MR IVOR VANHEGAN

Joint Replacement Specialist Wessex & London

Hip and knee specialist helping patients return to an active, pain-free life. With practices in Salisbury and London Harley Street, Mr Ivor Vanhegan offers comprehensive clinical assessments and evidence-led advice.  Treating a wide range of conditions, he is one of only a few qualified experts in hip preservation, with a focus on faster recovery.  Face-to-face, video, or telephone consultations available.

Meet Ivor Vanhegan MD

  • BSc (Hons), MBBS, FRCS (Tr & Orth), MD (Res)
  • Clinical Lead, Hip Fracture Service, Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
  • Surgical Tutor to the Royal College of Surgeons
Mr Vanhegan’s focus is on helping patients move without pain – whether that means managing an early problem, preserving a joint, or getting the best possible outcome from surgery. He brings breadth and specialist expertise to every consultation, and takes time to explain options clearly, to help you make the right decision without pressure.
 

His academic training and surgical experience span the UK’s leading centres including Oxford, the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Stanmore, and international fellowships. He maintains excellent outcomes on the National Joint Registry, holds an MD in hip replacement design, and regularly contributes to research and education in the field.

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SPECIALIST CARE

Common Hip & Knee Procedures

Mr Vanhegan treats a full range of hip and knee conditions, from early joint pain to complex revision surgery. In his NHS role, he is Clinical Lead for the Hip Fracture Service at Salisbury hospital, one of the highest-performing units nationally. 

Hip Replacement

Replacement of damaged hip joint surfaces with artificial components to relieve pain, restore movement, and improve daily function, and long term mobility for patients safely.

Knee Arthroscopy

A keyhole procedure used to investigate and manage internal knee problems like cartilage or meniscal damage, to reduce symptoms and support a quicker return to movement.

Hip Arthroscopy

Minimally invasive keyhole surgery using a camera and instruments to diagnose and treat hip problems, improving pain, movement, recovery time, and for joint function safely.

Hip Osteotomy

Surgical realignment of hip or femoral bone to correct deformity, redistribute joint load, reduce pain, and delay arthritis progression in selected patients where appropriate cases.

Post-traumatic Reconstruction

Surgical reconstruction of the hip following injury, restoring anatomy, stability, and function after fractures or soft tissue damage to improve mobility and reduce pain.

Acute Injury Management

Early assessment and treatment of hip injuries, focusing on pain control, imaging, stabilisation, and timely decisions to optimise recovery and reduce complications.

Revision Joint Replacement

Repeat surgery to replace or repair a failed joint replacement, addressing loosening, wear, infection, or instability, to restore function and relieve pain safely effectively again.

Knee Replacement

Replacement of worn or damaged knee joint surfaces with artificial components to relieve pain, improve alignment and stability, and restore long term function and mobility.

CLINICAL EXCELLENCE

Patient First Focus 

As a competitive rower and cyclist, Mr Vanhegan understands the importance of relying on your body to perform reliably and stay pain free in both everyday activity and physical demands.

Staying Active

Whether you’re a competitive athlete, weekend sportsperson, or simply someone who refuses to slow down, Mr Vanhegan specialises in keeping active patients moving. 

From hip preservation surgery that protects your natural joint, to sports injury management and rapid-recovery joint replacement, his focus is on getting you back to full function and performing.

Staying Independent

For patients facing joint replacement or managing long-term hip and knee problems, the priority is often different: independence, comfort, and confidence in everyday movement. 

Mr Vanhegan’s enhanced recovery approach means shorter hospital stays and faster return to normal life, while his experience in complex and revision surgery offers reassurance when previous treatment hasn’t worked.

Joint-preserving treatments considered first

Surgery only when it is the correct option     

Focus on recovery, function and durability    

Decisions made together, without pressure   

Taking Better Care of You

Every patient is different. Mr Vanhegan takes time to understand your symptoms, lifestyle, and goals before recommending a treatment plan tailored to you. Surgery is only recommended when it’s the right option – joint-preserving treatments are always considered first.

With an MD in hip replacement design and publications in leading journals, every recommendation is grounded in the latest technology and latest evidence, not habit or outdated techniques.

FEATURED COVERAGE

Ivor In The Media

Mr Vanhegan was recently featured in The Telegraph’s Healthcare Supplement as one of the country’s leading hip surgeons.

TESTIMONIALS

What Patients Say

Patients consistently comment on Mr Vanhegan’s professionalism, clarity, and the care they receive throughout treatment.

I was under the care of Mr Vanhegan for both my knee replacements. I would recommend him 100%. He is a lovely man who always put me at ease and listened to any concerns I had. Both operations were straight forward and the care I received at New Hall Hospital was excellent. I am so happy with the results and am now pain free and enjoying life.

Mrs LL

The team at New Hall Hospital have been extremely helpful in my time of need. A deteriorating knee joint required urgent surgery to correct. My first appointment with Mr Vanhegan was a very short time after my application to New Hall and the pros and cons of the procedure were fully explained to both myself and my wife. My overnight stay in hospital was well managed and all involved were kind and considerate and business like. I would not hesitate (and haven’t) to commend New Hall and Mr Vanhegan’s team for similar surgery. Thank you

Mr RB

I have had 2 hip replacements carried out by Mr, Vanhegan. I was lucky to be able to return home on the same day as the surgery on both occasions. Throughout the process, Mr. Vanhegan was an exceptionally caring and effective communicator, putting me at my ease about what was involved. Mr. Vanhegan’s surgical skill transformed my life. He is not only a skilled surgeon, but a friendly and understanding doctor. I am eternally grateful to him for how he has given me the freedom to enjoy these later years of my life.

Mrs VDR

My experience under the care of Mr. Vanhegan and his team was nothing short of exemplary. All my concerns and fears were listened to and addressed and I was given all the information I could possibly need. Both Mr. Vanhegan and the anaesthetist visited me on the ward at the end of the day and the care I received on the ward was second to none. I would like to thank everyone involved in my pre and post care for making me feel like a priority. I have recovered remarkably quickly, am completely pain free and was able to walk my dogs 6 miles a day at just 4 weeks.

I’m not in the slightest bit anxious about having my other hip replacement now, as long as Mr. Vanhegan is in the driving seat.

Mrs LH

Practice Locations

Mr Vanhegan offers face-to-face appointments in Salisbury and London, as well as consultations via telephone and video calls. 

Salisbury Practice

New Hall Hospital
Bodenham
Salisbury
SP5 4EW

London Practice

UME Health
17 Harley Street
London
W1G 9QH

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