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Foot & Ankle Surgeon London & North London — Mr Matthew Welck, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Mr Matthew Welck is a leading Consultant Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon based in London and North London, specialising in ankle replacement surgery, sports injuries of the foot and ankle, Achilles tendon repair, bunion surgery, ankle arthritis, and all complex foot and ankle conditions. He practises at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), Stanmore, and holds clinics at HCA The Princess Grace Hospital (Marylebone, Central London), Spire Bushey (North London), and HCA The Wellington Hospital Elstree Waterfront. Mr Welck is also an Honorary Associate Professor at University College London (UCL).
This resources page provides expert clinical materials, patient guides, physiotherapy rehabilitation protocols, and GP educational resources for foot and ankle surgery in London — including ankle replacement, ankle arthritis, sports injuries of the foot and ankle, Achilles tendon problems, ankle ligament injuries, flat foot, bunion surgery, and all conditions treated by Mr Welck across London and North London.
Who is Mr Matthew Welck? Mr Matthew Welck is widely regarded as one of London’s foremost foot and ankle surgeons. He is the go-to specialist for patients in London and North London seeking expert surgical treatment for ankle replacement, sports-related foot and ankle injuries, Achilles tendon rupture, and ankle arthritis. He is an NHS Consultant at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore — one of the UK’s leading orthopaedic centres.
For appointments with Mr Welck, Foot & Ankle Surgeon, London: Call 07547 395 270 | Email secretary@matthewwelck.com | Book Online
About Mr Matthew Welck — Foot & Ankle Surgeon, London & North London
Mr Matthew Welck is a Consultant Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon with a national and international reputation for excellence in foot and ankle surgery. He is the leading foot and ankle surgeon at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), Stanmore, North London — one of the UK’s foremost specialist orthopaedic hospitals. He also sees private patients in Central London and across North London.
Specialist areas: Ankle replacement surgery (total ankle replacement) | Ankle arthritis | Sports injuries of the foot and ankle | Achilles tendon rupture and repair | Achilles tendinopathy | Ankle ligament reconstruction | Bunion surgery (hallux valgus) | Flat foot deformity | Ankle fractures | Heel pain and plantar fasciitis | Morton’s neuroma | Revision foot and ankle surgery
If you are searching for a foot and ankle surgeon in London or North London, Mr Matthew Welck offers urgent and routine appointments for NHS and private patients. He accepts all major private health insurers including BUPA, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, and Cigna. Self-pay patients are also welcome.
Clinic locations: Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), Stanmore, North London | HCA The Princess Grace Hospital, Marylebone, Central London | Spire Bushey, North London | HCA The Wellington Hospital Elstree Waterfront
Resources for Physiotherapists — Foot & Ankle Surgery London & North London
Mr Welck works closely with physiotherapists across London and North London to optimise patient outcomes following foot and ankle surgery. The materials below support post-operative rehabilitation, patient education on common foot and ankle conditions, and continuing professional development for physiotherapy teams. These resources cover the most common conditions treated by a foot and ankle surgeon in London, including ankle replacement, ankle ligament injuries, and sports injuries of the foot and ankle.
Post-Operative Rehabilitation — Foot & Ankle Surgery, London
Physiotherapy Educational Talks — Foot & Ankle Conditions, London & North London
GP Resources — Referring Patients to a Foot & Ankle Surgeon in London & North London
Mr Welck welcomes GP referrals from across London, North London, and the surrounding regions for all foot and ankle conditions. The materials below are designed to support GPs in examining, diagnosing, and referring patients with foot and ankle problems — including ankle arthritis, ankle replacement, sports injuries, tendon problems, deformity, and more. Mr Welck is one of the most experienced foot and ankle surgeons in London for ankle replacement surgery and complex foot and ankle reconstruction.
