Ramsay Health Care UK’s Clinical Fellowship Programme at Clifton Park Hospital
Located just outside York, Clifton Park Hospital has been a beacon of high-quality healthcare since 2006. As part of Ramsay Health Care UK, we provide world-class treatment to patients with health insurance, self-funding individuals, and NHS patients through the e-referral system. Over 90% of the 4,000 operative cases performed annually are in elective orthopaedics, including over 1,400 hip and knee replacements.
Clifton Park Hospital Ltd. is a joint venture between Ramsay Health Care UK and North Yorkshire Orthopaedic Specialists (NYOS), a team of specialist orthopaedic surgeons dedicated to delivering exceptional care. Our hospital is equipped with cutting-edge medical technology, enabling us to offer a wide range of orthopaedic treatments and surgical services. We cover various orthopaedic specialities, including ankle, shoulder, and knee arthroscopies, as well as specialist sports injury surgery. Our commitment is to ensure each patient receives the highest standard of care from their initial consultation through to recovery.
Speciality Areas:
- Hip arthroplasty, including resurfacing
- Knee arthroplasty, including robotic-assisted total knee replacement surgery
- Foot and ankle procedures
- Diagnostics
- Upper limb surgery
- Treatment of sports injuries
- Cosmetic surgery and more
About Our Clinical Fellowship Programme
Clifton Park Hospital’s Senior Clinical Fellowship Programme offers an unparalleled opportunity for healthcare professionals to advance their careers in orthopaedics. Designed to provide extensive clinical and operative experience, each fellow works closely with our senior Consultant Knee and/or Hip surgeons, participating in all aspects of their practice. To date, the fellowship has provided valuable experience, enabling candidates to be admitted to the Specialist Register.
Join Our Fellowship Programme
To be considered, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Current registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
- Experience working in the UK at specialist registrar or equivalent level
- Completed or working towards the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) in Trauma & Orthopaedics (Tr and Orth)
- A strong commitment to ongoing medical education and professional development
Our fellowship is designed to provide extensive hands-on experience and advanced training for individuals aiming to secure a consultant post. Successful applicants will have completed six years of postgraduate training, with at least five years spent in a relevant speciality training programme or equivalent professional experience. Furthermore, three years of substantive experience above ST3 level in Trauma & Orthopaedics is essential. This programme offers the opportunity to work alongside leading specialists, gain invaluable surgical experience, and further your professional journey in a supportive, state-of-the-art environment.
If you meet these criteria and are passionate about developing your career in orthopaedics, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our dedicated team.
A Commitment to Quality Care and Innovation
Ramsay Health Care UK is a globally respected healthcare group with over 60 years of experience. We look forward to welcoming the next generation of orthopaedic professionals to our team. Our specialist team at Clifton Park Hospital is dedicated to excellence and innovation, continuously improving pathways to provide outstanding patient outcomes.
One of our most exciting developments is the introduction of day-case major arthroplasty pathways. Aligned with the ideals of the Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) initiative, our approach emphasises efficiency, safety, and patient satisfaction. By reducing hospital stays and accelerating recovery times, we are setting new standards in orthopaedic care.