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Matthew Welck - Foot and Ankle Surgeon London

Mr Matthew Welck – Leading Foot & Ankle Surgeon in London & North London

Mr Matthew Welck is one of London’s most respected Consultant Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeons, offering expert, dedicated care for the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions. Based in North London and practising across London, Mr Welck is the specialist sought by patients requiring advanced foot surgery, ankle replacement, sports injury treatment, and complex reconstruction.

Specialist Foot & Ankle Surgeon Serving London and North London

Mr Welck’s practice is devoted exclusively to foot and ankle surgery — he does not perform general orthopaedic procedures. This singular focus means patients receive the highest level of subspecialist expertise available in London. Whether you are seeking a foot surgeon in London, an ankle surgeon in North London, or a specialist for a complex or failed previous procedure, Mr Welck provides outstanding, evidence-based surgical care.

He treats patients from across London, the United Kingdom, and internationally, offering consultations at leading private hospitals throughout North London and Central London.

Conditions Treated: Foot & Ankle Surgery London

Mr Welck treats the complete range of foot and ankle conditions, including:

  • Ankle replacement surgery – including total ankle replacement and revision ankle replacement
  • Sports injuries of the foot and ankle – Achilles tendon rupture, ligament injuries, and ankle instability
  • Ankle arthritis – conservative and surgical management including ankle fusion and ankle replacement
  • Bunions (hallux valgus) – minimally invasive and open surgical correction
  • Flat foot and hindfoot deformity – complex reconstruction
  • Achilles tendon problems – tendinopathy, rupture repair, and reconstruction
  • Toe deformities – hammertoe, claw toe, and lesser toe surgery
  • Foot and ankle fractures – acute and complex trauma management
  • Revision foot and ankle surgery – management of failed previous operations
  • Nerve conditions of the foot – Morton’s neuroma, tarsal tunnel syndrome

World-Class Training & Qualifications

Mr Welck graduated from Leeds University Medical School with a medical degree, a First Class Honours Bachelor of Science with Distinction, and a Master of Science degree. He is double fellowship trained in Foot and Ankle Surgery, including an additional combined clinical and research fellowship at the internationally renowned Foot and Ankle Institute in Baltimore, USA, under global leaders in the field.

This elite subspecialist training underpins his expertise in complex foot reconstruction, ankle replacement surgery, sports injuries of the foot and ankle, and revision procedures. Patients across London and internationally seek his advanced skills.

NHS Consultant at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), London

Mr Welck is an NHS Consultant at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH) in Stanmore, North London — one of the UK’s premier centres of excellence for complex orthopaedic conditions. At the RNOH, he manages highly challenging and referred cases from across the United Kingdom and internationally, including patients with failed previous foot or ankle surgery, severe deformity, advanced ankle arthritis, and complex ligament injuries.

Why Choose Mr Welck as Your Foot and Ankle Surgeon in London?

  • Exclusively foot & ankle – 100% subspecialist focus, not a generalist surgeon
  • Double fellowship trained – including internationally renowned training in the USA
  • NHS Consultant, RNOH, North London – one of the UK’s top orthopaedic hospitals
  • Ankle replacement expertise – complex primary and revision ankle replacement
  • Sports injury specialist – trusted by athletes and active patients across London
  • Honorary Associate Professor, UCL – academic leader in foot and ankle surgery
  • Over 50 peer-reviewed publications – evidence-based practice at the highest level
  • International referral centre – patients referred from across the UK and worldwide

Research, Teaching & Academic Leadership

Mr Welck is actively involved in national and international foot and ankle research, with presentations delivered at major orthopaedic conferences worldwide. He is an Honorary Associate Professor at University College London (UCL) and convenes and teaches on several national training courses, contributing to the education of surgeons and trainees in advanced foot and ankle surgical techniques.

Private Foot & Ankle Surgery in London and North London

Mr Welck offers private consultations at leading hospitals across London and North London. Appointments are available promptly, with short waiting times. He accepts all major private medical insurance providers and self-pay patients. To book a consultation with a leading foot and ankle surgeon in London, contact the practice today.

Outside of clinical practice, Mr Welck is a keen runner and guitarist. He enjoys spending time with his three children and his Labrador, Buddy, and has a particular interest in fine whisky.

Mr Welck is extensively published in his field, and is an honorary associate professor at UCL.

He has over 50 peer reviewed publications, book chapters. He presents his work regularly both nationally and internationally.

Awards

  • 2020

    European Foot and Ankle Society award for best publication in Journal

  • Nov 2016

    BOFAS visiting fellowship award.

  • Nov 2015

    BOFAS visiting fellowship award.

  • Nov 2014

    BOFAS visiting fellowship award.

  • Nov 2014

    Podium Presentation Prize at BOFAS Annual Conference, Brighton.

  • Oct 2014

    The David Marsh MSc Trauma and Orthopaedics Research Prize

  • July 2009

    Lightowler Prize for Orthopaedic Audit

  • Nov 2006

    Watson-Jones Prize for Orthopaedic Research & Audit.

  • July 2005

    The Travel Bursary for Research Presentation

    Joint American and British Association of Clinical Anatomists

  • July 2003

    Honours: Final Written Examination.

    School of Medicine, University of Leeds

  • March 2002

    Paediatrics Research Prize

    Faculty of Paediatrics, Leeds NHS Trust

  • July 2001

    Major Research Bursary for BSc research.

    PPP Healthcare Trust.

    Highest BSc Examination and dissertation mark

    Faculty of Microbiology, University of Leeds

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