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Prof Alan Johnstone
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Prof

Prof Alan Johnstone

Orthopaedic Surgery

English
12,508+ Patients seen
4 Years in practice
3 Publications
1 Languages spoken

About

Professor Alan Johnstone is an experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Aberdeen with over 20 years of experience. He is a Member of the Aberdeen Orthopaedic Network, seeing private patients at Albyn Hospital. He graduated with his medical degree from the University of Edinburgh in 1986, followed by his registrar training in Edinburgh and Aberdeen. He served as a Senior Lecturer at Aberdeen University from 1997 to 2002 and has been a Consultant at NHS Grampian since 2002.

A pioneer in his field, Professor Johnstone introduced arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and elbow to Aberdeen. His commitment to advancing orthopaedic knowledge is evident through his role as a Professor at Robert Gordon’s University and as a visiting Professor of the University of Perugia. Recognised for his innovative contributions, he was awarded the Scottish Life Sciences Innovator of the Year in 2012.

Professor Johnstone's expertise includes a wide range of specialisations, including general trauma, complex upper limb injuries, pelvic and acetabular fractures, elective surgery of the upper limb, shoulder and elbow procedures, including arthroscopic shoulder surgery, and joint replacement. 

His professional memberships include the Royal College of Surgeons, British Orthopaedic Association, and British Trauma Association. Beyond his clinical practice, Professor Johnstone serves as a Clinical Adviser to Orthopaedic multinational companies, showcasing his influence and leadership in the industry.

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

— Prof Alan Johnstone

Education & training

  1. 2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona
  2. 2018–2022 Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
    UAB Barcelona
  3. 2022–2023 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Royal Marsden London, UK

Career & appointments

  1. 2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Orthopaedic Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

— Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#-792326 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
#EB-D6E374D7 · issued 2023 · renewal 2033
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,348
Annual physical exam 99395 442
Vaccination administration 90471 1,082
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,525

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

Office, team & in practice

Alan Johnstone
HEADSHOT
Alan Johnstone in consultation
IN OFFICE
Alan Johnstone with the team
WITH TEAM
Alan Johnstone at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 119s
Meet Alan Johnstone

Research & publications

h-index: 8 · i10: 12

  1. European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
    Alan Johnstone, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7682/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 37383366 · cited by 84
  2. Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Alan Johnstone, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.1061/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 39538614 · cited by 62
  3. European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
    Alan Johnstone, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.3176/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 31625373 · cited by 80

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Orthopaedic Surgery — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2023
  • national college of family doctors — Member · since 2023
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2023

Patient reviews

★ 0.00 545 verified reviews
Bedside Manner
0.05
Knowledge
0.08
Wait Time
3.80
Staff Friendliness
0.02
Ease Of Appointment
4.00
Value For Money
4.10
Would Recommend Pct
4
  • ★ 5 verified visit

    “Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”

    — Anna B. · 2026-05-02

  • ★ 5 verified visit

    “Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”

    — Marco V. · 2026-04-11

  • ★ 4 verified visit

    “Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”

    — Helena F. · 2026-04-20

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.alan.johnstone@euroclinics.example

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