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Mr. David Milligan — Consultant Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon.
Dual fellowship-trained. Practising at the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust and Kingsbridge Private Hospital.

Mr. David Milligan, Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Mr. David Milligan
Consultant Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon
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South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust Kingsbridge Private Hospital Dual Fellowship Trained — Christchurch & Northumbria GMC 7406390

Professional profile

Mr David Milligan

Consultant Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon · Belfast

Specialising in hip and knee conditions, including primary and revision joint replacement. Dual fellowship-trained, with NHS and private practice.

NHS

South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust

Private practice

Kingsbridge Private Hospital
801–815 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7GX

Special interests

Hip & knee arthroplasty
Revision surgery · Osteoarthritis

Fellowships

Christchurch, New Zealand
Northumbria NHS Trust — revision

GMC 7406390 · Specialist Register

Self-referral welcome 028 9066 7878

How I can help

I specialise in conditions that affect the hip and knee, with a particular focus on helping people who want to stay active and independent.

Hip Arthritis

Pain, stiffness and reduced mobility. When to consider specialist input and what the realistic options are.

Knee Arthritis

Understanding your symptoms and the realistic pathways forward, including joint preservation where appropriate.

Hip Replacement

Primary hip replacement for advanced arthritis. What modern surgery involves and what recovery looks like.

Knee Replacement

Primary and partial knee replacement. Matching the right procedure to the right patient.

Revision Surgery

When a previous hip or knee replacement needs addressing. Careful assessment and planning.

Lower Limb Trauma

Fractures, sports injuries and soft tissue problems affecting the hip, knee and leg.

My approach

Evidence informs everything I do — from implant choice to recovery protocols — drawing on national joint registry data and published outcomes.

Every patient is different. I take time to understand your goals, lifestyle and concerns before recommending any course of action.

Clear communication matters. I use imaging and plain language so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

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Independent patient reviews

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Latest insights

Evidence-based notes on joint health and recovery

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Recovery · 7 min

When is the right time for a hip replacement?

There is no single moment. For most people it is a gradual weighing of current quality of life against the demands and risks of surgery.

14 May 2026
Outcomes · 6 min

How long do modern knee replacements last?

National Joint Registry data shows that over 80% of primary knee replacements are still functioning well at 20 years.

2 May 2026
Planning · 5 min

Understanding your hip X-ray report

A plain English guide to the terms you will see and what they actually mean for you.

18 April 2026

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Whether you have been referred by your GP, are considering private care, or simply want clearer information.

I am happy to help you understand your options — without pressure and without hurry.

Private consultation

Self-referral welcome at Kingsbridge Private Hospital. No GP referral required.

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NHS pathway

Discuss a referral with your GP to the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust.

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