Mr Will KiefferConsultant orthopaedic spine surgeon in Haywards Heath
Mr Will Kieffer
MBBS BSc FRCS (Tr&Orth)
GMC: 6164309Professional statement
Mr Will Kieffer is a consultant orthopaedic spinal surgeon based in Surrey and Sussex. He specialises in back pain, back and neck surgery and spinal surgery alongside pain management, minimally-invasive surgery and sciatica. He privately practices at Spire Gatwick Park Hospital and Nuffield Health Haywards Heath Hospital as well as for the NHS at East Surrey Hospital, where he is clinical lead alongside his esteemed consultant role.
Furthermore, Mr Kieffer has a special interest in spinal fusion and spinal disc replacement and offers treatment in various spinal procedures such as cervical discectomy and fusion, and spinal fractures including rehabilitation and fragility fracture treatment (kyphoplasty/vertebroplasty), among many others.
Mr Kieffer works towards providing the most suitable treatment for his patients in the knowledge that spinal surgery is a significant undertaking, reserved for those who truly require it. He is also trained in non-operative measures including injection therapy for the cervical, thoracic and lumbar as well as sacroiliac and coccygeal joints and areas.
Mr Kieffer is educated and trained to a high standard. He graduated with an MBBS in Medicine and BSc in Medical Physics and Bioengineering from University College London and underwent his higher surgical training in the Kent, Surrey and Sussex region.
He completed his first spinal fellowship at Frimley Park Hospital in Surrey and the next at Auckland City Hospital in New Zealand, where he treated top sportspeople. His experience in sports medicine also saw him work as the team doctor for an English Football League Championship side and provided medical advice for a television drama series.
Mr Kieffer is dedicated to research as Orthopaedic Lead for National Research Projects in trauma and orthopaedics at East Surrey Hospital, and his main interests are degenerative spinal disorders (clinical), spinal balance and adult deformity (research). His work studying these areas have been awarded, published in peer-reviewed journals and in book chapters, too.
He is also dedicated to passing on his medical knowledge, sitting on the NHS Speciality Training Committee and Annual Review Panels for the Kent, Surrey and Sussex regions. They are responsible for training NHS orthopaedic surgeons in the areas. Mr Kieffer regularly teaches and is an Advanced Trauma Life Support instructor for the Royal College of Surgeons and a course tutor for the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (Tr and Orth).
Mr Kieffer is an active member of several medical organisations including the British Association of Spinal Surgeons (BASS), the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) and the North American Spine Society (NASS) alongside the General Medical Council (GMC) and British Medical Association (BMA). He is also a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Mr Kieffer is well respected for his medical opinion and was recently interviewed by BBC Five Live about sciatica and it's connection to the international singer-songwriter Adele, who has the condition. You can listen here.
Furthermore, Mr Kieffer has a special interest in spinal fusion and spinal disc replacement and offers treatment in various spinal procedures such as cervical discectomy and fusion, and spinal fractures including rehabilitation and fragility fracture treatment (kyphoplasty/vertebroplasty), among many others.
Mr Kieffer works towards providing the most suitable treatment for his patients in the knowledge that spinal surgery is a significant undertaking, reserved for those who truly require it. He is also trained in non-operative measures including injection therapy for the cervical, thoracic and lumbar as well as sacroiliac and coccygeal joints and areas.
Mr Kieffer is educated and trained to a high standard. He graduated with an MBBS in Medicine and BSc in Medical Physics and Bioengineering from University College London and underwent his higher surgical training in the Kent, Surrey and Sussex region.
He completed his first spinal fellowship at Frimley Park Hospital in Surrey and the next at Auckland City Hospital in New Zealand, where he treated top sportspeople. His experience in sports medicine also saw him work as the team doctor for an English Football League Championship side and provided medical advice for a television drama series.
Mr Kieffer is dedicated to research as Orthopaedic Lead for National Research Projects in trauma and orthopaedics at East Surrey Hospital, and his main interests are degenerative spinal disorders (clinical), spinal balance and adult deformity (research). His work studying these areas have been awarded, published in peer-reviewed journals and in book chapters, too.
He is also dedicated to passing on his medical knowledge, sitting on the NHS Speciality Training Committee and Annual Review Panels for the Kent, Surrey and Sussex regions. They are responsible for training NHS orthopaedic surgeons in the areas. Mr Kieffer regularly teaches and is an Advanced Trauma Life Support instructor for the Royal College of Surgeons and a course tutor for the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (Tr and Orth).
Mr Kieffer is an active member of several medical organisations including the British Association of Spinal Surgeons (BASS), the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) and the North American Spine Society (NASS) alongside the General Medical Council (GMC) and British Medical Association (BMA). He is also a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Mr Kieffer is well respected for his medical opinion and was recently interviewed by BBC Five Live about sciatica and it's connection to the international singer-songwriter Adele, who has the condition. You can listen here.
Clinics
Nuffield Health Haywards Heath Hospital
Haywards Heath, Burrell Rd, Haywards Heath RH16 1UD,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 19 years of experience
- Consultant spinal surgeon, Nuffield Health Haywards Heath Hospital (June 2021 - present)
Subspecialties
- Cervical injections
- Thoracic injections
Professional memberships
- British Association of Spinal Surgeons (BASS)
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS)
Education
- BSc Medical Physics and Bioengineering, University College London
- MBBS, University College London (2007)
Teaching posts
- Tutor, FRCS Viva Revision Course (2016 - present)
- Lecturer, ATLS Provider Faculty, SaSH (Surrey and Sussex Healthcare) (2015 - present)
Positions in organisations
- Clinical Director for Trauma, SaSH (Surrey and Sussex Healthcare) (March 2020 - present)
- Chair, Trauma Steering Group, SaSH (Surrey and Sussex Healthcare) (Present)
Publications and conferences
Prizes and awards
- First prize, EEXOT 2020, Greek Orthopaedic Society (2020)
- Award, BOTA Travelling Fellowship (2017)
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 6164309
Reviews
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- I was in agony with a herniated disc 11 out of 10 on the pain scale. Mr Kieffer, was thorough and fast giving me the best possible care and had me back walking very quickly. A true miracle worker.
- Mr Kieffer was very helpful and help sort out my pain
- Mr Kieffer is an excellent doctor whose expertise, kindness, and compassion are immediately apparent. As an anxious patient, I felt truly listened to. He explained everything clearly in plain language, answered all my questions, and provided solid, evidence-based information and options without any time pressure. His bedside manner is exemplary, and he is one of the best doctors I’ve seen in a long time.
- Mr Kieffer is an excellent doctor whose expertise, kindness, and compassion are immediately apparent. As an anxious patient, I felt truly listened to. He explained everything clearly in plain language rather than medical jargon and answered all my questions thoroughly. He provided solid, evidence-based information and options without any time pressure. His bedside manner is exemplary, and he is one of the best doctors I’ve seen.
- Mr Kieffer took the time to explain my condition in detail in terms I understood. He put me at ease immediately and took the time to address all my concerns. I left his surgery feeling confident that I was going to recover well.
- Excellent experience. Mr Will Kieffer was first class. Facilities and staff also excellent.
- My appointment was on time and Mr Kieffer was familiar with my condition. My queries were answered very satisfactorily.
- Mr Kieffer whilst extremely professional, was also very friendly and amiable. He was Extremely helpful, and gave us the answers we needed.
- Mr Kieffer was brilliant - his whole manner was friendly but professional and he explained the whole procedure in easy terms - risks and all. Highly recommend!