Dr Ravi Kumar
MBBS, FRCPCH (UK), PG cert medical education
38 years of experience
Berkshire, RG1 6NS
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38 years of experience
Berkshire, RG1 6NS
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7 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Krishna Soondrum
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About Dr Ravi Kumar
Dr. Ravi Kumar is a highly experienced Consultant Paediatrician with more than 2 decades of experience as a consultant and a further 14 years of Paediatric experience prior to that. His expertise includes the diagnosis and management of a wide range of paediatric conditions as listed below
Dr. Kumar practises privately at Spire Dunedin Hospital on Bath Road in Reading, where he offers his expertise in general paediatrics. He received his specialist registrar training in the Oxford Deanery and joined the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust in Reading as a Consultant Paediatrician in 2002.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Kumar is passionate about education and training in the field of paediatrics. Over the last 18 years, he has held various roles in education and training. He has also completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education and he teaches medical students from Southampton & Oxford Medical schools. He serves as a Senior Royal College Examiner for MRCPCH for Paediatric Trainees. His dedication to paediatric care and education makes him a respected figure in his field.
Dr Ravi Kumar is happy to see anyone who is under 17 years of age with paediatric problems as listed below.
Areas of expertise
- Infant feeding problems, Gastro oesophageal Reflux disease, Cow's Milk Protein Allergy, Blood In Stools, Constipation, Loose stools, colic, Food Intolerance, Lactose Intolerance , reccurent abdominal pain
- Reccurent respiratory infections / Chest Infections, wheezing, chestiness, Asthma, noisy breathing/ Chest deformities
- Dizziness, syncope (loss of consciousness), palpitations, chest pain, heart murmurs, Kawasaki Disease
- Seizures, any neurological concerns
- Unusual skull shapes in infants
- Gait Abnormalities, leg Pains, Vit D deficiency Rickets
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs), urinary incontinence
- Concerns re growth or puberty
- Child Development - initial assessment and appropriate referrals
- Any other child related concerns
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4458872
Education
Berhampur University
Medicine
Graduated 1988
Qualifications
MB BS 1988 Berhampur University
FRCPCH, Royal College of Paediatrics UK
Postgraduate certificate in Medical education
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Languages spoken
- English
- Hindi
- Oriya
- Telugu
Insurers
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Bupa
- Cigna
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- WPA
- Healix Health Services
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
Fees
New appointment
£250.00Follow-up appointment
£150.00
Locations
Spire Dunedin Hospital
16 Bath Road, Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom, RG1 6NS
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Royal Berkshire Hospital Private
London Road, Reading, United Kingdom, RG1 5AN
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Dr Ravi Kumar is friendly, professional, and caring with patients, clearly explaining procedures and ensuring children and parents feel at ease during consultations. He conducts thorough assessments and offers knowledgeable guidance based on patient concerns. Dr Kumar shows genuine interest in each family, providing excellent support including appropriate specialist referrals. Many patient presentations involve stomach and abdominal pain, along with a wide range of other paediatric health issues.
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Dr Ravi Kumar put us at ease straight away. Very engaging, calm and personable. A thorough appointment and helpful conversation.
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Dr. Kumar explained everything clearly with no ambiguity and we fully understood our situation and next steps. He was especially impressive engaging with my Neurodivergent son and placing him at ease in a situation that he would usually experience heightened anxiety.
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Has been very helpful and has provided clear, concise explanations to all of our questions with patience and professionalism.
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Dr Kumar was very thorough in explaining to us all relevant symptoms to our case. He is very cooperative and responsive to our questions
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Dr Kumar was amazing during our recent visit. He treated us with kindness, calmness, and professionalism, explaining everything clearly. As first-time parents, we really appreciated this, and it made us feel at ease. We will definetly be back for any concerns on checks on our little men.
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Attended Dr Kumar’s paediatric clinic for a heart scan on my almost 5 month old. Baby did not enjoy having the scan but Dr Kumar was able to work around this and still get a diagnosis which was excellent.
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Dr. Ravi Kumar is one of the finest paediatricians we have ever met. We take both of our children to see him, and his knowledge, patience, and exceptional way of interacting with children are truly outstanding. He has been our first point of contact for anything related to our children's health. He is calm, compassionate, and understanding, and he always takes the time to listen carefully to our concerns without making us feel rushed. What sets Dr. Ravi Kumar apart is not only his expertise but also the genuine care and reassurance he provides to both children and parents. He explains diagnoses and treatment plans clearly, ensuring we feel informed and confident every step of the way. His warm, gentle approach helps our children feel comfortable during every visit, which is invaluable as a parent. We wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Ravi Kumar to anyone looking for an exceptional paediatrician. His professionalism, kindness, and dedication to providing the highest standard of care make him an outstanding doctor, and we are incredibly grateful to have him caring for our children.
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Dr Kumar is a pleasant professional individual. Great advice and moved things along very quickly for my 16 year old son. Very pleased with the referral and glad we picked Dr Kumar.
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Cannot recommend highly enough! Very calm, really personable, knowledgeable and warm. Conveys information in a relatable and succinct manner.
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Dr Ravi Kumar is an outstanding general paediatrician. He is meticulous in assessment, compassionate with families and highly collaborative in multidisciplinary care. I rate his clinical judgment and thoughtful management plans. He is an excellent colleague and families consistently speak highly of him.
07 Oct 2025
Dr Krishna Soondrum
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What are Dr Ravi Kumar's reviews like?
Dr Ravi Kumar's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 268 reviews.
What languages does Dr Ravi Kumar speak?
Dr Ravi Kumar speaks English, Hindi, Oriya and Telugu
Where is Dr Ravi Kumar located?
Dr Ravi Kumar primarily practices at Spire Dunedin Hospital, located at 16 Bath Road, Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom, RG1 6NS
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What are Dr Ravi Kumar working hours?
Dr Ravi Kumar is working Wednesday (08:30 - 17:00)
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