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Mr. Vittal Rao, MBBS, MS, FRCS (Ed & Glasg), MD FRCS (Gen Surg)

Consultant Surgeon

Littleover, Derby
Medical Negligence and Surgical Standard of Care Expert Witness

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Professional Summary

Mr. Vittal Rao, MBBS, MS, FRCS (Ed & Glasg), MD FRCS (Gen Surg) is a General Surgery expert specializing in medical negligence and complex surgical procedures. With a career encompassing advanced laparoscopic techniques, bariatric interventions, and emergency surgical care, he brings a comprehensive surgical perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating surgical outcomes, assessing procedural standards, and evaluating whether deviations from accepted medical practices have occurred.

Mr. Rao has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases related to laparoscopic surgery, bariatric procedures, and emergency surgical interventions. His MBBS, MS, and FRCS qualifications, along with the Cardiff Bond Solon Expert Witness Certificate — Cardiff University, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving surgical practices and outcomes.

Work Experience

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust — Consultant Laparoscopic and Upper GI & Bariatric Surgeon | 2012–Present

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Mr. Vittal Rao is a Consultant Surgeon specializing in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery, with extensive experience in medical negligence cases.

Best Use Cases

  • 1medical negligence cases
  • 2expert testimony in surgical procedures
  • 3consultation on bariatric surgery complications

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Education

  • MBBS

  • MS

  • FRCS (Ed & Glasg)

  • MD FRCS (Gen Surg)

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