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Mr Krishna Vemulapalli

MBBS; FRCS; FRCS (Tr & Orth)

Orthopaedic Surgeon

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32 years of experience

Essex, IG9 5HX

(+3 more)

76 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr K A Ziali Sivardeen, Dr Rajesh Banka and 38 other professionals

4.98

/5

(447 reviews)

Live bookings available

32 years of experience

Essex, IG9 5HX

(+3 more)

76 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr K A Ziali Sivardeen, Dr Rajesh Banka and 38 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Foot and Ankle Surgery
139
1
Sports Injuries
75
Joint Pain
46

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About Mr Krishna Vemulapalli

I am a Consultant Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon at Barking, Havering & Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, with my NHS practice based at King George Hospital (Goodmayes) and Queen’s Hospital (Romford, Essex). My specialist interests include adult foot and ankle surgery (both simple and complex) and paediatric orthopaedics, though I also manage general trauma and orthopaedic conditions, including hip and knee surgery.

I am committed to delivering patient-centred, evidence-based care, offering minimally invasive surgery, arthroscopic procedures, and advanced ankle replacement techniques to optimise recovery and function. My approach to private practice reflects my NHS work; I provide a professional, compassionate service, ensuring that every patient receives the highest standard of treatment tailored to their needs.

Specialist Interests

  • Foot & Ankle Surgery: Ankle replacement, bunion correction, ligament reconstruction, deformity correction, Flat foot, High arched foot, midfoot deformities, tendon problem, mortons neuroma and anyother simple or complex foot and ankle problems
  • Paediatric Orthopaedics: DDH, Perthes disease, SUFE, Gait abnormalities, flat feet, Clubfoot (Ponseti method), developmental foot conditions, Bow legs, Knock Knees and all kinds of paediatric musculo skeletal problems.
  • Sports Injuries: Foot and ankle fractures, Achilles tendon injuries, ligament damage
  • Arthroscopic & Minimally Invasive Surgery: Keyhole procedures for ankle and foot conditions
  • General Trauma & Orthopaedics: Hip and knee surgery, fracture management

Qualifications & Training

  • MBBS, FRCS, FRCS (Tr & Orth)
  • Basic Surgical Training: Newcastle-upon-Tyne
  • Higher Surgical Training: The Royal London Hospital & Percivall Pott Rotation
  • Fellowships:Foot & Ankle Surgery - Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital
    Paediatric Orthopaedics - Royal London Hospital
    Ilizarov Travelling Fellowship - Kurgan, Russia

I am an Honorary Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary University, London, dedicated to teaching and training the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons. I organise and teach on various practical orthopaedic and FRCS examination courses, including:

  1. Queen’s FRCS (Tr & Orth) Clinical Course
  2. Ponseti Course for Clubfoot
  3. Queen’s MRCS Mock Exam Course
  4. Orthopaedic & Trauma Course for A&E

I played a key role in Queen’s Hospital being named 'Training Hospital of the Year 2014' for Trauma & Orthopaedics in the Royal London Rotation, and my contributions to training have been recognised through multiple awards.

Awards & Recognitions

  • Trainer of the Year (Winner) – Percivall Pott Rotation (2015)
  • Highly Commended Clinical Supervisor of the Year – UCL Partners (2016)
  • Certificate of Excellence – "I Want Great Care" (2016–2025)
  • BHR Star of the Month – December 2012
  • BHR Star of the Year (Runner-up) – 2013
  • Nominated for BHRT Staff Pride Awards
  • Professional Excellence Award – Telugu NRI Forum @ British Parliament (2014)
  • Nominated for Trainer of the Year – 2015, 2016, 2018, 2020, 2021 and 2022
  • Chief architect for BONES (BHRUT Orthopaedics NHS Elective Surgery) Project which is a pioneer NHS High Volume week performing 135 Hip & Knee arthoplasties and 85-day cases in a week in October 2020

Patient-Centred Approach

I believe in clear communication, shared decision-making, and personalised treatment plans to help patients regain mobility and return to daily activities as quickly as possible. My practice is driven by compassion and professionalism, ensuring every patient receives the best possible care, whether through conservative management or surgery.

