Mr Andrew Smith

Professional Profile

After finishing medical school at at Kings College London, Mr Smith completed his basic surgical training in London and the south east.  He spent time in neurosurgery, vascular and plastic surgery, as well as Orthopaedics. 

He completed his higher specialist trauma and orthopaedic training in the South East Thames training programme.  This was followed by a years’ Fellowship in hand and microsurgery at the Kleinert Institute, Louisville, USA.  He has been appointed as a substantive Consultant since 2005.

Personal Profile

Outside of work Mr Smith enjoys keeping fit and has completed four Iron Man long distance triathlons, as well as long distance cycling events.

Reviews

Here at One Ashford Hospital, we are always pleased to hear what our patients think of the service they have received.  Below is a snapshot of the some of the excellent feedback we have received for Mr Andrew Smith.

Mr Smith is an excellent consultant who is very friendly and approachable. Both of my experiences with him have been very positive.

Memberships & Associations

• The British Society for Surgery of the Hand
• British Orthopaedic Association
• Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh
• Faculty Hand & Wrist Group AO (UK)

Research & Publications

Mr Smith has a strong interest in process/procedure improvement and patient experience.  He has acted as Principle Investigator for 2 large prospective multi-centre randomised trials and maintains a strong interest in training.  He is part of the UK AO Hand and Wrist Trauma teaching group.

Mr Andrew Smith gives us an insight into why he chose to become an Orthopaedic Hand and Wrist Surgeon and what he enjoys most about his job.

Mr Andrew Smith discusses Trigger Finger and treatment options