Mr Gautam Talawadekar
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Blackpool, FY3 8BP
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27 years of experience
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27 years of experience
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Knowledgeable, friendly and skillful shoulder surgeon
Mr Sathya Murthy
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Mr Gautam Talawadekar is a consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon based in Blackpool, Blackburn and Lancaster. He has over 24 years of medical experience and over 5 years of specialist experience in trauma and orthopaedic surgery.
He is specialised in hand & wrist and shoulder & elbow surgery, alongside trauma surgery. In his current position, he typically sees patients with conditions such as: humerus and clavicle fractures, frozen shoulders and elbows and shoulder instability. He has specialist interest in arthroscopy, fracture fixation surgery and soft tissue procedures.
Mr Talawadekar currently practices at the following private hospitals:
- Spire Fylde Coast Hospital
- BMI The Beardwood Hospital
- BMI The Lancaster Hospital
- Ramsay Fulwood Hall Hospital
He is also a member of the following professional bodies:
- British Elbow and Shoulder Society
- British Indian Orthopaedic Society
- Primus Medical Defence Union
- Maharashtra Medical Council, India
- National Association for Medical Sciences
Mr Talawadekar received his MBBS in 199 from the University of Pune and later completed his Master's in Trauma and Orthopaedics at the same university in 2003. Following his MBBS he completed six years of specialist training in Orthopaedics in the UK, then became a Fellow of both the Royal College of Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.
Due to his renowned work as a trauma and orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Talawadekar was awarded the Certificate of Excellence by iWantGreatCare in both 2018, 2019 and 2021 and was their most highly recommended clinician.
He has also published book chapters and several research papers in the areas of trauma and orthopaedics and has won international awards for presenting his work at conferences.
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Shoulder Pain (37%)
- Hand & Wrist Surgery (21%)
- Dupuytren's Contracture (11%)
- Arthritis (Shoulder) (11%)
- Joint Injection (5%)
- Others (16%)
Subspecialties
- Hand & Wrist Surgery
- Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
- Hand Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
All conditions and treatments
- Shoulder Pain
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Arthritis (Shoulder)
- Arthritis (Elbow)
- Arthritis (Hand)
- Arthritis (Wrist)
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Elbow Instability
- Elbow Stiffness
- Hand & Wrist Surgery
- Joint Injection
- Arthroscopy
- Biceps Tenodesis and Tenotomy
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Dupuytrens Fasciectomy
- Elbow Arthroscopy
- Finger Joint Replacement
- Fracture Fixation Surgery
- Ganglion Cyst Removal
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6139001
Qualifications
DNB (Tr&Orth) - National Board of Examination, New Delhi, India in 2004
FACS(USA) - American College of Surgeons in 2019
MBBS - University of Pune, India in 1999
FRCS (Tr &Orth) - Royal College of Surgeons in 2012
Dip SICOT (Tr&Orth) - SICOT, EU in 2012
M.S.(Tr&Orth) - University of Pune, India in 2003
Dip Sports and Exercise Medicine (UK&Ire) - Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh in 2011
MRCS - Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh in 2003
languages spoken
- English
- German
- Hindi
- Marathi
consultation fees
- New appointment: £200
- Follow-up appointment: £100
insurers
- General Medical
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Healix
- Bupa
- Cigna
- Aviva Health
- Vitality Health
- AXA PPP Healthcare
Location
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St Walburgas Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom, FY3 8BP
St Walburgas Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom, FY3 8BP
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Meadowside, Lancaster, United Kingdom, LA1 3AQ
Meadowside, Lancaster, United Kingdom, LA1 3AQ
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Preston New Road, Blackburn, United Kingdom, BB2 7AE
Preston New Road, Blackburn, United Kingdom, BB2 7AE
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Midgery Lane Fulwood, Preston, United Kingdom, PR2 9SZ
Midgery Lane Fulwood, Preston, United Kingdom, PR2 9SZ
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
14 reviews
5
During all appointments, I felt that all of my questions were listened to and answered in a clear and respectful manner. When I mentioned the position of the injection, I was again listened to and positive results were achieved.
5
Great, explained everything, always cheerful and very pleasant
5
Felt at ease, easy to talk to and ask questions. Reassuring and explanations very detailed yet understandable
5
Mr T performed a total shoulder replacement for me , the whole experience from first consultation to post surgery assessments have been incredible, I am now totally pain free, Mr T put me at ease right from the start and explained everything in detail to me , I can’t recommend Mr Talawadekar highly enough, I am so grateful to Mr T and all the nursing staff that took amazing care of me, NHS ARE AMAZING 😁😁😁😁
5
Suffering Rotator Cuff injury Saw Mr Talawadekar who referred to scan and diagnosed a cortisone injection and set exercises with an expansion band four months ago. Been doing exercises every day and the difference is amazing. No pain and much more movement. Thank you Mr Talawadekar
5
Very nice man, he explained everything thoroughly and answered all questions. The operation went well and has been pain free for 15 days and counting. Mr Talawadekar and all the other staff that I met were kind and caring throughout.
5
I have seen Mr Talawadekar on two occasions. On both occasions he has made me feel at ease. He was able to answer all my questions which removed any concerns I had. He was polite, made me feel welcome and the visit was not rushed. I can highly recommend Mr Talawadekar.
5
I cannot fault the treatment I received from Mr Talawadekar. He explained everything to me very clearly and sought my agreement to what he proposed to do. He is an excellent surgeon and a thoughtful medical professional. He is also a very nice man.
5
I received excellent care, doctor made me feel at ease, explained everything most grateful
5
This Mr talawadekar is fantastic .he has worked a miracle on my hand I am pain free and can move my finger. Many thanks to this wonderful man .Mrs lynda
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Knowledgeable, friendly and skillful shoulder surgeon
01 Feb 2021Mr Sathya Murthy
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Mr Gautam Talawadekar's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 14 reviews
What languages does Mr Gautam Talawadekar speak?
Mr Gautam Talawadekar speaks English, German, Hindi and Marathi
Where is Mr Gautam Talawadekar located?
Mr Gautam Talawadekar primarily practices at Spire Fylde Coast Hospital, located at St Walburgas Road, Blackpool, United Kingdom, FY3 8BP
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What are Mr Gautam Talawadekar working hours?
Mr Gautam Talawadekar is working Tuesday (18:15 - 20:00), Thursday (08:15 - 12:00, 08:00 - 11:45), Friday (08:00 - 17:15), Saturday (08:00 - 17:00)
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