Personal Profile

I live in Essex with my wife, a GP, and our two sons and daughter. Outside of work, I enjoy cricket, reading, travelling, spending time with my family, and experimenting with Indian cooking.


Subspecialties

  • Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Foot & Ankle Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(589)
Skill Endorsements
(43)

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Foot and Ankle Surgery
139
1
Sports Injuries
75
Joint Pain
46
Fracture (Broken Bone)
40
Children's Joint Problems
37
Achilles Tendon Problems
30
Ankle Sprain (Ligament Injury)
27
Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
15
Ankle Tendonitis
13
Ankle Fractures
11
1
Stress Fractures
11
Foot Pain
11
Leg Pain
10
Flat Feet
10
MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
9
Tendon Injuries
8
Toe Fractures
8
Bunion Correction Surgery (Bunionectomy)
5
1
Foot Fractures
6
Plantar Fasciitis
5
Knee Arthroscopy
3
2
Swollen Feet & Ankles
5
Big Toe Fusion Surgery
4
Knee Pain
3
Patella (Kneecap) Dislocation
3
Back Pain
3
Morton's Neuroma
3
Bursitis
3
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
3
Gait Abnormalities
2
Football Injury
2
Heel Pain
2
Osteoarthritis
2
Joint Injection
2
Ankle Replacement
1
1
Appendicectomy
2
Hip Dysplasia
2
Steroid Injection
2
Ankle Arthroscopy
2
Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
2
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
1
Reactive Arthritis
1
Neck Pain
1
Tendinopathy (Tendonitis)
1
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
1
Shoulder Pain
1
Gastric Sleeve
1
Aortic Dissection
1
Lactose Intolerance
1
Bladder Cancer
1
Arthroscopy
1
Cataracts
1
Verruca
1
Ultrasound
1
Ear Infections
1
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
1
Tonsillitis
1
Constipation
1
Prostate Cancer
1
Ganglion Cyst Removal
1
Minimally Invasive Foot & Ankle Surgery
1
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
1
Partial Nail Removal
1
Knee Ligament Repair
1
Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating) Treatments
1
Joint Fusion (Wrist)
1
Endometrial Ablation
1
Biopsy Procedures
1
Wrist Fractures
1
The Young Hip
1
Nasal Polyps
1
Limb Length Discrepancies
1
Hip (Femoroacetabular) Impingement
1
Hoarseness and Other Voice Disorders
1
Elbow Fractures
1
Cerebral Palsy
1
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
1
Total Knee Replacement
1
Nasal Blockage
1
Hand Problems
1
Elbow Surgery
1
Arthritis (Wrist)
1
Arthritis (Knee)
1
Arthritis (Ankle)
1
Arthritis
1
Autism Assessment
1
Intrauterine System (IUS)
1
Ligament Injury
1
Nasal Cautery (Cauterisation)
1
Wrist Pain
1
Biceps Tenodesis and Tenotomy
1
Cartiva Implant (Big Toe Joint Replacement)
1
Osteotomy
1
Eyelid Cyst (Chalazion) Surgery
1
Complex Arthroplasty
1
Intraneural Ganglion Cyst
1
Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT)
1
Foot and Ankle Pain Management
1
Knee Injury
1
Turf Toe (Toe Sprain)
Tibia Fractures
Osgood Schlatter
Lipoma
Foot Drop
Femur Fracture
Dislocation of the Elbow
Forearm Fractures
Clavicle Fractures
Benign Soft Tissue Tumour
Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the Hip
Anterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatment
Internal Brace
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Perthe's Disease
Fragility (Osteoporotic) Fractures
Excision of Soft Tissue Masses
Finger Injury
Common Peroneal Nerve Injury
Intramedullary Nailing
Bursitis (Hip)

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4488866


Education

Gulbarga University

Medicine

Graduated 1994


Qualifications

1987-1993- MBBS

1998- FRCS

2004- FRCS ( Tr & Orth)

