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Mr Richard Evans

Mr Richard Evans

Consultant Orthopaedics and Trauma

B.Med.Sci., BM, BS, MSc, FRCS, FRCS(Tr&Orth)

Specialises in

Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Labral Repair
Latarjet Procedure
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Frozen Shoulder/Capsulitis
Shoulder trauma
Ac Joint Stabilisation
Pec Major Repair
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Injections

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Conditions and Treatments

  • AC joint reconstruction
  • Pectoralis major tendon repair
  • Rotator cuff surgery
  • Shoulder arthroscopic debridement for osteoarthritis
  • Shoulder arthroscopic decompression
  • Shoulder arthroscopic release/Frozen shoulder surgery
  • Shoulder instability
  • Shoulder pain

Professional bio

Mr Richard Evans specialise in a holistic approach to shoulder problems with specific interest in the latest arthro-scopic techniques.

Growing up in Cardiff, Mr Evans attended University in Nottingham, returning to Wales for his surgical training. Mr Evans completed two Fellow-ships in Shoulder Surgery and Sports Injury in Sydney, Australia. This practice trained Mr Evans in the latest techniques in arthroscopic and minimally invasive surgery.

An active member of the British Elbow and Shoulder Society, Mr Evans regularly presents his latest research projects. He has been a consultant Trauma Surgeon in South Wales for approximately 20 years with a wealth of experience in the field. 

Mr Evans is an Honorary Surgeon to the Welsh Rugby Union, English Rugby Union, Cardiff Rugby, Scarlets, Ospreys, Dragons and the majority of English Rugby Premiership teams in the South of England. Plus Cardiff City Football and several cricket teams in the South of the UK.
 

Special Clinical Interests

Shoulder instability
Shoulder Impingement
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff
Frozen shoulder/Capsulitis
Clavicle fractures
AC Joint injury
Pec Major Tears
Shoulder Fractures
Sports Injury
Medicolegal

Qualifications

B.Med.Sci., BM, BS, MSc, FRCS, FRCS(Tr&Orth) - Nottingham University 

Year of first medical qualification: 1991

Professional Memberships

British Elbow and Shoulder Society 

Personal Profile

Away from work Mr Evans enjoys keeping himself fit and spending time with his wife and family.

Current NHS/Research Position

Consultant Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgeon, University Hospital Llandough, Cardiff and Vale.