Mr Thomas Hester is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle conditions. He practises privately at HCA Healthcare UK and is also a Consultant at King’s College Hospital, where he manages both elective foot and ankle conditions and complex trauma cases. He has extensive experience in treating patients of all ages, including adults and children with traumatic injuries and chronic foot and ankle disorders.

Mr Hester graduated with distinction from St Bartholomew’s and The Royal London School of Medicine after completing a first-class BSc (Hons) at University College London. He later gained an MSc (Hons) from the University of Brighton before completing higher orthopaedic training on the South East London Training Rotation. He subsequently undertook prestigious fellowships in Toronto, Calgary and Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital, developing advanced expertise in foot and ankle surgery and complex trauma.

His clinical expertise includes the management of sports injuries, ankle fractures, ligament injuries, cartilage damage, Achilles tendon disorders, bunions, heel pain and diabetic foot conditions. He performs a wide range of procedures, including minimally invasive (arthroscopic) foot and ankle surgery, ligament reconstruction, bunion surgery, tendon repair and complex trauma reconstruction, with a focus on restoring mobility and enabling patients to return to their normal activities as quickly and safely as possible.

Alongside his clinical practice, Mr Hester is actively involved in research, education and innovation. He is an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at King’s College London, has published widely in orthopaedic surgery and contributes to undergraduate and postgraduate training. He is committed to delivering evidence-based, personalised care using the latest surgical techniques to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients with routine and complex foot and ankle conditions.