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Mr Duncan Avis

Mr Duncan Avis

Mr Duncan Avis

Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon

MBChB, MSc, FRCS (Trauma & Orth)

Mr Duncan Avis

Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon MBChB, MSc, FRCS (Tr & Orth)

Qualifications

  • MBChB (Hons): University of Bristol Medical School (2004)

  • MSc in Trauma Surgery

  • FRCS (Tr & Orth): Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons

  • British Diploma in Hand Surgery

 

Professional Memberships

  • BOA: British Orthopaedic Association

  • BSSH: British Society for Surgery of the Hand (Associate Member)

  • GMC: General Medical Council Specialist Register

 

Specialises In:

  • Hand & Wrist Surgery
  • Elbow Surgery & Total Joint Replacement
  • Arthritis Management (Hand and Wrist)
  • Nerve Surgery (Carpal Tunnel / Ulnar Nerve)
  • Complex Trauma Care
  • Dupuytren’s Disease Treatments

 

About Mr. Duncan Avis

Mr Duncan Avis is a highly experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialist interest in Hand and Upper Limb Surgery. He graduated with Honours from the University of Bristol Medical School in 2004 and completed an MSc in Trauma Surgery. He subsequently undertook a prestigious British Society for Surgery of the Hand (BSSH) Fellowship at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in Birmingham, following the award of the FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics).

He is one of a small number of hand surgeons to hold the British Diploma in Hand Surgery. His clinical interests include all aspects of hand and upper limb surgery, including elbow and shoulder surgery, with a particular focus on hand and wrist joint replacement, including thumb base and finger joint replacements for arthritis.

He maintains a busy elective practice, participates in the on-call trauma service, and is actively involved in teaching and research. He is a member of the British Orthopaedic Association and an Associate Member of the BSSH.

 

Clinical Expertise & Interests

Mr Avis has developed a reputation for excellence in upper limb surgery, with a particular focus on:

  • Joint Replacement: Specialist interest in joint replacement surgery for arthritis of the hand and wrist.

  • Soft Tissue & Tendons: Expert management of Dupuytren’s disease (injections and surgery), trigger finger, and tendon repairs.

  • Nerve Decompression: Advanced techniques for carpal tunnel syndrome and ulnar nerve release.

  • Arthroscopic Surgery: Minimally invasive wrist arthroscopy for diagnostics and treatment.

  • Elbow Specialist: Comprehensive elbow care including total elbow replacement and ganglion/cyst removal.

Why Choose Mr. Duncan Avis?

  • Internationally Recognized: He teaches hand and wrist replacement techniques to surgeons globally.
  • Highly Qualified: Awarded the prestigious BSSH Fellowship at Queen Elizabeth and Royal Orthopaedic Hospitals.
  • Leadership Experience: Former Clinical Director for Orthopaedics, demonstrating a commitment to clinical excellence and safety.
  • Academic Excellence: Actively involved in orthopedic research and teaching both in the UK and overseas.

Appointments and Availability

Mr. Duncan Avis is available for consultations at Medicana Winchester Clinic. Whether you require treatment for a long-term condition like arthritis or urgent care for an upper limb injury, Mr. Avis provides tailored, expert care.

  • Phone: +44 1962 587821
  • Email: referrals.winchester@medicana.co.uk
  • Location: Medicana Winchester Clinic, Hampshire

 

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