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Orthopaedic Surgeon
18 years of experience
Southampton, SO16 6UY
8 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Francesc Malagelada, Mr Amir Qureshi and 1 other professional
18 years of experience
Southampton, SO16 6UY
8 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Francesc Malagelada, Mr Amir Qureshi and 1 other professional
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Mr Darius Rad is a consultant paediatric orthopaedic surgeon with expertise in cerebral palsy, lower limb deformity corrections, knee sports surgery and foot and ankle deformity correction. He practises at Spire Southampton Hospital privately and undertakes his NHS work at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.
He holds an MBBS from the Victor Papilian School of Medicine at Lucian Blaga University, Romania and has undergone higher training in trauma, deformity correction, and foot and ankle pathology in several NHS trusts across the UK, including the Royal London Hospital. He has also completed fellowships at esteemed institutions such as the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust, the Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital, and the Children's Hospital for Wales in Cardiff.
Mr Rad is an active member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society (EPOS), where he serves as the chair of the website committee. He is also a member of the British Society for Surgery in Cerebral Palsy (BSSCP), the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA), and AO Foundation - AO Trauma, where he is a National Faculty member. He is a trustee for the Cerebral Palsy Sport charitable organisation.
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General Medical Council
No. 7069077
University Lucian Blaga of Sibiu
Medicine
Graduated 2008
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Mr Darius Rad is kind and thorough with patients. He provides clear explanations for diagnoses. He involves children and eases their worries. Reviews highlight his skill in children's joint problems, sports injuries, and paediatric fractures.
Mr Rad met myself and my 9 year old son recently, for concerns over ankle and heel pain. My son is autistic and Mr Rad really included him in the consultation, focussing clearly on him and engaging him brilliantly. Often he feels self conscious and embarassed but Mr Rad’s thoughtful and gentle manner avoided our usual issues. My son is not a fan of hospital and doctors appointments but he virtually bounced out of this one. He was thorough, reassuring, and gave clear supportive advice.
Mr Rad was very kind and clearly explained why my daughter has the various pains. He was calm and actually listened to her. She gets anxious about seeing a doctor but said that this was. Very positive experience.
We visited Mr Rad recently following a referral by a paediatrician over concerns with our daughter’s gross motor skills. Mr Rad carried out a thorough assessment of her in clinic and reassured us, giving us explanations as to why she might be experiencing delay and what our next steps should be. He was so kind and helpful - I would throughly recommend him to any parent.

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Very friendly and knowledgeable

Thanks so much! Hope all goes well. Please let me know if there is anything else I can do for you, anytime.
Very good manner and explanation to my 12 year old son. Took time to explain condition and very understanding.

Thank you! Hope he is doing better, soon.
Dr Rad is a great doctor. From the moment we met him until my son was discharged was professional, kind and friendly. I would definitely recommend him to parents as he shows genuine care for his patients.
Really knowledgeable and kind. Very calming and thoughtful.
Helpful, reassuring and pragmatic. Put my daughter at ease
Darius is an outstanding paediatric orthopaedic surgeon that I have known for many years. He is highly experienced and a very well respected colleague. His bedside manner is second to none and the feedback from his patients is always excellent. I highly recommend him for any paediatric orthopaedic consultation.
21 Dec 2025
Mr Francesc Malagelada
Orthopaedic SurgeonMr Rad is a valued colleague
28 Feb 2025
Mr Amir Qureshi
Orthopaedic SurgeonWell regarded surgeon. Recommend as an excellent opinion.
07 Mar 2023
Mr Thomas Crompton
Orthopaedic SurgeonWhat are Mr Darius Rad's reviews like?
Mr Darius Rad's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 46 reviews.
What languages does Mr Darius Rad speak?
Mr Darius Rad speaks English and Romanian
Where is Mr Darius Rad located?
Mr Darius Rad primarily practices at Spire Southampton Hospital, located at Chalybeate Close, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6UY
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What are Mr Darius Rad working hours?
Mr Darius Rad is working Thursday (14:00 - 18:00)
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