1999-2006- Higher Surgical Training in London

2007- Till present- Consultant Orthopaedics Surgeon BHRUT


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Telugu

Insurers

  • General and Medical
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • The Exeter
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • WPA
  • Bupa
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Cigna
  • Healix Health Services
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • Aetna
  • The PHC
  • Benenden Health
  • National Friendly

Fees

  • New appointment

    £250
  • Follow-up appointment

    £150
*May vary on location

Locations

Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital

High Road Buckhurst Hill, Essex, United Kingdom, IG9 5HX

4.89(2343 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Spire Hartswood Hospital

Eagle Way Great Warley, Brentwood, United Kingdom, CM13 3LE

4.89(2068 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
14:30 - 20:30
Friday
Saturday
10:00 - 12:00
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Nuffield Health Brentwood Hospital

Shenfield Road, Shenfield, Brentwood, United Kingdom, CM15 8EH

4.89(1436 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
17:30 - 20:30
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Spire London East Hospital

Roding Lane South, Redbridge, United Kingdom, IG4 5PZ

4.82(1161 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
13:30 - 17:30
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Foot and Ankle Surgery
139
1
Sports Injuries
75
Joint Pain
46

Contact

Book online

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Krishna Vemulapalli delivers clear, professional, and friendly patient interactions. He provides thorough assessments, detailing treatment options and conditions such as bunions, ankle fractures, and paediatric foot issues. Patients gain confidence, reporting positive outcomes from surgical procedures like ankle replacement and non-surgical management. His expertise is sought for a range of foot and ankle conditions, including sports injuries.

5
verified patient
30 Jun 2026

Mr Vemulapalli had booked me in for an x ray and a consultation. I had my ankle fusion operation on the 16th February and had been making good progress. Mr Vemulapalli is a good communicator and you don’t feel rushed when you see him. I had just started my physio treatment and he provided some guidance on this. He was pleased with the x rays and my progress and the 25th June was my final consultation. I am really pleased with how everything has gone and highly recommend him if you’re having ankle surgery.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
24 Jun 2026

Mr. Vemulapalli is a Dr that takes time to explain in minute detail everything he has found according to your symptoms & tells you everything that needs to be done to ease those symptoms. He has a wonderful bedside manner, & unlike some Consultant surgeons of his expertise, treats you like a human being. He realises when you are in consultation with him you are worried, he does everything in his power to allay those worries & fears. He did an amazing operation on me for a ruptured Achilles Tendon, using an FHL transfer. I am 77 years old & have healed wonderfully well despite my age & have got more or less full use of my leg back after just 8 months, which, I am sure, is due to Mr. V's surgical skills. I would not hesitate recommending Mr. Vempulapalli to anyone.

Patient seen for:
4.33
verified patient
24 Jun 2026

We chose Mr Vemulapalli because he had an excellent reputation in dealing with children. Whilst our son is 18 his autism means he has difficulty with concentration, comprehension and communication. It often takes a while to understand his communication style. Mr Vemulapalli was outstanding. He quickly modified his style to express himself in a way our son could understand in seconds. More importantly he was swift at confirming my son’s understanding of what was required and whether he was content with that. These skills are not as straightforward as they sound. We come across many professionals who do not possess them but Mr Vemulapalli possesses these skills in abundance. My only frustration was with appointment administrators but that is not within the control of clinical staff and on reflection a tiny irritation. In fact when there was an important matter to resolve a senior executive was also fantastic. Turning to the procedure. It was conducted promptly, with excellent care and understanding. Due to my son’s understanding I requested staff with paediatric experience and my request was met with unquestioning understanding. The anaesthetist chosen by Mr Vemulapalli was excellent, probably the best I have encountered (I had two operations as a child). She popped in at the end of her shift to ensure there were no difficulties with recovery. I wholeheartedly recommend this consultant.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
24 Jun 2026

Very impressed! He was thorough, friendly, explained clearly and great with kids! He really put our mind and ease and gave clear next steps. Would not hesitate recommending Mr Vemulapalli or booking another appointment.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
22 Jun 2026

As always, Mr V was extremely helpful and got me treatment straight away.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
16 Jun 2026

Very clear, and thorough. Mr V gave his own independent advice and diagnosis despite a physio and MRI report I had undertaken separately. Used a physical skeleton of the ankle to demonstrate. He also went through the steps and covered all basis. Very good.

