Business Details
28 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Orthopaedic Surgery for Hands & Elbows
Established in 1998, J J Southgate is led by Mr Jeremy J Southgate MBBS FRCS (Orth) EDHS, a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with over three decades of experience. Specialising in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery alongside trauma care, our practice combines extensive clinical expertise with a commitment to patient-centred treatment. Mr Southgate qualified in 1986 after training at The London Hospital Medical College, later completing advanced fellowship training in Australia. His career includes significant contributions to surgical education and research, with presentations at international conferences. We operate across leading private hospitals in Dorset, including BMI Harbour Hospital Poole and Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital, while maintaining NHS affiliations.Our approach prioritises clear communication, evidence-based alternatives to surgery, and comprehensive post-operative care. With memberships in the Royal College of Surgeons of England and the British Society for Surgery of the Hand, we uphold the highest professional standards. Patients benefit from flexible appointment scheduling, including evenings, and seamless coordination with GPs and health insurers. Our focus remains on delivering precise diagnoses, tailored treatment plans, and outcomes that restore function and mobility.
Services
Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Ganglion Removal
Trigger Finger Release
Arthritis Management
Sports Injury Repair
Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injections
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of orthopaedic surgery expertise
- Our surgeon completed advanced fellowship training in Australia
- We provide evening appointments for patient convenience
- Our practice maintains NHS and private hospital affiliations
- We coordinate directly with GPs and insurers for seamless care
What people say
Expert diagnosis
Clear explanations
Successful outcomes
Compassionate care
Timely treatment
Services
Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Specialist treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome through minimally invasive techniques. Our approach reduces recovery time while restoring hand function. Patients receive pre-operative assessments, including same-day diagnostic scans where possible. Post-operative care includes physiotherapy coordination to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Comprehensive management of Dupuytren's disease using both surgical and non-surgical interventions. We offer collagenase injections and fasciectomy procedures tailored to disease severity. Treatment plans incorporate hand therapy referrals to maintain mobility and prevent recurrence.
Sports Injury Repair
Diagnosis and surgical repair of sports-related hand and elbow injuries. Services include ligament reconstruction, fracture fixation, and tendon repair. We coordinate with physiotherapists to develop rehabilitation programmes that enable return to athletic activities.
Arthritis Management
Multidisciplinary approach to treating hand and wrist arthritis. Options include joint injections, splinting, and surgical interventions like arthroplasty. We focus on pain reduction and preserving joint function through personalised treatment strategies.
Trigger Finger Release
Day-case procedure to treat stenosing tenosynovitis under local anaesthesia. The surgery releases tendon constriction to restore smooth finger movement. Post-operative care includes immediate mobilisation exercises to prevent stiffness.
People
Jeremy J Southgate
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
MBBS FRCS (Orth) EDHS qualified in 1986 after training at The London Hospital Medical College. Completed Australian hand surgery fellowship. NHS consultant since 1998. Published researcher and regular lecturer on surgical training programmes.
Questions
What areas do you specialise in?
I specialise in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery alongside trauma management. This includes conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, Dupuytren's contracture, and sports injuries.
Where are your private clinics located?
Private consultations occur at BMI Harbour Hospital Poole, Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital, and affiliated Dorset medical centres.
Do you accept NHS patients?
Yes, I treat NHS patients at Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Poole Hospital, and Victoria Hospital Wimborne.
What surgical techniques do you use?
I employ minimally invasive techniques where possible, including endoscopic procedures, alongside traditional open surgeries tailored to individual patient needs.
How are post-operative complications managed?
All potential complications are discussed pre-operatively. Follow-up care includes suture removal, dressing changes, and physiotherapy referrals to address any post-surgical concerns.
Can I get same-day diagnostic tests?
X-rays and ultrasound scans are often available on the same day as consultation, though MRI or CT scans require separate appointments.
