Our Orthopaedic Hip Clinic is led by Professor Rob Middleton, an Orthopaedic Surgeon and Hip Specialist, and expert in modern robotic surgery.
If you are living with ongoing pain, stiffness, or are recovering from an injury, we are here to support you with expert diagnosis, clear guidance on orthopaedic treatment options, and both private and NHS referrals for surgery if needed.
Professor Rob Middleton leads a private orthopaedic hip clinic at HSU. During your consultation, Professor Middleton will take your history and conduct an examination. He will then advise whether any tests and investigations are required to make a diagnosis and develop your treatment plan.
If a patient seen by Professor Middleton does not need surgery, they will be directed to the most appropriate services at HSU to improve their condition.
If you need an X-ray or MRI scan as part of initial investigations, you can access these on-site through our imaging services. Patients at HSU benefit from the comfort of our Open Upright MRI Scanner, which is particularly beneficial for patients with mobility issues, or with claustrophobia.
If surgery is required, Professor Middleton can either book you directly into a private hospital, or make an NHS referral directly to University Hospitals Dorset – without you needing to return to your GP.
Professor Middleton treats patients at The Bournemouth Nuffield Hospital, the Harbour Hospital Poole and the Private Patients Unit at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. All Robotic Hip Surgery is carried out at the Bournemouth Nuffield Hospital.
Our Integrated Rehabilitation Centre provides dedicated support for soft tissue injuries, prehabilitation, rehabilitation, and recovery from orthopaedic procedures: helping you to return to your daily activities and improve your quality of life.
Professor Rob Middleton is currently a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at University Hospitals Dorset, Professor of Orthopaedics and Head of the Orthopaedic Research Institute at Bournemouth University. Privately he works at the Bournemouth Nuffield, Harbour Hospital and the Private Patients Unit at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital.
Rob trained at Magdalene College Cambridge as an undergraduate and then at Guy’s Hospital London as a postgraduate. His Orthopaedic training was at the Middlesex Hospital London and the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Stanmore. He completed specialist Hip speciality training at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, Australia.
He was a member of NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence), developing guidelines for the treatment of Osteoarthritis in the NHS. He worked as Clinical Lead for Hip and Knee replacement at the NHS Institute of Innovation and Improvement to improve joint replacement in the NHS.
Now a specialist in hips, he has two main areas of interest. Firstly in delaying and avoiding surgery for patients with early to moderate arthritis of the hip. Recently published in the Lancet, clinical trials have proven the success of these non-surgical techniques. For patients with severe arthritis he has pioneered Robotic Surgery with research publications showing its accuracy and improved outcomes.
Performing his first robotic surgery back in 1995, Professor Rob Middleton is one of the early pioneers of robotic surgery. He now has completed more Mako Robotic Hip replacements than any other surgeon in England. To help you understand, he developed the Virtual Reality Video at the Orthopaedic Research Institute.
Free App and Courses
To find out in depth about how you can treat yourself and avoid surgery, what a Robotic Hip replacement involves, and how to recover quickly from surgery, download the ORI Education App from the App store.
This App is free and was developed by Professor Rob Middleton at the Orthopaedic Research Institute at Bournemouth University. Each course has set modules covering every aspect of the topic. The modules are suitable for both healthcare professionals to update their knowledge but also suitable for the public. Simple understandable terms are used together with clear illustrations and videos.
Chain, Cycling Against Hip pain, is a 6 week on line exercise course for those with osteoarthritis of the hip. Completing the course has been shown in research trials to improve hip pain and stiffness in 80% of patients. 60% are able to delay surgery by 5 years or more.
Robotic Hip Surgery has 12 modules and is suitable for both patients and healthcare professionals. It takes you through the theory and practicalities of robotic hip surgery and how it has transformed hip replacement.
ERAS,Enhanced Recovery after Surgery, this course explains how recovery after surgery has been transformed for the better. Major surgery such as hip replacements can be performed as daycases. The modules cover the latest research and clinical practice.
We offer a range of orthopaedic services designed to meet your individual needs. Our services include:
Start your journey with a thorough assessment to determine the best course of action for your condition.
Fixed price surgery packages are available from Bournemouth Nuffield Hospital upon request. Consultation fees will be billed directly by Professor Middleton, whilst all other costs, scans will be billed by Health Sciences University.
Our follow-up appointments ensure you’re progressing as expected and allow us to make any necessary adjustments to your treatment plan.
After your assessment, you may be referred for further diagnostic services or orthopaedic treatment, either via our onsite clinics or through our trusted network of consultants and hospitals.
Our Clinical Imaging Services are equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including X-ray, Ultrasound, and one of only 7 open upright MRI machines in the UK.
Our Open and Upright MRI machine offers what conventional scans can’t. Providing patients with claustrophobia, anxiety or mobility issues a comfortable environment to be scanned in.
Welcome to our Private Orthopaedic Clinic in Bournemouth, where expert consultant care is central to our services. Led by Mr. Senthil Muthian, a highly experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, our clinic specialises in offering thorough outpatient orthopaedic assessments and second opinions for a wide range of conditions.
Precise and targeted treatments from our Consultant-led ultrasound injection service.
Visit our highly qualified physiotherapy team for care across a wide range of musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. We specialise in helping people move forward with their care by providing an authentic, honest first assessment or second opinion on your health.
Explore our comprehensive rehabilitation services designed to help you regain strength, mobility, and function. From specialised classes to therapy options and equipment hire, our team of highly qualified clinicians are dedicated to help you get back to doing what you love most.
An orthopaedic hip consultant is a medical specialist who diagnoses, treats, and manages conditions affecting the hip joint. They are highly skilled in addressing a wide range of hip-related issues, including hip pain, arthritis, fractures, and injuries. Having taken a history and examination, our Orthopaedic Hip Specialist Professor Rob Middleton will determine whether any tests and investigations are required to make a diagnosis and develop a treatment plan.
Orthopaedics is a branch of medicine that focuses on the care of the musculoskeletal system and disorders, including bones, joints, muscles, and tendons – from sports injuries to degenerative diseases like arthritis. Orthopaedic specialists are trained to treat a wide range of conditions, from trauma (such as fractures and dislocations) to chronic conditions (like arthritis or tendonitis). Orthopaedics includes both non-surgical treatments (such as rehabilitation and injections) and surgical procedures (such as joint replacement or ligament repair).
No, at our orthopaedic hip clinic, you don’t need a GP referral to book an appointment with Professor Rob Middleton. We offer direct access to consultant care, allowing you to seek a second opinion or specialist advice without needing to see your GP first.
Book Online – Our online booking system is the easiest and fastest way to book your appointment.
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Prefer to book in person, or over the phone? – You’re always welcome to call us 01202 436222 (Mon-Fri, 08:30–18:00) or visit our clinic at the address below.
Health Sciences University
Parkwood Campus
Parkwood Rd
Bournemouth
BH5 2DF
