Mr Jonathan Bird
BSc, FRCS(Orth)Orthopaedic Surgery
Recommended by
3 specialists
22 years of experience
10 years as a specialist
Practices worked at
St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS364 reviews
27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR611 reviews
About
Mr Jonathan Bird is a London orthopaedic surgeon with a special interest in knee surgery. While studying at the UCL School of Medicine, where he eventually qualified from, Mr Bird joined the British Army. It was here that he saw firsthand the highest quality of medicine given to our military. He eventually qualified from UCL in 1997, and continued to serve until 2004, gaining experience while treating both soldiers and Iraqi civilians hurt by the conflict.
After leaving the army in 2004, Jonathan had more specialized orthopaedic training in London before taking his current NHS post at University Hospital Lewisham. It is also here that he is the premier knee surgeon and initiated the Acute Knee Service. At the same time, he also leads the undergraduate medical students at King’s College.
Mr. Bird is still always striving to improve his orthopaedic practice, going to conferences and learning the latest therapies and techniques for his clients. He can treat the knee injuries of elite athletes as well as someone suffering daily pain from arthritis. He’s always trying to give his patients the best care and improve their quality of life.
Education
- BSc (1994) - University College London
- MB BS (1997) - University College London
- MRCSEd (2001) - Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- FRCS (Orth) (2009) - Intercollegiate Surgical Board
- Member of British Association for Surgery of the Knee, British Orthopaedic Association and the European Society for Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy
Reviews
4.78 Overall Patient Trust rating
Knee Pain
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7/65
ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury
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1/65
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction
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1/65
Laparoscopic (key-hole) Surgery
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1/65
Excellent service. Information. Details. Bedside manner and attitude. Grateful for his assistance
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Knee Pain
Very professional and have used this GP before.
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Knee Pain
Very happy with the level of care and knowledge
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Laparoscopic (key-hole) Surgery
The care and experience received was very good. Very well explained, I was very well take care of and felt very comfortable in the hands of Mr Bird and the hospital staff.
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Knee Pain
Mr Bird has operated on me twice (Knee Arthroscopy). On both occasions the outcome has been very good - I went from significant pain to minor niggles and can now manage my knee pain easily without drugs. Of course you have to put the effort in yourself with physio and exercise for rehabilitation but this can't start until the surgery is complete. All in all a very positive experience for me.
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Knee Pain
My overall questions regarding my forth coming high tibial knee osteotomy surgery were answered truthfully, as he pointed out the reasons for the procedure and possible benefits.
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Knee Pain
Good empathy and manner, listened well and advised further examination.
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Knee Pain
Excellent so far
Read moreI visited Mr Bird to get a quick second opinion on my left knee pain given to me by my GP following an NHS X-RAY report. I found him a down to earth person to deal with who happily answered all my uninformed questions with patience and directness. He completed a hands on examination and suggested a now and then X-RAY followed by a face to face explanation of the results. Within a couple of hours he confirmed the happy news that knee surgery was not required and advised on future life style changes. His confirmation letter was with me the next day. Would 100% recommend Mr Bird to all who follow.
Read moreIt was an excellent experience and gratifying that he took me seriously in site of the fact that many of the symptoms had already gone away.
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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction
Great man of great manners and (as all busy doctors) doesn't waste time.
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ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury
Mr Bird was excellent during our consultation. Honest, clear, understanding and explanatory. He gave me the time to ask all the questions I had and took me through all the relevant parts of my MRI. Really helpful and reassuring.
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Knee Pain
First consultation. Very thorough and pleasant individual.
Read moreI had a very good consultation with Mr Bird. He asked all the right questions and listened carefully to my answers, then gave thorough answers to my questions. I will be seeing him again next week.
Read moreMr J. Bird explained to me in clear and polite detail the reasons for the pain which I am experiencing from my right knee.
Read moreI’ve seen Mr Bird on numerous occasions and have found him very friendly and knowledgable regarding knee problems, whilst explaining in easy terms to the patient the problem, cause, effect and remedy.
Read moreVery happy with Jonathan's assessment of my injury. He was both professional and friendly in the handling of my situation.
Read morevery happy with advice and amiability
Read moreI Would highly recommend Mr Bird to anyone needing knee surgery. He explains everything thoroughly to do with the surgery, and following surgery he’s quite tough but I benefited from that greatly! Could not fault him from first consultation until 1 year later being discharged.
Read moreI was impressed and relieved to see Mr Bird. And wish to thank him for his patience and consideration. Thank you very much
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Peer recommendations
Recommended by 3 doctors for:
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Orthopaedic Surgery
Mr Bird is highly regarded for his excellent patient care, as well as surgical outcomes, and that is why i highly recommend him to patients who have knee pain.
For specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery
For conditions: Knee Cyst, Torn Meniscus (Cartilage), ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury, The Young Knee
For procedures: Video Consultation, Knee Cartilage Surgery, Minimally invasive knee surgery
Connection: I have referred patients to them
Happy to recommend Mr Bird for knee conditions. Patients we have in common have commented that he has gone to great trouble to make sure they are well cared for.
For specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery
For conditions: Knee Cyst, Knee Pain
For procedures: Video Consultation, Knee Cartilage Surgery, Meniscal Repair
Connection: Is a colleague
An excellent soft tissue knee surgeon.
For specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery
For procedures: Multiligament Reconstruction, Meniscal Repair, Patella Realignment, ACL Reconstruction
Connection: Is a colleague
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