Consultant Orthopaedic surgeon specialising in shoulder, elbow, hand, and wrist surgery available for private consultations in Sevenoaks, Kent
If you are looking for trusted surgical and non-surgical treatment and advice from an orthopaedic specialist in the Sevenoaks or Sevenoaks Weald areas in Kent, Mr Yanni will be able to help.
After graduating from Guys Hospital Medical School in 1983, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Mr Yanni has over three decades of experience as a doctor and over 20 years of experience running orthopaedic clinics for both private and NHS hospitals. Mr Yanni specialises in treatments for some of the most common problems with limbs in the upper body, including:
- Tendonitis
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Frozen Shoulder
- Arthritis
- Tennis Elbow
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Mr Yanni provides clear and concise advice with diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of all injuries and conditions.
He was the founding member of The British Elbow and Shoulder Society (BESS). Recommendations on his Doctify page include comments such as ‘excellent in his manner and explanations’ and ‘inspires confidence’.
Working throughout the London and Kent area, Mr Yanni runs a number of clinics in and around Sevenoaks, Kent including at Sevenoaks Medical Centre and The Sloane Hospital in Beckenham.
To arrange an appointment to see Mr Yanni in the Sevenoaks area, please email d.h.yanni@btinternet.com
“Great surgeon. I felt well informed at all stages. Great outcome from my surgery, absolutely delighted. He was highly recommended to me by 4 friends who had experienced his top rate surgical skills and they didnt’ lie! A lovely man too and first class bedside manner.”
Mr Yanni - Hand, Elbow & Shoulder Consultant in Sevenoaks
If you have any questions relating to treatments or to book an appointment, please email Mr Yanni at d.h.yanni@btinternet.com
Contact on d.h.yanni@btinternet.com (email preferable) OR telephone Caroline on 020 8460 0123
“Efficient sympathetic and very competent”
Hand and wrist care and advice available by a private consultant near Sevenoaks
Your hands and wrists are in constant use for daily activities and when problems or injuries occur it can be very worrying. Mr Yanni is available for appointments to diagnose and provide a course of treatment for a range of conditions near Sevenoaks Weald and Sevenoaks.
Common Conditions Treated In Sevenoaks
- RSI: Repetitive Strain Injuries result in discomfort, pain, and sometimes numbness in a patient’s hands and wrists.
- Wrist Arthritis/Base of Thumb Arthritis: Osteoarthritis, the most common type of arthritis that is caused by wear and tear of the joints, can occur in the base of the thumb or wrist and cause pain and stiffness.
- Dupuytren’s Contracture: When scar tissue forms and thickens under the skin in fingers or the palm it can cause the fingers to bend inwards. Patients might not be able to straighten their fingers without help.
- Trigger Thumb/Trigger Finger: The affected finger or thumb can become fixed in a bent position and can cause discomfort and pain in the digit.
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Increased pressure on the nerve that crosses in front of the wrist can cause numbness, pain, and a tingling sensation in your arm, hand, and fingers.
- Tendonitis: An inflammation condition that can cause swelling of the tendons, resulting in pain and discomfort when grasping or pinching.
Nuggets of Wisdom
BASE OF THUMB ARTHRITIS:
Trapeziometacarpal arthritis is a relatively common condition. It gives pain on key pinch and pin pinch. Patients lose the first web space span (i.e cannot pull a large book from a shelf). Early treatment consists of anti-inflammatories, injection and splintage. The results of surgery are extremely good.
“Charming, very professional in delivering what he intends and believes will be beneficial to my problem.”
Contact on d.h.yanni@btinternet.com (email preferable) OR telephone Caroline on 020 8460 0123
Shoulder diagnosis and surgery by orthopaedic doctor in Sevenoaks
If you are experiencing on-going shoulder pain or have injured your shoulder and you are based near Sevenoaks, Mr Yanni will ensure you get the right diagnosis and care for your condition.
- Rotator Cuff Tear: Whether you had a tear from an injury or the tendons around the shoulder joint have become torn over time, a rotator cuff tear injury can be very painful. Patients might find it hard to carry out basic daily movements.
- Shoulder Impingement: Sometimes referred to as Rotator Cuff Tendonitis or Swimmer’s Shoulder, this condition can cause pain when moving the arm to the side or above the head.
- Frozen Shoulder: Caused by inflammation of the ligaments holding the shoulder bones in place, pain or stiffness can occur when performing certain movements like raising the arm above the head.
- Shoulder Dislocation & Instability: Depending on the severity of this condition, the shoulder might be partially or completely dislocated and can cause acute pain and shoulder instability.
Mr Yanni - Sevenoaks shoulder surgeon
“Got right to the point of a long term injury. Fantastic consultant.”
Contact on d.h.yanni@btinternet.com (email preferable) OR telephone Caroline on 020 8460 0123
Sevenoaks private consultant available for elbow diagnosis and orthopaedic surgery
Mr Yanni is available to diagnose and treat your elbow condition at clinics in the Sevenoaks area.
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Caused by pressure on the ulnar nerve in the elbow, symptoms can include numbness or a tingling sensation in the ring or little fingers.
- Tennis Elbow: This common condition can occur when the tendons become irritated or inflamed on the outside of the elbow, causing tenderness and pain at the outer side of the elbow.
- Golfer’s Elbow: Similar to Tennis Elbow, the tendons in the inner arm can cause pain on the inside of the elbow and may travel along the forearm.
- Elbow Arthritis: As cartilage around the elbow wears away, the bones in the elbow joint rub together and can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in this area.
Mr Yanni - Sevenoaks elbow consultant
“I have had minor surgery on a few occasions so I would just like to say I have never felt more at ease or more valued as a patient Mr Yanni was amazing and I would definitely recommend his brilliant work and his superb manor. Thank you.”
As well as Sevenoaks. Mr Yanni treats patients from the following nearby areas
- Wrotham
- Mottingham
- Tonbridge
- Sydenham
- Blackheath