
Mr Gareth Stables
Professional statement
Mr Gareth Stables is a passionate consultant orthopaedic surgeon specialising in knee issues and surgery. He has expertise in knee procedures such as robotic-assisted and traditional knee replacements, arthroscopies, and ACL reconstructions, as well as non-surgical treatments for knee pain, including PRP therapy. Mr Stables is based in Chesire and has practices at The Wilmslow Hospital and Spire Chesire Hospital.
Mr Stables graduated from the University of Liverpool in 1998 with a Bachelor’s in Medicine and a Bachelor’s in Surgery, and as of 2010 has been a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Since 2013, he has been a consultant orthopaedic surgeon for the Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and a member of the British Association of Surgeons of the Knee (BASK). Mr Stables was once a team doctor for competitors in sports such as athletics, football, basketball, and cycling, which has allowed him to treat a wide variety of knee ailments and witness the results of different treatments.
Mr Stables is dedicated to ensuring the best possible outcome for his patients, and aims to be approachable and thoughtful in his care and treatment plans. He works with patients to explore the non-surgical treatment options for knee problems, so that major and invasive surgeries can be delayed or avoided altogether. He uses cutting-edge technologies and advanced techniques to amplify with the body’s natural healing capabilities, improve mobility, and reduce pain caused by arthritis. In addition to his practice, Mr Stables is the Principal Investigator for a National Institute for Health Research study on the treatment of anterior cruciate ligament injury and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections for tendons, showcasing his desire to help doctors and patients understand more about knee injuries, and develop better treatments.
Clinics

The Wilmslow Hospital - part of HCA Healthcare
Wilmslow, 52-54 Alderley Road, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 1NYMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 27 years of experience
- Consultant orthopaedic surgeon, HCA The Wilmslow Hospital (2015 – present)
Subspecialties
- Knee arthritis
- Knee ligament injury
Professional memberships
- Member, British Association of Surgeons of the Knee (BASK)
- Member, European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee surgery and Arthroscopy (ESSKA
Education
- Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh (2010)
- Bachelor's of Medicine and Bachelor's of Surgery, University of Liverpool (1998)
Publications and conferences
- Mr Stable's published research can be found on ResearchGate
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
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- From start to finish, every interaction with Gareth has truly been a pleasure. My total knee replacement went smoothly without any issues or complications. His professionalism and impeccable bedside manner completely eased any reservations or nerves I had.
- Two new knees within six months of each other, excellent care, attentive staff, felt supported, ROSA & Mr Stables the A Team
- I visited Mr Stables with severe knee pain and swelling. A quick diagnosis was made and a large amount of fluid was drained followed by a steroid injection. My recovery was almost instant and five days on, everything is fine. Excellent service all round.
- Delay was understandable and unavoidable. I have no hesitation in recommending Gareth.Doctor's response -Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. Your feedback helps us deliver the best service possible. I’m glad we were able to help. Gareth