Dr Chitrakanti 'Raj' Kapadia is a General Surgery practitioner based in Rockhampton, Australia, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. They have 53+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2022). Serves patients in Rockhampton, Australia and the surrounding area.
Raj was born in Seychelles and raised in Nigeria, India, and the UK. After graduating from Westminster Medical School, he continued his general surgical training in various centres throughout England, including research in Harvard, USA. Raj became a Consultant General Surgeon in Airedale, Yorkshire. He retired early from the NHS and moved to Australia in 2011.
He was Director of Surgery in Mount Isa before relocating to Rockhampton in 2016,
where he worked as a Senior Consultant Surgeon until 2022.
Throughout his career, Raj’s principal interests have been in gastrointestinal surgery, particularly colorectal surgery. In 1990, he became involved in the development of laparoscopic surgery and went on to preceptor and teach laparoscopic colorectal surgery to consultant colorectal surgeons in the UK.
Raj has commenced private practice as a general surgeon with a particular interest in colorectal surgery. Raj is also experienced in laparoscopic biliary and hernia surgery.
Raj is an accredited endoscopist with regular lists at the Hillcrest Private Hospital. Raj welcomes open-access referrals from general practitioners.
Special interests
Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy, Rectal Bleeding, Haemorrhoids, Benign/Cancerous Bowel and Peri-Anal Diseases, Gall Bladder Removal, Appendicectomy, Hernia Repairs, Paediatric Hernia and Skin Lesions, Varicose Veins.
Qualifications
Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Australia, 2013
Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor
of Surgery, University of London, United Kingdom, 1973
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Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES
Dr Chitrakanti 'Raj' Kapadia's Areas of Specialty
Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Chitrakanti 'Raj' Kapadia treats, with the size of the national pool of Australia doctors offering the same care.
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What does Chitrakanti 'Raj' Kapadia specialise in?
Chitrakanti 'Raj' Kapadia specialises in General Surgery in Rockhampton, AU. 53 years of clinical experience.
What conditions does Chitrakanti 'Raj' Kapadia treat?
Chitrakanti 'Raj' Kapadia treats conditions within General Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.
Where does Chitrakanti 'Raj' Kapadia practise?
Chitrakanti 'Raj' Kapadia practises in Rockhampton, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.
What languages does Chitrakanti 'Raj' Kapadia speak?
Chitrakanti 'Raj' Kapadia speaks English.
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