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Mr James Nicholl
👤 10 years of experience
11,016+
Patients seen
10
Years in practice
3
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Mr. James Nicholl is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Tumbridge Wells, UK, specialising in the treatment of hand, wrist, and elbow conditions.
Mr. Nicholl's medical training began at Cambridge University and Guy's Hospital. He pursued orthopaedic training on the Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital rotation, gaining valuable expertise in the field. He further developed his skills through fellowships in Shoulder Surgery at Guy's Hospital and Hand Surgery at Queen Victoria Hospital.
In 1998, Mr. Nicholl was appointed as an Orthopaedic Consultant at the Kent and Sussex Hospital, Tunbridge Wells. In this role, he has been dedicated to diagnosing and treating various conditions, including Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Finger, Dupuytren's Contracture, hand and wrist fractures, and hand Arthritis. Mr. Nicholl employs advanced techniques such as keyhole surgery (arthroscopy) to address joint-related issues in the wrist and elbow, minimising scarring and facilitating quicker post-operative recovery. He has also been performing joint replacement procedures for thumb-base arthritis.
Mr. Nicholl collaborates closely with skilled physiotherapists and the specialised hand therapy department within the hospital, ensuring comprehensive care for his patients.
Mr. Nicholl has expertise in the following areas:
Upper limb surgery
Hand surgery
Wrist surgery
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Dupuytren's contracture
Fractures
Arthritis
Arthroscopy of the wrist
Mr. Nicholl's medical training began at Cambridge University and Guy's Hospital. He pursued orthopaedic training on the Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital rotation, gaining valuable expertise in the field. He further developed his skills through fellowships in Shoulder Surgery at Guy's Hospital and Hand Surgery at Queen Victoria Hospital.
In 1998, Mr. Nicholl was appointed as an Orthopaedic Consultant at the Kent and Sussex Hospital, Tunbridge Wells. In this role, he has been dedicated to diagnosing and treating various conditions, including Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Finger, Dupuytren's Contracture, hand and wrist fractures, and hand Arthritis. Mr. Nicholl employs advanced techniques such as keyhole surgery (arthroscopy) to address joint-related issues in the wrist and elbow, minimising scarring and facilitating quicker post-operative recovery. He has also been performing joint replacement procedures for thumb-base arthritis.
Mr. Nicholl collaborates closely with skilled physiotherapists and the specialised hand therapy department within the hospital, ensuring comprehensive care for his patients.
Mr. Nicholl has expertise in the following areas:
Upper limb surgery
Hand surgery
Wrist surgery
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Dupuytren's contracture
Fractures
Arthritis
Arthroscopy of the wrist
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr James Nicholl
Education & training
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2006–2012 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2012–2016 Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
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2016–2017 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2016-09–2017-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
AXA Healthcare Liability · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,721 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,287 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,535 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,416 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 60 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 90 min | in_clinic | 180.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 4 · i10: 12
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European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.2535/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38438572 · cited by 113
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Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.2693/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 39299145 · cited by 139
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European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.9473/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 38784612 · cited by 21
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Orthopaedic Surgery European Annual Congress (Orthopaedic Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Orthopaedic Surgery National Society Meeting · Kent · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Orthopaedic Surgery — Kent · 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 2017
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2017
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2017
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.nicholl@euroclinics.example
- Accepted international insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
113 verified reviews4.96
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113 reviews
- 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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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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