5
verified patient
15 Jun 2026

I am very happy to provide feedback regarding Mr. V and the care he has provided for my son, Rayyan Ali. From the very beginning of our journey, starting with the surgery itself, Mr. V has been exceptional. His professionalism, expertise, and reassuring manner have given us complete confidence throughout the entire process. The surgery was carried out to an extremely high standard, and the outcome has been the best we could have hoped for in circumstances. It is clear that he possesses outstanding technical skill and clinical expertise, combined with genuine care and compassion for his patients and their families. We recently attended a follow-up appointment with Mr. V, and it was one of the most constructive and positive clinical appointments we have experienced. He was highly professional, approachable, and informative, taking the time to explain everything clearly and answer all of our questions thoroughly. We left the appointment feeling reassured, well-informed, despite the fact that Rayyan has a long and challenging role ahead following such a traumatic injury. Without question, this has been the best experience we have had to date in terms of follow-up care. Mr. V consistently demonstrates the highest standards of patient care, communication, and professionalism. We are extremely grateful for his dedication, expertise, and support, and would not hesitate to recommend him to other families.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
14 Jun 2026

Mr Vemulapalli made us feel very welcome and put my daughter at ease he was very friendly and explained everything very clearly

5
verified patient
14 Jun 2026

Mr Vemulapalli was very professional, gave a thorough explanation of the issue, and detailed the requirements for a solution. Highly recommended.

5
verified patient
12 Jun 2026

Dr Vemulapalli was attentive and reassuring from the start of our appointment with my 18 month old daughter, he was amazing with her and so attentive to explaining everything to us so clearly and listening to our concerns. I couldn't recommend him enough.

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Skill Endorsements

Excellent surgeon and colleague Would strongly recommend him

30 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
Foot & Ankle Surgery

Mr K A Ziali Sivardeen

Mr K A Ziali Sivardeen

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

It is a pleasure to provide my endorsement for Mr. K. Vemulapalli, Consultant Orthopedic Consultant .Mr Vemulapalli demonstrates exceptional clinical acumen, a thoughtful and collaborative approach to multidisciplinary care, and a deep commitment to patient-centered practice. He is also an excellent educator, always willing to share his expertise with juniors and peers alike. He is highly respected among both medical and surgical teams for his professionalism and integrity. I hold Mr Vemulapalli in the highest regard and have no hesitation in endorsing him.

20 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
Bunion Correction Surgery (Bunionectomy)
Ankle Replacement

Dr Rajesh Banka

Respiratory Doctor
Is a colleague

-

09 Feb 2025
Endorsed for
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
Foot & Ankle Surgery

PK

Prof. Vikas Khanduja

Orthopaedic Surgeon
We trained together

Local, experienced foot and ankle colleague.

27 Jan 2025
Endorsed for
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
Foot & Ankle Surgery

Mr Samuel Jayaraj

Mr Samuel Jayaraj

ENT Surgeon
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Krishna Vemulapalli's reviews like?

Mr Krishna Vemulapalli's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 447 reviews.

What languages does Mr Krishna Vemulapalli speak?

Mr Krishna Vemulapalli speaks English, Hindi and Telugu

Where is Mr Krishna Vemulapalli located?

Mr Krishna Vemulapalli primarily practices at Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital, located at High Road Buckhurst Hill, Essex, United Kingdom, IG9 5HX
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What are Mr Krishna Vemulapalli working hours?

Mr Krishna Vemulapalli is working Tuesday (13:30 - 17:30), Thursday (14:30 - 20:30), Friday (17:30 - 20:30), Saturday (10:00 - 12:00)

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