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Mr Paul Culpan

BSc, MB ChB, FRCS (Tr & Orth)

Orthopaedic Surgeon

30 years of experience

London, W1G 6AA

(+3 more)

188 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Raj Amarnani, Dr Jagrati Acharya and 62 other professionals

4.96

/5

(261 reviews)

30 years of experience

London, W1G 6AA

(+3 more)

188 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Raj Amarnani, Dr Jagrati Acharya and 62 other professionals

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
87
19
Knee Pain
47
16
Knee Arthroscopy
37
13

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About Mr Paul Culpan

Mr Culpan, Trauma and Orthopaedic surgeon works for The Royal London Hospital, one of the largest trauma centres in Europe. His areas of specialisation include hip and knee replacements, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, complex hip reconstruction, arthroscopic knee surgery, and revision hip replacements. Within his speciality, he is one of a first doctors globally to perform customised hip replacements with minimally invasive techniques.

In 1996 Mr Culpan graduated from the University of Manchester with a bachelor's in both medicine and surgery. Following that he began his basic surgical training, performing surgical rotations at both Bart's and Royal London. He completed his higher surgical training in Trauma and orthopaedic surgery at University College London. Later on, in 2005, he was awarded a fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons and completed his training in 2007.

Following the completion of his fellowship, Mr Culpan undertook an additional year-long fellowship under the well renowned Orthopaedic surgeon Prof Judet in France. After finishing this final fellowship he then went on to be a consultant in Abu Dhabi, returning to the UK in 2010 to work within the Bart's Health Trust. Mr Culpan during his career has also had a keen interest in research and has an excellent publication history.

Currently, Mr Culpan works as a senior consultant for Royal London Hospital in which he takes on additional teaching roles. He also works alongside that in central London on his internationally renowned private practice where patients from around the world seek him out due to his expertise. He remains a highly prevalent and active surgeon within his field with a specific interest in custom hip and knee replacements (CT planned), pelvic and acetabular trauma, revision and complex arthroplasty, knee and hip sports injuries, hamstring and groin repair and reconstruction . Recently, he has developed a keen interest in osteointegration and rehabilitation.


Subspecialties

  • Trauma Surgery
  • Knee Surgery
  • Hip Surgery
  • Sports Injury

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(324)
Skill Endorsements
(528)

