Testimonials
Richard’s meniscal transplant + revision ACL reconstruction
Meniscal transplantation + revision ACL reconstruction
I had a semi-successful ACL graft performed when I was 17, following a rugby accident in Abu Dhabi. After several smaller issues and degradation of the ACL and meniscus over 15 years, I was put in touch with Mr Ian McDermott about the possibility of grafting a new ACL and a new meniscus. The operation... Continue reading
7th December 2018
Fiona’s Custom-Made Knee Replacement
Custom-Made Knee Replacement
Dear Ian, When I saw you four weeks ago [@ 2 weeks post-op] you issued what felt like a challenge: stairs in 6 weeks! Well, here is evidence of stairs at 5 weeks!! I am on the local bird reserve and using hand rails because it was slippy, but very pleased with progress and thought you... Continue reading
17th November 2018
Stewart 1-year after his Conformis knee replacement
Custom-Made Knee Replacement
Hi Ian, I trust all is well with you and your fine team. It’s been a year since my new knee “went in” and I thought that you might enjoy this snap of us in Spain walking the Camino. Muscles around the knee still uncomfortable but doing pretty much everything we enjoy. All the best,... Continue reading
2nd December 2018
Knee arthroscopy for a meniscal tear
Knee Arthroscopy for meniscal tear
Afternoon Mr McDermott I was just reflecting on the last couple of months and wanted to drop you an email to both on my sincere thanks to you and all the team at Old Broad Street but also at the London Bridge Hospital for the excellent care I have received. You may recall my first... Continue reading
17th November 2018
Julie’s custom-made knee replacement at just 6 weeks post-op!
Custom-made knee replacement
My name is Julie, I am a 58 year old retired P.E. teacher. My knee problem started following a broken patella when I was in my 20’s. Closely followed by a septic arthritis in the joint damaging all the internal surfaces. I have struggled with pain, swelling, stiffness and decreased ability to straighten and bend... Continue reading
12th August 2018
Knee arthroscopy for meniscal tear
Knee arthroscopy for meniscal tear
Hi Ian, I am pleased to say that both my knees are doing extremely well and I have had no pain from them since recovering from the arthroscopy. Last year, I was part of a team who completed a challenging sponsored trek through the Southern Highlands of Iceland, which involved crossing lava and snow fields,... Continue reading
2nd May 2018
Dancers’ Knees
Dancers' Knees
The level of care that Ian provides to all his patients is unparalleled. The communication with both patients and practitioners is exemplary. He always finds time to answer questions honestly and clearly, and his attention to detail, when performing surgery is brilliant. I entrust all my patients with knee problems into his care, he is... Continue reading
22nd April 2018
ACL reconstruction
Amanda's ACL reconstruction
Hi Ian, I wanted to let you know that following the ACL reconstruction you did on my knee 2 years ago, I’m just returning from my last week skiing of the season. I skied tentatively for the first time in January and then carefully in February, and have just stepped off the mountain having skied... Continue reading
2nd April 2018
Robbie Legg
ACL reconstruction
I just wanted to drop you a line to say thank you so much for the fantastic help and advice and also amazingly efficient and helpful way in which we were dealt with whilst sorting the whole consultation through to operation for Robbie’s ACL repair. It isn’t often these days that you feel someone is... Continue reading
21st March 2018
David’s custom-made knee replacement
Custom-made knee replacement
Dear Ian On 14th March 2017 I had my left knee replaced — what a difference. When I met you at the London Sports Orthopaedics Clinic you made me feel comfortable and your experience and knowledge provided me with the confidence I needed. You told me what I should be expecting from a total knee... Continue reading
7th March 2018
Mr D.A.
Outpatient Consultation
Your consultation as well as the letter were most comprehensive and helpful. It is clear why you are considered as one of the best specialists in this area. To compare your work with that of Mr XXXX at the Spire Roading Hospital is like making a comparison between day and night. There, my consultant identified an... Continue reading
2/3/18
Pamela’s custom-made knee replacement
ConforMIS custom-made knee replacement
Dear Mr McDermott, I can’t thank you enough for your patience and understanding to finally get me there. My case was not straightforward, in that I had an underlying problem with ongoing sinus infections, unfortunately resulting in 2 cancellations. We then had to include a microbiologist from London Bridge Hospital and he gave us both the confidence... Continue reading
19th February 2018
Maria Cadman
Custom-made knee replacement
Dear Ian, The end of November marked my 6-month anniversary since I had my knee operation, and I knew it was time for me to say thank you properly for everything you have done to make me feel like a new person. I can’t believe how lucky I have been! I am so pleased that... Continue reading
19/12/17
Milica
ACL GRAFT CHOICES
I was unlucky enough to tear my ACL and meniscus twice; once on each knee, six years apart. Without being presented with alternative options after the first accident, my first graft was taken from my hamstring. I remember going to my first post-op physio session and not being able to lift my leg up off... Continue reading
December 2017
Helen Willing
Partial Knee Replacement
Dear Ian, I thought you might like this photo !!! This is me 16 months on from a partial conformis knee. I completed a 455 km London to Paris charity ride for Great Ormond Street Hospital at the weekend !! The ride was over a four day period and not only did I complete it... Continue reading
July 2017
Anne Haden
Partial Knee Replacement
As a botanist I get out into the countryside to look for rare and interesting plants and to monitor sites where special plants grow. Some plants grow in bogs, or down cliffs, or up steep rocky hills. The terrain can be bumpy and walking difficult in many areas. When my left knee started to give... Continue reading
July 2017
Stephen Card
Patellofemoral Arthroplasty
I was referred to Ian McDermott after my fourth arthroscopy on my right knee, all of which had provided temporary relief at best and, at worst, been a waste of time. I was fully expecting him to advise that I would have two choices; A) a full knee replacement, or B) wait until your knee is bad... Continue reading
July 2017
Louise Ayling
MENISCAL ALLOGRAFT TRANSPLANTATION + REVISION ACL RECONSTRUCTION
Having had an ACL reconstruction on my left knee 9 years ago, I encountered further problems when my knee began to give way, causing damage to my meniscus. My ACL graft had stretched and was no longer functioning. Consequently, during a physio session, my knee gave way causing a bucket handle tear in my meniscus,... Continue reading
August 2015