James Hahnel: Hip & Knee Surgeon

18/11/2025

Recent heavy snowfall has laid a fresh blanket across the Alps, setting the stage for a promising start to the upcoming winter sports season ❄️⛷️

With both professional expertise and a personal passion for winter sports, our consultant orthopaedic surgeon Mr James Hahnel understands how frustrating it can be when hip or knee pain keeps you off the slopes and limits your enjoyment of winter activities.

If long NHS waiting lists mean you’re missing out this season, you may wish to explore the option of a private hip or knee replacement with a highly rated, fellowship-trained orthopaedic specialist. Prompt assessment and personalised treatment could help you get back to the activities you love sooner.

📍 Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital
📞 07710 505960
📧 kayleigh@leedsortho.co.uk

📍 The Yorkshire Clinic, Bradford
📞 01274 550845
📧 emma.hastings@ramsayhealth.co.uk

💻 www.yorkshirehipclinic.com

14/11/2025

In our latest video, we hear busy professional, Wendy from Leeds’ amazing story about her journey to private knee replacement surgery with Mr James Hahnel.

Wendy tells us how she’s been given her life back and her activity levels have soared. Her advice? Stick to your guns, you know your body better than anyone else, and do your research so you can find a surgeon you can trust.

Hear more from Wendy’s in our full video over on YouTube👇
📺 www.youtube.com/

📍 Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital
📞 07710 505960
📧 kayleigh@leedsortho.co.uk

📍 The Yorkshire Clinic, Bradford
📞 01274 550845
📧 emma.hastings@ramsayhealth.co.uk

11/11/2025

We very proud to share the news that The Yorkshire Clinic has received an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission!

This recognition follows an inspection earlier this year and reflects the dedication, compassion, and professionalism I see every day from everyone across the clinic - from our theatre teams and nurses to our administrative and support staff.

Delivering safe, effective, and responsive care is at the heart of what we do, and it’s incredibly rewarding to see that commitment acknowledged at the highest level 👏

29/10/2025

💬 Your FAQs answered: “How do I get the best recovery from a operation?”🦵

Many patients want to know the secret to a smooth and successful recovery after surgery 🤔

For former knee replacement patient Andy, the key was simple - listen to your physiotherapist and stay active! 💪

Just hours after his operation, Andy was already up and walking with his physio, and he’s never looked back since. 🚶‍♂️

His advice? “Do your exercises, follow what the physio tells you - and push yourself a little further each day.”

🎥 Watch Andy’s full story and recovery journey in our latest YouTube video 👇
📺 www.youtube.com/

📍Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital
📞07710 505960
📧kayleigh@leedsortho.co.uk

📍The Yorkshire Clinic, Bradford
📞01274 550845
📧emma.hastings@ramsayhealth.co.uk

21/10/2025

Many people asked former patient Andy if he thought he was too young to consider surgery…

Previously a keen rugby player, and with a family at home to consider, for Andy, the risk of facing limitations in his day-to-day due to the impacts of was enough for him to schedule a consultation with Mr James Hahnel 🩺

There is no specific age limit for hip or knee replacement surgery, although these procedures are most commonly performed in older adults.

Younger individuals may also be suitable candidates, depending on the severity of their symptoms and the impact on daily activities.

Hear more about Andy’s experience of a Knee Replacement with Mr Hahnel & life after surgery over at: www.youtube.com/

📍Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital
📞 07710 505960
📧 kayleigh@leedsortho.co.uk

📍The Yorkshire Clinic, Bradford
📞 01274 550845
📧 emma.hastings@ramsayhealth.co.uk

💻 www.yorkshirehipclinic.com

14/10/2025

Andy didn’t want his chronic knee pain to reach the point where it limited his everyday life. But as his symptoms worsened, he knew it was time to seek professional advice from an orthopaedic specialist.

