"I was born with congenital dislocation of hips; the disability has had a huge impact on my life. I was made aware, after attending a talk on joint replacements, that the Avon Orthopaedic Centre carries out excellent surgery, especially for more complex conditions like mine. The Orthopaedic team carried out total hip replacements of both my hips and two year on I am now able to ride a bicycle, swim long distances and walk so well that no one would know I had had surgery at all. As a patient I have been involved in both raising money for and performing further research in this area and I would like to encourage other patients to do the same for The Bristol Orthopaedic Trust." Victoria, aged 40

"I had a knee ligament reconstruction - the whole process was dealt with professionalism and efficiency and I was very please with the outcome - a good working knee" James, aged 48

Peter, 75 years old, a keen square dancer and caller had a "half knee replacement" in 2009. He reported that "five weeks after my operation I was able to throw away my walking sticks and once again enjoy the call. The operation has really enhanced my quality of life"

"Every time I enjoy a walk I think of the Avon Orthopaedic Centre. Thank you for my perfect total hip replacement" David, aged 75