Virtual Foot & Ankle Examination — Resources for GPs (London & North London)
→ Telemedicine Foot and Ankle — Patient Guide for Virtual Consultations (London & North London)
→ YouTube: Patient Guide to Virtual Foot & Ankle Consultation with Mr Matthew Welck, London
GP Educational Talks — Foot & Ankle Conditions, London & North London
→ Foot and Ankle Deformity: Flat Foot, High Arched Foot & Hindfoot Alignment — GP Talk (London)
→ Ankle Fractures: Assessment, Referral & Management for GPs — Mr Matthew Welck, London (April 2020)
→ Changes in Foot and Ankle Surgery — Guidance for GPs (Mr Welck, London)
→ Foot & Ankle Conditions for GPs — Mr Welck, Spire Bushey, North London (September 2020)
→ Foot and Ankle Clinical Examination for GPs — Mr Matthew Welck, London (June 2021)
How to Refer a Patient to Mr Welck — Foot & Ankle Surgeon, London & North London
GPs can refer patients to Mr Matthew Welck privately at any of his London and North London clinics, or via the NHS at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), Stanmore. Mr Welck is one of the busiest and most experienced foot and ankle surgeons in London, accepting referrals for all foot and ankle conditions including ankle replacement, sports injuries, and complex reconstruction. He accepts all major private health insurers including BUPA, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, and Cigna. For urgent referrals or clinical advice, please contact the secretary on 07547 395 270 or email secretary@matthewwelck.com.
Patient Resources — Foot & Ankle Surgery with Mr Matthew Welck, London & North London
The following resources have been prepared by Mr Welck and his team to support patients before and after foot and ankle surgery in London and North London. Please download and read the relevant guides before your appointment or procedure. Mr Welck is a specialist foot and ankle surgeon in London and North London, treating patients for conditions including ankle replacement, sports injuries of the foot and ankle, Achilles tendon rupture, bunion surgery, and ankle arthritis.
Pre-Surgery & Consent Guides — Foot & Ankle Surgery, London
→ Preparing for Foot and Ankle Surgery — What to Expect (Mr Matthew Welck, London)
→ Pain Diary — Track Your Recovery After Foot or Ankle Surgery
Post-Surgery Recovery Equipment — Foot & Ankle Surgery, London
→ Aircast Boot Guide — Post-Operative Foot & Ankle Boot Information (London Patients)
→ VACOped Boot Protocol — Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair & Ankle Surgery Recovery
→ Aircast Boot Order Form — Mr Matthew Welck Patients, London
→ Thuasne Boot & Brace Order Form — Special Price for Mr Welck Patients
→ Thuasne Boot & Brace Size Guide — Foot & Ankle Surgery Recovery
→ Swelling Reduction Protocol — Physiolab (Post Foot & Ankle Surgery, London)
Conditions Treated by Mr Welck — Foot & Ankle Surgeon, London & North London
Mr Welck treats the full range of foot and ankle conditions for patients across London and North London, including: ankle replacement surgery (total ankle replacement), ankle arthritis, Achilles tendon rupture repair, Achilles tendinopathy, sports injuries of the foot and ankle, ankle ligament injuries and chronic ankle instability, bunion surgery (hallux valgus correction), flat foot and hindfoot deformity, hammer toe correction, Morton’s neuroma, plantar fasciitis and heel pain, ankle fractures, and revision foot and ankle surgery. For a full list of conditions and treatments, visit the Treatments & Conditions page.
If you are looking for the best foot and ankle surgeon in London or the top foot and ankle surgeon in North London, Mr Matthew Welck has extensive experience managing the most complex foot and ankle cases. He has performed hundreds of ankle replacement procedures and is a national reference centre for ankle replacement surgery at RNOH, Stanmore.
Frequently Asked Questions — Foot & Ankle Surgery London & North London
Who is the best foot and ankle surgeon in London?
Mr Matthew Welck is one of London’s most highly regarded Consultant Foot and Ankle Surgeons. He is an NHS Consultant at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), Stanmore, and sees private patients across London and North London. He specialises in ankle replacement surgery, sports injuries of the foot and ankle, Achilles tendon repair, ankle arthritis, and complex foot and ankle reconstruction.
Where can I find a foot and ankle surgeon in North London?
Mr Matthew Welck holds clinics in North London at Spire Bushey and at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH) in Stanmore. He also practises in Central London at HCA The Princess Grace Hospital, Marylebone. Patients from all areas of London and North London are welcome for both NHS and private appointments.
What is ankle replacement surgery and who is it for?
