Welcome to Mr David Stitson
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon in Plymouth
If you are looking for bespoke orthopaedic expertise for hip replacement or knee replacement, Mr David Stitson offers unrivalled and prompt treatment that will give you the best possible outcome. He provides a full range of options for the treatment of lower limb joint conditions and injuries, including primary joint replacement and revision surgery.
Mr Stitson is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and is on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council as a Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon.
ORTHOPAEDIC TREATMENTS
Total Knee Replacement
A surgical procedure to replace a knee damaged by degenerative or other conditions. This type of operation may be considered for the treatment of pain and functional limitations resulting from various kinds of arthritis or the chronic effects of trauma to the knee.
Revision Knee Replacement
A revision knee replacement is required when an existing knee replacement fails. This highly specialised type of surgery involves the removal of part or all of a previously inserted total knee replacement followed by the insertion a new replacement using specialised revision implants.
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure often described as ‘keyhole surgery’. Arthroscopy may be recommended for the treatment of conditions such as meniscal tears, micro-fracture and removal of loose bodies. It is occasionally used as a diagnostic procedure.
Partial Knee Replacement
A partial knee replacement is an alternative to total knee replacement in certain circumstances where osteoarthritis is limited to one compartment of the knee.
Total Hip Replacement
A surgical procedure used to replace a hip damaged by degenerative or other conditions. This type of operation may be considered for the treatment of pain and functional limitations resulting from various kinds of arthritis.
Revision Hip Replacement
A revision hip replacement is required when an existing hip replacement fails. This highly specialised type of surgery involves the removal of part or all of a previously inserted total hip replacement followed by the insertion of a new replacement.
MEET YOUR SURGEON, MR DAVID STITSON
MR DAVID STITSON
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Mr Stitson benefits from practising privileges at the Nuffield Hospital, Plymouth, where he offers a full range of Orthopaedic procedures.
Mr Stitson benefits from practising privileges at the Nuffield Hospital, Plymouth, where he offers a wide range of primary and revision hip and knee replacement options, together with arthroscopic knee surgery and other general orthopaedic and trauma procedures.
Mr Stitson is recognised as a specialist in lower limb joint replacement and revision joint replacement surgery. He has developed particular expertise in hip replacement in young adults, where he uses CT-based planning and a wide range of implants and techniques, including custom implants, to achieve solutions that are tailored to each patient. This is now also true of total knee replacement, where Mr Stitson is able to offer a CT-planned, custom-made total knee replacement where appropriate.
His aim in each case, whether using conventional or custom implants, is to provide a bespoke service to each individual patient to ensure accurate reconstruction of the joint and optimal functional recovery.
With over 20 years as a consultant in both civilian and military environments, Mr Stitson has gained extensive experience managing civilian and military trauma and regularly calls on this knowledge when dealing with complex cases.
WHY CHOOSE MR DAVID STITSON, CONSULTANT ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON
As an expert in Orthopaedic Surgery, Mr Stitson understands the importance of helping you return to your previous level of mobility (or fitness) as promptly as possible, by minimising the effect your painful joint condition has on your life.
QUALIFIED CONSULTANT DOCTOR
From your initial consultation, through to diagnosis, treatment, and aftercare, you can be confident Mr Stitson will provide you with the best skills and expertise ensuring that you receive the most appropriate and individually tailored surgical or non-surgical solution to ensure the best outcome possible.
DELIGHTED PATIENTS
"Mr Stitson is the most professional surgeon. He is not only professional, but also very kind. He takes his time to explain the procedure and what will happen and I can honestly say he has changed my life. I cannot thank him enough."
EXTENSIVE MEDICAL EXPERIENCE
Mr Stitson developed his extensive experience as a knee and hip replacement surgeon through over 20 years of practice at the Nuffield Hospital, Plymouth and as an NHS consultant based at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth. He is a member of the British Orthopaedic Association and remains a member of the Combined Services Orthopaedic Society.
EASY APPOINTMENTS
Booking a consultation is easy. Simply send a message to request an appointment. Use the online form to book an appointment, request help or advice, or book by email [email protected] or phone 01752 761818.
“Mr Stitson assesses, diagnoses and treats more than 2000 patients every year and will ensure that you receive an accurate diagnosis together with considered advice and options enabling you to make a fully informed decision before proceeding with your treatment.”
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RECENT NEWS
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