Booking a consultation appointment with Richard Heasley Shoulder Surgeon is easy. 

- Call us on 01706 869025

- Email us at info@richardheasley.co.uk

- Use the online booking form

- Requesting a referral from your GP or physiotherapist 

Mr Heasley holds clinics at two locations: 

- Highfield Hospital, Rochdale: A private hospital offering full orthopaedic services 

- Medical Imaging Partnership, Stockport: A specialist diagnostic and outpatient centre 

Both locations offer consultations, imaging, and follow-up care. 

Appointments availability varies depending on clinic schedules and urgency of the condition. In most cases, patients can be seen within 1–2 weeks for initial consultations. Urgent cases may be prioritised. 

Yes. Mr Richard Heasley is recognised by all major UK private health insurers, including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, and WPA. Please check with your insurer to confirm coverage and obtain any necessary authorisation prior to your appointment. 

Private consultation fees typically range from £200 for a new consultation appointment and £140 for follow-up appointment, and whether imaging is required. A full breakdown of costs will be provided upon enquiry. 

You can be referred to see Richard Heasley Shoulder Surgeon by: 

- Your GP or physiotherapist 

- Another consultant or specialist 

- Or you may self-refer for a private consultation 

Please bring any relevant referral letters and imaging or test results to your appointment, if available. 

Please bring the following with you to your consultation with Richard Heasley Shoulder Surgeon: 

- A valid referral letter (if applicable) 

- Any previous imaging reports (X-rays, MRI, ultrasound) 

- A list of current medications 

- Details of your medical history and any previous surgeries 

- Your insurance authorisation (if using private health cover)

Yes, physiotherapy is often a crucial part of recovery following shoulder or elbow surgery. Mr Heasley works closely with specialist physiotherapists to ensure you receive a tailored rehabilitation plan that supports healing and restores function. 

After surgery, you will receive: 

- A detailed post-operative care plan 

- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing 

- Access to rehabilitation services including physiotherapy 

- Guidance on returning to work, sport, and daily activities 

Recovery timelines vary depending on the procedure, but most patients begin physiotherapy within 1–2 weeks and return to normal activities within a few months.

Mr Heasley offers a range of procedures including: 

- Arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery 

- Rotator cuff repair 

- Shoulder replacement 

- SLAP and labral repairs 

- Elbow tendon release 

- Fracture fixation 

- Nerve decompression

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Yes. Richard Heasley provides conservative treatments such as: 

- Physiotherapy referrals 

- Corticosteroid injections 

- PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy 

- Activity modification and rehabilitation plans

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Recovery varies depending on the procedure. For example: 

- Arthroscopic repairs: 6–12 weeks 

- Shoulder replacement: 3–6 months 

- Tendon repairs: 8–16 weeks 

You’ll receive a personalised rehabilitation plan and follow-up care.

Yes. Richard has significant experience treating acute and chronic sports injuries, with a particular interest in cricket-related shoulder injuries. His personal connection to the sport - through his sons' involvement with Heaton Mersey Cricket Club and his wife's leadership of the Heaton Mersey and Cheadle Women's Cricket Team - enhances his understanding of the demands placed on athletes.

Yes. Diagnostic imaging such as X-rays, ultrasound, and MRI scans are available at both clinic locations, often on the same day as your consultation.