Mr Gautam Talawadekar was awarded the iWantGreatCare certificate of excellence in 2024 for delivering outstanding care.

 

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Written by a patient at Ashford Hospital
1st June 2017


I had shoulder surgery (NHS, Ashford Hosp). Mr Talawadekar explained everything to me carefully, thoroughly and kindly at my pre- and post-op appointments. He took time and trouble to ensure I was fully informed and well looked after before and after. Appointments never felt rushed or that I was being a bother by asking lots of questions(!). I was extremely impressed by his professional approach as well as his caring, personable and friendly nature - I almost felt like a private patient! ..An excellent job done on the shoulder too. :)

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Written by a patient at St Peter's Hospital
7th May 2017


For many, many years now my left ring finger has been stuck at right angles to the palm of my hand and when I was first referred to Mr Talawadekar. I was immediately put at ease by Mr Talawadekar, such a charming man, down to earth attitude, didn't look down his nose at me as some consultants I had been referred to in the past. He explained everything he would be doing and any side effects of the procedure. He carried out the procedure on 18th April and I can say now the man is a genius. I can now straighten my finger and although still a little stiff I can form a fist with my fingers. I have nothing but admiration for this man, such a shame he cannot be found a space at St Peters Hospital. Mr Talawadekar....Thank you sir!

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Written by a patient at St Peter's Hospital
5th May 2017


I had a ganglion removal done, he was very caring, great professional, very helpful and listens to you. Highly recommended!

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Written by a patient at St Peter's Hospital
2nd May 2017


Dr Talwadekar was kind, professional, efficient and friendly from beginning to end. Not only did he inform me at all times of what was happening or going to happen but he also made a point of keeping my loved ones informed straight after surgery by calling them himself. His treatment of me from beginning to end has been nothing short of wonderful and I would recommend him to anyone and wish him all the best in the future.

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Written by a patient at St Peter's Hospital
30th April 2017


Very pleasant manner. Explained everything to me. Operation for tennis elbow was very successful. Very happy to recommend to anyone.

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Profile

Introduction:

After completing Orthopaedic training in the UK, Mr. Talawadekar undertook Fellowship training in shoulder, elbow hand/wrist and sports surgery in the UK and Canada.

He currently works as Orthopaedic Consultant with special interest in Upper Limb Surgery at the University Hospitals of Morcambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust. He has been an Orthopaedic Consultant since 2016. Majority of his work involves Shoulder and Elbow surgery with the rest involving Hand and Wrist. He also perform general orthopaedic trauma surgeries.

He is a Fellow of the Royal College of surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCS Tr&Orth) and the American College of Surgeons (FACS). He is actively involved in research with multiple National and International presentations and publications in peer reviewed journals and is the Principle investigator for some National Research Projects, at his trust.

He is also a keen trainer and junior doctor educator, and was awarded 'Teacher of the year' award. He is an accredited faculty with the AO foundation, a prime worldwide organisation that deals with trauma care. He is the College Tutor and is responsible for surgical training at the Furness General Hospital.

He is a member of British Elbow and Shoulder Society (BESS) and British Indian Orthopaedic Society (BIOS). He was awarded Certificate of Excellence from iWantGreatCare, a patient review website, after becoming one of their most highly and consistently recommended clinicians by patients treated under his care.

Prior to coming to the UK, he completed Undergraduate and formal Post graduate training in Trauma and Orthopaedics at University of Pune, India.
Specialist Interests: Shoulder/Elbow, Hand & Wrist surgery.
Shoulder: Shoulder arthroscopy - subacromial decompression, rotator cuff repair, biceps tenotomy/tenodesis, dislocation instability repair, frozen shoulder release. Total Shoulder replacements - Anatomical and reverse; Shoulder/girdle trauma - Clavicle fracture fixations for acute fractures and non unions, proximal humeral fracture fixations, tight rope fixations for AC joint dislocation Elbow: Arthroscopy - Stiff elbow release, tennis elbow release, Joint clearance for arthritis Arthroplasty - Hemiarthroplasty, radial head replacement. Soft tissue procedures - Ligament reconstruction, tennis elbow release, golfers elbow release, Platelet Rich Plasma and steroid injections, nerve releases, distal biceps tendon rupture repair. Hand and wrist:Trapeziectomy for arthritis at base of thumb, Carpal tunnel release, Trigger finger release, Arthroplasty - small joints of hand, Dupuytrens disease fasciectomy.

NHS Base: University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust