Professor Richard Field
PhD, FRCS, FRCS(Orth)
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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45 years of experience
London, SW1W 8RH
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7 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Ali Bajwa, Professor Zoe Winters and 4 other professionals
Live bookings available
45 years of experience
London, SW1W 8RH
(+2 more)
7 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Ali Bajwa, Professor Zoe Winters and 4 other professionals
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About Professor Richard Field
Professor Richard Field is a consultant orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in hip-related issues. He is the UK's most experienced surgeon in direct anterior hip replacement and has used this minimally invasive, muscle-sparing technique for more than 3000 patients. He uses both the standard longitudinal and the less visible bikini incisions as needed. Prof. Field has extensive experience in complex sports and developmental hip problems, and he is regarded as a world leader in hip preservation and rapid recovery hip replacement surgery. He lectures internationally and performs more than 200 hip operations each year. He has also previously worked as an advisor for the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence.
Prof. Field undertook his medical training at Westminster Hospital in 1980 before working at a number of London hospitals, including The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital and University College Hospital. He went on to complete a PhD at Cambridge University and undertook specialist orthopaedic training in the UK and Australia. He is a professor of Orthopaedic surgery at St George's University of London and was director of research at the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC) from 2004-21. His private practice is primarily at The Lister Hospital in Chelsea.
Prof. Field is a pioneer of arthroscopic hip surgery and has undertaken hip resurfacing since 1995. He served as the president of the International Society for Hip Arthroscopy, 2016-17, and has been involved in the design and evaluation of novel implant designs since 1983. He is currently conducting clinical research on short femoral stem implants as well as some of the newer hip resurfacing designs. Where appropriate, he uses robotic-assisted surgery to achieve optimal component alignment. (Patients who want to be considered for novel implant studies may need to be treated at SWLEOC).
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 2659839
Education
Royal College of Surgeons
Medicine
Graduated 1980
Qualifications
- PhD University of Cambridge 1988
- FRCS
- FRCS(Orth)
Languages spoken
- English
- French
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £300
- Follow-up appointment: £175
Insurers
- Aetna
- The PHC
- Benenden Health
- General and Medical
- Cigna
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Freedom Health Insurance
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Vitality
- Bupa
- Saga Health Insurance
- The Exeter
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- WPA
- Healix Health Services
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Chelsea Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SW1W 8RH
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AI Review Summary
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Professor Richard Field is professional, kind, caring, and reassuring with patients. He explains procedures, like total hip replacement and arthroscopic hip surgery, bringing many patients rapid recovery, pain relief, and good mobility. Some patients mention discharge drug regimes and post-operative care needs more detail. These good results come from hip replacement and anterior hip replacement procedures.
It was a pleasure to meet Prof Field for my six weekly review. All concerns and queries I raised were dealt with in a professional and reassuring way. I left the appointment feeling positive and very happy with my progress.
I was most impressed with Professor Field. He was very kind and his explanation of the surgery was excellent. He was also available post surgery.
Nursing staff were excellent ! Food not good and appointment system, run from Cardiff , hopeless!!
I had my first (left ) hip replacement last May and was very happy with the outcome. I returned to have my right hip replacement and again could not fault the pre and post operative care of Professor Field and his team. Always treated as an individual, great explanations throughout and totally confident of a very professional outcome. Wholly recommended. So glad I researched and found him to undertake my surgery and treatment plan.
It is now six months since I saw Professor Field and am now discharged from his clinic with more than a spring in my step! I am free of pain and have excellent movement from my new hip. Professor Field explained what he planned to do and answered any questions I had both before and after surgery. He is a true gentleman who cares about his patients and giving them the best results from his surgery. March 2026
I received first class service and treatment from Professor field. I couldn’t have dreamt of a better experience. I felt valued and listened to as an individual throughout the whole process. The care and support I received from professor field was second to none.
Everything was extremely efficient and user friendly. i would recommend both Professor Field and The Lister Hospital for doing a first class job.
I was seen exactly on time by Professor Field, who explained some concerns I had and discussed the recent x-ray. I am now discharged from his clinic.
A great experience, professional and friendly in equal measure. A brilliant team effort. All patients should be given prunes !
Skill Endorsements
Richard Field is a remarkable surgeon with impeccable manners. I’m privileged to have known Richard professionally for almost 2 decades, and always impressed with his quest for excellence. Ali Bajwa
17 Jan 2022
Mr Ali Bajwa
Orthopaedic SurgeonProfessor Richard Field is an international pioneer in hip surgery where he has demonstrated excellent clinical and patient reported outcomes. Prof Field has innovated hip resurfacing techniques as well as less traumatic approaches to total hip replacements called the muscle sparing Direct Anterior Approach. The latter harnesses a direct anatomical approach to minimise the side effects of hip surgery surgery resulting in rapid patient recoveries. Prof Field is a world leader in his field of expertise and is an absolute asset to the hospitals he works in: HCA the Lister, Chelsea Outpatients...
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17 Jan 2022
Professor Zoe Winters
General SurgeonRichard us a highly skilled arthroscopic and reconstructive hip surgeon. He is an excellent colleague at The Lister and I have valued his expertise for second opinions in patients with early degenerative or impingement pathology.
10 Jan 2022
Mr Charles Gibbons
Orthopaedic SurgeonProf Field has for many years been one of the UK's leading Hip Surgeons. Patients like him, he is caring and his work is of an excellent standard.
10 Jan 2022
Mr Sam Singh
Orthopaedic SurgeonFAQ
What are Professor Richard Field's reviews like?
Professor Richard Field's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 196 reviews.
What languages does Professor Richard Field speak?
Professor Richard Field speaks English and French
Where is Professor Richard Field located?
Professor Richard Field primarily practices at The Lister Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at Chelsea Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SW1W 8RH
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