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From the first consultation I felt completely reassured. I left knowing exactly what was wrong and what my options were.
Shoulder & Elbow Specialist · Central London
Shoulder pain that isn't getting better?
Book a specialist assessment with Mr Toby Baring. You'll get a clear diagnosis and a straight answer on what to do next, whether that means surgery or not.
No GP referral needed
Self-pay & insured
Three London hospitals
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
★★★★★
5-star rated
Verified on Doctify
20+
Years' experience
300–400
Procedures / year
5★
Doctify rating
3
London hospitals
Is this you?
Shoulder pain that's affecting daily life
If your shoulder hasn't improved with rest or physio, a specialist assessment may be the right next step.
✓Persistent pain despite rest or physio
✓Aching when lifting or reaching overhead
✓Discomfort that wakes you at night
✓Stiffness or difficulty rotating the arm
✓Weakness when using the arm
✓Pain when dressing or driving
✓A previous problem that has returned
✓Injury that hasn't fully healed
FRCS
Royal College Fellow
FRCS (Tr&Orth)
About Mr Toby Baring
A consultant who specialises in exactly this
Mr Baring is a consultant orthopaedic surgeon with over 20 years in shoulder and elbow surgery. He completed his doctorate at Imperial College London and trained in Nice with Professor Pascal Boileau, widely regarded as one of the world's leading shoulder surgeons.
He performs 300 to 400 specialist procedures a year and works only in this sub-speciality. You'll get a proper assessment, a clear diagnosis, and a straight conversation about every option on the table.
"Not every patient I see needs surgery. But every patient deserves a clear diagnosis and an honest conversation about their options."
MBBS · MRCS · MB(res) · FRCS
Imperial College London
Fellowship with Prof. Boileau, Nice
Honorary Lecturer, Imperial NHS
Your consultation
Clear answers. No unnecessary pressure.
A simple, considered pathway from first appointment to a treatment plan you understand.
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Full assessment
Complete history, thorough examination, and how the pain affects your daily life.
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Imaging if needed
X-ray or MRI arranged where required to give a precise picture of the problem.
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Clear diagnosis
Everything explained in plain language. You'll leave knowing exactly what's happening.
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Honest options
We talk through every sensible option together. Physio, injections, or surgery if it's the right call for you.
There is no obligation. The purpose of your first appointment is to understand your shoulder.
What patients say
Trusted by patients across London
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I'd been in pain for months. Mr Baring was thorough, calm, and completely honest about what I needed, and what I didn't.
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He listened to every concern and gave me the confidence to proceed. The recovery was better than I dared hope.
Rated 5 stars on Doctify
Book your consultation
Take the first step toward understanding your shoulder
The team will be in touch to confirm your appointment and answer any questions you have.
- No GP referral required
- Self-pay and major insurers accepted
- Strictly confidential. Used only to process your enquiry.
Request a consultation
Typical reply withinone working day
Clinic locations
Three central London hospitals
One Welbeck
1 Welbeck StreetLondon W1G 0AR Get directions →
King Edward VII's Hospital
Beaumont StreetLondon W1G 6AA Get directions →
St John & St Elizabeth Hospital
60 Grove End RoadLondon NW8 9NH Get directions →
Remote consultations available where clinically appropriate.
Common questions
Answers before you book
- No. You can self-refer directly. If using private health insurance, check your policy as some require a GP letter.
- Not necessarily. Plenty of shoulder problems settle with physiotherapy, injections or other non-surgical care. The first step is getting a clear diagnosis so you can see every appropriate option, surgical or otherwise.
- Typically 30–45 minutes. Mr Baring will take a full history, examine you thoroughly, and discuss your options.
- Mr Baring is recognised by Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, Cigna, Healix, Vitality, WPA, Allianz Care and others. Have your policy number and authorisation reference to hand when booking.
- Any existing X-rays or MRI scans, if you have them. You don't need to prepare anything else. Mr Baring will walk you through the rest at the appointment.
Shoulder pain that isn't improving deserves a specialist view.
Clear diagnosis. Honest options. Central London.