Mr Matthew Welck

About Mr Matthew Welck

Mr Matthew Welck is one of London's leading consultant orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeons, practising in North London at the world-renowned Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH) in Stanmore. He is a highly specialised foot and ankle surgeon whose entire clinical practice is devoted to the expert assessment and surgical treatment of foot and ankle conditions — making him one of the most focused and experienced specialists in his field in London. Mr Welck treats the full spectrum of foot and ankle disorders, with particular expertise in: Ankle replacement surgery — including total ankle arthroplasty for severe ankle arthritis and osteoarthritis of the ankle Sports injuries of the foot and ankle — including Achilles tendon rupture, ankle ligament reconstruction, ankle instability, and cartilage repair Bunion surgery (hallux valgus correction), including minimally invasive and percutaneous techniques Flat foot reconstruction and deformity correction Ankle arthroscopy and keyhole surgery Ankle arthrodesis (ankle fusion) for end-stage ankle arthritis Complex revision surgery — including cases where previous foot or ankle operations have failed Plantar fasciitis, Morton's neuroma, and other forefoot conditions As a foot and ankle surgeon in North London, Mr Welck works at the RNOH Stanmore — one of the UK's foremost specialist orthopaedic hospitals — where he manages the most complex and challenging cases referred from across the UK and internationally. His patient caseload includes advanced ankle arthritis requiring ankle replacement, severe sports injuries, complex ligament reconstructions, and difficult revision procedures. Mr Welck trained at Leeds University Medical School, where he achieved a First Class Honours BSc with Distinction and an MSc. He completed two highly competitive subspecialty fellowships in foot and ankle surgery, including a prestigious combined clinical and research fellowship at the internationally acclaimed Foot and Ankle Institute in Baltimore, USA. This advanced training underpins his expertise in ankle replacement, complex reconstructive surgery, and sports-related foot and ankle injuries. He holds an Honorary Associate Professorship at University College London (UCL) and is actively involved in national and international foot and ankle research, regularly presenting at major orthopaedic congresses worldwide. Mr Welck is committed to evidence-based, patient-centred care — ensuring every patient receives the most up-to-date and effective treatment available. If you are looking for a foot surgeon in London, an ankle surgeon in North London, or a specialist for ankle replacement, sports injuries, or any other foot and ankle condition, Mr Welck offers private consultations at RNOH Stanmore, North London.