Professional statement
Mr Samuel Raymond Heaton is a consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon and a subspecialist in the hip and knee. Patients can access his exceptional orthopaedic private care in Bath and Yeovil.
As a specialist in the hip and knee, Mr Heaton is extensively skilled in the management of hip pain, knee pain, osteoarthritis, fragility fractures and all other hip and knee conditions. He has trained in all aspects of trauma and orthopaedic surgery and ultimately gained expert proficiency in hip replacement, knee replacement and revision surgery, to name a few procedures. He is also an expert in applying keyhole (minimally invasive) techniques to young adult hip and knee surgery.
Clinical research is another aspect of Mr Heaton's medical career. He has published many papers in renowned peer-reviewed journals as well as presenting his work at national and international meetings and conferences. Additionally, he is a visiting fellow at the Orthopaedic Research Unit at Bournemouth. He also participates in the teaching of trainee surgeons on local and national courses.
Mr Heaton is at the forefront of implementing the latest techniques and procedures. For example, he is a provider of the innovative Mako robotic-arm assisted technique for hip and knee replacements, which he offers from his clinic at Sulis Hospital, Bath.
Clinics
Bath Clinic - part of Circle Health Group
Bath, Claverton Down Road, Combe Down, Bath BA2 7BR,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 20 years of experience
- Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon, Sulis Hospital, Bath (present)
Subspecialties
- Hip pain
- Knee pain
Professional memberships
- British Orthopaedic Association (BOA)
Education
- FRCS (Tr and Orth) (2014)
- MSc (Ortho. Engineering), University of Cardiff (2013)
Teaching posts
- He participates in the teaching of trainee surgeons on local and national courses.
- BOA Education Committee UKITE (UK In-Training Examination) Editor (2014 - 2016)
Publications and conferences
- He has published many papers in renowned peer-reviewed journals as well as present his work at national and international meetings and conferences.
- He is a visiting fellow at the Orthopaedic Research Unit at Bournemouth.
Prizes and awards
- AO Asia Pacific Young Investigator of the Year Award (2016)
- AO Travelling Fellowship Award, "Shock Trauma Hospital" in Baltimore (2017)
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
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- I’m writing this recommendation of the highest level 9 months after my operation. It’s been nothing but positive since the absolutely faultless procedure. I walked away from the hospital without need for crutches 3 days post op. I would recommend Mr Heaton most highly.
- I can't recommend Mr Heaton enough. He replaced both my right hip and knee within 16 weeks and has given me a complete new lease of life: thankyou
- I was very pleased with the care I received under Mr. Heaton and would recommend him to anyone who required orthapaedic surgery.
- So happy with the outcome. Mr Heaton is a very approachable professional which allowed me to ask numerous questions.
- I am extremely grateful for the results achieved by Mr Sam Heaton during my recent knee-replacement operation . I would have no hesitation in recommending him to others in a similar position.
- First class outcome my thanks to Sam Daniel and the great team
- Mr Heaton is extremely professional, clear and reassuring. He has an excellent team of professionals who support his work and together they ensure that the patient achieves the best possible outcome. His surgery has improved my quality of life immensely
- I cannot express how very happy I am with the utmost professional, approachable and friendliness of Mr Sam Heaton regarding my recent total hip replacement. I would not hesitate to recommend him to family and friends.
- A very pleasant informal manner which puts you immediately at ease, He also provides a straightforward explanation of precisely what's wrong and how the operation will put things right and what the surgery involves. Very impressed.