Mr Rahul Patel
Orthopaedic Surgeon
London, NW8 7JA
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25 years of experience
Verified profile
25 years of experience
Patient Trust Score
181 recommendations for:
Latest endorsement
12 Mar 2023
Rahul is an exceptionally gifted knee surgeon. He is extremely knowledgeable and has a reassuring...
Mr Aditya Prinja
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Rahul Patel is a Consultant in Trauma & Orthopaedics at the University College Hospital, London. He is actively involved in the training of higher surgical trainees on the London orthopaedic rotations and is also a co-developer and course tutor on the MSc in Sports Medicine, Exercise & Health at University College London. He is an honorary associate professor of University College London.
Rahul Patel qualified from The Royal Free Hospital School of Medicine. He trained in surgery at various London teaching hospitals before undertaking a formal two-year research period culminating in a higher degree from the University of London.
His specialist orthopaedic training was on the Middlesex/University College Hospital, London rotation. Mr Patel then undertook subspecialist fellowship training in reconstructive arthroscopy and sports orthopaedic surgery at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada and at the Steadman-Hawkins Clinic, Vail, USA.
He is a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS), the European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (ESSKA) and the International Cartilage Repair Society (ICRS).
Mr Patel's main orthopaedic and research interests are sports injuries, reconstructive arthroscopy/minimally invasive treatment and joint preservation of the knee and hip.
He has a thriving practice in Central London, based at some of the best private hospitals in the country.
Mr Patel is not only a very experienced and skilled knee consultant, he is also very personable and approachable. He works in a multidiscipinary team, with Physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals, to offer a holistic approach to patient care.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
Patellofemoral stabilisation
Meniscal transplant
Meniscal repair
Meniscal augmentation
PCL reconstruction
Medial collateral ligament
Posterolateral corner reconstruction
Hip labral repair
femoroacetabular impingement
Adductor repair
Fat pad impingement
osteotomy around the knee
Proximal hamstring repair
Meniscal preservation
Multiligament injury
Joint preservation
Anterior cruciate ligament
Posterior cruciate ligament
Knee replacement
Partial knee replacement
Digital Health
Patellofemoral instability
Cartilage preservation and regeneration
knee injections
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Knee Arthroscopy (8%)
- ACL Reconstruction (7%)
- Orthopaedic Surgery (7%)
- Cartilage Surgery (Knee) (7%)
- Knee Preservation Surgery (6%)
- Others (65%)
Subspecialties
- Knee Surgery
- Sports Injury
- Hip Surgery
All conditions and treatments
- ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury
- Torn Meniscus (Cartilage)
- Arthritis (Knee)
- Femoroacetabular Impingement
- Fracture (Broken Bone)
- Hip Impingement
- Knee Cyst
- Knee Pain
- Labral Tear
- Osteoarthritis
- Knee Arthroscopy
- ACL Reconstruction
- Knee Preservation Surgery
- MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
- Meniscal Repair
- Patella Realignment
- Arthroscopy
- Bone Marrow Tests & Biopsies
- Cartilage Surgery (Knee)
- Chondral Grafting
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4533261
Qualifications
Memberships:
British Orthopaedic Association
British Association for Surgery of the Knee
British Society of Patellofemoral Surgery
Royal College of Surgeons England
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Arthroscopic Association of North America
European Society for Surgery of the Knee
International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
languages spoken
- English
consultation fees
- New appointment: £240
- Follow-up appointment: £150
insurers
- General Medical
- health-on-line
- April
- Groupama
- Simply Health
- Healix
- Saga Insurance
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Four Points Assistance
- Bupa
- CS Healthcare
- WPA
- Legal & General
- The Exeter
- Freedom Healthcare
- Cigna
- Norwich Union
- Aviva Health
- Aetna
- Vitality Health
- AXA PPP Healthcare
- The PHC
Location
All locations
(2567)
15-17 Lodge Road, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
15-17 Lodge Road, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
(2542)
St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
(167)
32 St Thomas' St, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS
32 St Thomas' St, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
6 reviews
5
Explained everything perfectly, caring manner
5
Very understanding and knowledgeable towards the issue and it’s procedure to follow.
5
A great surgeon
5
Very good.
4.5
Overall I am pleased with my experience with Mr Patel from consultation to surgery. He is very professional and understand my needs and wishes to go ahead with the surgical procedures. Surgical procedures were explained clearly beforehand and executed as planned.
5
Very knowledgable and professional
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13 endorsements
Rahul is an exceptionally gifted knee surgeon. He is extremely knowledgeable and has a wonderfully reassuring manner with patients. I would highly recommend him.
12 Mar 2023Mr Aditya Prinja
Orthopaedic SurgeryRahul is a dear colleague and a highly skilled consultant orthopaedic surgeon. We have been working together within the London Bridge Orthopaedics. Over years I have referred many patients to Rahul, and all of them were very happy with his care and treatment. I would highly recommend Rahul to any patient.
07 Jan 2022Mr Bahram Fakouri
NeurosurgeryRahul is an excellent surgeon and a great colleague. I am very pleased to recommend him without reservation.
07 Jan 2022Professor Venu Kavarthapu
Orthopaedic SurgeryRahul is an extremely talented knee surgeon. He is careful to make the correct diagnosis and, when surgery is required, he is a very talented surgeon able to tackle both routine and complex knee conditions. His results speak for themselves. I would highly recommend him
06 Nov 2020Mr Rob Pollock
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What are Mr Rahul Patel's reviews like?
Mr Rahul Patel's overall patient rating is 4.94 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 6 reviews
What languages does Mr Rahul Patel speak?
Mr Rahul Patel speaks English
Where is Mr Rahul Patel located?
Mr Rahul Patel primarily practices at Platinum Medical Centre, located at 15-17 Lodge Road, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
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What are Mr Rahul Patel working hours?
Mr Rahul Patel is working Monday (17:00 - 20:00, 16:30 - 20:00), Tuesday (14:00 - 17:00, 13:00 - 17:00), Thursday (10:00 - 12:00, 10:00 - 15:00), Friday (14:00 - 17:00, 14:00 - 18:00)
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