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Mr James Gill

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

MB BChir, BSc (Nat Sci), PGDipSEM, FRCS (Tr & Ortho)

Practises at: St Edmunds Hospital

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Personal Profile

Mr. James Gill is a dedicated Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialist interest in knee problems. In addition to his role at St. Edmunds Hospital, he serves as a Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon at the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, located in Bury St. Edmunds. His passion lies in enhancing function and relieving pain for patients of all ages suffering with knee issues. He achieves this by conducting meticulous assessments and crafting customized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.

Areas of Specialization

Mr. Gill's surgical interests encompass a range of knee-related procedures, with a particular focus on:

  • Uni (Partial) Knee Replacement Surgery: Offering patients an alternative to total knee replacement.
  • Total Knee Replacement Surgery: Alleviating pain and restoring function for patients with arthritis affecting more than one compartment in the knee.
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction: Restoring knee stability and function.
  • Knee Preservation Techniques: Including osteotomy for realignment and meniscal repair.
  • His commitment to the latest surgical enhanced recovery techniques can allow patients undergoing partial knee replacement to return home on the same day as their surgery.

Contributions to Orthopaedic Knowledge

James Gill is passionate about advancing orthopaedic knowledge through his research endeavours. He has published over 20 peer-reviewed scientific publications.

Educational Background and Training

James Gill's journey in the field of medicine started with his medical studies at the University of Cambridge, Hughes Hall, from 2005 to 2009. He completed his foundation training between 2009 and 2011 at the West Suffolk and Cambridge University Hospitals. He worked as a junior doctor at the Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Australia in 2011 before commencing Core Surgical Training in the East of England. He undertook his Orthopaedic Speciality training rotating around hospitals in the East of England from 2015 to 2021. During his Registrar Training he completed a Diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine at the University of Bath. His training culminated with a prestigious fellowship at the Brisbane Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Centre in 2022 supervised by Dr Peter Myers, Dr Tim McMeniman and Dr Tony O’Neill. This fellowship is renowned worldwide for its comprehensive exposure to all forms of knee surgery and experience in managing knee injuries in elite athletes.

Beyond the Operating Room

Outside of his professional endeavours, Mr. Gill finds joy in spending quality time with friends and family. Alongside his wife, he shares a passion for swimming, cycling, and running. He has completed eight 'Iron' distance triathlons, including the Ironman World Age Group Championships in Kona, Hawaii.

Book an Appointment

Are knee problems affecting your quality of life and diminishing your enjoyment of daily activities? Make an appointment to explore the treatment options for improved pain and function with Mr. James Gill. 

 

 

Clinical Interests

Mr. Gill's clinical interests encompass a wide spectrum of knee-related conditions and treatments, including:

  • Partial knee replacement
  • Total knee replacement
  • Arthroscopic (keyhole) cartilage and meniscus surgery
  • Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
  • Patella stabilization surgery
 

Professional Memberships

Mr. James Gill holds memberships in esteemed professional organizations:

  • General Medical Council (GMC)
  • British Orthopaedic Association (BOA)
  • Royal College of Surgeons (RCS)
 
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