Knee pain & swelling
Although common, the cause of this needs to be identified to allow Simon to give the best advice about treatment, often without surgery.
Knee arthritis
Treatment varies from painkillers, often injection, through to joint replacement. Simon is able to offer appropriate advice and management.
Meniscal tear
Meniscal tearing is common but does not always require surgery. Simon follows the up-to date evidence based guidelines for treatment.
ACL RUPTURE
Football, netball and skiing can cause ACL rupture leaving instability in the joint. Simon has extensive experience in providing advice and treatment.
Knee replacement
This is the ultimate treatment for knee arthritis and can be extremely effective in managing severe pain. Simon will discuss whether this is appropriate for you.
No. You don’t need private medical insurance to come to see Mr Ellis, you can pay for any of his treatments yourself. Callus on 01622620920 or email mrsimonellis@kmsprofessionals.co.uk and we can give you guide prices for any treatment you need.
Not necessarily. Mr Ellis is happy to see patients who are referred by physiotherapists or other allied healthcare professionals. You can always refer yourself for advice. For most insurers, a GP referral is usually required. The information your doctor knows about your medical history will be helpful to us and will often have useful information about the investigations you have already had.
You can choose to pay for your own treatment or, if you are covered, you can claim this on your private insurance. All hospitals have loan options that may help with the cost of treatments. To find out more information on how to pay for your treatment, follow the links below:
Everyone is different, so costs will vary, as does each person’s treatment. We can give you guide prices for procedures before you come in to see us, and after your consultation, we can confirm the exact price of your treatment.
Yes, we treat many patients from overseas. You may not be able find treatment in your own country, or you may prefer to be treated in the UK. If you would like your treatment in the UK, get in touch with Mr Ellis’s practice manager.
You can come to see Mr Ellis in any of his clinics that suits you. Call us on 01622 620920 make an appointment.
This was my second consultation with Mr Ellis at One Ashford regarding a recurring knee problem. I have always found him to be very pleasant and extremely helpful. He takes the time to listen to you and explains the problem and any treatment in great detail. I would have no hesitation in recommending him.
Mr Ellis provided excellent care for me during my recent issues with my knee. He was always approachable and explained my care thoroughly. He phoned my family straight after my recent operation to let them know how it had gone which I thought was an excellent level of care. I know that I will need more intervention with my knee in the future and hope that Mr Ellis will be able to provide this.
I saw Mr Ellis for a face to face appointment on Monday 7th Sept and he was very friendly he listened to my problems with my left knee which is causing me a lot more pain recently and I don’t have a great range of movement about 90 degrees I had x rays blood tests and now we will discuss on the telephone the results of the bloods and where we go next on the 5th Oct 2020.
Simon Ellis is caring doctor that listens to your concerns and he explains everything in detail. I trust him completely, and the after care he and his team gives his patients is impeccable. I recommend mr Ellis and his team completely. I am a NHS patient, and he treats us the same as his private patient .
Spire Alexandra Hospital
Impton Lane
Walderslade
Chatham
Kent
ME5 9PG
Clinics: Wednesdays