Mr Alex Reid
Qualifications
BA (Hons), BM, BChir, MA (Cantab), FRCS (Plas), MFSTEd, Dip Hand Surg (Br), FEBHS
GMC number: 6151476
Practising since: 2006
Specialties
Plastic Surgery
Sub-specialties: Hand and Wrist Surgery
Consultation times
- Week 1 Thursday PM
- Week 2 Thursday AM
- Week 3 Wednesday AM
- Week 4 Thursday PM (virtual)
- Overview
About
Mr Alex Reid is a highly experienced consultant plastic and hand surgeon based in Cambridge, specialising in hand surgery, nerve injuries of the upper limb and skin surgery.
He provides expert care for adults, helping patients restore hand function, mobility and confidence after injuries, degenerative conditions, or skin concerns, drawing on his exceptional precision and dexterity to achieve the best outcomes in complex cases.
He treats a wide range of hand and wrist conditions, including carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, Dupuytren’s contracture, arthritis and tendon injuries.
He also provides advanced care for serious hand and upper limb trauma as part of the plastic and hand surgery team at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, assisting patients in recovering from complex injuries. In addition, Mr Reid specialises in skin and soft tissue surgery, managing moles, cysts, lipomas, warts and skin cancers, including basal cell carcinoma and other malignant lesions.
Mr Reid’s expertise has been recognised by national media outlets, including the BBC and ITV, reflecting his reputation for clinical excellence.
Alongside his clinical practice, he is actively involved in surgical education and research, serving as a by-Fellow and Tutor at Hughes Hall, Cambridge University, a former Honorary Lecturer at University College London, and a member of the Faculty of Surgical Trainers, Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh.
He has also received the Cambridge University Clinical School Excellent Teaching Award and is an approved tutor for the British Society for Surgery of the Hand (BSSH) and the University of Manchester Diploma in Hand Surgery, supporting the development of future hand surgeons.
Committed to patient-centered care, Mr Reid ensures that every patient receives personalised treatment tailored to their condition and goals. He sees adult patients for a broad range of hand, nerve, and skin conditions, providing expertise, compassion, and the latest surgical techniques in Cambridge and at Addenbrooke’s Hospital.
Find out more on Mr Reid's website.
Special interests
All aspects of hand and peripheral nerve surgery including:
- Dupuytren’s contracture
- Trigger digit
- Carpal tunnel syndrome and other peripheral nerve problems
- Reconstruction of tendons and nerves
- Arthritis including thumb joint replacement.
Skin surgery:
- Treatment of benign and malignant skin lesions
- Scar improvement.
Other interests
Within the NHS, Mr Reid regularly treats some of the most serious hand
trauma injuries and this includes the use of microsurgery to restore form and
function. His NHS practice also
includes all forms of skin cancer.
Personal interests
Mr Reid is a pianist and enjoys spending time with his family.
Treatments and tests offered by Mr Alex Reid at Nuffield Health
- Skin grafts for leg ulcers
- Mole removal
- Excisional biopsy
- Dermatological surgery
- Dupuytren's fasciectomy
- Excision of skin lesion
- Skin surgery
- Peripheral nerve surgery
- Carpal tunnel release
- Hand surgery
- Trigger Point Injections
- Skin cancer surgery
- Trapeziectomy
- Cubital tunnel release
Locations Mr Alex Reid works with
Related experience
Research
Mr Reid continues research at the forefront of innovations in plastic
surgery and hand surgery. He has published in many
medical journals and book chapters. In
2021, he was appointed an honorary lecturer at University College London.
Memberships
- Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons of England
- Fellow of European Board of Hand Surgery (FEBHS)
- Full Member of British Society for Surgery of the Hand (BSSH)
- Member of Faculty of Surgical Trainers (Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh)
- Prasis
- By-Fellow of Hughes Hall, Cambridge University
- British Medical Association
- General Medical Council
Other posts held
- Consultant in Plastic Surgery and Hand Surgeon, Cambridge University Hospitals.
Insurers Mr Alex Reid works with
Mr Alex Reid works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- WPA
- Bupa
- Cigna
- Tri-Care
- Healix
Declaration
Mr Alex Reid does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Mr Alex Reid does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.
Mr Alex Reid does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.