Mr Samuel Rajaratnam
MB BS, BSc, FRCS(Tr & Orth)
Orthopaedic Surgeon
28 years of experience
Belgravia, SW1X 7HY
(+1 more)
51 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Andrew Skyrme, Mr Barry Rose and 9 other professionals
28 years of experience
Belgravia, SW1X 7HY
(+1 more)
51 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Andrew Skyrme, Mr Barry Rose and 9 other professionals
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About Mr Samuel Rajaratnam
Mr. Sam Rajaratnam FRCS (Tr. & Orth.) is an internationally renowned Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon particularly specialising in knee replacement surgery and sporting injuries of the knee.
Mr Rajaratnam practices exclusively at the Cleveland Clinic, London - the leading and award winning private hospital in Belgravia .
Sam has personally performed over 9000 knee replacements (approximately 600 Partial, Total, Robotic and Revision Knee Replacements each year) with excellent outcomes and has pioneered rapid recovery and lower post operative pain following knee surgery.
He has developed an expert multidisciplinary team with Anaesthetist Dr. Barry Phillips to deliver excellent care and the latest pain-relieving techniques after Joint Replacement Surgery.
He also has one of the Lowest Revision (failure) rates and best outcomes after knee replacements on the U.K. National Joint Registry and is a huge advocate for transparent outcome measure-driven healthcare.
He is an expert on Robotic assisted Knee replacement and was the first to implement ROSA robotic technology in the U.K. within the private sector.
Sam also regularly treats numerous Professional and Amateur sportsmen with soft tissue injuries to their knee and has performed over 3000 ACL reconstructions and performs many other soft tissue knee procedures each year as Day case procedures.
He regularly treats high profile individuals and elite professional sportsmen and sportswomen including footballers, rugby players and boxers and is on the faculty of the FIFA Football Medicine conference each year.
Mr Rajaratnam originally trained at Guy’s and St Thomas’s Hospital in London and qualified with a First Class degree in anatomy and an MBBS in 1997.
He trained via the Royal College of Surgeons, England at numerous centres of excellence in the U.K. and then Australia.
Sam was awarded the “Walter Mercer Gold Medal” for his best performance throughout Great Britain and Ireland in the final FRCS Orthopaedics examination in 2006.
He was the British Orthopaedic Association Ambassador to Hong Kong in 2007 and worked in Sydney Australia at some of the world’s best knee injury units before being appointed Consultant Surgeon in the U.K. in 2008 and now enjoys an excellent international reputation as a leading knee surgeon and a key opinion leader in his field.
Subspecialties
- Trauma Surgery•
- Sports Injury•
- Knee Surgery
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4438098
Education
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 1997
Qualifications
Mr Rajaratnam trained at Guy's and St Thomas's Hospital in London and qualified with a First Class degree in anatomy and an MBBS in 1997.
He trained via the Royal College of Surgeons, England at numerous centres of excellence in the U.K. and then Australia.
Sam was awarded the "Walter Mercer Gold Medal" for the best performance throughout Great Britain and Ireland in the final FRCS Orthopaedics examination in 2006.
He was the British Orthopaedic Association Ambassador to Hong Kong in 2007 and worked in Sydney Australia at some of the world's best knee injury units before being appointed Consultant Surgeon in the U.K. in 2008, and now enjoys an excellent international reputation as a leading knee surgeon and a key opinion leader in his field.
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £395
- Follow-up appointment: £365
Insurers
- General and Medical
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Freedom Health Insurance
- The Exeter
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- Saga Health Insurance
- Bupa
- WPA
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
- Aetna
- The PHC
Location
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24 Portland Pl, London, United Kingdom, W1B 1LU
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Mr Samuel Rajaratnam is consistently friendly, professional, clear, and caring in his patient interactions. His expertise is evident in successful total knee replacements and ACL reconstructions, resulting in minimal pain, rapid recovery, and a return to activities like cycling and skiing. A cohesive team, including anaesthetist Dr Barry Phillips and Consultant Nurse Christine Howis, provides exceptional comprehensive support and post-operative care. Some patients mention feeling rushed or experiencing wait times; this dedication to patient wellbeing frequently results in life-changing positive outcomes and renewed activity.
