Stuart A. Aitken

Stuart A. Aitken, MD, FRCS, MBChB

Patient Rating
4.7 out of 5 (142 Ratings, 38 Comments)
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Profile

Gender:
Male

Specialties:

Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, and Surgery

Areas of Interest

Dr. Aitken is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic trauma specialist and knee surgeon who treats patients as a member of MaineGeneral Orthopaedics' medical staff. He brings a specialty focus of complex fracture care to the practice's comprehensive orthopaedic care. He also performs various types of surgery to treat arthritis of the knee. View Dr. Aitken's video profile below.

Languages Spoken

  • English

Education

Education

2006
University of Glasgow Medical School, Glasgow, Scotland, Medical School
2013
University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, Doctorate, Medicine

Residency

2007
St. John's Hospital Livingston, Royal Infirmary Edinburgh, Stirling Royal Infirmary, Scotland, Surgery
2015
South East Scotland Training Programme, Scotland, Orthopaedics

Fellowship

2008
Royal Infirmary Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, Trauma
2016
Foothills Medical Centre, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Orthopaedic Trauma

Board Certifications

  • Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Surgery

Office Information

Locations

Media

Patient Reviews

November 13, 2024
All good
November 11, 2024
I would recommend that they not train the male ladies or men in rehab. That they choose a less delicate place to have them train to avoid injuries. Thank you. Bye.
November 11, 2024
Dr. Aitken listened to my concerns, spent adequate amount of time with me, I didn't feel rushed. He certainly knew my medical hx relating to the arm fractures.
November 04, 2024
They were friendly, very helpful, and I trust them completely. Thank you. Bye. Okay, that's it.
October 28, 2024
Day surgery staff, Dr. Aitken, and the team that did my nerve block were outstanding.
October 21, 2024
Dr Aitken answered all of my questions and reassured me that my healing process was heading in the right direction; even though I was in hopes of going to back to work much sooner - I have to agree with his guidance.
October 16, 2024
Dr. Aitken was easy to understand when he explained the injury that I had received and the surgery that he did. His explanations were clear. His direction for the future treatment were reassuring.
October 16, 2024
I want to thank my Team for giving me a no worry experience - I tend to worry a lot, nervous too. But, not today.
October 14, 2024
Dr. Aitken was very, very, very professional. He did not hurry. He made us feel like he really cared what was going on and took his time and explained everything, and I was very, very thankful. He's a great doctor. Thank you.
October 02, 2024
All good.
September 25, 2024
Great people!!
September 25, 2024
I trust Dr Aitken 100% with my health care. His nurse makes me feel very well cared for. I love this team!
September 25, 2024
What a happy place. Really great experience. Loved this Dr. And all the staff I encountered.
September 25, 2024
Dr Aitken is amazing. Reassuring and thorough in explaining my surgery and after care. From the initial check in, doctors, nurses and techs in the OR was excellent.
September 09, 2024
Dr. Aitken and his team are great!
September 09, 2024
Everyone in this office is very nice and caring.
August 26, 2024
He is very thorough and puts you at ease!
August 12, 2024
Dr Aitken made me feel great about my treatment. I feel like I would call on him again if the need arises. I think he is a great surgeon. Very happy with my treatment
August 12, 2024
It took a very long time to get my knee seen.
August 05, 2024
Both my husband and I are very pleased with the care we received. Thank you for caring.
August 05, 2024
Im so glad i changed to Maine General doctors instead of Northern light. The service is so much better and they care about their patients.
July 08, 2024
Very impressed with the facility and the entire staff. Have recommended to many others.
July 08, 2024
I like dr aitken
July 08, 2024
I was in family/loving care, most incouragement of me responsibility using the Teamseffort to direct my efforts in Ah very understanding WAY (Thank~You "all, especially DOC'!)
July 08, 2024
Excellent experience in that office. They are all very helpful to me. Thanks everyone for excellent service and care.
July 08, 2024
Dr. Aitken took as much time as was needed to fully review my situation, to discuss the recovery options, and to develop a follow-up plan of treatment. I realized he had a busy schedule. However, it was clear to me that his entire focus was on my condition and that he was not ending the appointment until we were both comfortable with a plan of treatment that we mutually agreed upon.
May 29, 2024
Dr. Aitken is quite a surgeon. Pleased with his work.
May 22, 2024
Outstanding team of professionals. One year anniversary of total knee replacement with excellent results. Could not be more thankful and pleased...
May 13, 2024
I came back up to Maine just so I could have your special advice.
April 29, 2024
Nothing but the best from Dr Aitken and staff.
April 24, 2024
Dr Aitken has been a great doctor - he explains everything so I can understand the medical terms in normal language. I would highly recommend him .
February 12, 2024
Just a wonderful crew, helpful and courtious people and extemely competent staff and doctors.
January 31, 2024
My mom was the patient, and loves the doctor. He explained everything very well and is very caring. All staff were very friendly and efficient.
January 10, 2024
Staff very nice and helpful and they know what they are doing!! Grateful for excellent care!!
January 03, 2024
Great people.
December 27, 2023
The emergency room was a horror site went in at 9 pm did not see doctor until 6 am so many sick people it was like a apocalypse do not recommend going there if you have another option
December 27, 2023
I am extremely high anxiety patient and they did well trying to assure me and keep me calm
December 11, 2023
I find MaineGeneral Orthopaedics is exceptionally helpful and friendly. This will be my second knee surgery and went through the first one without any anxiety or hesitation due to their thorough preparation. Keep up the good work. I am thoroughly impressed and pleased with Dr. Aitken and his staff.
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