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Mr Nicholas Howard is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in hip and knee arthroplasty and soft tissue/arthroscopic knee surgery. He is based at Mersey West Lancashire NHS Trust and brings a wealth of experience in lower limb surgery to his private practice.
Mr Howard completed his orthopaedic surgical training in the Mersey region, followed by a prestigious Lower Limb Arthroplasty and Knee Fellowship in Australia from 2019 to 2020. Since returning to the UK, he has been delivering expert care in both elective and trauma orthopaedics, with a focus on restoring mobility and improving quality of life for his patients.
Mr Howard is known for his patient-centred approach, combining clinical excellence with clear communication to ensure patients feel informed and confident throughout their treatment journey.
Fairfield Independent Hospital, Crank Road, Crank, St. Helens, WA11 7RS
Our private hospital offers treatments and services for those who live in St Helens, Merseyside and the Northwest
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You can either book an consultation via the online booking process, fill in the enquiry form, or give us a call at 0808 101 0337.
Find out how much private healthcare costs and how these prices break down.
Whether you have your own private medical insurance policy or are covered through your employer, we'll guide you through how to make a claim for treatment at a Circle Hospital.
The number one benefit of private healthcare for most people is that you'll experience a shorter waiting time for treatment. We don't have long waiting lists, and in general you'll simply get treatment as and when you need it.
As a private patient, you shouldn't experience long waits between appointments. We can usually offer you an initial consultation within days of you getting in touch, and we'll book you in for the treatments you need on a date and time that suits you.
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