biceps Tenotomy
Published in Arthroscopy Techniques
01 / 04 / 2003
Treatment of primary degenerative arthritis of the elbow by ulnohumeral arthroplasty A LONG-TERM FOLLOW-UP
Published in The Bone and Joint Journal
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£230Follow-up appointment
£150Mill Lane, Cheadle, United Kingdom, SK8 2PX
170 Barlow Moor Road,, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 2AF
Didsbury Technology Park, 168 Barlow Moor Rd, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 2ZA
My very first experience using private healthcare and I understand now why people choose to subscribe. The whole experience with Dr Nick Philips was priceless. He really understood my pain, showed empathy and a wealth of knowledge regarding my shoulder pain. The cause was explained and also demonstrated to me very clearly along with physical mobility tests. A next step treatment plan was discussed and agreed. At no stage did I feel pressurised to continue privately.
This was the first time I met Nick. He was very friendly and approachable and put me at ease straight away. He listened to what I had to say about my elbow issues and then did a physical examination and then with confidence described to me with the aid of a model what my problem was. He then went through what would happen next, which was an MRI scan to determine the severity of the injury and that the likely treatment which was plasma injections and that he didn't think I would require surgery. I received a letter from Nick on the same day explaining everything he had gone through - which is important as you don't always take everything in during the appointment. I'm am now awaiting my MRI which has been arranged for a week after my consultation. Very happy with the service....
Very friendly and professional. had a clear understanding about my problem and was very knowlegedable which made me feel at ease. He had a caring friendly attitude. I left my appointment satisfied and happy.
Mr Phillips is very caring as he actively listens to understand the issue and acts with empathy. He is a true “gentleman” and greets you with a smile and puts you at ease. He explains everything and makes it simple to understand.
I found the advice that Nick gave me regarding my shoulder condition to be both constructive and helpful during my initial consultation I would therefore have no hesitation in recommending him accordingly Thank you Nick.
I found it a very pleasant experience . Mr Phillips recommended a cortisone injection in my shoulder . He then proceeded to explain in detail how the procedure works .
Nick is very friendly, charming and welcoming . Doesn’t talk down to you like some consultants have in the past. He explained how the shoulder works in the context of the issues I was having and and carefully listened to my explanation. He took interest in me as a whole person and showed that individual care by appreciating that my normal range of movement is more than others. He also explained the procedure well. May I suggest that in the letter about the procedure please could he mention the type of steroid being used as when I donated blood they needed to know what steroid I had had… odd request perhaps, but it took ages for the blood donation nurse to figure out if I could donate.
Dr. Nick Phillips is an amazing consultant. Despite finding myself in a situation where I was hearing new terms and with english being my second language Dr Phillips took the time to explain everything in details for me and answering my questions. Really grateful with the way I’ve been attended by Dr Phillips.
excellent

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Mr Nick Phillips's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 11 reviews.
What languages does Mr Nick Phillips speak?
Mr Nick Phillips speaks English
Where is Mr Nick Phillips located?
Mr Nick Phillips primarily practices at The Alexandra Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Mill Lane, Cheadle, United Kingdom, SK8 2PX
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What are Mr Nick Phillips working hours?
Mr Nick Phillips is working Tuesday (17:30 - 19:30), Wednesday (09:00 - 12:00, 09:00 - 13:00), Friday (09:00 - 12:30)
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