Dr Rupinder Singh Kochhar is a consultant endocrinologist based at Salford Royal Hospital and has his private practice based at The Beaumont Hospital in Bolton.
Dr Kochhar gained his primary medical qualification; MBBS from the University of Delhi in 2005. He subsequently completed MD in Internal Medicine from University of Delhi in 2009.
He moved to the United Kingdom in 2012 and joined as a specialist registrar in Diabetes & Endocrinology at Weston General Hospital in Somerset. He later joined Good Hope Hospital as a clinical fellow in Endocrinology before moving to Northwest where he joined higher speciality training in Diabetes & Endocrinology, Health Education England. During his training he rotated through all the tertiary teaching hospitals in the Northwest. He completed his training in 2019 and joined as a consultant endocrinologist at the Lancashire Teaching NHS Foundation Trust from November 2019 to January 2023. He has joined Salford Care Organisation, Norther Care Alliance as a consultant endocrinologist from February 2023.
He has a keen interest in medical education and holds the post of “Honorary Clinical Senior Teaching Fellow” with University of Manchester. During his tenure at Lancashire Teaching NHS Foundation Trust, he was appointed as the Royal College Tutor and was in charge for post graduate medical education programme for the trust. He is also a nominated supervisor for medical students and junior doctors.
Dr Kochhar specialises in the following areas:
He also has a particular interests in the management of male and female hypogonadism (testosterone replacement therapy and menopause). Additionally, he is experienced in weight management, diabetes, and its complications. He treats both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and has expertise in diabetes technology such as continuous glucose monitoring and insulin pumps. He is the current lead for the young person diabetes service, and he also runs the insulin pump service.
He is fluent in English, Hindi and Punjabi.
Appointmnets can be booked directly either by calling The Beaumont Hospital or online using the link. It is advisable to bring the referral letter and all relevant investigations along for the appointment.
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General Medical Council
No. 7293431
Royal College of Physicians
No. RCP0155628
MBBS - University of Delhi, India in 2005
MD in Internal Medicine - University of Delhi, India in 2009
MRCP - Royal College of Physicians of London, UK in 2011
MRCPE (Diabetes & Endocrinology) - Royal College of Physicians, UK in 2019
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31 reviews
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Excellent service.
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Dr Kochhar explained everything in a way so I felt informed & comfortable
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Dr Rupinder Kochhar was lovely and very understanding. Super helpful and was more than delighted to answer all the questions I had. Super appreciative of his patients.
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Clear and concise information. All information given in manner to be able to understand in relation from a medical term to a practical explanation.
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Excellent experience, thorough explanation without being patronising.
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excellent Doctor with excellent communication skills. Really pleased with the information given.
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A pleasant consultant with a cheerful understanding bedside manner. I feel my concerns were listened to and an appropriate plan for the next steps was made.
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Very pleasant doctor who listened and gave good information
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I would definitely recommend Dr. Kochhar - he took the time to take a detailed history, fully explained my current condition and supported my GP's diagnosis for further treatment.
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Dr Kochhar took the time to fully understand my situation, he was patient and informative whilst explaining and made sure I fully understood the process. He was accomodating of my financial situation also and suggested the best ways to progress to make sure I don't incur large costs.
What are Dr. Rupinder Kochhar's reviews like?
Dr. Rupinder Kochhar's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 31 reviews
What languages does Dr. Rupinder Kochhar speak?
Dr. Rupinder Kochhar speaks English, Hindi and Punjabi
Where is Dr. Rupinder Kochhar located?
Dr. Rupinder Kochhar primarily practices at The Beaumont Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Old Hall Clough Chorley New Road Lostock, Bolton, United Kingdom, BL6 4LA
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What are Dr. Rupinder Kochhar working hours?
Dr. Rupinder Kochhar is working Wednesday (17:30 - 20:00)
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