Mr Sam Heaton areas of expertise:
Professional statement
Mr Samuel Raymond Heaton is a consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon and a subspecialist in the hip and knee. Patients can access his exceptional orthopaedic private care in Bath and Yeovil.
As a specialist in the hip and knee, Mr Heaton is extensively skilled in the management of hip pain, knee pain, osteoarthritis, fragility fractures and all other hip and knee conditions. He has trained in all aspects of trauma and orthopaedic surgery and ultimately gained expert proficiency in hip replacement, knee replacement and revision surgery, to name a few procedures. He is also an expert in applying keyhole (minimally invasive) techniques to young adult hip and knee surgery.
Clinical research is another aspect of Mr Heaton's medical career. He has published many papers in renowned peer-reviewed journals as well as presenting his work at national and international meetings and conferences. Additionally, he is a visiting fellow at the Orthopaedic Research Unit at Bournemouth. He also participates in the teaching of trainee surgeons on local and national courses.
Mr Heaton is at the forefront of implementing the latest techniques and procedures. For example, he is a provider of the innovative Mako robotic-arm assisted technique for hip and knee replacements, which he offers from his clinic at Sulis Hospital, Bath.
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M B. Verified Patient
08/05/2024
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I’m writing this recommendation of the highest level 9 months after my operation. It’s been nothing but positive since the absolutely faultless procedure. I walked away from the hospital without need for crutches 3 days post op. I would recommend Mr Heaton most highly.
J H. Verified Patient
16/11/2023
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I can't recommend Mr Heaton enough. He replaced both my right hip and knee within 16 weeks and has given me a complete new lease of life: thankyou
J T. Verified Patient
01/10/2023
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I was very pleased with the care I received under Mr. Heaton and would recommend him to anyone who required orthapaedic surgery.
E T. Verified Patient
25/09/2023
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So happy with the outcome. Mr Heaton is a very approachable professional which allowed me to ask numerous questions.