Dr. Vinu Raj
Orthopedics
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About Dr. Vinu Raj
Dr. Vinu Raj (MBBS – Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Medical College Bangalore, MRCS – Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh, FRCS Trauma & Orthopaedics – Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh, Fellowship in Spine Surgery – Salford Royal Foundation Trust Manchester UK) is Consultant in Orthopaedics and Spine Surgery at Narayana Health City (Mazumdar Shaw Medical Center), Bommasandra, Bangalore. He is one of the most extensively trained spine surgeons in Bangalore with 24 years of experience, including as an NHS Consultant in the UK.
Professional Background
- Years of Practice: 26 years; at Narayana Health City since coming back to India.
- Procedures Performed: Nearly 5,000 surgical procedures performed throughout career: Lumbar disc prolapse surgery, spinal canal decompression, cervical disc prolapse and cord compression surgery, spinal fusion and interbody fusion, spinal tumour surgery, management of metastatic spinal cord compression, treatment of spinal infection and tuberculosis, correction of adult spinal deformity, paediatric deformity surgery, fixation of spinal trauma and fracture, microsurgical spine surgery, and robotic spine surgery.
Innovations & Contributions
- UK NHS Career: Consultant Spine Surgeon at University Hospitals North Midlands, Stoke-on-Trent, UK (from 2015) — as part of a 9-consultant spinal unit providing specialist spine care for a population of 3 million patients, one of the few Bangalore based spine surgeons with full NHS consultant-level experience;
- Spine Fellowship: 18-month dedicated spine fellowship at one of the leading complex spine centres in the UK, Complex Spine Unit, Salford Royal Foundation Trust, Manchester — acquired expertise in all aspects of spine surgery including adult degenerative spine surgery, trauma, spine tumours and infection, paediatric deformity and cervical myelopathy surgery.
- Evidence-Based Practice: A strong proponent of evidence-based medicine and navigation/guidance systems in spine surgery, with a public emphasis on this at the 10,000-procedure milestone press conference at Narayana Health City (March 2026).
- Academic Contributions: Attended research, workshops and CMEs and was actively involved in spine surgery forums in India and UK.
- Memberships: Fellowship of Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCS); Indian Orthopaedic Association; Association of Spine Surgeons of India.
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- • Certificate in Digital Health
- • Member, British Association of Spine Surgeons
- • Member, Association of Spine Surgeons of India
deals with Dr. Vinu
Knee Replacement Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$4,800
Hip Replacement Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$5,500
ACL Reconstruction
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
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$2,500
Consultant - Spine, Department of Orthopedics
Narayana Health City (Bangalore)
2023 - Present
Consultant Spine Surgeon
2019 - 2023
Consultant Spine Surgeon
2012 - 2015
Spinal Fellow
2010 - 2012
Hospital Affiliations
Narayana Health City (Bangalore)
Beginning with the beginning, I am going to begin this story about Narayana Health City. Narayana Health City is one of India's largest health-care campuses. Its home is in Bangalore (Bengaluru) and it has been the main location for Narayana Health since Dr. Devi Shetty created Narayana Health in 2000. Narayana Health City is a very large hospital complex in Bommasandra. It includes several hospitals that specialize in many different types of medicine and surgery such as the Narayana Institute of Cardiac Sciences and Mazumdar Shaw Medical Centre. It is believed to have over 1000-2000 beds across all its various locations. This makes it known for being able to provide high-quality, low-cost, tertiary level health-care on a large scale. As well as having a large number of beds, Narayana Health City has also received accreditation from three different organizations: JCI, NABH, and NABL. These are all international organizations that have set-out internationally recognized standards in patient safety and clinical excellence. ### Medical Specialties Clinical specializations provided include; oncology, neurology, orthopedics, nephrology, organ transplantation and others. Specifically, it is known for providing excellent cardiac science services. The cardiac hospital at the location is among the world's largest heart hospitals. It contains several dedicated operating rooms and state-of-the-art catheterization laboratories. Additionally, Narayana Health City has one of the biggest bone marrow transplant centers in India along with one of the larger cancer centers in India allowing for multi-disciplinary care with high complexity through combined clinical teams. ### International Patient Services For international patients traveling to receive medical services or treatments at Narayana Health City, there is a complete service available specifically for them which allows for ease and structure to their treatment process. Some examples of services included in this service are: • A personalized treatment plan developed through consultations with multi-disciplinary teams of specialists • Assistance for obtaining visas, booking flights/travel arrangements, and arranging accommodations • Coordinating staff that speak multiple languages and can provide international patients with telemedicine/telehealth consultation options ### Patient Experience The patient centeredness experienced by patients receiving treatment at Narayana Health City is due to the combination of its high volume, cost-effective care model and its commitment to deliver clinically superior care. Through an integrated design of its hospitals and specialized clinics, Narayana Health City provides each patient with a clear, organized, safe, efficient and accessible pathway for treatment. Therefore, due to these characteristics of its delivery model, it has become a popular choice for both local patients who need to seek out medical travel abroad for themselves and/or family members as well as foreign patients seeking to receive medical treatment outside of their own country.
