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Mr Tim Halsey
MB ChB, MFST(Ed), FRCS (Tr&Orth) Dip Hand Surg
GMC: 4615341Professional statement
Mr Tim Halsey is an award-winning consultant hand & wrist surgeon, with over 20 years of experience, based in Sheffield. Mr Halsey possesses expert knowledge in a wide range of hand and wrist ailments and treatments, demonstrating expertise in areas including carpal tunnel surgery, Dupuytren’s contracture and arthroscopic wrist surgery, alongside treatments for hand arthritis, joint replacements and hand tendonitis, including trigger finger.
Mr Halsey completed his primary medical studies at the University of Bristol, graduating with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) in 1999. Following completion of his junior surgical training in London and specialist orthopaedic training on the Cambridge rotation, he undertook two prestigious fellowships; one at Victorian Hand Surgery Associates, Melbourne, Australia and the other at Chelsea & Westminster Hospital in London.
In addition to the aforementioned areas, Mr Halsey provides treatment and services for climber’s hand injuries, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis of the hand and wrist, management of hand and wrist trauma and tendon injury and dysfunction.
He has won several national and regional prizes for his work. He was also awarded a travelling fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons of England, which permitted him to learn advanced wrist arthroscopy techniques at centres of excellence in Lyon, Reims and Paris, France. In addition, he gained an AO Trauma fellowship in Salzburg, Austria, which further drove his interest in wrist trauma.
Mr Halsey is heavily involved in medical education, currently holding the roles of honorary senior lecturer at the University of Sheffield and visiting research fellow at Leeds Beckett University. He is a member of the faculty for the AO Hand & Wrist course, taking over as course chairperson in 2023. He is a member of the Faculty of Surgical Trainers and acts as a mentor and tutor for the BSSH Diploma in Hand Surgery, training the next generation of hand surgeons.
Mr Halsey completed his primary medical studies at the University of Bristol, graduating with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) in 1999. Following completion of his junior surgical training in London and specialist orthopaedic training on the Cambridge rotation, he undertook two prestigious fellowships; one at Victorian Hand Surgery Associates, Melbourne, Australia and the other at Chelsea & Westminster Hospital in London.
In addition to the aforementioned areas, Mr Halsey provides treatment and services for climber’s hand injuries, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis of the hand and wrist, management of hand and wrist trauma and tendon injury and dysfunction.
He has won several national and regional prizes for his work. He was also awarded a travelling fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons of England, which permitted him to learn advanced wrist arthroscopy techniques at centres of excellence in Lyon, Reims and Paris, France. In addition, he gained an AO Trauma fellowship in Salzburg, Austria, which further drove his interest in wrist trauma.
Mr Halsey is heavily involved in medical education, currently holding the roles of honorary senior lecturer at the University of Sheffield and visiting research fellow at Leeds Beckett University. He is a member of the faculty for the AO Hand & Wrist course, taking over as course chairperson in 2023. He is a member of the Faculty of Surgical Trainers and acts as a mentor and tutor for the BSSH Diploma in Hand Surgery, training the next generation of hand surgeons.
Clinics
Sheffield, Claremont Hospital, 401 Sandygate Rd, Sheffield, S10 5UBMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 27 years of experience
- Consultant Hand & Wrist Surgeon, Sheffield Orthopaedics Ltd (present)
Subspecialties
- Arthroscopic hand & wrist surgery
- Climber’s hand injuries
Professional memberships
- European Board of Hand Surgery
- Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCSEng)
Education
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB), University of Bristol (1994 - 1999)
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS Tr&Orth) Royal College of Surgeons of England (2011)
Teaching posts
- Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer, University of Sheffield (present)
- Visiting Research Fellow, Leeds Beckett University (present)
Positions in organisations
- Visiting Research Fellow Leeds Beckett University: International research group studying Climber's Hand Injuries
- AO Trauma Faculty: Course chairperson, AO Hand & Wrist Course
Publications and conferences
- Read Mr Halsey's published research on Google Scholar.
- Primary Periphyseal Stress Injuries of the Fingers in Adolescent Climbers: A Critical Review G Jones, R Johnson, V Schöffl, I Schöffl, C Lutter, MI Johnson, T Halsey Current Sports Medicine Reports 21 (12), 436-442
Prizes and awards
- British Society for Surgery of the Hand Trainee Presentation Prize (Senior Author) (2017)
- British Society for Surgery of the Hand Poster Prize (2010)
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 4615341
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- I couldn’t be more happier with the service and care from start to finish. It is lovely to have no pain and discomfort with my thumb, and to be able to do every day chores, the scar can hardly be seen, very neat , Mr Tim Halsey and his team on the day did a wonderful job, very friendly and professional , highly recommended.
- Really brilliant surgeon-he’s vey kind, friendly and understanding. Highly recommended himDoctor's response -Thankyou very much for taking the time to leave such encouraging feedback: it is really helpful for other patients and encouraging for the whole team!
- As a former health care professional I know how important communication and showing you care is in order to put the patient at ease. Tim Halsey has this in bucket loads. A wonderful surgeon.Doctor's response -Thankyou so much for taking the time to give such encouraging feedback: it is very much appreciated
- Excellent treatment from day 1 by the whole team. Amazing results from Mr Halsey. Thank you so much.Doctor's response -A pleasure! I’m very fortunate to work with a great team. So glad all went well for you
- Great service received throughout
- I was referred to Mr Halsey for cubital tunnel syndrome. Received excellent advice, care and treatment. Highly recommended.Doctor's response -Thankyou so much for taking the time to give encouraging feedback: much appreciated
- Quality from start to finish. So pleased with the results and hope that the same happens with the next operation. Would highly recommend to anyone needing similar operations. Thanks again Tim for being so caring and professional throughoutDoctor's response -So glad everything went well. Thank you very much for taking the time to write constructive feedback too, it is so helpful for other patients
- Faultless :-)Doctor's response -Too kind!!