
Mr Rajiv PillaiUrology in Colchester
Professional statement
Mr Rajiv Pillai is a highly experienced consultant urological surgeon practising at the Oaks Hospital in Colchester. His areas of expertise include urologic oncology, urinary tract stones and infections, prostate cancer, bladder cancer and benign prostate tumours.
In the last four years, Mr Pillai has performed nearly 400 major complex cancer operations of the kidney, bladder and prostate. In addition to cancer treatment, he also specialises in men's health disorders, urinary leakage disorders, kidney stones, impotence, ejaculatory problems, scrotal lumps and foreskin problems.
Mr Pillai's specialist urology training took place in the Eastern Deanery, mainly in Norwich and Cambridge, and received subspecialty training in urological cancer surgery of the kidney, bladder and prostate. He currently specialises in laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery which he offers to his patients.
Mr Pillai currently leads several clinical research projects in prostate and bladder cancer at the Colchester General Hospital and is also actively involved in teaching post-graduate urology trainees. In addition, he is currently a tutor at the University of Edinburgh.
In the last four years, Mr Pillai has performed nearly 400 major complex cancer operations of the kidney, bladder and prostate. In addition to cancer treatment, he also specialises in men's health disorders, urinary leakage disorders, kidney stones, impotence, ejaculatory problems, scrotal lumps and foreskin problems.
Mr Pillai's specialist urology training took place in the Eastern Deanery, mainly in Norwich and Cambridge, and received subspecialty training in urological cancer surgery of the kidney, bladder and prostate. He currently specialises in laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery which he offers to his patients.
Mr Pillai currently leads several clinical research projects in prostate and bladder cancer at the Colchester General Hospital and is also actively involved in teaching post-graduate urology trainees. In addition, he is currently a tutor at the University of Edinburgh.
Clinics

Oaks Hospital
Colchester, 120 Mile End Road, CO4 5XRMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 21 years of experience
- Consultant Urological Surgeon, Baddow Hospital, Chelmsford (2016 - present)
Subspecialties
- Laparoscopic surgery
- Pelvic surgery
Professional memberships
- British Association of Urological Surgeons
- Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Education
- FRCS Urology University of Edinburgh (2012)
Teaching posts
- ChM Tutor, The University of Edinburgh (present)
Publications and conferences
Languages spoken
- English
- Hindi
Registration number: 6061585
Reviews
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- Outstanding service from beginning to end. Mr Pillai fully transparent with all aspects of the operation. Great advice given through links to various websites for information. Always felt safe in his hands!
- Mr Pillai was excellent throughout my delicate procedure. He came highly recommended by my business partner and I now know why
- Mr Rajiv Pillai very kind and understanding allays any concerns you might have would gladly recommend him to a friend, exceptional bedside manner .the staff very friendly and welcoming, minimal waiting time in clinic, and facilities very good.
- Excellent service from all staff, especially Mr Pillai. He has a very friendly manner and explains everything. Very happy with how my appointment went.
- Mr Pillai was very professional, informative and happy to asked any questions I had I was recommend Mr Pillai by a friend and have recommend him to a couple of my friends already.
- Yes I would recommend Mr Pillai
- No hesitation in recommending Mr Pillai , he and the hospital staff provided excellent care and support
- I found Mr Pillai very easy to talk to and he answered all my questions in detail which was reassuring. I would recommend Mr Pillai based on my experience.