Mr Jonathan Cowie
Professional statement
Mr Jonathan Cowie is a consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeon in Edinburgh, who specialises in hip replacement, knee replacement and arthritis, alongside knee arthroscopy, medicolegal work and joint replacement surgery. He privately practises at Spire Edinburgh Hospitals Murrayfield and Shawfair Park, while his NHS base is NHS Fife. He also is expert in hip revision surgery, and manages a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including osteoarthritis, sports injuries, and soft tissue injuries.
Mr Cowie has an BM BS from the University of Nottingham (2002) and completed his orthopaedic training in Edinburgh, where he developed a strong interest in lower limb surgery. He subsequently undertook a prestigious fellowship in hip and knee replacement in Brisbane, Australia, in 2012, where he trained under Professor Ross Crawford, a leading authority in joint replacement and robotic-assisted surgery. This further advanced his expertise in complex joint replacement procedures and modern surgical techniques. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) and remains committed to maintaining the highest standards of orthopaedic care.
In addition to his clinical practice, Mr Cowie contributes to medical education as an honorary senior lecturer at the University of Edinburgh. He has presented his research nationally and internationally and has authored several publications on orthopaedic outcomes, joint replacement, fracture management, and return to activity following surgery. His research reflects his commitment to improving patient outcomes and advancing orthopaedic knowledge.
Mr Cowie is a member of the British Orthopaedic Association, the British Hip Society. His professional excellence has been recognised with the Bupa Platinum Consultant award.
Through his extensive experience, specialist training, and commitment to innovation, Mr Cowie provides comprehensive orthopaedic care tailored to patients with hip and knee conditions, helping them restore mobility, reduce pain, and improve quality of life.
Clinics
Spire Edinburgh Hospitals Murrayfield and Shawfair Park
Edinburgh, 122 Corstorphine Road, EH12 6UDMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 24 years of experience
- Consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeon, Spire Edinburgh Hospitals Murrayfield and Shawfair Park
Subspecialties
- Soft tissue injuries
Professional memberships
- British Orthopaedic Association (BOA)
- British Hip Society (BHS)
Education
- Fellowship in Hip and Knee Replacement, Brisbane, Australia (2012)
- FRCS, Royal College of Surgeons
Teaching posts
- Honorary Senior Lecturer, University of Edinburgh
Publications and conferences
- Presents research nationally and internationally
- Selected publications: "Long term productivity gains in the privatised British passenger rail industry – A case study of Malmquist productivity index measurements" (February 2018). "Triple arthrodesis of the foot with allograft through a lateral incision in planovalgus deformity" (June 2015). "Factors Associated with One-Year Outcome after Distal Radial Fracture Treatment" (April 2015). "Return to work and sports after total hip replacement" (February 2013). "A study of thromboprophylactic practices of Scottish orthopaedic surgeons in patients undergoing total hip replacements" (November 2011). "Lactobacillus plantarum: Immunomodulation in the inflamed colon through T cell and macrophage IL10 synthesis" (April 2001).
Prizes and awards
- Bupa Platinum Consultant
Languages spoken
- English