MBBS, FRCS(Eng), FRCSI, FRCS(Orth), DipSportsMed(Ed)
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37 years of experience
Essex, IG9 5HX
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37 years of experience
Essex, IG9 5HX
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Mr Sunil Kumar is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon , with a special interest in all aspects of knee surgery and sports injuries. Mr Kumar undertook his medical training at the London Hospital Medical College, gaining his MBBS in 1989. Following full registration, he undertook his basic surgical training in the London region and obtained Fellowships of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. He subsequently undertook specialist orthopaedic training between 1994 and 2000 on the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH) Training Programme where he was also awarded the prestigious Johnson and Johnson Arthroplasty Fellowship. Upon completion of his training he undertook a specialist knee and sports trauma fellowship in New Zealand & Australia in 1999.
Mr Kumar took up his post as a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with an interest in knee surgery at Barking, Havering and Redbridge NHS Trust in 2000 where he was also Clinical Director for the Musculoskeletal Service. He is an active Faculty Member of Knee Surgery Training Courses and has been on National Trainee Appointments Committees. In 2021, he moved on from a Full-Time to Honorary Contract position with Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust and continues to provide NHS & private treatments via Spire London East Hospital, Spire Hartswood Hospital, Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital and Nuffield Health Brentwood Hospital.
Mr Kumar has a particular interest in sports injuries and has treated sports men and women at various levels. He holds a prestigious FIFA diploma in football medicine and a Diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. He works closely with numerous sports physiotherapists and is also working with surgeons around the country in developing/trialing new techniques in arthroscopic (keyhole) knee surgery. He has developed rapid rehabilitation programmes associated with meniscal surgery, traumatic osteochondral lesions requiring repair, cartilage transplantation, anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and focal/partial knee replacements.
For the young arthritic knee, there are various arthroscopic procedures and minimally invasive unicompartmental (partial) knee replacements. He also offers the latest in knee replacement surgery, including the bespoke 3D printed personalised total knee replacements. He is also trained in Robotic knee surgery.
More recently, he has been exploring the latest in biological regenerative solutions, including stem cell therapies for osteoarthritis.
Mr Kumar is a member of the Medical Advisory Committees at Spire London East Hospital and Nuffield Health Brentwood Hospitals.
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General Medical Council
No. 3327618
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 1989
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£260Follow-up appointment
£190High Road Buckhurst Hill, Essex, United Kingdom, IG9 5HX
Eagle Way Great Warley, Brentwood, United Kingdom, CM13 3LE
Shenfield Road, Shenfield, Brentwood, United Kingdom, CM15 8EH
Roding Lane South, Redbridge, United Kingdom, IG4 5PZ
1 Beaumont Square Stepney Green, London, United Kingdom, E1 4NL
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Mr Sunil Kumar is described as an excellent and professional consultant by patients. His expertise in knee surgery, including total and partial knee replacement, brings pain relief, improved mobility, and excellent recovery. Patients highlight his approachable manner, reassuring communication, and comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care. Overall patient feedback highlights successful knee surgery and effective long-term recovery.
I had a total knee replacement on the 29th July, and did feel quite nervous about the procedure. Although I was very pleased Mr Kumar was carrying out the operation, having seen him over the last few years regarding the problem with my knee, and found him to be very reassuring and professional in his approach. During my short stay I found all nursing staff at the Spire were very attentive and caring for there patients. I saw Mr Kumar after six weeks post opp, and he pretty much answered all my questions and reservations before I had even asked them. I can't recommend him and The Spire highly enough. My one suggestion is the after opp physio, which is very important, could be better organised, I personally arranged it myself and I'm sure feeling the benefits. Thank you
Mr Kumar was excellent, everything was explained in detail from first consultation to eventual operation and follow up consultation. A true professional
By recommendation I attended the Nuffield Health hospital in Brentwood Essex, on 14th May 2026, to discuss the total knee replacement of my painful left knee. The consultant was Mr Sunil Kumar a very pleasant professional gentleman, who explained every detail of why I had been in pain with my left knee for so long, he very clearly explained the replacement knee operation and all the post op care. My operation date was the 9th July 2026, having had prior visits to the hospital for pre operative checks by their extremely professional and lovely nurses and care staff, I was taken to my room and settled in again having the pre-op checks. My operation was done that same morning, followed by a X-ray and shortly after was back in my room being attended to by the nurses throughout the day. My meals given to me were excellent with good choices, again staff were polite and friendly, care in my opinion was 100% faultless, I was discharged the next day 11:00am 10th July 2026, having been seen by the physiotherapy staff who had me walking along the ward and later up and down stairs so I was comfortable with using the crutches. My sincere admiration and thanks to everyone at the Nuffield Hospital where I really did have a painfree experience, yes it was sore, but that was all it was, sent home with all medication and weekly list of when and how much to take, and of course the exercises that very much needed to be done, a very important part of my recovery. Here I am on Friday 21st at home just 6 weeks after my knee operation, having seen Mr Kumar yesterday who was very pleased with my pr...
Read moreMr Kumar explained everything to detail Completed my knee surgery perfectly
Excellent all round, so easy to work with and delighted with the outcome.
I had a total knee replacement and was kept informed at all stages from diagnoses to cmpletion and sign off. Mr Kumar was very curtious at all times.
Sunil was recommended by a surgeon who worked with him in the past. She described him as an artist and the Don of his profession. She wasn't wrong. Sunil was explained the procedure in depth but made sure I understood everything. A great result was achieved by a caring surgeon.
Mr Kumar was very professional throughout, explaining things to a detail I could understand and was very clear in all he advised. He has a great manner and I felt confident is his ability to perform my surgery
I highly recommend Mr Kumar, he has replaced both my knees and his professionalism and kind approach helped me feel comfortable and confident throughout. The results have been excellent and it is great to be able to walk without pain.
My visit was very pleasent with very friendly staff. The waiting room was relaxing in a cool area with an outside temperature of 38 deg c
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Mr Sunil Kumar's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 123 reviews.
What languages does Mr Sunil Kumar speak?
Mr Sunil Kumar speaks English, Hindi and Urdu
Where is Mr Sunil Kumar located?
Mr Sunil Kumar 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 Sunil Kumar working hours?
Mr Sunil Kumar is working Monday (13:00 - 15:30, 17:30 - 20:00), Wednesday (14:00 - 20:00), Thursday (14:00 - 20:00), Friday (16:00 - 20:00), Saturday (10:30 - 12:30, 08:30 - 10:00)
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