An initial consultation with Mr Vamsi Ramana Velchuru is from £200.
Mr Vamsi Ramana Velchuru
Consultant General, Laparoscopic and Colorectal Surgeon
MBBS, MRCS, FRCS(Edin), FRCS(Gen Surg), MIS & Robotic CR Surg(Chicago, USA)
Specialises in
- Laparoscopic hernia repair
- Gallbladder surgery
- Colorectal surgery
- Bowel cancer
- Ingrown toenail surgery
Languages spoken
English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil
I have been a Consultant General, Laparoscopic and Colorectal Surgeon in the NHS for 14 years. My expertise lies in minimally invasive colorectal surgery and proctology, with extensive experience in treating complex hernias, haemorrhoidal disease, fistula management and colorectal conditions. As a nationally recognised surgical trainer and Silver Scalpel Award finalist, I bring a unique blend of surgical precision, teaching excellence, and compassionate care to my practice.
I specialise in general and colorectal surgery, with a focus on laparoscopic and minimally invasive techniques. My areas of expertise include laparoscopic inguinal, incisional and complex hernia repairs (excluding hiatus hernia), haemorrhoidal procedures including banding, haemorrhoidectomy and anolift, anal fistula surgery including LIFT procedure, stoma management and closures, and the investigation and management of rectal bleeding, constipation and diarrhoea. I also offer gallstone and cholecystectomy services.
To date, I have performed over 3,000 laparoscopic procedures, including complex hernia repairs, colorectal resections, and proctology surgeries. I regularly undertake procedures in both NHS and private settings and maintain high standards of clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction. My surgical practice is evidence-based and outcome-driven, supported by clinical audit and quality improvement.
I have gained extensive experience in general and minimally invasive surgery, Advance Colorectal Surgery, and Proctology, and I intend to utilise these skills for the benefit of the patient and also to become a good trainer and supervisor. My priority as a Surgeon is “patient safety” and I believe in predicting complications and preventing them before it happens.
I have been involved in developing numerous high-quality activities in the NHS over the years, which are based on the STEEEP principles. My aim is to have a Safe, Timely, Effective, Equitable, Efficient and Patient centred approach in every aspect of the organisation. I strongly believe that Clinical effectiveness and outcomes can be improved with Evidence based approach, Robust clinical and hospital processes and systems and Team working. I am very keen to partner with integrated care systems and care partnerships to improve patient care and experience.
I am a highly enthusiastic and hardworking individual. Empathic communication with both patients and colleagues is one of my strong attribute. I strongly believe that my aptitude and motivation will keep me in good stead to achieve further. I motivate, inspire and support my colleagues in a clear and honest manner and have a shared leadership style to achieve my vision.
I hold numerous managerial positions including; Director of Medical Education – Deeply passionate about education for at least a decade and now responsible for the Education of future doctors in the James Paget Hospital. Surgeon Trainer - Nominated for National Silver Scalpel Award for 2023 by Higher Surgical Trainee. Privileged to be a finalist for this National award.
NMS Lead – Fantastic QA feedback from UEA (since 5 years). Secured extra funding for 3.5 Clinical Teaching Fellows for NMS teaching. Helped in up banding of Administrative Staff. Foundation training Program Director – HEE recognised ‘Excellence in Teaching & Supervision’ in 2022.
As a SAS tutor, I introduced ‘SAS Charter’ to the trust. As a SAS doctor myself, when appointed as a SAS tutor, promoted SAS doctors profile to a higher level by listening, recognising different perspectives, empathising to colleagues and becoming a positive role model. In the process, facilitated personalised meetings with CEO, Medical director, etc., on a regular basis. Successfully secured >£75,000 in SAS funding. Organised 15 development courses to SAS doctors in the trust and also participated in the Regional SAS tutor steering group meetings, to improve working lives and opportunities.
My brainchild was to set up ‘Specialty specific CESR champions’ along with SAS Dean in the EOE. I am the CESR Specialty champion for general surgery.
I mentored five doctors with positive outcomes. SAS Doctor Surgical Trainer – Facilitate planned 1:1 theatre sessions to upskill surgery techniques such as Lap hernias, etc. Work Experience Facilitator/Supervisor – Facilitated work experience for local A Level students since 2014. Run a successful program of rotating observership in all departments. Once of the local student who I mentored is a 5th year Medical student currently and wishes to become a ED Consultant in Paget.
General Medical Council Number: 5188187
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr Vamsi Ramana Velchuru at Spire include:
General surgery
- Anal fistula surgery
- Anal fissure surgery
- Anal warts surgery
- Bowel surgery, colostomy and ileostomy
- Bowel disorder test
- Gallbladder / gallstone removal (cholecystectomy)
- Haemorrhoids removal treatment
- Hernia surgery
- Ingrown toenail surgery
- Laparoscopy investigation and treatment
Endoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Gastroscopy
Other treatments
- Chron's disease
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Fistula in ano surgery
- Gallstones (laparoscopic cholecystectomy)
- Groin hernia repair (laparoscopic, keyhole, open surgery)
- Incisional hernia repair (simple and complex)
- Lipoma excision
- Pile surgery (banding in outpatient clinics, haemorrhoidectomy / anolift procedure)
- Rectal bleeding
- Stoma formation / closure
- Ulcerative colitis
- Umbilical hernia repair
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Important information about COVID-19 tests
COVID-19 testing or antibody tests are not available as a standalone service at Spire Norwich Hospital.
Additional information
Clinical interests
Bowel disease
Colonoscopy
Coloproctology
Colorectal surgery
Gallstone surgery
Gastrointestinal
General surgery
Hernia repair surgery
Laparoscopic surgery
Minimal access surgery
Qualification and professional memberships
MIS CRC fellowship / University of Illinois, Chicago, USA / 2012
Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery Fellowship
FRCS (Gen Surg) / Intercollegiate Speciality Boards,Edinburgh / 2009
Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (General Surgery)
FRCS / Royal college of Surgeons, Edinburgh, UK / 2001
Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons
MRCS / Royal college of Surgeons, Edinburgh, UK / 2001
Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons
MBBS / Mysore University, India / 1993
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Professional memberships
General Medical Council
Medical Defence Union
European Society of Hernia Surgery
RCS, Edinburgh
Professional leadership
Consultant, General & Colorectal Surgery
Director Of Medical Education(Norwich Med School + PG)
Chair, Clinical Ethics Advisory Group
CESR Champion, General Surgery(EOE)
Educational Supervisor
Norwich Medical School Lead (Trust) (Prior)
QI Lead(Trust) (Prior)
SAS Tutor (Prior)
Appraiser (Prior)
Chair, Hospital Transfusion Committee (Prior)
Research and publications
Media Coverage
Current NHS posts
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Personal profile
Recently I have been hooked to hiking and did the Yorkshire Three Peak Challenge and Machu Pichu trial last year. Since 6 years I have been cycling long distances for Charity (Bowel Cancer UK) which I thoroughly enjoy. I live in a small village south of Norwich with my lovely wife and two boys.
Contact information
| Telephone | 01603 255 614 |
| Private secretary | Chloe Baker |
| Private secretary telephone | 07440 171 960 |
| Private secretary email | chloe.medicalsecretary@outlook.com |