Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy
MBBS, FRSC(Eng), MPhil, MS, BSc (Hons)
General Surgeon
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23 years of experience
London, W1U 5NY
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18 connections in healthcare
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About Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy
Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy is a Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon based in Reading. He currently sees private patients at the following locations:
- Circle Reading Hospital
- Ramsay Berkshire Independent Hospital
- Spire Dunedin Hospital
- London Digestive Centre
- Princess Grace Hospital
Mr Thiruppathy completed his medical degree at the Royal Free Hospital School of Medicine, University of London in 2002 followed by his basic surgical training on the North and East Hertfordshire NHS Trust. Prior to undertaking his surgical registrar training, he began research in coloproctology at University College London and was awarded a MPhil for his work in 2011. During this time, he gained expertise in incontinence, pelvic floor dysfunction and severe obstetric perineal trauma. Mr Thiruppathy completed his specialist registrar training in General Surgery on the North East London General Surgery Registrar training rotation. During his registrar training, he gained vast expertise in complex hernia repair, trauma surgery and laparoscopic colorectal surgery. He became a Fellow in General Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2012.
Following his training, he completed a fellowship at Florida South Hospitals in the United States and a colorectal fellowship at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Adelaide in Australia. He was appointed as a Consultant at the Royal Berkshire NHS Trust in 2015 and has been a consultant since.
Mr Thirupatthy has clinical interests in the following areas:
- Minimally invasive surgery (e.g., bowel resection, bowel operation and colonic surgery)
- Colorectal cancer (colonic growth, polyps)
- Diverticular disease
- Bowel stricture
- Inflammatory bowel disease (including Crohn's, ulcerative colitis, indeterminate colitis, ileo-anal pouches and infective colitis)
- Anal disorders (including haemorrhoids, piles, skin tags, fissure, fistula, rectal pain, rectal bleeding and warts)
- Anal cancer surveillance
- Open and keyhole hernia repair (incisional, inguinal, epigastric and umbilical hernia)
- Laparoscopic gallbladder/gallstone surgery
- Laparoscopic pelvic floor dysfunction (incontinence, constipation and rectal prolapse)
- Endoscopy (gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy)
- Skin lesions, skin lumps
Subspecialties
- Colorectal Surgery
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6054441
Royal College of Surgeons
No. 254981
Education
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2002
University College London, University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2013
University of Adelaide
Master in surgery
Graduated 2015
University of Reading
Business Management
Graduated 2023
Qualifications
BSc (Hons) in Infection and Immunity - University College London, UK in 2000
MBBS - Royal Free University College Medical School of Medicine, University of London, UK in in 2002
MPhil in Coloproctology - University College London, UK in 2011
FRCS (Gen Surg) - Royal College of Surgeons, UK in 2012
MS in Minimally Invasive Surgery - UK in 2016
Professional Memberships:
- Advance Laparoscopic Society of Great Britain and Ireland
- Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £300
- Follow-up appointment: £150
Insurers
- General and Medical
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Freedom Health Insurance
- The Exeter
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- Saga Health Insurance
- Bupa
- WPA
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
- Aetna
- The PHC
- Benenden Health
Location
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(3299)
42-52 Nottingham Place, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5NY
(227)
100 Drake Way, Reading, United Kingdom, RG2 0NE
(138)
Coley Park, Swallows Croft, Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom, RG1 6UZ
Reviews
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Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy is a clear communicator, and patients feel at ease with him. He successfully treats haemorrhoids, performs colonoscopies, and repairs hernias. Patients also praise his professional manner and thorough care. His expertise covers inguinal hernia, general hernia repairs, and colorectal surgery.
I saw Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy at Circle Reading Hospital in October 2025 for troublesome internal haemorrhoids. He quickly made an accurate diagnosis and clearly explained my condition and the treatment options, including rubber band ligation. I went ahead with banding of my internal haemorrhoids, which was done efficiently and with great care, and he talked me through each step so I knew exactly what was happening. Since then my symptoms have improved a lot, with much less discomfort and bleeding in everyday life. At my follow‑up appointment in January 2026, we mainly reviewed how things had improved after the procedure and discussed ongoing management and prevention. Mr Thiruppathy listened carefully, answered all my questions, and gave clear, practical advice. Overall, I’ve had an excellent experience under his care and feel much more comfortable and reassured now. I would highly recommend Mr Thiruppathy and the team at Circle Reading Hospital to anyone needing assessment and treatment for haemorrhoids.
Excellent experience. Very efficient, and knowledgeable. Mr Thiruppathy was my consultant and he is still my work colleague.
Experience brilliant and made very easy , always informative and can’t fault anything
As much as the colonoscopy was not enjoyable, I really do rate the whole experience as amazing, the staff were all wonderful and really looked after me
The clinical staff were so nice, informative and made me feel at ease. Mr Thiruppathy gave clear feedback and advice throughout the procedure and after.
Follow up from surgery in October. Seen on time very efficient.
Mr Thiruppathy is a very pleasant gentleman and provided a fast and clear diagnosis. Surgery was arranged at a very convenient time. I made a good recovery with minimal pain from the surgery. Advice was very helpful and comprehensive throughout the process. Thank you.
Good explanation of cause of my problem and how it would be repaired during the operation. Good calm reassurring care on day of operation and post operation. Let’s put it this way - hopefully i never need another operation but if I did I would be more than happy to have it done here at the Priory, Reading.
Endorsements
Mr Thirupatty is a very thorough abdominal surgeon with a positive and attentive approach to each case. I appreciate his deep knowledge and his attitude to find the best way to treat patients. He has gained my patients and my personal trust.
16 Mar 2024
Mr Giuseppe Sforza
Orthopaedic SurgeonKumaran is an excellent surgeon, communicates well with patients and their families and is a pleasure to work with.
16 Mar 2024
Miss Caris Grimes
General SurgeonExcellent surgeon and colleague
05 Oct 2022
Professor Mark William Little
RadiologistI have worked closely with Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy for the past 8 years. He is an outstanding Surgeon and clinician. We regularly perform combined complex robotic and open operations together. These are always very enjoyable as his skill as a Surgeon and the care and diligence he approaches all his patients, is inspiring. He has taught me a great deal over the years, and his number is always the first number I would call if I needed general surgical advice or guidance. I regularly refer him patients, as I know they are in very safe hands with him.
30 Sep 2022
Mr Philip Charlesworth
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Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 52 reviews.
What languages does Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy speak?
Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy speaks English
Where is Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy located?
Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK The Princess Grace Hospital, located at 42-52 Nottingham Place, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5NY
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What are Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy working hours?
Mr Kumaran Thiruppathy is working Tuesday (07:45 - 18:30), Wednesday (13:00 - 19:00, 18:00 - 20:00, 07:45 - 17:00), Friday (16:00 - 18:45)
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