Following the successful launch of specialist clinics in 2024, Manx Care is pleased to announce the continuation of its orthopaedic expansion with a further dedicated hand clinic.
On Wednesday 16 July, Manx Care welcomed Mr Sumedh Talwalkar to Noble’s Hospital for the second in a series of specialist hand clinics. His first clinic took place in April.
Mr Talwalkar is a Consultant Upper Limb Surgeon at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals, with a special interest in hand and wrist surgery. He is also a member of the British Society for Surgery of the Hand (BSSH).
Mr Talwalkar commented:
‘It’s wonderful to be part of this collaborative project with Manx Care. Working with Mr Ridha has been a pleasure. Our first clinic was a great success, and today’s session is going exceptionally well. I look forward to continuing to support patients and the Manx Care team.
'I have been particularly impressed by the speed and collaboration between areas of the hospital that improve the patient’s experience.’
Mr Ridha, Orthopaedic Surgeon for Manx Care, said:
‘These clinics have been hugely beneficial for both our patients and colleagues. Mr Talwalkar is the third consultant to support our orthopaedic clinics at Noble’s Hospital, helping to reduce the need for off-Island appointments.
'I’d like to thank my colleagues at Manx Care for their dedication in establishing these valuable services.’
It is anticipated that Mr Talwalkar will return to the Island two to three times per year to continue delivering these clinics.
As with the previously announced clinics led by Professor Monga and Professor Mason, the hand orthopaedic clinic also provides an important educational opportunity. Local clinicians benefit from practical experience and trauma training alongside visiting specialists.
Manx Care’s CEO, Teresa Cope, commented:
‘This is another positive development in Manx Care’s commitment to bring specialists to the Island to see patients, we know that reducing the need for off-Island travel significantly improves the patient experience and journey and I’m incredibly proud of the team’s work in delivering these important service enhancements.’
