Mr Nathanael Ahearn Consultant Knee Surgeon in Torbay

Consultant Knee Surgeon in Torbay and South Devon

Specialised Knee Surgical Training

My practice is built on my sub-specialty fellowship training, ensuring focused expertise in complex knee conditions. I combine advanced surgical techniques with a patient focused philosophy centered on long-term joint health.

I undertook my surgical training within the Severn Deanery developing skills in advanced knee preservation techniques. I hold a Master’s degree in Sports and Exercise Medicine from the University of Bath, reflecting my long-standing commitment to the care of athletic injuries. My specialist expertise was further enhanced during a prestigious fellowship in Sydney, where I worked alongside teams treating elite athletes.

As a keen runner and cyclist, and having previously played football to a semi-professional level, I understand the importance of being active and aim to ensure every patient receives a tailored treatment plan to allow them to enjoy the outdoor lifestyle provided by the Torbay area.

NHS Practice

Torbay Hospital

Naomi Peryer: 01803 654 969

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Torbay Private Practice

Mount Stuart Hospital

Amanda Higginbotham: 01803 321 602

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Royal Devon Private Healthcare

Nightingale Hospital Exeter

Call 01392 402 398

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Further information about individual knee conditions and treatment options can be found throughout this website

I see patients at the following NHS and private consulting hospitals and clinic locations:

Mr Nathanael Ahearn - Specialist Knee Surgeon Torbay

Focused Expertise in Knee Surgery

Additional Qualifications

BSc and Medical Degree from one of the world's leading universities

Imperial College London

Higher Surgical Training

Completed in the SouthWest within the Severn Deanery focused on knees

MSc in Sports and Exercise Medicine from University of Bath

International Fellowship

World-renowned North Sydney fellowship treating professional athletes

Exclusively dedicated to contemporary knee preservation techniques, sports knee, and reconstructive surgery. I aim to restore mobility with personalised care.

Mr Nathanael Ahearn - Conditions Treated

Knee pain can have a significant impact on everyday life, limiting walking, exercise, work, and participation in sport.

Mr Nathanael Ahearn provides specialist assessment and treatment for a wide range of knee conditions, including:

Knee osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease

Meniscal tears and cartilage injuries

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and other sports-related injuries

Kneecap problems, patella instability, and anterior knee pain

Knee alignment problems

Post-traumatic knee conditions

Treatment is tailored to the individual, taking account of their symptoms, activity levels, clinical findings, and personal goals.

Trauma and Educating

My practice also encompasses general orthopaedic trauma, with an interest in periarticular and periprosthetic fractures around the knee. I have consultant level experience in UK Major Trauma Centres (Bristol and Coventry). I am currently the Orthopaedic Trauma Society Education Committee Chair.

I am an enthusiastic trainer with an interest in medical education, having completed a PG Cert in Teaching and Learning for Health Professionals, and I am a member of the Academy of Medical Educators. One of my proudest achievements was receiving recognition of my training capabilities, being awarded the Peninsula Deanery Trainer of the Year Award.

Professional Memberships

Mr Nathanael Ahearn is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, the British Orthopaedic Association, the British Association for Surgery of the Knee, the British Patellofemoral Society, and the Orthopaedic Trauma Society.