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Dr. Rupinder Kochhar

Dr. Rupinder Kochhar

Diabetes & Endocrinology Specialist

Bolton, BL6 4LA

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19 years of experience
Verified profile
19 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.99

31 patient reviews

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.97
Explanation

58 recommendations for:

Endocrinology(20)
Hormone Imbalances and Disorders (Female)(6)
Men's Health(5)
Other(27)

Recent patient review

22 Mar 2024

Excellent service.

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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:

  • Pituitary disorders
  • Thyroid disorders
  • Parathyroid disorders
  • Adrenal disorders
  • Reproductive disorders
  • Metabolic Bone disorders
  • Type1 & Type2 Diabetes
  • Weight management (Medical, GLP-1 analogue Saxenda)
  • Insulin pump

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. 


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Endocrinology (34%)
  • Hormone Imbalances and Disorders (Female) (10%)
  • Men's Health (9%)
  • Thyroid Problems (9%)
  • Diabetes (7%)
  • Others (31%)

Subspecialties
  • Endocrinology
  • Diabetes
  • General (Internal) Medicine

All conditions and treatments
  • Hormone Imbalances and Disorders (Female)
  • Men's Health
  • Thyroid Problems
  • Adrenal Disease
  • Graves' Disease
  • Hormone Disorders (Male)
  • Pituitary Disorders
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Cushing's Syndrome
  • General Medicine
  • Testosterone Replacement Therapy
  • Adrenocorticotropin Stimulation Tests (ACTH)
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • Dexamethasone Suppression Test
  • Pituitary Function Test
  • Synacthen Test
  • Video Consultation

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 7293431

Royal College of Physicians

No. RCP0155628


Qualifications

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


languages spoken
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Punjabi
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £230
  • Follow-up appointment: £140

insurers
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • Aetna
  • Vitality Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Norwich Union
  • The PHC
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Healix
  • Saga Insurance
  • Bupa Platinum
  • Simply Health
  • Groupama

Location

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The Beaumont Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

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Old Hall Clough Chorley New Road Lostock, Bolton, United Kingdom, BL6 4LA
Old Hall Clough Chorley New Road Lostock, Bolton, United Kingdom, BL6 4LA
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17:30 - 20:00
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Reviews

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Endocrinology (20)
Hormone Imbalances and Disorders (Female) (6)
Men's Health (5)
Thyroid Problems (5)
Diabetes (4)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

31 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent service.

22 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Endocrinology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Kochhar explained everything in a way so I felt informed & comfortable

22 Mar 2024verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

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.

01 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hormone Imbalances and Disorders (Female)
Endocrinology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Clear and concise information. All information given in manner to be able to understand in relation from a medical term to a practical explanation.

22 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Endocrinology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent experience, thorough explanation without being patronising.

11 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Type 2 Diabetes
Endocrinology
Diabetes

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

excellent Doctor with excellent communication skills. Really pleased with the information given.

08 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hyperthyroidism
Endocrinology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

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.

13 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hormone Imbalances and Disorders (Female)
Endocrinology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very pleasant doctor who listened and gave good information

27 Oct 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Endocrinology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

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.

19 Oct 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Endocrinology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

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.

17 Oct 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cushing's Syndrome
Men's Health
Endocrinology
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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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Dr. Rupinder Kochhar is working Wednesday (17:30 - 20:00)

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