Mr P Sathyamoorthy

Qualifications

MBBS, FRCS (Glasgow), MCH (Ortho-Liverpool), FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics)

GMC number: 4481515

Practising since: 1991

Specialties

Orthopaedic surgery

Sub-specialties: Hand and Wrist Surgery, Elbow and Shoulder surgery

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About

Mr P. Sathyamoorthy is an experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with specialist expertise in shoulder, elbow and hand conditions, offering advanced surgical and non‑surgical treatments for upper‑limb disorders. He completed higher surgical training at the Mersey Deanery in Liverpool, gaining Specialist Registration in Trauma and Orthopaedics in 2006, followed by a dedicated Shoulder and Upper Limb Fellowship at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital. He also holds a Master’s degree in Orthopaedics from the University of Liverpool and has been a full‑time NHS Consultant since 2008.His practice covers the full spectrum of upper‑limb pathology, including rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability, arthritis, elbow injuries, hand nerve entrapment, and sports‑related injuries. He is trained in both open and minimally invasive (arthroscopic) techniques, providing modern, evidence‑based care tailored to each patient’s needs.


Areas of Clinical Expertise

  • Shoulder surgery, including rotator cuff repair, stabilisation and decompression
  • Shoulder arthritis and joint replacement, including reverse shoulder replacement
  • Elbow surgery, including trauma and degenerative conditions
  • Hand surgery, including carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, ganglions, tendinitis and trigger finger
  • Sports injuries affecting the shoulder, elbow and hand
  • Arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery for shoulder and elbow conditions
  • Nerve entrapment assessment and treatment
  • Industrial and workplace‑related upper‑limb injuries.

Approach to Patient Care

Mr Sathyamoorthy is committed to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care. He focuses on:
  • Clear diagnosis and explanation
  • Evidence‑based treatment options
  • Minimally invasive techniques where appropriate
  • Restoring function, mobility and quality of life

His experience in trauma, sports injuries and complex upper‑limb surgery ensures comprehensive care for both acute and chronic conditions.

Personal Interests

Outside his clinical work, he enjoys reading, walking, travelling and golf, maintaining a balanced and active lifestyle.

Treatments and tests offered by Mr P Sathyamoorthy at Nuffield Health

  • Shoulder surgery (rotator cuff repair)
  • Hemiarthroplasty
  • Shoulder manipulation
  • Joint resurfacing
  • Shoulder stabilisation
  • Shoulder decompression - keyhole surgery
  • Manipulation under anaesthesia (MUA)
  • Hand surgery
  • Shoulder replacement
  • Elbow surgery
  • Trapeziectomy
  • Dupuytren's fasciectomy
  • Tennis elbow release

Locations Mr P Sathyamoorthy works with

Related experience

Research

Mr.Sathyamoorthy has been a research fellow at the Liverpool university and was heavily involved in Orthopedic research during his training days. He has continued his interest in research and audits  

The following are examples of some of his publications:

Gelatinase  MMPs  in  Aseptic  Loosening  of  Shoulder  Prostheses

P.Sathyamoorthy , M.M.Roebuck , I.Trail , T.R.Helliwell , S.P.Frostick

Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery[Br] Suppl 1,185-b, page-7

Development and Validation of an Elbow Score

Sathyamoorthy P, Kemp GJ, Rawal A, Rayner V, Frostick SP.

Rheumatology (Oxford). 43(11):1434-40.

J Pediatr Orthop ; 37(5):e321-e325.

Wrist Arthroscopy in Children and Adolescent With Chronic Wrist Pain: Arthroscopic Findings Compared With MRI

Ashok L Ramavath , P N Unnikrishnan, Harvey L George, Paramasivam Sathyamoorthy, Colin E Bruce

Other posts held

  • Consultant in Trauma and Orthopaedics
  • Upper Limb surgery Shoulder, Elbow and Hand

Insurers Mr P Sathyamoorthy works with

Mr P Sathyamoorthy works with the following private medical insurance providers:

  • Aviva Health
  • AXA Health
  • AXA - Global Healthcare
  • Bupa
  • Bupa On Demand
  • CS Healthcare
  • The Exeter
  • Vitality Health (Pru Health)

Declaration

Mr P Sathyamoorthy does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.

Mr P Sathyamoorthy does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.

Mr P Sathyamoorthy does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.