Packages Starting From $1,200
Learn Moredeals with Dr. Vinu
Knee Replacement Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$4,800
Hip Replacement Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$5,500
ACL Reconstruction
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$2,500
Arthroscopy
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$1,200
Shoulder Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$2,500
Spinal Fusion
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
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$7,000
Hip Resurfacing Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$6,000
Joint Resurfacing
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$5,500
Laminectomy
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$5,000
Bone and Tissue Grafting
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$1,800
Performed by Dr. Vinu Raj
Orthopedics
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Sports Medicine
Sports medicine treatment abroad offers expert care for athletic injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, and performance optimization. Specialist treatment covers [ACL and ligament injuries](https://curemeabroad.com/blogs/acl-surgery-recovery-time-from-surgery-to-full-recovery), tendinopathy, cartilage damage, stress fractures, and return-to-sport rehabilitation by sports medicine physicians, orthopedic surgeons, and physiotherapists. Timely sports medicine care is difficult to access in many countries due to long waiting lists. Arthroscopic sports surgery that costs $15,000 to $30,000 at home may be available for $3,000 to $8,000 abroad at equally accredited centers with fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeons and sport-specific [rehabilitation](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/rehabilitation) programs. Leading international sports medicine centers offer rapid specialist access, same-week arthroscopy or injection appointments, and sport-specific rehabilitation programs. Patients — from professional athletes to active individuals — consistently report receiving more comprehensive, individually tailored sports care than they experienced at home. The sports physician's subspecialty training and the rehabilitation team's sport-specific expertise are the most important factors. Confirm your surgeon has fellowship training in sports medicine or arthroscopy. Adherence to phased rehabilitation protocols, return-to-sport testing milestones, and injury prevention programs directly determines re-injury risk and athletic performance recovery.
Spine Care/Surgery
Spine care and surgery abroad covers disc replacement, spinal fusion, laminectomy, endoscopic discectomy, scoliosis correction, and spinal cord decompression performed by internationally trained spine surgeons. Options range from conservative pain management and physiotherapy to complex multi-level reconstructive surgery. The cost of [spine surgery](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/spine-care-surgery/spinal-fusion-surgery) is a major barrier in many countries. A [spinal fusion procedure](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/spine-care-surgery/posterior-fusion-spine-surgery) that costs $50,000 to $80,000 at home may be available for $7,000 to $18,000 abroad at equally accredited hospitals with fellowship-trained spine surgeons using premium implants and intraoperative navigation. Leading international spine centers offer shorter waiting times, advanced imaging-guided surgical precision, and integrated rehabilitation programs. Patients consistently report more comprehensive pre-surgical evaluation and structured postoperative care than they experienced at home. The spine surgeon's subspecialty training and the hospital's neuromonitoring capabilities are the most important factors. Confirm your surgeon is fellowship-trained in spine surgery. Postoperative physiotherapy compliance, activity modification, and maintaining a healthy weight are critical for long-term spine health and surgical success.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery abroad offers minimally invasive procedures across urology, gynecology, cardiac, colorectal, and thoracic specialties using the da Vinci Surgical System and other advanced robotic platforms. Procedures combine 3D magnified visualization, tremor-free instrument control, and enhanced surgical precision. [Robotic surgery](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/robotic-surgery/robotic-orthopedic-surgery) costs are significantly higher in many Western countries. A robotic prostatectomy that costs $30,000 to $50,000 at home may be available for $8,000 to $15,000 abroad at equally equipped hospitals with fellowship-trained robotic surgeons and comparable clinical outcomes. Leading international [robotic surgery centers](https://curemeabroad.com/) offer shorter waiting times, high-volume robotic procedure experience, and comprehensive pre- and post-operative coordination. Patients consistently report more thorough surgical planning and attentive recovery support than they experienced at home. The robotic surgeon's case volume and subspecialty certification are the most critical factors. Confirm the surgeon has performed a minimum of 200 robotic procedures in your specific indication. Following postoperative activity restrictions and attending all follow-up appointments plays a significant role in achieving the best outcome.
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Dr. Vinu Raj
Vinu Raj has been practicing medicine since 2006, giving them over 19 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Consultant – Orthopaedics and have built a focused career in consultant – orthopaedics.
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Joint replacement surgery with Vinu Raj typically costs 50-70% less than comparable procedures in the US or UK. Final pricing depends on implant type, unilateral vs bilateral surgery, and hospital stay duration. CureMeAbroad can request a detailed estimate after reviewing your X-rays or MRI reports.
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Vinu Raj has been practicing medicine since 2006, giving them over 19 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Consultant – Orthopaedics and have built a focused career in consultant – orthopaedics.
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