Dr Leon Creaney is a Sports Exercise Medicine practitioner based in Cheadle, Royaume-Uni, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. They have 25+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2014). Serves patients in Cheadle, Royaume-Uni and the surrounding area.
VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026
À propos
Dr Leon Creaney is a Consultant Sports & Exercise Medicine (SEM) Physician based in Manchester and Cheshire, with a subspecialty interest in musculoskeletal medicine. He graduated from the University of Sheffield in 2001 and completed broad-based medical training in Rheumatology, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, Emergency Medicine, Intensive Care and General Practice.
Between 2007 and 2009, Dr Creaney undertook higher specialist training in Sports and Exercise Medicine in London, working at the Royal London Hospital. He became a Consultant in 2009 and was the first Sports & Exercise Medicine trainee in the UK to be appointed as a Consultant in the specialty.
Dr Creaney specialises in the diagnosis and non-surgical management of musculoskeletal pain and sports injuries, with particular expertise in lower back pain, performance medicine and complex injury management. He treats approximately 2,000 private patients per year, managing conditions affecting the neck, shoulder, spine, hip and groin, thigh, knee, leg, foot and ankle.
He has held NHS Consultant posts in Sheffield, Manchester, Warrington and University Hospital Birmingham. Alongside his clinical practice, he has extensive experience in elite sport, having served as Chief Medical Officer in four Olympic sports: Athletics, Taekwondo, Gymnastics and Football. He has worked as a team doctor for British Athletics for over a decade and has developed a strong focus on football medicine.
Dr Creaney previously worked with Shrewsbury Town FC and currently serves as Team Doctor for LFC Women. He has also run a dedicated football medicine clinic at Spire Manchester and St George’s Park, where he held the role of Clinical Governance Lead. His practice combines evidence-based medicine, performance optimisation and a collaborative, athlete-centred approach to care.
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Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES
Dr Leon Creaney's Areas of Specialty
Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Leon Creaney treats, with the size of the national pool of Royaume-Uni doctors offering the same care.
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What does Leon Creaney specialise in?
Leon Creaney specialises in Sports Exercise Medicine in Cheadle, GB. 25 years of clinical experience.
What conditions does Leon Creaney treat?
Leon Creaney treats conditions within Sports Exercise Medicine. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.
Where does Leon Creaney practise?
Leon Creaney practises in Cheadle, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.
What languages does Leon Creaney speak?
Leon Creaney speaks English.
How do I book an appointment with Leon Creaney?
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What do patients say about Leon Creaney?
Leon Creaney has a verified rating of 4.99/5 from 26 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.
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