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Mr Ramesh Thurairaja

Mr Ramesh Thurairaja

Urologist

Belgravia, SW1X 7HY

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25 years of experience
Verified profile
25 years of experience

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1 professional endorsement

3 recommendations for:

Bladder Cancer(1)
Robotic Cystectomy(1)
Transurethral Resection of a Bladder Tumour (TURBT)(1)

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About

Ramesh is consultant urological surgeon at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. He undertook his first fellowship at the world-renowned Inselspital in Bern, Switzerland where he was mentored by Professor Urs Studer in prostate and bladder cancer and open reconstructive surgery, particularly in creating ‘Studer' orthotropic bladder substitution.

His second fellowship was in robotic prostate and bladder cancer surgery and reconstruction at Southmead Hospital, Bristol. Ramesh was originally appointed as a consultant urological surgeon at Kent & Canterbury Hospital where he successfully started and led the robotic bladder cancer service for East Kent. In 2014, Ramesh moved to Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital as a consultant urological surgeon to join the internationally renowned tertiary Bladder Cancer Team. He is now the Bladder Cancer Lead at Guy's & St Thomas'.

Ramesh performs both open and robotic surgery including intra-corporeal urinary diversion including orthotopic neobladders using the Da Vinci robotic system for bladder cancer and reconstructive surgery. In addition, Ramesh started and now runs the first and only dedicated Radiation Cystitis Clinic in the UK dealing with all aspects of urological problems following pelvic radiotherapy. He also has a specialist interest in Genomics Medicine dealing with personalised healthcare.

Ramesh completed his MD thesis with the University of London in Prostate Cancer and has published over 20 articles on various topics within urology in international journals. He is a tutor at King's College London GKT School of Medical Education and the clinical supervisor for the Royal College of Surgeons (BAUS) Bladder Cancer Fellowship.

Ramesh sees all general urological complaints and have particular interests in urological cancers, radiation cystitis, recurrent urinary tract infections and chronic pelvic pain.

Ramesh is married to a GP and has 2 boys. He live in Hertfordshire and enjoys keeping fit and cooking.

His philosophy is "Tailored medical care for your concern, complaint or condition."


Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

Holmium Laser Ablation to the Bladder, Trans-urethral resection of prostate, Robotic Cystectomy and Urinary Diversion (ileal conduit, Orthotopic Neobladder, Mitrofanoff Continent Diversion, Cutaneous Ureterostomy), Bladder Augmentation, Epidydimal cyst removal, Management of recurrent UTIs and Chronic Pelvic Pain

Radiation Cystitis


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Bladder Cancer (33%)
  • Robotic Cystectomy (33%)
  • Transurethral Resection of a Bladder Tumour (TURBT) (33%)

Subspecialties
  • General Urology
  • Male and Female Incontinence
  • Reconstructive Urology
  • Urological Oncology

All conditions and treatments
  • Benign Prostate Hyperplasia
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Bladder Pain
  • Blood in Urine (Haematuria)
  • Overactive Bladder
  • Testicular Pain
  • Undescended Testicle
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Urological Cancers
  • Bladder Instillation
  • Blue Light Cystoscopy
  • Circumcision
  • Female and Reconstructive Urology
  • Hydrocelectomy
  • Orchidectomy
  • Orchiopexy for Undescended Testicle (UDT)
  • PSA Testing
  • Prostate Cancer Diagnostics
  • Prostatectomy (TURP)

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4520429


Qualifications

Bachelor of Medicine (University of Southampton) 1998

Doctorate in Medicine (University of London) 2005

Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS Urol) 2010

Fellow of the European Board of Urology (European Board of Urology) 2011

Member of the British Association of Urological Surgeon

Member of the Royal College of Surgoens Edinburgh

Member of European Urology Association


languages spoken
  • English
  • German
  • Tamil
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £180

insurers
  • WPA
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Bupa
  • General Medical
  • Simply Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Cigna
  • Vitality Health
  • The Exeter
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Healix
  • Aetna

Location

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Cleveland Clinic London

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33 Grosvenor Place, Belgravia, United Kingdom, SW1X 7HY
33 Grosvenor Place, Belgravia, United Kingdom, SW1X 7HY
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4.94
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24 Portland Pl, London, United Kingdom, W1B 1LU
24 Portland Pl, London, United Kingdom, W1B 1LU
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Cleveland Clinic Moorgate Outpatient Centre, 55 Moorgate, London, United Kingdom, EC2R 6BH
Cleveland Clinic Moorgate Outpatient Centre, 55 Moorgate, London, United Kingdom, EC2R 6BH
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Most endorsed treatments/conditions
All endorsements
Bladder Cancer (1)
Robotic Cystectomy (1)
Transurethral Resection of a Bladder Tumour (TURBT) (1)

1 endorsement

Ramesh is an expert in the field of bladder cancer and robotic surgery. He provides patient care to the highest standard. His communication skills are excellent and his attention to detail is exemplar. I have both worked with and referred patients to Ramesh and my patients are always more than satisfied with the care received and the prompt nature of review.

09 Feb 2024
Endorsed for
Robotic Cystectomy
Transurethral Resection of a Bladder Tumour (TURBT)
Bladder Cancer

Mr Sonpreet Rai

Urology
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FAQ

What languages does Mr Ramesh Thurairaja speak?

Mr Ramesh Thurairaja speaks English, German and Tamil

Where is Mr Ramesh Thurairaja located?

Mr Ramesh Thurairaja primarily practices at Cleveland Clinic London, located at 33 Grosvenor Place, Belgravia, United Kingdom, SW1X 7HY
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