Advancing orthopaedic care through research, education and service.

The Thompson Institute exists to support research, clinical education, training and outreach initiatives that improve musculoskeletal care, develop the next generation of clinicians, and share knowledge across the UK and internationally.

FocusResearch, education, training doctors and physiotherapists.
ScopeArmed forces support, Veterans Aware in the NHS, fellowship and clinician development.

What the Institute supports

Our work focuses on advancing orthopaedic research, strengthening education and training, and supporting projects that make a lasting difference.

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Research

Supporting clinical studies, outcomes research and projects that improve orthopaedic decision‑making, patient pathways and long‑term results.

Education and training

Education & training

Helping train doctors, physiotherapists and future clinicians through teaching, mentorship, fellowships and structured learning events.

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Outreach & service

Showcasing charitable work, overseas and UK‑based outreach, and support for patients, teams and organisations in need of specialist expertise.

Previous work and impact

This section is where Simon’s story and his track‑record can be showcased for philanthropists, partners and visitors.

Support for the armed forcesPrivate sector contributions, clinical support and project work with armed forces personnel. Simon this can be illustrated with your own photographs and case examples.
Veterans Aware in the NHSAwareness, advocacy and practical improvements for veterans within NHS settings, including service development and recognition work.
Fellowship and clinician developmentTraining, mentorship and educational work with surgeons, doctors and physiotherapists, including fellowship training and course involvement.
Our programmes recognise and support the armed forces community, and reflect Simon’s commitment to veterans and service personnel within healthcare.
Armed Forces Covenant

Education & training gallery

Education and training photo
Education and training
Training at Imperial College
Training at Imperial College
Overseas visiting education for doctors
Overseas visiting education for doctors
Training doctors of the future
Training doctors of the future

Ways to support the Institute

We make it straightforward for donors, philanthropists and partners to support the Institute’s work.

Donation & support ideas
  • One‑off donations towards specific projects
  • Regular monthly support for education and training
  • Project sponsorship for research or outreach initiatives
  • Bursaries for clinicians from under‑resourced settings
  • Funding for fellowships, courses or visiting programmes

Our purpose

We bring together research, education and outreach in support of better orthopaedic care. The Institute is a platform for teaching, collaboration and charitable work that helps build knowledge, support clinicians and benefit patients.

Our work

The Thompson Institute is developing a programme of research, education and outreach that will grow over time. As the Institute evolves, we will continue to add projects, partnerships and stories that reflect the work being done now and the ambitions for the future.

Contact and visits

A straightforward enquiry route for donors, professional partners and anyone wishing to discuss institute visits, educational collaboration or charitable support.

100% of donations are used for the Institute's charitable objectives.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 020 3475 3479