Mr Manju Ramappa
Qualifications
MBBS, MRCS, MSc (Orth), MCh (Orth), PgCert Medical Education, FHEA, FRCS(Tr&Orth)
GMC number: 6059709
Practising since: 2004
Specialties
Orthopaedic surgery
Sub-specialties: Hip surgery, Knee surgery
Consultation times
- Wednesday
- Overview
About
Mr Manju Ramappa is a leading hip and knee replacement surgeon and one of the UK’s pioneers in day‑case hip replacement and day‑case knee replacement. He is among the first surgeons in the country to specialise in this advanced technique, allowing suitable patients to go home the same day with faster recovery, reduced pain, and improved post‑operative mobility.
He has successfully established dedicated Day‑Case Hip and Day‑Case Knee Replacement services at both Nuffield Health Tees Hospital and North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, making him a sought‑after specialist for patients wanting rapid‑recovery joint replacement surgery.
Expert in Modern Hip & Knee Surgery
After completing higher surgical training in the North East of England, Mr Ramappa undertook the prestigious Arthroplasty Fellowship at the Golden Jubilee National Hospital, one of the leading joint replacement centres in the UK.
During this fellowship he gained extensive experience in:
- Robotic‑assisted hip and knee replacements
- Computer‑navigated joint replacements
- Complex and revision hip and knee surgery
- Advanced arthroplasty techniques
Teaching, Training & Research
Mr Ramappa has a strong interest in medical education and regularly supports the training of future orthopaedic surgeons. He leads an FRCS Orthopaedic course at North Tees Hospital and is actively involved in organising basic science teaching courses for trainees.
He has published multiple research papers in peer‑reviewed orthopaedic journals and has presented his work at national and international conferences, helping to advance best practice in modern hip and knee surgery.
In the News
As one of the UK’s early adopters of day‑case joint replacement surgery, Mr Ramappa has been featured in media articles highlighting the benefits of this innovative approach and his role in bringing it to the region.
More Information
�� Visit: https://www.manju-ramappa.co.uk
In the News
https://www.nth.nhs.uk/news/trust-first-in-teesside-to-perform-day-case-hip-surgeries/
https://www.nth.nhs.uk/news/another-achievement-for-hartlepool-hospital/
Patient Testimonials
"I had a day case knee replacement in June and I would certainly recommend and do it again. It was great having surgery at 10am and home for around 6pm the same day! I felt much better recovering at home rather than staying in hospital. I can only praise all of the team and Nuffield Health Tees Hospital and I am now recovering well." - June 2023"First of all, I would like to thank Dr Ramappa and the team for successfully getting me back to what I love doing most, which is climbing and walking up in the hills whenever I get chance. The first six months were certainly a challenge and at the time you think things aren't going to get better, however I pushed myself with short 2/3 mile walks round my estate. So within the last few weeks I've managed to climb Scafell Pike in the lake district, which was the longest route to the summit and equivalent to around 10 miles to and from the car, also recently walked a stunning route in the Esk valley from Danby to Whitby, a sixteen-miler finishing off with a reward of fish & chips. I had a full knee replacement September 14th 2022, just nine months ago, I still get stiff at times, but exercise certainly helps and is also great for maintaining my mental health." - June 2023
"I had a hip replacement yesterday and I was home the same day, which was wonderful. The care I got off everyone involved was beautiful. I felt involved, not just a number, can't thank you all enough, you're truly amazing. I feel like new already and so happy" - May 2023"I received a total hip replacement 3 weeks ago. Mr Ramappa suggested during my consultation that I would be suitable for day-case surgery. meaning there would be no overnight stay or recovery from a general anaesthetic. I was first in theatre around 7 am, had a spinal anaesthetic and was on crutches by 2.30 pm the same day. Mr Ramappa and the staff at Nuffield gave me lots of reassurance and I knew I could stay at the hospital if I wanted to but there was no need. My recovery has been fantastic" - Mr Kitching - Nov 2022
"Able to start cycling again 3 months after my total knee replacement and built up to a 600km cycling challenge with no pain killers needed." - Mr Earnshaw - Aug 2022
"Thank you very much for all the good work that you and your team have done for me." Total Knee Replacement Patient - February 2021
"Just a quick note of thanks to the entire team at Nuffield Tees and Mr Manju Ramappa for the fantastic knee operation. Absolutely fantastic from start to end!" Meniscus Repair Surgery Patient - March 2021
Other interests
Robotic and Computer navigation in Joint replacement surgery.
Personal interests
Running and cricket.
Languages spoken
English, Hindi, Kannada
Treatments and tests offered by Mr Manju Ramappa at Nuffield Health
- Knee replacement (Total knee replacement)
- Revision knee replacement
- Knee arthroscopy
- Hip revision
- Hip replacement
Locations Mr Manju Ramappa works with
Related experience
Memberships
- British Orthopaedic Association
- British Hip Society
- Royal College of Surgeons of England
Insurers Mr Manju Ramappa works with
Mr Manju Ramappa works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- Benenden Health
- Bupa
- Bupa On Demand
- Cigna
- Healix
- Simplyhealth
- Vitality Health (Pru Health)
- Westfield Health WPA
- WPA
Declaration
Mr Manju Ramappa does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Mr Manju Ramappa does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.
Mr Manju Ramappa does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.