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Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
87
19
Knee Pain
47
16
Knee Arthroscopy
37
13
Total Knee Replacement
18
19
Meniscus Repair
15
12
ACL Reconstruction
9
17
Fracture (Broken Bone)
11
11
MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
20
1
Custom-Made Knee Replacement
19
Sports Injuries
12
6
Femur Fracture
5
13
ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury
17
Revision Surgery
6
11
Knee Replacement
2
12
Pelvic Fractures
14
Hip Fractures
1
13
Arthritis (Hip)
4
10
Osteoarthritis
1
11
Meniscal Repair
1
11
Hip and Groin Pain
2
10
Hip Dysplasia
11
Acetabulum Fractures
1
9
Knee Injections
6
4
Cartilage Surgery (Knee)
9
Arthroscopy
1
8
Tibia Fractures
6
3
Stress Fractures
9
Hip (Femoroacetabular) Impingement
1
8
Partial Knee Replacement
1
7
Steroid Injection
8
Hip Injections
5
3
Patella (Kneecap) Dislocation
7
Arthritis (Knee)
7
Revision Knee Replacement
7
Tendon Repair
1
5
Fracture Fixation Surgery
4
2
Knee Fractures
6
Video Consultation
5
Knee Preservation Surgery
5
Torn Meniscus (Cartilage)
2
3
Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the Hip
5
Multiligament Reconstruction
5
Acetabular Reconstruction
4
1
Bursitis (Hip)
3
2
Knee Ligament Repair
4
Hamstring Repair
2
2
Hamstring Injury
3
Patellofemoral Joint Replacement
3
The Young Hip
3
The Young Knee
3
Peripheral Nerve Injury
3
Fragility (Osteoporotic) Fractures
3
Ankle Fractures
1
2
Knee Cyst
3
Pelvic Reconstruction
3
Gait Abnormalities
2
Emergency Contraception
2
Hip Resurfacing
2
External Fixation Devices
2
Wrist Fractures
2
Toe Fractures
2
Posterolateral Corner Injury
2
Osteomyelitis (Lower Limb)
2
Labral Tear
2
Humerus Fractures
2
Frozen Shoulder
2
Forearm Fractures
2
Foot Fractures
2
Elbow Fractures
2
Clavicle Fractures
2
Bone Spurs
2
Sciatica Surgery
2
Patella Realignment
2
Tibial Tubercle Transfer
2
Hip Preservation Surgery
2
Robotic Assisted Partial Knee Replacement
2
Minimally Invasive Knee Surgery
2
Robotic Assisted Knee Surgery
2
Knee Injury
1
1
Postoperative Rehabilitation
1
Neck Pain
1
Rugby Injury
1
Leg Pain
1
Tendinopathy (Tendonitis)
1
Joint Injury
1
Muscle Injury
1
Slipped / Prolapsed / Herniated Disc
1
Spinal Stenosis
1
Ankle Sprain (Ligament Injury)
1
Myeloma
1
Shoulder Pain
1
Dislocated Shoulder
1
Ankylosing Spondylitis
1
Plantar Fasciitis
1
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
1
Peri-Acetabular Osteotomy (PAO)
1
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Reconstruction
1
Bone Marrow Tests & Biopsies
1
Cardiac Rehabilitation
1
Spine Tumours and Infections
1
Spondylolisthesis & Spondylosis
1
Spinal Deformity
1
Scoliosis
1
Osteomyelitis (Upper Limb)
1
Dupuytren's Contracture
1
Dislocation of the Elbow
1
Degenerative Disc Disease
1
Upper Back Pain
1
Limb-Lengthening Surgery
1
Hand Fractures
1
Arthritis (Shoulder)
1
Spinal Disorders
1
Robotic Assisted Hip Surgery
1
Kienbock's Disease
1
Anterior Hip Replacement (Direct Anterior Approach)
1
Labral Tear Surgery (Hip)
1
Nerve Root Entrapment
1
Anterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome
1
Shoulder Impingement
1
Coccydynia (Coccyx Pain)
1
Morton's Neuroma
1
Bicep Injury
1
Pectoralis Major Injury
1
Schwannoma
1
De Quervain's Syndrome (Tenosynovitis)
1
Bursitis (Shoulder)
1
Bursitis
1
Spinal Cord Compression
1
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
1
Lumbar Stenosis
1
Ankle Tendonitis
1
Disc Injuries
1
Hand Stiffness
1
Neck Fracture
1
Radiculopathy
1
Kyphosis
1
Revision Hip Surgery
1
Knee Replacement Recovery
1
Hip Replacement Recovery
1
Revision Knee Surgery
1
Open Reduction, Internal Fixation (ORIF) of Fractures
1
Adductor Tendon Repair
Sports Groin Surgery
Adductor Tendon Injury
Chondral Grafting
Joint Injection
Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Surgery
Sports-Related Groin Pain
Joint Pain
Rapid Recovery Hip Replacement
Hip Deformity
Osteotomy
Degenerative Conditions
Joint Replacement
Arthrosamid Injection

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4306009


Education

University of Manchester

Medicine

Graduated 1996

Medical Science

Graduated 1993


Qualifications

  • BSc
  • MB ChB
  • FRCS (Tr & Orth)
  • MB ChB 1996 University of Manchester

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French

Insurers

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

Fees

  • New appointment

    £330
  • Follow-up appointment

    £275
*May vary on location

Locations

King Edward VII's Hospital

5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA

4.84(5,190 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
14:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
14:00 - 17:00
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Opening hours

Monday
14:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
14:00 - 17:00
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

The London Clinic

20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW

4.89(2,361 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
09:00 - 13:00
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

LIPS Healthcare

Battersea Power Station Turbine Hall B, Level 1, London, United Kingdom, SW11 8DD

4.88(469 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
13:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
Thursday
12:00 - 15:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Fortius Clinic London

64-66 Wigmore St, London, United Kingdom, W1U 2SB

4.87(184 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
87
19
Knee Pain
47
16
Knee Arthroscopy
37
13

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Paul Culpan provides excellent and clear patient interactions. He shows expertise in orthopaedic procedures, like knee arthroscopy and hip replacement. He gives full explanations for patient choices and achieves successful surgical results. Many patients then move better and feel less hip or knee pain.

