Mr Jibu John Joseph
Qualifications
MBChB (comm), BSc Med Sci (Hon), FRCS (Tr&Orth)
GMC number: 6101233
Practising since: 2004
Specialties
Orthopaedic surgery
Sub-specialties: Hip surgery, Knee surgery
Consultation times
- Friday afternoon
- Flexibly available for additional clinic review weekdays during daytime and evening, or weekends during daytime on adhoc basis following patient request and confirmation by Mr Joseph
- Overview
About
Mr Jibu Joseph is an award‑winning, fellowship‑trained Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Glasgow, specialising in hip and knee joint replacement surgery, including complex primary procedures, revision hip replacements, and advanced orthopaedic trauma care. He is recognised for his expertise in modern surgical techniques, robotic‑assisted joint replacement, and innovative biological treatments for arthritis.
Expertise in hip & knee surgery
Patients seeking specialist care for hip or knee pain, arthritis, or joint degeneration can benefit from Mr Joseph’s extensive experience in:
- Total Hip Replacement (cemented and uncemented)
- Revision (redo) Hip Replacement
- Total Knee Replacement (including complex primary cases)
- Partial / Unicompartmental Knee Replacement
- Robotic‑Assisted Hip & Knee Replacement Surgery
- nSTRIDE® Autologous Protein Solution (APS) for mild‑to‑moderate knee arthritis
- Arthroscopy
- Management of complex orthopaedic trauma
Mr Joseph introduced nSTRIDE® APS to Scotland in 2021, available exclusively at Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital, offering patients a cutting‑edge non‑surgical option for knee arthritis.
Training, Qualifications & Awards
Mr Joseph graduated from the University of Glasgow with commendation (MB ChB) and completed an Honours degree in Sports Medicine (BSc.Med.Sci). He undertook both basic and higher surgical training in Trauma & Orthopaedics in the West of Scotland.
Key achievements include:
- Arthur Edward Burton Memorial Award for the highest mark in the FRCS (Part I) examination
- Awarded FRCS (Tr & Orth) in 2013
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
He completed prestigious fellowships in:
- Complex hip and knee arthroplasty – Wirral University Teaching Hospital
- Complex trauma – University Hospital Coventry & Warwick Major Trauma Centre
- Travelling fellowship – Tygerberg Hospital, University of Stellenbosch, Cape Town
- Supported by awards from RCPSG and the West of Scotland Orthopaedic Research Society
Current NHS Practice
Mr Joseph has been an NHS Consultant since 2015, initially at the Royal Alexandra Hospital and now at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow. His elective practice is dedicated exclusively to hip and knee surgery, ensuring highly specialised, focused care.
He also runs dedicated complex trauma operating lists, treating high‑energy injuries and complex fractures.
Patient‑centred approach
Mr Joseph is committed to delivering individualised, evidence‑based care, combining established surgical principles with the latest advancements in orthopaedic technology. His approach prioritises:
- Clear communication
- Shared decision‑making
- Minimally invasive and precision‑based techniques where appropriate
- Enhanced recovery and rehabilitation pathways
Treatments Offered at Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital
- Total Knee Replacement
- Partial knee replacement
- Total Hip Replacement (cemented & uncemented)
- Revision Hip Replacement
- Robotic‑assisted hip replacement
- Robotic-assisted Knee replacement
- nSTRIDE® Autologous Protein Solution (APS)
- Hip arthroscopy
- Knee arthroscopy
Please note: Mr Joseph does not see patients under 16 years old.
Special interests
- Hip Arthroplasty
- Revision Hip Arthroplasty
- Unicompartmental (Partial) Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Replacement
- Complex Trauma
- Pre‑operative Optimisation
- Post‑operative Rehabilitation
Other interests
Complex trauma,
pre-operative optimisation, post-operative rehabilitation.
Personal interests
Outside of medicine, Mr Joseph enjoys sport and exercise, food, and movies.
Treatments and tests offered by Mr Jibu John Joseph at Nuffield Health
- Knee replacement (Total knee replacement)
- nSTRIDE® Autologous Protein Solution (APS)
- Partial knee replacement
- Arthroscopy
- Robotic-assisted hip replacement
- Hip revision
- Hip replacement
Locations Mr Jibu John Joseph works with
Related experience
Research
Use of negative pressure dressings in high risk patients undergoing hip and knee arthroplasty. Use of dual mobility bearings in revision hip replacements.
Memberships
- British Orthopaedic Association (BOA)
- British Hip Society (BHS)
- Orthopaedic Trauma Society (OTS)
- European Society for Trauma and Emergency Surgery (ESTES)
- AO Foundation
Other posts held
- Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Glasgow, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Insurers Mr Jibu John Joseph works with
Mr Jibu John Joseph works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- Aviva Health
- Benenden Health
- Bupa
- Bupa On Demand
- The Exeter
- Health-on-Line
- HealthFund
- PHC
- SecureHealth
- Simplyhealth
- Universal Provident
- Vitality Health (Pru Health)
- Westfield Health WPA
Declaration
Mr Jibu John Joseph does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Mr Jibu John Joseph does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.
Mr Jibu John Joseph does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.