Mercury Foot & Ankle
At Mercury Foot and Ankle Clinic, we do one thing — and we do it to the highest possible standard. Every
patient who comes through our doors is seen by a consultant who works exclusively in foot and ankle
surgery. Not a general orthopaedic surgeon who occasionally treats foot problems. A specialist. Every
time.
Between us, Professor Arul Ramasamy and Mr Joel Humphrey bring more than 48 years of
combined surgical experience, five subspecialty fellowships, over 100 peer-reviewed publications, and
leadership roles that shape foot and ankle care at a national level. Professor Ramasamy is the Defence
Professor of Trauma and Orthopaedics at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Foot and Ankle
Specialty Editor of the Bone and Joint Journal, and a Visiting Professor at Imperial College London. Mr
Humphrey chairs the Clinical Practice Committee of the British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society — the
body that sets clinical standards for foot and ankle surgery across the UK. Together, we cover the full
spectrum of adult footand ankle conditions, from sports injuries and complex reconstruction to elective
surgery and trauma.
We see over 750 patients each year across our clinic locations — The Saxon Clinic in Milton Keynes,
Three Shires Hospital in Northampton, and the Foscotte Clinic in Banbury. Our patients include professional athletes and
weekend runners, people who have been living with a bunion or arthritic ankle for years, and patients
simply trying to get through the day without pain. Whatever brings you here, you will be seen by a surgeon
who has dedicated their entire career to this part of the body.
What makes our practice different is not just the experience each of us brings individually — it is the way
we work together. We discuss complex cases jointly. We align on treatment strategy. Where a patient’s
needs are best served by the other’s particular expertise, we refer between each other without hesitation.
When you come to Mercury Foot and Ankle Clinic, you benefit from both of us.
Our approach has always been the same: listen carefully, give you an honest diagnosis, explore every
non-operative option first, and — if surgery is the right answer — plan it with precision and perform it with
care. You are always involved in every decision. Across 130 verified patient reviews on Doctify, our
patients consistently describe feeling listened to, informed, and confident. That is the practice we set out to
build — and it is what we deliver every day.
Professor Arul Ramasamy
MA(Cantab) PhD MBA FRCS(Tr+Orth) FFSEM Dip Sports Med
Consultant Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon
Milton Keynes & Northampton
Arul is an experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon, practising in the Buckinghamshire area. His practice is dedicated solely to foot and ankle surgery. His patient-centred, research-driven approach means treatment plans are focused on each patient’s individual needs and outcomes.
He believes that to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients, it involves engaging them in the decision-making process and utilising non-operative techniques where possible. Should surgery be required, Arul believes that the best results come from meticulous planning and precise execution.
Mr Joel Humphrey
Consultant Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon
BSc(Hons), MBBS, MSc(SportsMed), FRCS(Tr&Orth)
Joel is an experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon in Buckinghamshire, exclusively dedicated to the very specialist field of the foot and ankle. He has an extensive practice and wealth of expertise in managing foot and ankle conditions and sports injuries.
Joel is dedicated to treating adults of all ages and activity levels.
Joel will spend time discussing your treatment options and together you can decide on the right treatment to best suit your individually needs. Where possible he utilises non-operative techniques. Should surgery be required Joel’s patients benefit from the latest thinking and recognised techniques.
Testimonials
My condition had deteriorated to the point that I was unable to walk for extended periods of time without pain and swelling of the ankle, and I would rarely be able to join in most family activities. The support and guidance provided by Mr Ramasamy were exemplary and enabled me to make a fully informed decision regarding the options available to me. Now, the pain is much more manageable and the stability that the treatment has provided is such that I feel that I regained a significant part of my life and as such my confidence.
I found Mr Ramasamy extremely professional and reassuring. On the day of my procedure I received the most efficient, organised and professional care in my life. Your nurses were the best I have ever experienced. Mr Ramasamy’s team, in theatre made me feel at ease and made the whole procedure more bearable. They go way beyond the extra mile for their patients.
I wanted to share my excellent experiences and compliment Mr Ramasamy and his team. I found him extremely professional and reassured that he understood how much pain I was in. On the day of my procedure, it was the most efficient, organized and professional care I have ever received – from checking into reception to being allocated a bay and taken into theatre – your nurses in the recovery area were the best I have ever received. Mr Ramasay’s team, especially in theatre, made me feel at ease, kept me informed throughout the whole procedure and made the whole procedure more bearable.
Frequently Asked Questions
After your appointment you will be emailed an invoice to be paid within 30 days via a bank transfer.
Our practice is covered by the major healthcare insurance providers. If you have private medical insurance, please contact your insurer to confirm that you are covered for your consultation and imaging appointments and whether you will need a GP referral. Please do this prior to seeing your Consultant. Your insurance company will provide you with an authorisation code which we will need when booking your appointment, along with your policy or membership details. All of this information can be obtained from your insurance company.
Depending on your specific insurance policy you may liable for some of the costs and there may be certain outpatient treatments such as joint injections and blood tests that may not be fully covered by your insurance policy. Please note, even if you are privately insured, you are entirely responsible for all of your consultants’ fees and that the contract you undertake is with your consultant and not your insurance company.
In most cases, your outpatient costs should be covered by your insurance company, but please check as this can vary depending on your individual insurance and excess policy. If you are a self-pay, new appointments are £250 and follow up appointments are £175.
If you have not seen the Consultant previously for this problem, you have a different problem or if it is more than 1 year since your last appointment then please book a new appointment.
If you are claiming through your health insurance, they may require a referral from your GP or therapist before authorising your consultation and treatment. If you are unsure then please call 01908 014 486 or email us on admin@mercuryfootandankle.clinic and one our team will be able to assist you. If you are paying for treatment yourself then you do not need a referral letter.
To arrange an appointment with one of our Consultants, please call 01908 014 486 or email us on admin@mercuryfootandankle.clinic
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