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Mr Nicholas Howells

Verified Orthopaedic Surgery Bristol

Mr Nicholas Howells

2 years of experience 5.0 (111 verified reviews)

3,511+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
13
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Nicholas Howells at a glance

Mr Nicholas Howells is an Orthopaedic Surgery practitioner based in Bristol, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. They have 23+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Bristol, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Mr Nick Howells is a leading Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Bristol, specialising exclusively in knee surgery. Since 2014, when he was awarded a Medical Research Doctorate in Orthopaedic Surgery by the University of Bristol, he has continued to advance the field through both clinical practice and research and currently practices at Spire Hospital Bristol and Circle Bath Clinic

Mr Howells’ work covers all aspects of knee surgery including treatment for ligament, cartilage, and meniscal injuries, as well as realignment procedures, partial and total knee replacements, and complex revision surgery. He provides expert care for patients with both early and advanced osteoarthritis.

Alongside his clinical work, Mr Howells is actively involved in research and education. His current studies explore improving outcomes for patients with ongoing pain after knee replacement and the use of stem cells and implants in treating meniscal injuries. His work has been widely published and presented internationally.

A passionate educator, he teaches medical students and junior doctors and leads orthopaedic training at North Bristol NHS Trust. Outside of medicine, he enjoys golf, cycling, and skiing with his wife and young family. Formerly a keen sportsman, he has a lifelong interest in sport and performance.

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

— Mr Nicholas Howells

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Bristol (GB)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Bristol (GB)

Career & appointments

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

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-765516 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
#EB-8A823852 · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,776
Annual physical exam 99395 574
Vaccination administration 90471 1,774
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,641

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 30 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Nicholas Howells
HEADSHOT
Nicholas Howells in consultation
IN OFFICE
Nicholas Howells with the team
WITH TEAM
Nicholas Howells at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 106s
Meet Nicholas Howells

Research & publications

h-index: 12 · i10: 8

  1. Long-term follow-up of Orthopaedic Surgery across GB
    Nicholas Howells, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.9944/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 30949936 · cited by 152
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Orthopaedic Surgery
    Nicholas Howells, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.9346/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 34661384 · cited by 194

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Orthopaedic Surgery — Bristol · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national

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.nicholas.howells.1@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

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Patient reviews

111 verified reviews
4.95
★★★★⯨
111 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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    Nicholas Howells specialises in Orthopaedic Surgery in Bristol, GB. 23 years of clinical experience.

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    Nicholas Howells speaks English.

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