Mr Sam Gidwani
BSc MBBS FRCS(Tr&Orth) DipHandSurgOrthopaedic Surgery
Recommended by
6 specialists
24 years of experience
13 years as a specialist
Practices worked at
15-17 Lodge Road, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA1411 reviews
The Wellington Hospital Elstree Waterfront
The Waterfront Beaufort House Elstree Road, Elstree, United Kingdom, WD6 3BSThe Platinum Medical Centre 15-17 Lodge Rd, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA2 reviews
St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS864 reviews
About
Mr Sam Gidwani is a Consultant Hand and Wrist surgeon based at Guy's & St Thomas' Hospitals, London. His practice is focused entirely on disorders and injuries of the hand, wrist and forearm.
He trained in orthopaedic and trauma surgery in London, Surrey and Bristol. During his formative training he first developed an interest for hand surgery whilst working in the Department of Plastic Surgery at the Queen Victoria Hospital in East Grinstead. In 2006, Mr Gidwani, completed his orthopaedic training and obtained his Fellowship to the Royal College of Surgeons (Tr&Orth). He then spent two years in further training at specialist hand and wrist centres including the Pulvertaft Hand Centre in Derby, and the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane, Australia. He began his consultant career at Guy's & St Thomas' in 2009. Between 2014 and 2017, he was the Clinical Lead of the Guy's Orthopaedic Department, one of the largest and busiest units in London. He is also an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at King's College London, and is on the British Hand Surgery Society's Instructional Course Committee.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Finger Joint Replacement
- Ganglion Cyst Removal
- Joint Fusion (Hand)
- Joint Fusion (Wrist)
- Rheumatoid Hand Surgery
- Tendon Repair (Hand)
- Wrist Arthroscopy
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Arthritis (Hand)
- Arthritis (Wrist)
- Dupuytren’s Contracture
- Hand Deformities
- Hand Pain
- Hand Problems
- Mallet Finger
- Trigger Finger
Medical procedures
- Ganglion Cyst Removal
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Finger Joint Replacement
- Joint Fusion (Hand)
- Joint Fusion (Wrist)
- Rheumatoid Hand Surgery
- Tendon Repair (Hand)
- Wrist Arthroscopy
Special interests
- Arthritis (Wrist)
- Arthritis (Hand)
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Dupuytren’s Contracture
- Hand Deformities
- Hand Pain
- Hand Problems
- Mallet Finger
- Trigger Finger
Education
Qualifications
MB BS 1995 University of London
MRCS 1999
FRCS(Tr&Orth) 2006
British Diploma of Hand Surgery 2011
Memberships
British Society for Surgery of the Hand
European Wrist Arthroscopy Society
British Orthopaedic Association
Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons of England
Reviews
5 Overall Patient Trust rating
Hand & Wrist Surgery
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9/61
Ganglion Cyst Removal
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3/61
Carpal tunnel syndrome
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2/61
Joint fusion (hand)
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2/61
Orthopaedic Surgery
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2/61
Arthritis (Wrist)
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1/61
Broken hand
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1/61
Excision of soft tissue mass on pulp of left thumb
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1/61
Fracture (broken bone)
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1/61
Hand Surgery
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1/61
Hand fractures
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1/61
Mallet finger
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1/61
Trigger finger
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1/61
Patient seen for:
Hand & Wrist Surgery
Over the past few years I suffered first from a small cortical avulsion fracture (in my left hand) and, more recently, from the rupture of the EPL tendon (in my right hand). Both times I received the wrong diagnosis before booking an appointment with Mr Gidwani. Not only, in both cases, Mr Gidwani made the correct diagnosis but he also successfully performed a transfer tendon surgery to fix the EPL rupture. I’ve now recovered the full use of my right hand and I’m grateful for Mr Gidwani’s skills in performing my surgery and for the caring he has shown during my rehabilitation. Accordingly, I would highly recommend Mr Gidwani.
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Hand & Wrist Surgery
Dr Gidwani is kind and approachable. He explained all my options clearly so I was able to make the right choice. Both pre and post op I always felt at ease and this experience has help some of the anxiety I face when going to hospitals in the past. I would strongly recommend Dr Gidwani to friends and family.
Read morePatient seen for:
Ganglion Cyst Removal
Excellent / efficient
Read morePatient seen for:
Joint fusion (hand)
Professional easy to talk to very nice manner.
Read morePatient seen for:
Hand & Wrist Surgery
My experience with Mr Gidwani has been nothing but wonderful thoughout the past two years and two surgeries. Mr Gidwani explained my options well and managed my expectations. The surgery experience was smooth and I can not imagine having any other consultant. I am very happy with my results, given the complicated nature of my injury, and look forward to returning to my usual activities.
Read morePatient seen for:
Hand & Wrist Surgery Carpal tunnel syndrome
Mr Gidwani, took the time to explain everything very clearly to me. His bedside manner was exquisite and put any concerns I may have had to rest. I'd highly recommend Mr Gidwani. Many thanks for the care with which you handled my procedure and overall experience!
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Hand & Wrist Surgery
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Read morePatient seen for:
Ganglion Cyst Removal
Highly recommended - Mr Gidwani was able to carry out a simple procedure to remove a ganglion cyst during the initial consultation itself. Very impressed with the overall service - he was happy to wait whilst i phoned insurance provider to get the authorisation to save another trip back.
Read morePatient seen for:
Orthopaedic Surgery
Very friendly, efficient and informative. From the first meeting through surgery to followup felt secure and in control. Could not have asked for more
Read morePatient seen for:
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Mr Gidwani has recently carried out a Carpal Tunnel procedure for me. Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 restrictions, my procedure has been completed in good time and appears completely successful. I enjoyed regular and concise communication from Mr Gidwani and his team, and the advice from Mr Gidwani was reassuring. The surgery itself was carried out under local antiesthetic, and was completely painless and stress free. Mr Gidwani is friendly, approachable and clearly an excellent surgeon. I am happy to recommend him.
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Peer recommendations
Recommended by 6 doctors for:
6
Orthopaedic Surgery
Mr Pal Ramesh
Orthopaedic Surgery
24-04-2021
Great surgeon with excellent skills. Patients have a positive experience and i would have no hesitation to recommend friends and family.
For specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery
For conditions: Osteoarthritis, Arthritis (Hand)
For procedures: Video Consultation, Joint Fusion (Wrist), Wrist Arthroscopy
Connection: Is a colleague
Sam has always looked after my patients with hand and wrist injuries very well and is a highly regarded colleague.
For specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery
Connection: Is a colleague
Mr Sam Singh
Orthopaedic Surgery
29-09-2017
Sam G is an excellent hand surgeon who has a good bedside manner. He is a caring doctor.
For specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery
Connection: Is a colleague
Sam is a great colleague, with whom I discuss and share complex hand and wrist problems. His practice is exclusively in this field.
For specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery
For conditions: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Hand Pain, Hand Deformities, Hand Problems, Arthritis (Wrist), Dupuytren’s Contracture, Arthritis (Hand), Mallet Finger, Trigger Finger
For procedures: Ganglion Cyst Removal, Joint Fusion (Wrist), Wrist Arthroscopy, Finger Joint Replacement, Rheumatoid Hand Surgery, Carpal Tunnel Decompression, Tendon Repair (Hand), Joint Fusion (Hand)
Connection: Is a colleague
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