Orthopaedic Surgeon
Lancaster, LA1 3AQ
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Mr Kumar is a highly skilled consultant orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in the treatment of upper limb conditions. Since 2011 he has been based at the Royal Lancaster infirmary and has extensive experience in treating patients with degenerative conditions, sports injuries and trauma to the shoulder and elbow. He also takes part in the trauma on call rota at the Royal Lancaster infirmary and is a recognised trainer of junior doctors.
As a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Mr Kumar is an expert in keyhole surgery and uses minimally invasive techniques to ensure safety and comfortable recovery. Patients can expect a thorough examination and treatment when under his care.
In addition to this clinical work, Mr Kumar also has extensive experience in various academic and governance roles. He has co-authored more than 20 publications in peer-reviewed journals, contributed to various presentations and case reports. During his training he has had research experience in the University of Leicester.
He serves as a representative of the Royal College of surgeons on the appointment panels to recruit consultants in various NHS organisations, as well as an examiner for the Royal College of surgeons. He has been a member of the medicolegal committee of the British Orthopaedic Association since 2019 and he is a fellow of the Royal College of surgeons of both England and Edinburgh.
More recently, Mr Kumar has been selected as a Surgical Specialty Board Member in Trauma & Orthopaedics by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and also as the Regional Professional Advisor for the Northwest region by the Royal College of Surgeons of England. He also serves as a performance assessor for the General Medical Council and practitioner performance advice (PPA.) He holds an LLM in Medical law and ethics from de Montfort University, Leicester. With this extensive experience and knowledge in the field of orthopaedics, patients can trust Mr Kumar to provide the highest quality of care.
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General Medical Council
No. 5198357
MB BS 1993 Calicut University
Royal College of Surgeons
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33 reviews
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There is always room for improvement but I am happy with my reception and treatment today. All was well and I am pleased with how the whole session went.
5
I would like to praise Mr kumar on my reception to my discharge. Very polite and informative with a great bedside Manor making me feel at ease. The procedure he done was neat and progressively straightened my ring finger via the op without a splint support I was given a great recovery period with support for the wound until healed all very friendly supportive and professional I hope he will do my starting dupuytren's contracture in my other hand in the future
5
Brilliant can't thank you enough! 🙏
5
Mr Kumar has a very pleasant, friendly and professional manner, he is very clear and precise when explaining the procedure required which is very helpful and I found less stressful
5
Could not have been in better hands. Very experienced, excellent manner, thorough, explains everything and in my case definitely provided wonderful results
5
Very good and good timing
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Nice chap
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Informative
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Check up after surgery - whole experience from start to finish excellent - been in safe hands & my health care been top notch all the way. Thank you.
5
He is very kind and explains the procedure very simply and in a very understandable way
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3 endorsements
Mr Kumar is very competent upper limb surgeon who provides the best possible care based on modern Upto date techniques He has very high standards and ethical values. This reflects in the care he provides to the patients. His patients are his top priority which reflects in the care he provides.
Mr Shashi Garg
Mr Kumar is a fantastic surgeon. He communicates very well with his patients. He’s very calm, composed and a wonderful human being. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to my patients, friends and family
Professor Kuntal Patel
Mr Kumar is a skilled surgeon and medico-legal expert who always provides the highest quality of care to his patients.
Mr Merzesh Magra
What are Mr Shyam Kumar's reviews like?
Mr Shyam Kumar's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 33 reviews
What languages does Mr Shyam Kumar speak?
Mr Shyam Kumar speaks English, Hindi and Malayalam
Where is Mr Shyam Kumar located?
Mr Shyam Kumar primarily practices at The Lancaster Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Meadowside, Lancaster, United Kingdom, LA1 3AQ
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What are Mr Shyam Kumar working hours?
Mr Shyam Kumar is working Wednesday (09:00 - 12:30)
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