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Mr. Chris Lodge Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon · York
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Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Expert Hip & Knee Surgery
in York

Providing specialist orthopaedic care with a focus on hip and knee replacement and revision hip and knee surgery. Committed to giving every patient the highest quality treatment and information to help them make confident decisions about their care.

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Mr. Chris Lodge, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon York
Mr. Chris Lodge
FRCS (Tr & Orth) · MBBS
3+
Years as Consultant
300+
Arthroplasty Procedures / Year
NHS & Private
Appointments
NJR
Registered Surgeon
Current Literature
Research Spotlight
October 2026
The Lancet · August 2026
Robotic-arm-assisted versus conventional total knee replacement (RACER-Knee): a pragmatic, multicentre, randomised controlled trial

This UK multicentre RCT randomised 339 patients across ten hospitals to either robotic-arm-assisted (Mako) or conventional total knee replacement, finding no clinically meaningful difference in the Forgotten Joint Score at 12 months (49.2 vs. 50.2; p=0.62). Whilst robotic surgery achieved greater alignment precision, this did not translate into improved patient-reported outcomes, pain scores, or walking ability at one year. Robotic surgery added approximately 10.5 minutes of operating time and £950 in cost, and was not cost-effective under current NHS thresholds. Longer-term follow-up to ten years is ongoing. The trial provides the strongest evidence to date that robotic assistance does not improve short-term patient outcomes in primary knee replacement.

Parsons, Metcalfe et al. (RACER-Knee trial team) — The Lancet, 2026
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Information for Patients

This website has been developed to provide clear, comprehensive information for patients regarding the various conditions I see within my hip and knee practice.

Much of the content reflects my specialist practice in relating to osteoarthritis of the hip and knee — and the range of ways it can be managed, from conservative approaches through to joint replacement surgery. Clinical illustrations, X-rays and patient-friendly explanations accompany each topic.

I hope the content is reassuring and will provide easy-to-use information in preparation for your consultation, but also an incredibly useful resource after your appointment to reflect and refresh upon information discussed.

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Specialist Areas

  • Osteoarthritis Management
  • Primary Total Hip Replacement
  • Primary Total Knee Replacement
  • Revision Hip Replacement
  • Revision Knee Replacement
  • Peri-prosthetic Joint Infection
  • Painful Joint Replacement

Consulting Locations

Qualifications

  • MBBS — Newcastle University
  • FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics)
Patient Information

Conditions & Treatments

Whether you have received a diagnosis or are experiencing unexplained hip or knee pain, explore the conditions I specialise in treating.

The Hip

Understanding the anatomy and function of the hip joint — how it works, what can go wrong, and why treatment may be needed.

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The Knee

An overview of the knee joint — its structure, biomechanics and the conditions that commonly affect it, leading to pain and loss of movement.

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Osteoarthritis

The most common cause of hip and knee pain in adults. Explore what osteoarthritis is, why it develops, and how severity is assessed.

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Management Options

From lifestyle changes and physiotherapy to injections and surgery, explore the full range of treatment options available for hip and knee conditions.

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Total Hip Replacement

A highly successful operation that relieves pain and restores function. Learn about implant options, bearing surfaces, surgical approaches and what to expect.

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Total Knee Replacement

One of the most commonly performed orthopaedic procedures. Understand how a knee replacement works, the implants used and the recovery process.

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Revision Hip Replacement

When a previous hip replacement needs to be revised, the surgery becomes more complex. Learn why hip replacements fail and what revision surgery involves.

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Revision Knee Replacement

Revision knee surgery addresses failed or painful knee replacements. Discover the causes of failure, what the procedure involves and outcomes to expect.

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Your Operation

A complete guide to your surgical journey — from consent and pre-assessment through to anaesthesia, post-operative care, rapid recovery and follow-up.

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Your Surgical Journey

What to Expect

From your first consultation through to full recovery, we guide you at every stage of the process with clarity and care.

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Initial Consultation

We review your symptoms, X-rays and medical history. You'll receive a full explanation of your diagnosis and all available treatment options, with ample time for questions.

02

Pre-operative Assessment

Before your operation, you'll attend a pre-assessment clinic for health checks, blood tests and to meet the anaesthetic team. This ensures you are fully prepared for surgery.

03

Surgery & Hospital Stay

Most patients are mobile within 24 hours of surgery. Our rapid recovery programme minimises hospital stay and ensures you return home in the best possible condition.

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Recovery & Follow-up

Structured physiotherapy and regular post-operative review appointments ensure your recovery progresses well. Most patients are walking freely within 6–12 weeks.

About Mr. Lodge

Specialist Training & Experience

Mr. Chris Lodge is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at York Teaching Hospital, with a subspecialty interest in hip and knee surgery. After completing his surgical training in the Yorkshire region, he undertook specialist fellowships in hip and knee primary and revision arthroplasty.

  • Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (Trauma & Orthopaedics)
  • Member of the British Hip Society and BOA
  • National Joint Registry (NJR) registered and compliant surgeon
  • Published researcher in hip and knee arthroplasty outcomes
  • Associate Editor (Lower Limb), Annals of The Royal College of Surgeons of England
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