YORKSHIRE KNEE CLINIC - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Surgeon
- Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon & District NHS Foundation Trust
- Lead Surgeon for Acute Knee Injuries at Harrogate District Hospital
"Mr Duffy is a wonderful knee surgeon but he's a very approachable guy as well… That makes a huge difference."
Dave is currently the lead surgeon for acute knee Injuries at Harrogate District Hospital and has successfully treated many professional athletes. He has performed thousands of arthroscopic procedures (ACL reconstruction and meniscal surgery) throughout his career. His approach is directed at diagnosing the extent of a new injury quickly. Being able to start treatment early, especially for conditions where this is time critical, is essential to achieving the best result. The support of specialist physiotherapists, plus swift and high quality investigations help to achieve this goal.
At the heart of Dave's practice is a commitment to patient communication and care
Providing a clear and concise explanation of the diagnosis - something that should be taken for granted - plus all the treatment options available and their goals is a fundamental part of patient satisfaction.
Dave's passion for clear patient communication is reflected by his education videos, which have now been viewed more than 10 million times on YouTube. Some are now among the most watched surgical videos ever produced in the UK.
Dave has also built close links with high calibre specialist health professionals (radiologists & physiotherapists), essential for his bespoke and holistic approach.
Job Titles:
- Trainer
- Consultant in Trauma and Orthopaedics at Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
- Consultant Knee Surgeon
"I had my operation seven weeks ago. I played two rounds of golf last week for the first time."
Jim Newman was appointed a consultant in Trauma and Orthopaedics at Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust in 2010. In the same year he became a consultant knee surgeon with Nuffield Health and Spire Healthcare Group.