Miss Caroline Cheadle

Miss Cheadle is a highly skilled Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of hand and wrist conditions.

She provides expert care through clinic assessment, screening, advanced procedures, and rehabilitation, helping patients recover function, reduce pain, and return to daily activities as quickly as possible.

Areas of expertise

Miss Cheadle specialises in:

• Hand and wrist orthopaedic surgery
• Trauma and elective procedures
• Minimally invasive surgery, including arthroscopy
• Joint preservation and reconstruction surgery
• Treatment of arthritis and ligament injuries

Her approach combines advanced surgical techniques, therapy, and rehabilitation planning to deliver the best possible outcomes.

Conditions diagnosed and treated

Miss Cheadle provides comprehensive clinical assessment, screening, and diagnosis for:

• Dupuytren’s contracture
• Scaphoid non-union (wrist fracture complications)
• Ligament injuries of the hand and wrist
• Basal thumb arthritis
• Small joint arthritis of the hand
• Post-traumatic arthritis and degeneration
• Acute fractures and complex hand injuries

Treatments and surgical procedures

Miss Cheadle performs a wide range of orthopaedic procedures and treatments, including:

• Dupuytren’s surgery (to release tight cords in the hand)
• Ligament reconstruction surgery
• Scaphoid surgery and fracture repair
• Trapeziectomy and joint replacement for thumb arthritis
• Wrist arthroscopy (keyhole surgery with a camera)
• Small joint fusion and joint replacement procedures
• Complex bone reconstruction and corrective surgery

Where required, she may use imaging and biopsy techniques to support accurate diagnosis and surgical planning.

Her focus is on minimally invasive procedures where possible, reducing recovery time and improving patient outcomes.

Clinical approach

Miss Cheadle provides:

• Clear explanations in plain English
• Detailed clinical assessment and diagnosis
• Personalised treatment and surgical plans
• Minimally invasive surgery where appropriate
• Structured rehabilitation and recovery support

She is committed to delivering patient-centred care, focusing on restoring function and reducing long-term complications.

Training and experience

Miss Cheadle qualified in medicine from the University of Leeds in 2009 and completed her postgraduate training in Yorkshire.

Her training pathway included:

• Basic medical and surgical training in Leeds
• Specialist orthopaedic training in the Yorkshire and Humber Deanery
• Focused sub-speciality training in hand and wrist surgery

She further advanced her expertise with a fellowship at the Pulvertaft Hand Unit in Derby, a world-renowned centre for hand surgery.

She now holds a Consultant position at Airedale Hospital.

Research and academic work

Miss Cheadle is actively involved in research and education. She has:

• Published scientific articles and book chapters
• Presented at national and international orthopaedic meetings
• Contributed to advancements in hand and wrist surgery, treatment techniques, and clinical outcomes

What patients can expect

Patients attending Miss Cheadle’s clinic can expect:

• Comprehensive clinical assessment and screening
• Accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plans
• Access to advanced surgical procedures and minimally invasive techniques
• Ongoing therapy and rehabilitation support
• A clear and supportive approach throughout treatment and recovery

Why choose Miss Cheadle?

Patients choose Miss Cheadle for:

• Specialist expertise in hand and wrist orthopaedic surgery
• Advanced skills in arthroscopy, joint replacement, and reconstruction procedures
• Experience in both trauma and elective surgery
• Training from a world-renowned hand surgery centre
• Commitment to high clinical standards and outcomes
• Friendly, thorough, and patient-focused care