Mr Richard Freeman

Mr Freeman carried out a complex subtalar joint fusion with deltoid ligament reconstruction on my right ankle. I was kept fully informed about all the details before and after the procedure, and the small incisions made left very little trace. I had three post-operative consultations with Mr Freeman and they were all very reassuring and informative.

operation on foot dec 3/12/25 felt very confident with richard very professional, aftercare good , now 5 months past and walking is back to normal , no pain just a small amount of swelling which is normal this early thank you T harold

I presented to Mr Freeman with a sore and swollen big toe, that had been painful after running or long walks. He diagnosed the condition quickly, following an X-Ray on my feet, then explained the treatment options in layman's language. Mr Freeman treated my case of "stiff big toe" (Hallux Rigidus) with a surgical procedure to remove a bone-spur and clean up the cartilage. The operation at Nuffield Tunbridge Wells went very smoothly and I was able to walk out of the hospital on crutches. He was responsive when I had a follow-up question during the first two weeks, which put me at ease. The follow-up appointments to remove bandages and repeat the X-Ray showed that the operation had gone well. My recovery was faster than expected and his specialism in key-hole surgery ensured the wounds at the operation site on my foot were very small and healed quickly. I recommend Mr Freeman wholehearteldy and appreciate his expertise and care.

I have had both ankles fused by my Consultant Mr Richard Freeman. I was quite nervous about the first, but through every step of the way I was very well informed and made to feel comfortable with the procedure. The second fusion felt like a walk in the Park. Everthing was as before except on the other ankle, I felt relaxed, calm, without a care in the world about the whole procedure. Even waking up and being told they had to work harder on this ankle, with the installation of another screw didn't worry me at all. Overall through the whole process I felt completely safe in the hands of the Hospital and Mr Freeman. Thank you Mr Freeman and all the staff involved in my very successful procedures!

Dr.Freemann treated me over the past few years with care, compassion and listened to me completely. I trusted him fully and I am so happy with the outcome of the result. His bedside manner was courteous and he made me feel at ease. Thank you for everything you have done.

I have been fortunate enough to have Mr Freeman looking after my ankle problems over the last few years. I had surgery on one and was advised that the other did not require surgery. I am very pleased the problems I've experienced for many years have been dealt with. Prior to moving to this area my last doctors were not helpful at all. Mr Freeman and his staff have been really caring and sympathetic. Everything is clearly explained and i am not experiencing the pain i used to have.

Dr. Freeman operated on my left foot 11April 2024, and my right foot 7 October 2025 to repair damaged joints that had made walking extremely painful indeed. I have arthritis and fibromyalgia which had damaged my feet and was making every day a misery. My appointment today was a final check to see that everything is OK. I can honestly say that my treatment has been life changing. I am almost completely free of pain in my feet, pain reduced by at least 90% compared to what I was suffering pre-op. I made Dr Freeman aware of other issues I deal with daily basis in the form of an open letter that was placed in my medical file for each clinician to read prior to my appointments explaining my Anxiety, PTSD and Nosocomephobia. He and his staff acknowledged this and went above and beyond to make me feel at ease during pre and post surgery hospital visits. I was kept informed of what was being done and why, My treatment was fully explained, and I was even given a choice of Anesthesia procedures that best suited my condition. For once I was treated with respect and not made to feel like just another piece of meat. My Nosocomephobia was much easier to cope with thanks to their very kind understanding and empathy. I've been in a out of hospitals for many years and (until now) have found the experience to be very uncomfortable or even traumatising. Not so with Dr Freeman's treatment. I would recommended to any patient who suffers with Anxiety or other mental health conditions that aren't immediately obvious to note them down, and have the notes placed in their medical file so the clinicians are made aware and can treat them accordingly. I really am extremely grateful to Dr Freeman and his team for their excellent treatment, kindness and understanding.

I was referred to Mr Freeman for advise on a possible sesamoidectomy as I was having recurrent pain in my sesamoid bones. Eleven years previously a different surgeon had suggested he would remove them while I was having a bunion operation on the other foot. I am glad I declined at the time as Mr Freeman said the pain was caused by my calf muscles being too tight and showed me how to stretch them. That was three months ago and it is much better. Mr Freeman advised if the pain comes back just to do more stretches. That is so much better than having them removed , I was surprised and delighted with his advise. Mr Freeman did remove an old screw from the bunion operation that was protruding and hurt every so often. It was successful and I am back to normal now. Mr Freeman answered all my questions, going onto his computer to show me more detail. He was pleasant and patient. I would definitely use him again if I had further foot problems.

Mr Freeman is an excellent consultant and surgeon. A true expert in his field, very professional as well as being very warm, friendly and empathetic. This was my second surgery under his care and I have been very impressed by the results. At all times he thoroughly explained the issues I had, the process, the surgery and the next steps. I felt very safe and fully informed at all stages. A credit to his field. Thankyou.

Mr Freeman showed great understanding of my ankle Injury, was extremely proactive in getting it resolved.. 1 yr post -op I am extremely happy with the results. I have been cycling, running and playing padel with no ill effects. Amazing! Thank you.