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Mr James Donaldson

Verified Orthopaedic Surgery London

Mr James Donaldson

2 years of experience 5.0 (19 verified reviews)

6,657+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
12
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr James Donaldson at a glance

Mr James Donaldson is an Orthopaedic Surgery practitioner based in London, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. They have 24+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2020). Serves patients in London, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Mr. James Donaldson is a highly esteemed Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon affiliated with HCA Healthcare. He practices at The Wellington Hospital and The Wellington Hospital Elstree Waterfront, while also holding an NHS Consultant position at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Stanmore. His expertise lies in hip and knee conditions, where he provides exceptional care in arthroscopy, joint replacement, and revision surgeries.
Mr. Donaldson's medical journey began at University College London, where he earned his Medical Degree in 2002. He then undertook comprehensive rotational training in orthopaedics, including a significant role at The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital. After completing his training in 2012, he pursued further specialization through two fellowships, one of which included a year in Toronto, before assuming a Consultant Post.
In addition to his clinical work, Mr. Donaldson is passionate about medical education. He has co-authored a website for healthcare professionals and regularly teaches at national courses.


Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
Osteotomies
Hip Replacement
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Revision Surgery
Hip Issues
Knee Issues

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Mr James Donaldson

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, London (GB)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, London (GB)
  3. 2024–2025 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    AP-HP Paris, FR

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Orthopaedic Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-821770 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
#EB-67DDA1C3 · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,858
Annual physical exam 99395 2,460
Vaccination administration 90471 284
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,979

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 90 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

James Donaldson
HEADSHOT
James Donaldson in consultation
IN OFFICE
James Donaldson with the team
WITH TEAM
James Donaldson at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 120s
Meet James Donaldson

Research & publications

h-index: 9 · i10: 12

  1. European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
    James Donaldson, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6289/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38817063 · cited by 42
  2. Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    James Donaldson, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3225/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 32266570 · cited by 24
  3. European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
    James Donaldson, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.3631/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 38611956 · cited by 158

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Orthopaedic Surgery European Annual Congress (Orthopaedic Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Orthopaedic Surgery National Society Meeting · London · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Orthopaedic Surgery — London · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2025

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a orthopaedic surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · mr.james.donaldson@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

19 verified reviews
4.95
★★★★⯨
19 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.7
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
98.0
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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

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Orthopaedic Surgery

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