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Mr Raman R Thakur

MBBS MS (Ortho) FRCS (Glasgow) FRCS (Orth)

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Live bookings available

41 years of experience

Cranbrook, TN17 4AX

(+4 more)

Skill endorsed

by Mr Matthew Oliver

4.89

/5

(364 reviews)

Live bookings available

41 years of experience

Cranbrook, TN17 4AX

(+4 more)

Skill endorsed

by Mr Matthew Oliver

Areas of expertise

Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
124
Knee Arthroscopy
86
Knee Replacement
76

Contact

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About Mr Raman R Thakur

Dr. Raman Thakur is an Consultant Orthopaedic surgeon currently working at Benenden Hospital as well as holding a substantive post as Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Trauma and Orthopaedics at the William Harvey Hospital, Ashford.

Trained in India, he moved to the Uk in 1993 to receive specialist training in orthopaedics and trauma in the Guys and St Thomas' Rotation, which included placements in various hospitals throughout the UK. He also completed a fellowship programme at the Lennox Hill Hospital in New York, USA, learning specialist techniques in adult reconstructive surgeries.

Thakur is passionate about teaching and is involved in the education and training of junior doctors. He is also an instructor for the Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) course provided by the Royal College of Surgeons of England and gives lectures on their training programmes.


Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

Hip replacement surgery

ACL reconstruction

Arthroscopy

Release of trigger finger

Unicompartmental knee replacement

Diagnostic arthroscopy

Arthroscopic knee surgery

Hip and knee replacement

Meniscal repair and Anterior Cruciate Ligament reconstruction

Arthroplasty of the hip and knee


Subspecialties

  • Hip Surgery
  • Knee Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
124
Knee Arthroscopy
86
Knee Replacement
76
Knee Pain
36
Arthritis (Knee)
24
Total Knee Replacement
18
Meniscus Repair
17
Arthroscopy
6
Partial Knee Replacement
5
Arthritis (Hip)
4
ACL Reconstruction
3
Hip Fractures
3
Shoulder Pain
2
Arthritis (Shoulder)
2
MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
2
Rotator Cuff Injury
1
ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury
1
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
1
Rotator Cuff Repair
1
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
1
Pelvic Fractures
1
Fracture (Broken Bone)
1
Steroid Injection
1
Hip and Groin Pain
1
Back Pain
1
Shoulder Impingement
1
Arthrosamid Injection
1
Hip Arthroscopy

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4261371


Qualifications

Mr Thakur qualified from Osmania University in 1985 and underwent further orthopaedic training in India, graduating with a Masters in Orthopaedics in 1990.

In 1993, he moved to the UK and underwent specialist training in orthopaedics and trauma in the Guys and St Thomas' Rotation, which involved training in various hospitals in Kent, Surrey and Central London.


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • WPA
  • Vitality
  • AXA Health
  • Bupa

Fees

  • New appointment

    £210
  • Follow-up appointment

    £172
*May vary on location

Locations

Benenden Hospital

Goddard's Green Road, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX

4.87(11,556 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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One Ashford Hospital

Kennington Road Willesborough, Ashford, United Kingdom, TN24 0YS

4.88(5,059 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Spencer Private Hospital Canterbury

Kent & Canterbury Hospital. Ethelbert Road, Kent, United Kingdom, CT1 3NG

4.66(2,064 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Spencer Private Hospital Ashford

Spencer Private Hospitals Consulting Suite, Arunde, Ashford, United Kingdom, TN24 0LZ

4.80(2,034 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

William Harvey Hospital

Kennington Road, Willesborough, Ashford, United Kingdom, TN24 0LZ

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)
124
Knee Arthroscopy
86
Knee Replacement
76

Contact

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Patients see Mr Raman R Thakur as clear and friendly. He takes time to talk to each one and give good care. He is kind, calm, and helps them feel safe at all times. Key care areas are hip replacement, knee arthroscopy, and knee replacement.

5
verified patient
26 Oct 2026

The appointment with Mr Thakur was reassuring that the recovery from my full left knee replacement was progressing as expected and that he was happy with my extension and flexation. He did pick me up as I left as I was not bending the knee and advised how to remedy that

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
24 Oct 2026

I found Mr. Thakur to be very kind explains everything in detail and I have confidence in him.

5
verified patient
24 Oct 2026

Mr. Thakur was very professional and the whole experience was good.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
24 Oct 2026

Mr Thakur explained everything very clearly

5
verified patient
24 Oct 2026

Explained process from start to finish, no detail left out. Brilliant

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
24 Oct 2026

Consultant was friendly and fully explained the outcome of my knee MRI.

5
verified patient
24 Oct 2026

Dr Thakur heard my concerns then thoughtfully offered an option that allowed me to feel heard and able to move on

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
24 Oct 2026

Mr Thakur was a wonderful surgeon who treated me with great kindness

5
verified patient
23 Oct 2026

Was seen by Mr Thakur & he examined my knee, explained all the procedures & compilations etc, in all a good visit

Patient seen for:
4
verified patient
18 Oct 2026

Follow-up was very brief - due to 30- min delay with appointment, I think

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Skill Endorsements

Excellent colleague

05 Feb 2024
Endorsed for
Bone Tumour Surgery
Knee Surgery

Mr Matthew Oliver

Mr Matthew Oliver

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

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FAQ

What are Mr Raman R Thakur's reviews like?

Mr Raman R Thakur's overall patient rating is 4.89 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 364 reviews.

What languages does Mr Raman R Thakur speak?

Mr Raman R Thakur speaks English

Where is Mr Raman R Thakur located?

Mr Raman R Thakur primarily practices at Benenden Hospital, located at Goddard's Green Road, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX
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