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Innovations in knee surgery: Internal brace for ACL reconstruction
Recent advancements in orthopaedic surgical techniques have introduced avant-garde solutio...
Mr William Wilson
MBChB BSc(MedSci) FRCS(Tr&Orth) MRCSEd MFSEM(UK)
GMC: 7134228Professional statement
Mr William Wilson is a leading consultant orthopaedic knee surgeon based in Glasgow. As a specialist, Mr Wilson is particularly noted for his proficiency in sports injuries, as well as meniscus, ACL reconstruction, knee arthritis, and partial and total knee replacement. He is dual qualified in both trauma and orthopaedics and sport and exercise medicine.
Mr Wilson consults privately at Ross Hall Hospital, Glasgow. With over 10 years’ experience, he also practises at NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Notably, he served as team doctor for the Irish Football Association from 2017 to 2023, including acting as head of medical during the UEFA European Championship Finals.
With a strong academic background, Mr Wilson originally qualified from the University of Glasgow, where he also obtained a BSc (MedSci) in Knee Anatomy. He completed his specialist training within the prestigious West of Scotland Deanery, before undertaking a period of formal research in 2018, working towards a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Strathclyde.
Furthermore, Mr Wilson accomplished dual fellowships: in knee surgery at OrthoSport Victoria, under the stewardship of Professor Feller, and in complex lower limb trauma at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, working under Mr Oppy, a leading advisor to the AO Trauma Group. Mr Wilson additionally holds a Diploma in Sport and Exercise Medicine.
As a leading figure in his specialty, Mr Wilson is an honorary clinical senior lecturer at the University of Glasgow and a frequent speaker at international conferences. His work, widely published in high-impact orthopaedic and sport medicine journals, emphasises ACL reconstruction and the use of internal bracing for accelerated rehabilitation.
Mr Wilson consults privately at Ross Hall Hospital, Glasgow. With over 10 years’ experience, he also practises at NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Notably, he served as team doctor for the Irish Football Association from 2017 to 2023, including acting as head of medical during the UEFA European Championship Finals.
With a strong academic background, Mr Wilson originally qualified from the University of Glasgow, where he also obtained a BSc (MedSci) in Knee Anatomy. He completed his specialist training within the prestigious West of Scotland Deanery, before undertaking a period of formal research in 2018, working towards a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Strathclyde.
Furthermore, Mr Wilson accomplished dual fellowships: in knee surgery at OrthoSport Victoria, under the stewardship of Professor Feller, and in complex lower limb trauma at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, working under Mr Oppy, a leading advisor to the AO Trauma Group. Mr Wilson additionally holds a Diploma in Sport and Exercise Medicine.
As a leading figure in his specialty, Mr Wilson is an honorary clinical senior lecturer at the University of Glasgow and a frequent speaker at international conferences. His work, widely published in high-impact orthopaedic and sport medicine journals, emphasises ACL reconstruction and the use of internal bracing for accelerated rehabilitation.
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Glasgow, 221 Crookston Road, G52 3NQMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 15 years of experience
- Consultant Orthopaedic Knee Surgeon, Ross Hall Hospital (present)
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh
- Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons Glasgow
Education
- FRCS (Tr&Orth), Royal College of Surgeons (2022)
- PhD in Biomedical Engineering, University of Strathclyde (2021)
Teaching posts
- Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer, University of Glasgow (2023 - present)
Positions in organisations
- Team Doctor, Irish Football Association (2017 - 2023)
- Head of Medical for the Irish Football Association, UEFA European Championship Finals
Publications and conferences
- Mr Wilson’s publications are available on his PubMed profile
- Mr Wilson’s publications are available on ResearchGate
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 7134228
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- Operation went well. Aftercare was excellent. All staff were very attentive. Ross Hall has high standards.
- Highly recommend William for anyone with same or similiar injury.
- Mr Wilson provided excellent service from the initial consultation all the way through to post surgery consultation, and follow up correspondence thereafter. I felt comfortable in his care and trusted his expertise.
- Mr Wilson was able to see me very quickly and provide a surgery date for ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair promptly. The surgery went as planned and was thoroughly explained beforehand by Mr Wilson. Whole experience with Ross hall was excellent.