Mr Stephen VeitchOrthopaedic Hip and Knee Surgeon in Salisbury
Mr Stephen Veitch
MBChB MRCS MD(Res) FRCS (Tr & Orth)
GMC: 4297732Professional statement
Mr Stephen Veitch is a highly-experienced consultant orthopaedic hip and knee surgeon based in Salisbury, serving Wiltshire, Dorset and Hampshire. With over 10 years’ experience as an orthopaedic consultant surgeon, Mr Veitch is highly skilled in a number of procedures, including hip, knee and joint replacements, revision hip and knee surgery, knee arthroscopy, joint injections and meniscal debridement.
Mr Veitch has extensive experience in his field, routinely helping patients who suffer from knee and hip pain. He is an expert in hip and knee disorders and lower limb reconstruction. Another of Mr Veitch’s areas of expertise is soft tissue injuries, including hip and knee, ligament and tendon, and muscular injuries.
Mr Veitch received his MB ChB from the University of Sheffield in 1996. He then completed his basic surgical training in Sheffield, and was awarded his MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2000. He also received a Doctorate of Medicine (MD) from the University of Sheffield in 2005, writing his thesis on changes in bone metabolism following tibial fracture.
In 2007, he was awarded an FRCS (Tr & Orth) from the Royal College of Surgeons of England. In 2010, he became a consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon at the Salisbury District Hospital, before going on to become Clinical Lead from 2016-2019.
Over the course of his career, Mr Veitch has also undertaken a number of surgical fellowships, including a fellowship in complex hip replacement and revision surgery at the Llandough Hospital in Cardiff, and a fellowship in hip and knee surgery at Derriford Hospital, Plymouth.
Mr Veitch has an impressive academic background, having published numerous academic articles in peer-reviewed journals. He has also spoken at various national and international conferences.
Mr Veitch has extensive experience in his field, routinely helping patients who suffer from knee and hip pain. He is an expert in hip and knee disorders and lower limb reconstruction. Another of Mr Veitch’s areas of expertise is soft tissue injuries, including hip and knee, ligament and tendon, and muscular injuries.
Mr Veitch received his MB ChB from the University of Sheffield in 1996. He then completed his basic surgical training in Sheffield, and was awarded his MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2000. He also received a Doctorate of Medicine (MD) from the University of Sheffield in 2005, writing his thesis on changes in bone metabolism following tibial fracture.
In 2007, he was awarded an FRCS (Tr & Orth) from the Royal College of Surgeons of England. In 2010, he became a consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon at the Salisbury District Hospital, before going on to become Clinical Lead from 2016-2019.
Over the course of his career, Mr Veitch has also undertaken a number of surgical fellowships, including a fellowship in complex hip replacement and revision surgery at the Llandough Hospital in Cardiff, and a fellowship in hip and knee surgery at Derriford Hospital, Plymouth.
Mr Veitch has an impressive academic background, having published numerous academic articles in peer-reviewed journals. He has also spoken at various national and international conferences.
Clinics
New Hall Hospital
Salisbury, Bodenham, Salisbury , SP5 4EWMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 30 years of experience
- Consultant orthopaedic surgeon, New Hall Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Knee surgery
- Hip surgery
Professional memberships
- Fellow of the British Orthopaedic Association
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
Education
- MBChB, University of Sheffield (1996)
- MRCS, Royal College of Surgeons of England (2000)
Publications and conferences
- Mr Veitch's research can be found on ResearchGate.
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 4297732
Reviews
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- Excellent service from Mr Veitch and the hospital team. Totally professional. I walked with no crutches within six weeks. A very happy patient.
- Mr Veitch is always helpful. Treatment has been successful. Mr Veitch answers questions in a straightforward way. My appointments have all been on time. Sally, the Secretary is also helpful and responsive. The Hospital is well organised and well equipped
- My experience for both my knee replacements in February & September 2025 by Mr Veitch was excellent. The staff were very friendly and supportive. Mr Veitch , himself was excellent. A wonderful surgeon, who put you at ease with such a pleasant manner.
- Mr Veitch is, undoubtedly, the friendliness and most professional surgeon I have "been under". He explains everything thoroughly, both before and post surgery. Over the years I have used Mr Veitch for multiple arthroscopies, both knee replacements and now a total hip replacement
- My wife aged 86 has had excellent treatment from Mr Veitch. She has been pain-free from 10 days post hip replacement and has at all times had excellent care and consideration from him. I would strongly recommend him for anyone requiring hip surgery.
- Mr veitch, a brilliant surgeon,felt listened too, very professional and empathetic, first knee replacement, now 8 months have past I’m 100% best, Thankyou so much I have my life back,I would highly recommend
- Mr Steven Veitch is highly recommended by myself. He performed a new hip 2 years ago which has made an amazing difference. He is so understanding and caring and informs you on everything that he does.
- Well organised, responsive and flexible. I will write a fuller review post surgery.
- I have had many surgeries throughout the years, several with Mr Veitch and can 100% state that he is absolutely the most professional, knowledgeable and friendly surgeon I have met.
- Right hip replacement. Couldn't have asked for a better service, 6 weeks in and I'm walking without support and doing everything that I was before the operation! Mr Veitch explained everything before the operation and carried out a review of my condition afterwards. Thank you