Welcome to the Clinic

The Belfast Knee Clinic is a partnership of Specialist Knee Surgeons. Founded in 1998 by Mr. Richard Nicholas and Mr. Ian Corry, It provides high quality contemporary care for knee conditions in patients of all ages. A medico-legal reporting service is also available.

The Belfast Knee Clinic consulting rooms are located at 13 Ulsterville Avenue and surgery is performed at the nearby private hospitals.

Frequently encountered conditions include meniscal tears, ligament injuries, patellar instability, articular surface damage and arthritis.

The Belfast Knee Clinic strives for clinical excellence in the assessment and management of such conditions.

  • Chris Connolly

    KNEE SURGEON

    Undergraduate at Queen's University, Belfast. Postgraduate PhD on the Effects of COX-2 Inhibition and Micro-motion on Fracture Healing.

  • Gavin McLean

    KNEE SURGEON

    Undergraduate at Glasgow University. Postgraduate MD in cytokine response to trauma. Diploma in Sports Medicine.

  • Ciara Stevenson

    KNEE SURGEON

    Undergraduate at Queen’s University, Belfast. International fellowship at Brisbane Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Centre Australia 2017 specialising in sports knee injury in elite athlete, multi-ligament knee injury, joint replacement and meniscal repair.

  • Chris Connolly did my full knee replacement, in November 2018, and I was extremely pleased with my treatment. Mr Connolly, and his staff were caring, and kind. I would definitely go to him again.

    — Sheelagh Davidson

  • Mr McLean was approachable, listened, caring, thoughtful and had a fantastic way with my son. An enjoyable experience and would highly recommend to anyone who requires his expertise. His bed manners where outstanding. Thank you for the help.

    — Peter Smith

  • I have to say my experience with Mr McLean was extremely positive. Pre Op, He explained everything to me in great detail, took time to answer any queries/questions I had. Post Op, was the same I got a detailed run down on the surgery & again at my follow up appointment.

    — Janet Q

  • I have found Mr Mclean very helpful and considerate, explanations clear (especially for an elderly patient), and hope to return for further surgery in the near future

    — Frank S