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Dr
Dr Raaj Chandra
General Surgery
English
Hindi
2,018+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
14
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr Raaj Chandra practises colorectal surgery at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Box Hill Hospital. He also holds consultations with private patients at Epworth Eastern Hospital and Melbourne Private Hospital.
Dr Chandra's areas of interest are as follows:
Colonoscopy (including direct access colonoscopy)
Gastroscopy
Open and advanced laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer and IBD
Major bowel resection surgery
Perineal conditions
Hernia surgery
Fistula surgery
Haemorrhoid treatment (including surgery)
General emergency surgery
Reconstructive pouch surgery
Dr Chandra uses minimally invasive procedures where possible, and specialises in ‘keyhole' surgery.
He qualified in 1998 from the University of Tasmania, after first completing a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Science. Following this, he became a senior medical officer in the Royal Australian Air Force until 2006, where he achieved a number of medals including the United Nations Medal, the Australian Service Medal, and the Australian Defence Force Medal.
Dr Chandra undertook post-fellowship training in colorectal surgery at St Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne Hospital, and the Royal Adelaide Hospital. He is actively involved in clinical research at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Box Hill Hospital and has published a number of articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Dr Chandra also has a passion for teaching and earned a Master's Degree in surgical education from Imperial College London. He is currently an adjunct senior lecturer at Monash University Medical School whilst also training advanced surgical trainees in general surgery, and fellowship trainees in colorectal surgery.
Dr Chandra's areas of interest are as follows:
Colonoscopy (including direct access colonoscopy)
Gastroscopy
Open and advanced laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer and IBD
Major bowel resection surgery
Perineal conditions
Hernia surgery
Fistula surgery
Haemorrhoid treatment (including surgery)
General emergency surgery
Reconstructive pouch surgery
Dr Chandra uses minimally invasive procedures where possible, and specialises in ‘keyhole' surgery.
He qualified in 1998 from the University of Tasmania, after first completing a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Science. Following this, he became a senior medical officer in the Royal Australian Air Force until 2006, where he achieved a number of medals including the United Nations Medal, the Australian Service Medal, and the Australian Defence Force Medal.
Dr Chandra undertook post-fellowship training in colorectal surgery at St Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne Hospital, and the Royal Adelaide Hospital. He is actively involved in clinical research at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Box Hill Hospital and has published a number of articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Dr Chandra also has a passion for teaching and earned a Master's Degree in surgical education from Imperial College London. He is currently an adjunct senior lecturer at Monash University Medical School whilst also training advanced surgical trainees in general surgery, and fellowship trainees in colorectal surgery.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Raaj Chandra
Education & training
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2016–2022 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2022–2026 Residency · General Surgery
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2026–2027 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2026-09–2027-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
— Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of General Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
AmTrust Europe · 2,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,993 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,727 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,799 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 568 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 120 min | in_clinic | 540.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 13 · i10: 16
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Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.3529/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 39060158 · cited by 137
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European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.3975/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 33729456 · cited by 19
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Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.2711/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 33301665 · cited by 53
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European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.5182/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 31809350 · cited by 87
Invited talks
- Practical updates in General Surgery European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in General Surgery National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated General Surgery — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2027
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2027
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2027
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 0.05
- Knowledge
- 0.08
- Wait Time
- 3.80
- Staff Friendliness
- 0.02
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.00
- Value For Money
- 4.10
- Would Recommend Pct
- 4
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery
- Awareness When should you see a general surgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · raaj.chandra@euroclinics.example
