Clear guidance throughout your care
Practical information to help you prepare for your first consultation, understand what happens before surgery, approach recovery with confidence and make sense of fees, insurance and independent patient feedback.
Information for the key stages of private hip and knee care
- Your first consultation
- Preparing for surgery
- Recovery and rehabilitation
- Fees, insurance and patient reviews
Knowing what to expect can make the process feel more manageable
Good information helps you prepare, ask useful questions and take an active role in decisions about your care.
This section brings together the practical information most patients need when considering private hip or knee treatment with Mr Dowen.
You can find guidance on the first consultation, preparation for surgery, recovery and rehabilitation, private fees and insurance, and independent patient reviews.
Your own treatment plan may differ depending on your diagnosis, general health, the procedure being considered and the hospital arrangements. Advice provided directly by your clinical team should always take priority over general website information.
If you are new to the practice, begin with Your First Consultation. If treatment has already been discussed, the Preparing for Surgery and Recovery and Rehabilitation guides may be more useful.
Guidance for the stages that matter most
Select a topic for practical information about appointments, surgery, recovery, private care and patient experience.
Your first consultation
What to bring, what to expect, how your symptoms may be assessed and how to make the most of your appointment with Mr Dowen.
Prepare for your appointmentPreparing for surgery
Practical preparation before an operation, including preoperative assessment, medicines, exercise, lifestyle and getting your home ready.
Learn how to prepareRecovery and rehabilitation
Guidance on early mobilisation, walking, exercises, swelling, physiotherapy and the gradual return to everyday activity after surgery.
Understand your recoveryFees and insurance
Consultation fees, self-pay information, private medical insurance and how costs are handled when investigations or surgery are required.
View fees and insurancePatient reviews
Read independent and verified feedback from patients who have been assessed or treated by Mr Dowen, including current Doctify and PHIN information.
Read patient reviews- Verified Doctify feedback
- Independent PHIN patient satisfaction data
- Feedback about consultation and communication
- Experiences of hip and knee treatment and recovery
From first consultation to recovery
Every patient journey is different, but treatment usually follows a series of clear stages designed to support informed decisions, safe care and rehabilitation.
Consultation
Discuss your symptoms, health, previous treatment, relevant imaging and what you hope to achieve.
Assessment and planning
Review the diagnosis, investigations and appropriate treatment options, including non-surgical care where relevant.
Treatment
If surgery is appropriate, complete the necessary preparation and attend hospital for your planned procedure.
Recovery
Follow your rehabilitation plan, gradually rebuild movement and strength, and attend follow-up as advised.
Have the practical information you need
Whether you are paying for your own care or using private medical insurance, a little preparation can make arranging your consultation more straightforward.
Contact the practice if you are unsure what to do next
The secretary can help with appointment arrangements, practical questions and the information needed before a private consultation.
- Contact the practice if you are unsure which type of appointment you need or what information to bring.
- For insurance questions about policy cover, excesses and authorisation, confirm directly with your insurer.
- If you have already had surgery, follow the specific contact and urgent-care instructions provided by your hospital team.
Arrange a private hip or knee consultation
Meet with Mr Daniel Dowen to discuss your symptoms, diagnosis, existing investigations and the treatment options that may be appropriate for you.