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Mr Sudhir Rao

Mr Sudhir Rao

Orthopaedic Surgeon

London, W1G 6AA

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39 years of experience
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39 years of experience
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Patient Trust Score

4.85

57 patient reviews

2 professional endorsements

4.86
Overall Experience
4.86
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.82
Explanation

69 recommendations for:

Knee Pain(10)
Knee Replacement(10)
Hip Replacement(8)
Other(41)

Recent patient review

21 Mar 2024

Mr Rao is reassuring and explains everything very well.

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About

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:

  • Hip disorders
  • Knee arthroscopy
  • Tendon repair
  • Primary and Complex Knee replacement
  • Joint Injection
  • High Tibial Osteotomy
  • Distal Femoral Osteotomy
  • Hip and Knee Core decompression
  • Sports injuries
  • Knee replacement
  • Hip replacement
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Fractures (broken bone)
  • Knee deformity
  • Hip impingement syndrome
  • Sports injuries of the Knee and Hip
  • Rehabilitation (After Orthopaedic surgery)

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Knee Pain (14%)
  • Knee Replacement (14%)
  • Hip Replacement (12%)
  • Arthroscopy (7%)
  • Arthritis (Knee) (6%)
  • Others (46%)

Subspecialties
  • Hip Surgery
  • Knee Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Knee Pain
  • Arthritis (Knee)
  • Dislocated Shoulder
  • Hip Impingement
  • Hip and Groin Pain
  • ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury
  • Arthritis (Hip)
  • Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the Hip
  • Fracture (Broken Bone)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Knee Replacement
  • Hip Replacement
  • Arthroscopy
  • Knee Injections (including Steroid, Hyaluronic acid, PRP and nStride)
  • Meniscal Repair
  • ACL Reconstruction
  • Joint Injection
  • Knee Ligament Repair
  • Tendon Repair
  • Chondral Grafting

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3526369


Qualifications

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


languages spoken
  • English
  • Gujarati
  • Hindi
  • Kannada
  • Marathi
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £270
  • Follow-up appointment: £150

insurers
  • Benenden
  • Bupa
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Four Points Assistance
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Vitality Health
  • WPA
  • Aviva Health
  • The Exeter
  • Simply Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • health-on-line
  • Legal & General
  • General Medical
  • Norwich Union
  • Cigna
  • Healix
  • CS Healthcare
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • Saga Insurance
  • Groupama

Location

All locations

King Edward VII's Hospital

4.82
(3291)
5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
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4.9
(904)
Bucks Cross Road Chelsfield, Orpington, United Kingdom, BR6 7RG
Bucks Cross Road Chelsfield, Orpington, United Kingdom, BR6 7RG
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Tuesday
09:30 - 11:30
Wednesday
16:00 - 19:45
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4.8
(781)
40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD
40-42 Lee Terrace, London, United Kingdom, SE3 9UD
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Tuesday
09:30 - 12:30
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Thursday
08:30 - 12:30
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4.85
(535)
125 Albemarle Road, Beckenham, United Kingdom, BR3 5HS
125 Albemarle Road, Beckenham, United Kingdom, BR3 5HS
Monday
08:30 - 12:00
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4.96
(26)
London Road, Sevenoaks, London, United Kingdom, TN13 2JD
London Road, Sevenoaks, London, United Kingdom, TN13 2JD
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09:30 - 11:30
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3 New Mill Road, Orpington, United Kingdom, BR5 3TW
3 New Mill Road, Orpington, United Kingdom, BR5 3TW
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Wednesday
09:30 - 11:30
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Reviews

All reviews(57)
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Last 30 days
Last 6 months
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Knee Pain (10)
Knee Replacement (9)
Hip Replacement (8)
Arthroscopy (5)
Arthritis (Knee) (4)

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11 %

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2 %

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

57 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Rao is reassuring and explains everything very well.

21 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Acromioclavicular Joint (ACJ) Excision

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

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.

21 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Knee Injections (including Steroid, Hyaluronic acid, PRP and nStride)
Knee Pain

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

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

18 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hip Replacement

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very understanding, offering a clear explanation of the knee and possible ways forward.

15 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Knee Replacement

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very nice took time to explain to me which I appreciated.

14 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hip Replacement
Knee Pain

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Always a pleasure to be seen by Mr Rao and I feel totally reassured whilst under his care.

13 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Knee Pain
Meniscal Repair
Arthroscopy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

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.

13 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Knee Replacement

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Good solution 👌 to my problems

08 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Dislocated Shoulder

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Made me feel calm and relaxed

06 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Tendon Repair

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

My experience with Mr. Sudhir Rao is respected because he explained to me about my procedure and gives me time to think about it

06 Mar 2024verified patient
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Most endorsed treatments/conditions
All endorsements
Orthopaedic Surgery (2)
Knee Replacement (1)
Knee Injections (including Steroid, Hyaluronic acid, PRP and nStride) (1)
Meniscal Repair (1)

2 endorsements

A good bedside manner and is always liked by his patients

22 Nov 2022
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Meniscal Repair
Hip and Groin Pain
+ 6 more

Mr Sam Singh

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

Superb surgeon wonderful doctor and an excellent colleagues

18 Jan 2020
Endorsed for
Orthopaedic Surgery
Knee Replacement

Mr Dimitri Yanni

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

FAQ

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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