Mr A Roger Wade

Qualifications

MD, FRCS (Tr & Orth)

GMC number: 3667062

Practising since: 1992

Specialties

Orthopaedic surgery

Sub-specialties: Knee surgery, Shoulder surgery

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About

Mr A. Roger Wade is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon who specialises in knee and shoulder problems, with expertise in keyhole (arthroscopic) surgery. He has more than 20 years of experience and treats a wide range of conditions, including sports injuries and age‑related joint issues.

He sees private patients at Nuffield Health North Staffordshire Hospital and also works in the NHS at University Hospitals of North Midlands. His main areas of practice include keyhole surgery for knee and shoulder conditions, knee replacement surgery, and the treatment of complex injuries involving ligaments, tendons, and cartilage. He carries out a high number of knee replacements each year and uses enhanced recovery methods to help patients get back to normal activities more quickly, with outcomes tracked on the national joint registry.

Mr Wade holds an MD from Keele University and completed his surgical training at the University of Liverpool and the Royal College of Surgeons. He is a member of both the Royal College of Surgeons and the British Orthopaedic Association. His academic background and ongoing professional training ensure his patients benefit from up‑to‑date surgical techniques and evidence-based care.

Mr Wade works closely with a wide team of specialists, including physiotherapists, to provide thorough and effective treatment aimed at improving recovery, restoring mobility, and helping patients return to their normal activities.

Advanced Surgical Techniques & Patient-Centred Care

Mr Wade uses modern surgical techniques to minimise tissue damage, reduce post-operative pain, and promote quicker recovery. His approach is tailored to each patient, whether they are returning to elite sport, maintaining an active lifestyle, or managing age-related joint conditions.

Special interests

Mr Wade’s practice focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of knee and shoulder conditions, including:

  • Arthroscopic knee surgery
  • Arthroscopic shoulder surgery
  • Knee replacement surgery (partial and total)
  • Sports injuries of the knee and shoulder
  • Ligament injuries
  • Tendon injuries and ruptures
  • Cartilage damage and meniscal tears
  • Degenerative joint disease and osteoarthritis
  • Complex knee and shoulder instability
  • Rapid rehabilitation post-surgery 
  • Recovery to return to sporting activities
  • Enhanced recover post Total Knee Replacements


Other interests

Mr Wade is involved in the care of the Local Football and Rugby clubs. 

Personal interests

Flying, Motorbikes, sailing and mountaineer. 

Treatments and tests offered by Mr A Roger Wade at Nuffield Health

  • Shoulder surgery (rotator cuff repair)
  • Knee replacement (Total knee replacement)
  • Revision knee replacement
  • Shoulder manipulation
  • Arthroscopy
  • Shoulder stabilisation
  • Chondroplasty
  • Knee arthroscopy (knee keyhole surgery)
  • PCL reconstruction
  • Meniscectomy for meniscus tear
  • Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction

Locations Mr A Roger Wade works with

Related experience

Research

Ongoing Research on the recovery of Post Arthroscopic Surgery.

Memberships

  • Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons
  • Member of the British Orthopaedic Association

Other posts held

  • Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, University Hospital of North Staffordshire NHS Trust.

Insurers Mr A Roger Wade works with

Mr A Roger Wade works with the following private medical insurance providers:

  • APRIL
  • Aviva Health
  • AXA Health
  • AXA - Global Healthcare
  • Benenden Health
  • Bupa
  • Bupa On Demand
  • Childsure
  • CS Healthcare
  • The Exeter
  • ESMI
  • Freedom Health
  • Health-on-Line
  • InterGlobal
  • Medical Care Direct
  • PHC
  • SecureHealth
  • Universal Provident
  • Vitality Health (Pru Health)
  • Westfield Health WPA
  • Simplyhealth

Declaration

Mr A Roger Wade does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.

Mr A Roger Wade does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.

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

Advanced Surgical Techniques & Patient-Centred Care

Mr Wade uses modern surgical techniques to minimise tissue damage, reduce post-operative pain, and promote quicker recovery. His approach is tailored to each patient, whether they are returning to elite sport, maintaining an active lifestyle, or managing age-related joint conditions.