Mr Ciaran McGarvey

Professional statement

Mr Ciaran McGarvey is an experienced orthopaedic surgeon specialising in knee surgery at The Princess Margaret Hospital. He specialises in knee replacement, ACL reconstruction, meniscus, knee arthroscopy, sports injuries and osteotomy.

After graduating from Cambridge University in 2004, Mr McGarvey completed orthopaedic training at Guy’s, King’s, and St Thomas’s Hospitals in London. He further enhanced his skills by working with well-known knee surgeons, including Professor Ponky Firer in Johannesburg and Mr Tim Spalding in Coventry. During 2012-2016, he also served as the matchday team doctor for Saracens Rugby Club.

Mr McGarvey performs various knee surgeries like ligament reconstruction, meniscus repair, and cartilage repair. He's skilled at addressing issues such as patellofemoral pain and instability, providing customised solutions. For early knee osteoarthritis, he specialises in joint-preserving surgeries like osteotomy and focal resurfacing. In cases of established arthritis, he conducts joint replacement procedures, including both partial and total knee replacements.