Lindsey Hadfield

Qualifications

BSc Occupational Therapy, PG Cert Hand Therapy

Specialisms

Adult Hand & Upper Limb Conditions, Adult Orthopaedics & Rheumatology

Introduction

I have been qualified and HCPC registered since 1997. I identified my interest in Occupational Therapy and Hand/Upper Limb management early on in my training.  My career pathway, courses attended and skills attained reflect my enthusiasm and motivation in this specialism.

I have considerable experience in hand and upper limb trauma and elective orthopaedics, rheumatology, plastics, and congenital upper limb management.  My specialism as a hand therapist means that I am an expert in functional assessment, post operative management and advising on aids, adaptations and functional restoration.   I am highly competent in splinting, scar management and standardised assessment.

Experienced in all areas of occupational hand therapy, I provide holistic care that addresses all aspects of recovery and adaptation. I work with integrity, compassion and objectivity. I pride myself on professional skills that demonstrate my ability to be organised, efficient and responsive. I am very committed to clinical excellence and governance and am a credible and robust communicator. I have been involved in service development throughout my career, and have developed care pathways, advocated for patients and improved access to care in all roles.

With over 25 years of experience, I have worked within the NHS and Private sector, and have a significant skill set in developing and maintaining therapeutic relationships with individuals and teams. I am currently clinical lead for an NHS Hand Therapy service, managing a small team and caseload of trauma and elective hands. Having been appointed to lead teams throughout my career, I have significant experience in service development and delivery. As such I am proficient in both autonomous and close team working.

I accept instructions from both claimant and defendant solicitors and insurers. I have undergone formal training in the medico-legal process and am fully aware of my responsibilities under Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) pertaining to expert witnesses.