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Dr Ratnasingh Edward Shanthakumar

Anaesthetics

Verified by EuroClinics European Board of Anaesthetics Trust score 8/100
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English · Tamil
13,047+ Patients seen
12 Years practising
11 h-index
Watch 84s introduction
From 180.00 EUR first consult
Next slot 2026-05-22 09:00
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0 · 928 reviews 100% verified visits
GDPR · EU residency Field-level encrypted
Free cancellation 24h before slot
Specialises in
  • GP consultation
  • Annual physical exam
  • Vaccination administration
  • Minor procedure (skin)
Treats

About Dr Ratnasingh Edward Shanthakumar

Dr Ratnasingham Edward Shanthakumar is a highly qualified Anaesthetist. Dr Shanthakumar's expertise lies in ensuring patient comfort and safety during surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures. They are skilled in administering various types of anaesthesia, including general, regional, and local anaesthesia, tailoring their approach to each patient's specific needs and medical history. Dr Shanthakumar is dedicated to providing compassionate and patient-centred care. They understand that undergoing surgery or procedures requiring anaesthesia can be a daunting experience. Therefore, they take the time to thoroughly explain the process to their patients, address their concerns, and ensure they feel at ease. Their calm demeanour and clear communication help to alleviate anxiety and foster a sense of trust with their patients. Dr Shanthakumar is committed to staying at the forefront of advancements in anaesthesia. They regularly participate in continuing medical education to refine their skills and knowledge of the latest techniques and technologies in their field. This dedication ensures that their patients receive the highest standard of care and the most advanced pain management options available. Dr Shanthakumar obtained their primary medical qualification in 1985. They are a distinguished member of the Royal College of Anaesthetists.

"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."

— Dr Ratnasingh Edward Shanthakumar, on practice philosophy

Credentials & verification

active

Medical license

Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) ·

#-822556

Valid until 2028-12-31

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Certified

Board certification

European Board of Anaesthetics

#EB-BD444230

Renewal due 2025

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In good standing

Malpractice cover

AmTrust Europe

3,000,000 EUR

Valid until 2026-12-31

No claims on file

Education & training

  1. 2004–2010
    MD · Medicine and Surgery

    UAB Barcelona

  2. 2010–2014
    Residency · Anaesthetics

    Universitat de Barcelona

Career & appointments

  1. 2014-09–2015-08
    Junior consultant

    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Anaesthetics

Procedures & conditions

Procedure Code Lifetime volume
GP consultation 99213 1,116
Annual physical exam 99395 2,594
Vaccination administration 90471 1,746
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,325

Patient reviews

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★★★★★
928 verified reviews
100% verified visits
bedside manner 0.05
knowledge 0.08
wait time 3.8
staff friendliness 0.02
ease of appointment 4
value for money 4.1
would recommend pct 4
★★★★★

"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."

Anna B. · 2026-05-09 Verified
★★★★★

"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."

Marco V. · 2026-04-28 Verified
★★★★

"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."

Helena F. · 2026-04-11 Verified
Patients seen 6,781
Typical wait 13 days
Research h-index 11

Recognition & press

Awards

  • Top-rated Anaesthetics — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2015
  • national college of family doctors — Member · since 2015
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2015

Your consultation, step by step

  1. 1 Choose a slot
  2. 2 Brief pre-consult form
  3. 3 Consultation
  4. 4 Follow-up note & plan

Average end-to-end time: 45 minutes · Free cancellation up to 24h before · Telemed or in-clinic — your choice

Services & pricing

New patient consultation (60m)

60 min in_clinic|telemed

Follow-up consultation (30m)

30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone

Vaccination administration

120 min in_clinic

Minor procedure (skin)

30 min in_clinic

Research & publications

h-index: 11 · i10: 7

Selected publications

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Anaesthetics

    Dr Ratnasingh Edward Shanthakumar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026

  2. Long-term follow-up of Anaesthetics across

    Dr Ratnasingh Edward Shanthakumar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025

  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Anaesthetics

    Dr Ratnasingh Edward Shanthakumar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024

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Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Anaesthetics · European Annual Congress (Anaesthetics) · Vienna · 2024
  • Single-centre experience in Anaesthetics · National Society Meeting · · 2023

Articles by Dr Ratnasingh Edward Shanthakumar

Frequently asked

01. Do you accept new patients?

Dr Ratnasingh Edward Shanthakumar is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.

02. Which languages can I be seen in?

Consultations are available in English, Tamil.

03. Is the consultation in-person or online?

Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.

04. Do you accept my insurance?

Please use the booking flow to enter your insurance — we verify and confirm before your slot.

05. What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.

06. How is my health data protected?

All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.

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