My appointment went very well. Mr Rajaratnam was thorough, explanations clear and bedside manner excellent.
Couldn’t have been better . Sam lived up to my expectations and gave me confidence.
Sam, was excellent in every regard. He made me fully aware of what he would be doing and what will be achieved. I cannot rate him highly enough.
When you are undertaking a ( Total Knee Replacement ) I was looking for three items of criteria that were on my agenda. Trust / Confidence / Friendship./ I found this with Sam / Barry ...and his wonderful team . A level of care + service second to none . Thank you
Mr Sam has been superb throughout from initial consultation to discharge 6 weeks after the procedure yesterday. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Mr Sam & all his wonderful team for the brilliant result.
Really helpful throughout with his wonderful team, especially Barry Philips, Christine and Dr Ari
Sam and his team of galactico specialists were exceptional during my recent knee replacement surgery, the level of professionalism and care was just exceptional.
This was my second total knee replacement. I wouldn't dream of going to anyone else. Sam is very friendly, explains the procedure in layman's terms, advises on what to do once out of hospital (physio at home, ice machine) and asks and answers questions equally readily. He operates quickly too so you're "out" for less time. He has built up a team so I had the same anaesthetist as six years ago, Mr Barry Phillips. Barry is just as approachable and a good listener. Both Sam and Barry visit before and after the operation to make sure all is well. Barry remembered my experiences with the right knee, appreciated I knew what to expect pain wise and reassured me he'd make sure I had sufficient painkillers to take home as I was not going to a rehab centre this time. I was given explanations by his assistant anaesthetist Ari about each item and was advised, very seriously, which I should try to wean myself off asap. I did that with no problems. Nurses are also a critical part of Sam's team, taking out the staples and giving advice at the post-op visit when Sam checked all was going well. I did arrange a local physio myself - with Sam telling me what I should be looking for - as he had no connections in my area. I found someone who would do home visits (Sam's idea). He also recommended a Physiolab ice machine for pain relief and swelling. It wouldn't suit everyone as it's cumbersome and I couldn't have carried the icepack up and down stairs in the early days. Luckily I have a caring husband. Following the post-op visit to the clinic I've had a phone consultation. All is going well, in...
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BEST KNEE SURGEON IN LONDON
07 Oct 2025
Mr Andrew Skyrme
Orthopaedic SurgeonExcellent knee surgeon
20 Apr 2025
Mr Barry Rose
Orthopaedic SurgeonTop of his field
31 Mar 2025
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Pain at the back of the knee | Sam Rajaratnam | Knee Specialist London
Common causes, symptoms and when to seek medical advice for back of knee pain
24 February 2026
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Pain on the outside of the knee | Sam Rajaratnam | Knee Specialist London
Knee pain is a common problem. In the UK today about one-third of over 50-year-olds suffer from it from time to time. However, only about one-third of these people visit their GP for a consultation about their knee pain, the vast majority preferring to self-medicate or ignore the situation. In the case of minor knee problems, of a temporary nature, this may be a reasonable reaction, but with persistent pain on a long term basis, there is the danger of a serious underlying problem which may get worse if treatment is delayed.
24 February 2026
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Clicking noise after knee replacement: is it normal? | Sam Rajaratnam | Knee Specialist London
Hearing a clicking or clunking noise after knee replacement surgery can be worrying. Many patients fear that something is loose or that their artificial knee is failing. The good news is that, in most cases, a clicking knee replacement is entirely normal and not a cause for concern. This article explains why knee replacements click, when it is normal, when it may indicate a problem, and what to do if you are concerned — particularly if you have had knee replacement surgery for knee osteoarthritis.
24 February 2026
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Mr Samuel Rajaratnam's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 226 reviews.
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Mr Samuel Rajaratnam speaks English
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Mr Samuel Rajaratnam primarily practices at Cleveland Clinic London, located at 33 Grosvenor Place, Belgravia, United Kingdom, SW1X 7HY
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