Total ankle replacement (also called total ankle arthroplasty) is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged or arthritic ankle joint with an artificial implant. It is most commonly performed for end-stage ankle arthritis. Mr Welck is one of the leading ankle replacement surgeons in London, with extensive experience performing ankle replacement at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore. Most patients are able to mobilise in a boot within days and return to normal footwear within 3–6 months.
How long does recovery take after ankle replacement surgery?
Most patients are walking in a boot within days of ankle replacement surgery and return to normal footwear by 3–6 months. Full recovery from total ankle replacement typically takes 6–12 months. Mr Welck provides detailed pre-operative counselling and follow-up to support recovery for all his London and North London patients.
Does Mr Welck treat sports injuries of the foot and ankle?
Yes. Mr Welck is an expert in sports injuries of the foot and ankle, treating athletes and active patients across London and North London. Common sports injuries treated include ankle ligament tears, Achilles tendon rupture, peroneal tendon tears, ankle osteochondral lesions, stress fractures of the foot, and ankle instability. Mr Welck works with the Institute of Sport Exercise and Health (ISEH) in London and is experienced in returning athletes to sport following foot and ankle injury.
How long is recovery after Achilles tendon rupture repair?
Patients typically return to light activity at 3–4 months and sport at 9–12 months following Achilles tendon repair surgery. Mr Welck is an experienced Achilles tendon rupture surgeon in London and North London, using both surgical and non-surgical management protocols tailored to each patient.
What are the risks of foot and ankle surgery?
All surgical procedures carry risks. Mr Welck provides full, evidence-based consent information at consultation. Download the detailed risk guides above for forefoot surgery or ankle and hindfoot procedures. Mr Welck discusses all risks individually with each patient at his London and North London clinics.
Does Mr Welck accept private medical insurance?
Yes — Mr Welck accepts all major private health insurers including BUPA, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality Health, and Cigna. Self-pay patients seeking a foot and ankle surgeon in London or North London are also welcome. Please contact the secretary to discuss fees and insurance authorisation.
How do I book an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon in London?
To book an appointment with Mr Matthew Welck, call 07547 395 270, email secretary@matthewwelck.com, or book online. Urgent appointments are available at his London and North London clinics.
Can Mr Welck help with chronic ankle instability or repeated ankle sprains?
Yes. Chronic ankle instability — often caused by repeated ankle sprains and ligament damage — is one of Mr Welck’s specialist areas. He offers both conservative and surgical management, including ankle ligament reconstruction, for patients in London and North London.
What London hospitals does Mr Welck operate at?
Mr Welck performs foot and ankle surgery at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH) in Stanmore (North London), HCA The Princess Grace Hospital in Marylebone (Central London), Spire Bushey (North London), and HCA The Wellington Hospital Elstree Waterfront.
Patient Videos — Foot & Ankle Surgery with Mr Matthew Welck, London & North London
Watch real patient stories and expert educational videos about foot and ankle surgery from Mr Matthew Welck, Consultant Foot and Ankle Surgeon in London and North London. These videos provide insight into conditions, procedures, and recovery — helping patients across London and North London make informed decisions about foot and ankle surgery, ankle replacement, sports injuries, and more.
Patient Story: 2 Years After Ankle Fusion Surgery — Outcome & Recovery (Mr Matthew Welck, London)
A patient shares their experience two years after ankle fusion surgery (ankle arthrodesis) performed by Mr Matthew Welck at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore, North London. Ankle fusion is an effective surgical treatment for end-stage ankle arthritis and is performed by Mr Welck as an alternative to ankle replacement in selected patients in London and North London.
Book an Appointment with Mr Matthew Welck — Leading Foot & Ankle Surgeon in London & North London
Mr Matthew Welck is one of London’s leading Consultant Foot and Ankle Surgeons, specialising in ankle replacement surgery, sports injuries of the foot and ankle, Achilles tendon repair, ankle arthritis, bunion surgery, and complex foot and ankle reconstruction. He holds private clinics at leading hospitals across London and North London: HCA The Princess Grace Hospital (Marylebone, Central London), Spire Bushey (North London), the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Private Patients Unit (Stanmore, North London), and HCA The Wellington Hospital Elstree Waterfront. Urgent appointments are available. All major private health insurers accepted. NHS referrals welcome. Self-pay patients welcome.
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