Mr. Sudhir Rao is an experienced consultant specialising in knee, hip, shoulder surgery, and sports injuries. With 24 years of experience as a consultant, he is dedicated to providing the best and most current treatment options to his patients. His areas of expertise include knee replacement, hip replacement, knee arthroscopy, ACL surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, and sports surgery.
Mr. Rao completed his MBBS at the Seth GS Medical College in 1985. Following a three-year training scheme, he obtained the Master of Surgery in Orthopaedics. He then pursued further training in the UK within the Wessex Orthopaedic Training Scheme and earned the MCh (Orthopaedics) from the University of Liverpool in 1991. His dedication to his field led him to pass the FRCS(Ed) and FRCS(Glas) exams, and he was awarded the FRCS (Orthopaedics) in 1996. He has been serving as a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon since 1997.
Throughout his career, Mr. Rao has pursued specialised training to enhance his expertise. He completed a knee fellowship in Manchester in 1993 and a hip fellowship in 1994. In 1996, he underwent specialised training in knee and sports injuries in Boston, USA, and received training in shoulder surgery at the University of Washington.
Since 1997, Mr. Rao has held specialised knee/hip, shoulder, and sports clinics in both the NHS and private sectors. He has performed numerous knee arthroscopies, knee anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions, multi-ligament reconstructions, knee and hip replacements, as well as a full range of arthroscopic shoulder operations, including shoulder joint replacement and the reverse shoulder (Delta) replacement.
Mr. Rao has a particular interest in knee, hip, and shoulder surgery, and he possesses expertise in treating sports injuries related to football, rugby, and skiing, as well as managing arthritis in these joints. He welcomes both self-funded and insured patients and consults with patients at Chelsfield Park Hospital, Blackheath Hospital, and Sloane Hospital and KIMS Hospital, Maidstone where he serves both NHS and private patients.
Mr. Rao has expertise in the following areas:
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General Medical Council
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British Orthopaedic Association (BOA)
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons - International affiliate (AAOS)
British Association for Surgery of the Knee (BASK)
British Medical Association
Indian Orthopaedic Surgeons UK
Royal College of Surgeons of England
Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh
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57 reviews
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Mr Rao is reassuring and explains everything very well.
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I have been seeing Mr Rao for over 20 years and have no complaints regarding my injuries. The gentleman has always been very professional and supportive and very honest. All my surgery have been successful. Highly recommend Mr Rao.
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Mr Rao is easy to talk to and patiently answers any questions. I had no hesitation in approaching him to replace my right hip after the excellent experience I had when he replaced my left one seven years ago
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Very understanding, offering a clear explanation of the knee and possible ways forward.
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Very nice took time to explain to me which I appreciated.
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Always a pleasure to be seen by Mr Rao and I feel totally reassured whilst under his care.
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Mr Rao has been totally professional throughout my two knee replacement, he has given me my knees back , so adding quality to my life. A very nice easy to talk to professional surgeon . I have had no problem with the recovery.
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Good solution 👌 to my problems
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Made me feel calm and relaxed
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My experience with Mr. Sudhir Rao is respected because he explained to me about my procedure and gives me time to think about it
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A good bedside manner and is always liked by his patients
Mr Sam Singh
Superb surgeon wonderful doctor and an excellent colleagues
Mr Dimitri Yanni
What are Mr Sudhir Rao's reviews like?
Mr Sudhir Rao's overall patient rating is 4.85 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 57 reviews
What languages does Mr Sudhir Rao speak?
Mr Sudhir Rao speaks English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada and Marathi
Where is Mr Sudhir Rao located?
Mr Sudhir Rao primarily practices at King Edward VII's Hospital, located at 5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
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What are Mr Sudhir Rao working hours?
Mr Sudhir Rao is working Monday (08:30 - 12:00), Tuesday (09:30 - 11:30, 09:30 - 12:30), Wednesday (16:00 - 19:45, 09:30 - 11:30, 09:30 - 11:30), Thursday (08:30 - 12:30)
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