Having first injured his knee playing rugby at 19, Andy always knew surgery might one day be necessary. When that time finally came, the decision was simple - he wanted to regain his quality of life and ease the daily pain he’d been living with.

Listen in as Andy shares his journey with our consultant orthopaedic surgeon Mr James Hahnel.

You can watch more from this podcast episode over at: www.youtube.com/

📍Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital
📞07710 505960
📧kayleigh@leedsortho.co.uk

📍The Yorkshire Clinic, Bradford
📞01274 550845
📧emma.hastings@ramsayhealth.co.uk

09/10/2025

Life with a new hip can open the door to exciting possibilities - with reduced pain, greater mobility, and a return to the activities you love. Many patients find themselves enjoying a healthier, more active lifestyle and an overall improved quality of life.

This week, we’re sharing one of our podcasts featuring former hip replacement patient Patrick, who talks about his inspiring journey and the positive changes he’s experienced since his operation. His story highlights what’s possible after hip or knee replacement surgery🙏

📍Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital
📞07710 505960
📧kayleigh@leedsortho.co.uk

📍The Yorkshire Clinic, Bradford
📞01274 550845
📧emma.hastings@ramsayhealth.co.uk

💻 www.yorkshirehipclinic.com

01/10/2025

Understanding the different management approaches for an ongoing can help patients make an informed decision on surgery, considering health, lifestyle, and expected outcomes after treatment 🙏

Mr James Hahnel is renowned for his surgical expertise and high-quality patient experience, providing clear communication to his patients to ensure they feel empowered to start their health journey with our medical team.

📍Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital
📞07710 505960
📧kayleigh@leedsortho.co.uk

📍The Yorkshire Clinic, Bradford
📞01274 550845
📧emma.hastings@ramsayhealth.co.uk

💻www.yorkshirehipclinic.com

22/09/2025

A hip or knee replacement can be a significant event your life, which is why our latest podcast 🎥 in collaboration with Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital covers the advantages of doing your research before the surgery📚💻

You can watch more from this podcast episode over at: www.youtube.com/

📍Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital
📞07710 505960
📧kayleigh@leedsortho.co.uk

📍The Yorkshire Clinic, Bradford
📞01274 550845
📧emma.hastings@ramsayhealth.co.uk

💻www.yorkshirehipclinic.com

19/09/2025

Choosing the right surgeon can make all the difference. Orthopaedic Consultant Mr James Hahnel combines exceptional patient care with outstanding clinical outcomes – as demonstrated by his excellent NJR data, with impressive results for both hip and knee replacements – helping patients return quickly to the activities they love.

Alongside these clinical outcomes, Mr Hahnel has recently been awarded the Outstanding Patient Experience Award 2025 by Doctify, the trusted online patient review platform. With a 4.97/5 rating and more than 300 five-star reviews, he is one of the highest-rated orthopaedic surgeons in the Yorkshire region.

💻 Discover previous patient reviews here: https://www.doctify.com/uk/specialist/mr-james-hahnel�
🌐 Learn more: www.yorkshirehipclinic.com

12/09/2025

11/09/2025

Many patients are keen to understand what will happen on the day of surgery & knowing what to expect can make a big difference. For those considering hip replacement, being informed about the journey ahead is one of the best ways to feel confident and reassured.

In our latest podcast, created in collaboration with Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital, former patient Patrick shares his experience of undergoing hip replacement with our team. He describes the supportive environment, attentive care, and the calm reassurance he felt throughout his journey.

From the welcoming facilities to the dedicated clinical teams preparing patients for theatre, this episode highlights Mr. Hahnel’s patient-centred approach, designed to help individuals feel informed, supported, and at ease on the day of their operation.

You can watch more from this podcast episode over at: youtube.com/

📍Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital
📞 07710 505960
📧 kayleigh@leedsortho.co.uk

📍The Yorkshire Clinic, Bradford
📞 01274 550845
📧 emma.hastings@ramsayhealth.co.uk

💻 www.yorkshirehipclinic.com