5
verified patient
27 Aug 2026

Dr. Culpan is excellent! I've had a few major operations performed by him this year, after breaking my hip and femur in a very unusual way and subsequently to repair and replace two damaged ligaments in my knee. I was made to feel prioritised at ease throughout, with full confidence I was in the most capable hands. Aside from his excellent bedside manner, making sure I was clear on and comfortable with the approach to my surgery, Culpan carefully refined his original plan to ensure I had the best possible outcome. What was major surgery felt like a breeze considering. I was thankfully to be on my feet in no time! He also gave firm advice on the optimal diet for my recovery, and continues to monitor me closely to make sure I'm on track. I also test his patience with my millions of questions, he never fails and he's always so pleasant. The facility at LIPS is also worth noting. Modern, clean and well maintained, located within the mall with ample parking. The facility boasts an in house pharmacy so I could leave with my prescriptions and supplements as well as imaging, blood testing and more under one roof. Friendly and capable staff. Super convenient. My care under Mr. Culpan has been absolutely top notch!

5
verified patient
24 Aug 2026

Mr Culpan was an excellent surgeon. Explained everything very clearly beforehand, and talked me through the options and the pros and cons of each. Surgery was a complete success, and I was very well looked after by Mr Culpan and his team at the London Clinic. Post-operation, he has been supervising my rehab and has seen me regularly to see how I am progressing. Would recommend highly.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
23 Aug 2026

From the explanation of the knee problems identified on the MRI scan to the completion of the rectifying procedure, Dr Culpan's manner and professionalism gave me complete confidence and assurance.

5
verified patient
20 Aug 2026

I cannot sing Mr Culpan's praises highly enough. Not only is he so skilled surgically, but he has an excellent bedside manner and always deals with things in a humane and intelligent way.

4.67
verified patient
20 Aug 2026

Paul was friendly and clear in his explanation. Office staff were prompt and polite.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
19 Aug 2026

Mr Culpan performed my right hip replacement, and the results have been life-changing. From the first consult through to recovery, he explained things clearly, answered all my questions, and helped me feel confident about the procedure. The surgery went smoothly, pain control was good , and I was back to activities sooner than I expected. Mr Culpan is very passionate about his work, which is lovely to see as a patient. I would highly recommend him.

5
verified patient
19 Aug 2026

Mr Culpan is an experienced practitioner and a complete gentleman. His warm and friendly manner immediately sets you at ease and his wealth of knowledge inspires confidence.

5
verified patient
06 Aug 2026

A review one year after surgery to check implant and range of movement in both hips. Mr Culpan very pleased and I was discharged. Extremely pleasant.

5
verified patient
05 Aug 2026

A fantastic experience all round. Clear, communicative, and give me the time to explain my conditions, and talk through various options.

5
verified patient
02 Aug 2026

My review with Mr Culpan was excellent. He is professional, and has an excellent bedside manner. He was patient and clear when answering my questions.

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Skill Endorsements

Mr Culpan is a highly knowledgable and kind Orthopaedic consultant that I have no hesitation in recommending my patients to. They speak very highly of him and the level of care he provides, and he goes the extra mile in ensuring the best possible care is provided.

23 Jun 2026
Endorsed for
Total Knee Replacement
Knee Pain
Partial Knee Replacement

Dr. Raj Amarnani

Dr. Raj Amarnani

Sport & Exercise Medicine Doctor
Is a colleague

Highly skilled eminent Surgeon!

23 Jun 2026
Endorsed for
Video Consultation
Knee Preservation Surgery

Dr Jagrati Acharya

Dr Jagrati Acharya

General Practitioner
Is a colleague

04 Jun 2026
Endorsed for

Dr Vasiliki Kolovou

Dr Vasiliki Kolovou

Diabetes & Endocrinology Specialist
Is a colleague

I have had the privilege of knowing and working alongside Paul for many years, and I can say without hesitation that he is one of the most skilled and dedicated surgeons I have ever had the pleasure of collaborating with. His expertise in hip surgery, pelvic and trauma surgery, and knee surgery — including ACL reconstruction and arthroscopy — is truly exceptional. Paul consistently delivers outstanding outcomes for his patients, combining technical brilliance with genuine compassion and care. He is highly regarded by his peers and is widely recognised as a mentor to surgeons at all stages of t...

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23 May 2026
Endorsed for
Sports Injury
Hip Surgery
Arthroscopy

Dr. Claudia Maizen

Dr. Claudia Maizen

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague
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What are Mr Paul Culpan's reviews like?

Mr Paul Culpan's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 261 reviews.

What languages does Mr Paul Culpan speak?

Mr Paul Culpan speaks English and French

Where is Mr Paul Culpan located?

Mr Paul Culpan 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 Paul Culpan working hours?

Mr Paul Culpan is working Monday (14:00 - 17:00, 09:00 - 13:00, 09:00 - 13:00), Tuesday (13:00 - 17:00), Wednesday (14:00 - 17:00, 09:00 - 13:00), Thursday (12:00 - 15:00)

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