Mr Chye Yew Ng
MBChB(Honours)
FRCS(Tr&Orth)
Diploma in Sports & Exercise Medicine
British Diploma in Hand Surgery
European Board of Hand Surgery Diploma (Best Performance Award)
Mr Ng is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with specialist expertise in hand, wrist and peripheral nerve surgery. Based at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust, he leads a comprehensive NHS practice focused on delivering expert care in these fields. He also provides private consultations as part of the OrthTeam.
Education and Early Career
Mr Ng graduated in 2002 as the most distinguished MBChB graduate of the year, receiving both the Ettles Scholarship and the Leslie Gold Medal from the University of Edinburgh. He completed his orthopaedic training at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, where he developed a strong foundation in trauma and orthopaedic surgery. His drive for excellence led him to pursue advanced subspecialty training, including an Upper Limb Fellowship at Wrightington Hospital and a National Interface (Orthoplastic) Hand Fellowship in Manchester.
To continually refine his expertise, Mr Ng has visited world-renowned centres of excellence across Europe, North America, and Asia, observing and learning from leading experts in hand and nerve surgery. His commitment to lifelong learning has earned him several prestigious awards, including the Zimmer SCOT Travelling Fellowship, BOA Travelling Fellowship, FESSH Travelling Award, and the BSSH Stack Fellowship. Additionally, he holds the British Diploma in Hand Surgery and the European Board of Hand Surgery Diploma, for which he received the Best Performance Award.
Consultant Appointment and Clinical Leadership
In 2013, Mr Ng was appointed as a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust. Soon after, he established and developed a new clinical service dedicated to treating brachial plexus injuries and complex peripheral nerve injuries, significantly enhancing the care available to these patients. In addition, he has cultivated a particular expertise in managing scapular winging, painful neuroma, and scaphoid nonunion, further expanding the quality and scope of care provided to his patients.
In recognition of his contributions to research and clinical innovation, Mr Ng was awarded the Best Example of Research, Innovation and Improvement STAR Award in 2023 at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust.
Research and Publications
Mr Ng is currently the Research Lead for the Specialist Services Division at his Trust, actively engaging in cutting-edge research and clinical trials. He has authored over 70 publications and contributed 6 book chapters. Additionally, he has shared his expertise through 3 surgical videos featured in the second edition of Wide Awake Hand Surgery and Therapy Tips. Mr Ng is also part of the Wrightington editorial team for a series of textbooks on Sports Injuries of the Upper Limb.
National and International Contributions
Mr Ng has made significant national contributions to the field of hand surgery. From 2018 to 2024, he served as a council member of the British Society for Surgery of the Hand (BSSH), influencing key developments in hand surgery across the UK. Internationally, Mr Ng was part of the scientific organising committee for the IFSSH, IFSHT, and FESSH Combined Congress, which was successfully held in London in 2022, contributing to one of the most prestigious global hand surgery events.
Contributions to Training and Education
Mr Ng has played an instrumental role in training the next generation of hand surgeons. From 2015 to 2018, he served as the Upper Limb Fellowship Director at Wrightington Hospital, overseeing the training of future specialists. His leadership continued as the Chair of the Training Interface Group in Hand Surgery from 2021 to 2024, where he oversaw the expansion of approved training units across the UK and updated the JCST Fellowship Hand Surgery Curriculum.
Mr Ng continues his educational contributions as the lead trainer for the Training Interface Group hand fellow at his Trust, mentoring future specialists in the field.
Clinical Care and Expertise for Professional Athletes
Mr Ng’s reputation for delivering expert clinical care extends beyond the general patient population, with a particular focus on treating professional athletes, including Premiership footballers and members of the Great Britain (GB) team. His deep understanding of the complex injuries sustained in high-performance sports has made him a trusted specialist for athletes seeking to return to peak performance. Patients have travelled from across the UK to benefit from Mr Ng’s expertise in hand, wrist, and peripheral nerve surgery. His meticulous approach to diagnosis and treatment, coupled with his innovative techniques, ensures optimal outcomes for these elite athletes, enabling them to recover and continue their professional careers.
Conclusion
Mr Ng’s dedication to clinical innovation, research, and education, combined with his national and international contributions, positions him as a leading expert in hand, wrist and peripheral nerve surgery. He is a sought-after speaker at national and international scientific meetings and remains committed to advancing the field through his research and training efforts. He also offers private consultations as part of the OrthTeam, providing specialist care for patients seeking private treatment.