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An introduction to Dr Shanmugasundaram Rajkumar
Meet Dr Shanmugasundaram Rajkumar, a leading consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon in ...
Mr Shanmugasundaram Rajkumar
MBBS Dip
GMC: 5194508Professional statement
Mr Shanmugasundaram Rajkumar is a highly experienced Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 30 years of experience in orthopaedic surgery, based in Glasgow. He has developed a specialist practice in hip and knee surgery, with particular expertise in primary and revision hip replacement, total and partial knee replacement, customised knee replacement, arthroscopic treatment of meniscal injuries, cartilage preservation and complex trauma, including periprosthetic fracture fixation. He privately practises at Circle Ross Hall Hospital, Glasgow and his NHS base is Greater Glasgow & Clyde.
Mr Rajkumar combines extensive surgical experience with a strong commitment to evidence-based, patient-centred care. He has a strong commitment to quality and patient safety. For joint replacement surgery, he mainly uses ODEP 10A-rated implants which are considered as industry standards for implant quality and monitors surgical outcomes through national joint replacement registry data, including the National Joint Registry and the Scottish Arthroplasty Project
Mr Rajkumar has been recognised for his contribution to clinical care and patient safety through a number of professional awards, including Patient Safety Awards and recognition for his contribution to hip fracture management.
Alongside his clinical practice, Mr Rajkumar has a longstanding commitment to education and research. He is an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Glasgow and holds a teaching appointment with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. He has published in peer-reviewed orthopaedic journals, contributes as a consulting editor to international orthopaedic journals and reviews research for the Bone and Joint Journal. His research interests include shared decision-making and patient involvement in major surgery, including participation in multicentre research with Oxford University.
His overall philosophy is simple: provide the right treatment for the right patient, based on the best available evidence, while treating every patient as an individual.
Clinics
221 Crookston Road, Glasgow, G52 3NQMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 35 years of experience
- Consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon, Ross Hall Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
Subspecialties
- Hip replacement
- Revision hip replacement
Professional memberships
- FRCS, Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Glasgow
- Academy of General Education, Manipal, India
Education
- FRCS, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Glasgow (2009)
- FRCS, Surgery, Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Glasgow (2000)
Teaching posts
- FRCS - Trauma & Orthopaedics Examiner, JCIE Board
- GMC recognised Medical Trainer, Scotland
Positions in organisations
- Recruitment Panel member - Glasgow University Medical School - National ST1 and ST3 interviews
- National Procurement Panel member for GGC Scotland Clyde Sector
Publications and conferences
- Osteochondral injuries of the knee. S MacMohan, S Rajkumar. Open EFORT Reviews (accepted)
- Does Intramedullary Plugging Reduce Blood Transfusion Requirements in TKR: A Randomised Controlled Trial. S Rajkumar, S Thiagaraj, A Ghoz, R Dodds, S Tavares (submitted)
Prizes and awards
- Voted as one of the top three orthopaedic surgeons in Renfrewshire, ThreeBestRated
- Hip fracture team management award, Orthopaedic department, Royal Alexandra Hospital (2019-20)
Languages spoken
- English
- Tamil
Registration number: 5194508
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- Mr Rajkumar was a very friendly and professional consultant I have anxiety around my knee due to previous injuries however when doing tests he managed to calm my nerves really I would 100% recommend him to anyone wanting to see a Specialist
- I saw Mr Rajkumar regarding an issue with my knee. The appointments were very informative, he took the time to explain the issue I was having and arranged my MR I and follow up promptly. Very happy with the treatment and communication, would happily see him again for any other relevant issues.
- Absolutely amazing, so friendly, gives loads of information and puts me at ease every time through some really difficult times and operations
- I had a successful total hip replacement done and I await the other leg done. I can’t thank Dr. Raj enough for. God bless him and his team. I feel brand new already.Doctor's response -Thanks for your kind feedback. It helps improve my patient care and good to know that you had an excellent outcome from your recent hip surgery