Venkat Raghav Rapuri, MD
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
Venkat Raghav Rapuri, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Joint Replacement
Offers Video Visits
2 Locations 902 W Randol Mill Rd
Ste 120
Arlington, TX 76012-2579
Texas Health Orthopedic Specialists
Ste 120
Arlington, TX 76012-2579
About Me
Specialties
Orthopaedic Surgery
Joint Replacement
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Arlington Memorial
Gender
M
Languages
Telugu
Hindi
Urdu
English
Education
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine/Mayo Clinic Hospital - Fellowship - 2010
Sidney Kimmel Medical Collage at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital - Residency - 2009
Guntur Medical College / University Health Sciences - Medical Education - 1994
Bio
Board-certified orthopedic surgeon Venkat Rapuri, M.D., is fellowship-trained in adult reconstruction (total joint replacement surgeries). He has more than two decades of clinical experience focused on providing advanced and minimally invasive orthopedic surgical care to active individuals and athletes.
Dr. Rapuri received his medical degree from the Guntur Medical College, NTR University of Health Sciences in Guntur, India, in 1994. He went on to train in the area of general surgery through the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in the United Kingdom before earning his master's degree in orthopaedics at James Cook University Hospital in Teesside, U.K. Dr. Rapuri came to the United States in 2003 to complete his internship and orthopedic residency training at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pa., followed by fellowship training in adult reconstruction at the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz.
Dr. Rapuri's areas of special focus include traditional and less-invasive surgical approaches to hip replacement, with the majority of his primary hip replacement procedures taking place through the table-less Direct Anterior Approach. He also focuses on custom and uni-knee replacements, hip and knee revision surgery, and treatments for hip and knee trauma and joint infections.
Prior to joining Orthopedic Medicine Specialists, Dr. Rapuri worked as an adult reconstructive orthopedic surgeon with Healthspan Medical Group and Ahuja Medical Center in Ohio. He has also consulted in the area of surgeon education.
- Fellowship-trained in adult reconstruction
- Fellow, American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Fellow, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
Dr. Rapuri received his medical degree from the Guntur Medical College, NTR University of Health Sciences in Guntur, India, in 1994. He went on to train in the area of general surgery through the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in the United Kingdom before earning his master's degree in orthopaedics at James Cook University Hospital in Teesside, U.K. Dr. Rapuri came to the United States in 2003 to complete his internship and orthopedic residency training at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pa., followed by fellowship training in adult reconstruction at the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz.
Dr. Rapuri's areas of special focus include traditional and less-invasive surgical approaches to hip replacement, with the majority of his primary hip replacement procedures taking place through the table-less Direct Anterior Approach. He also focuses on custom and uni-knee replacements, hip and knee revision surgery, and treatments for hip and knee trauma and joint infections.
Prior to joining Orthopedic Medicine Specialists, Dr. Rapuri worked as an adult reconstructive orthopedic surgeon with Healthspan Medical Group and Ahuja Medical Center in Ohio. He has also consulted in the area of surgeon education.
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Comments
4.8 out of 5 (148 Ratings, 61 Comments)
Jul 2024GoodJul 2024GoodJul 2024GreatJul 2024Very Responsive and respectful.Jul 2024I give the doctor and his staff an A-PlusJul 2024GreatJul 2024GreatJul 2024The staff is so nice and friendly, they are great!Jul 2024From the greeting when I got there till I left the staff and the Doctor were great!Jul 2024I was very impressed with how Dr. Rapuri and his associate (Sadly, I don't remember her name) took their time, as well as answered all my questions and his associate was so kind to walk me out to reception area. Excellent visit!Jul 2024I believe that the overall experience and ease of the intire staff is easy to deal withJul 2024Outstanding service throughout the whole procedure for the time you walk in the door it was gold. It was a well worth experience I would hope that every professional health care would be like this for everyone. STAR RATING **********Jul 2024It was like walking on gold.Jul 2024Dr Rapuri is the best!Jul 2024Everything went great.Jul 2024They were wonderfulJul 2024They were greatJul 2024I realize Dr Rapuri is excellent in his craft and runs behind for office visits. I am willing to wait to be seen by him.Jun 2024Everything was explained extremely well. Dr. Rapuri used shoulder models to explain my condition. He offered suggestions for future care.Jun 2024My recovery from knee replacement surgery is going better than expected. This is my 5th surgery on this knee... The first time with Dr Rapuri. He is the by far the best in all categories.Jun 2024Dr. Rapuri provided the most thorough explanation of risks and benefits of potential surgery I have ever received. All questions were answered in a thorough manner.Jun 2024Wonderful surgical coordinator spent a very long time explaining the surgeon's expectationsJun 2024Med staff was caring, friendly, thorough.Jun 2024My experience with Dr Rapuri has been excellent. He listens to my concerns and questions and answer them in a way I can understand. He has a genuine concern for his patients care and recovery.Jun 2024Doctor and nurse/PA are very thorough in their assessment of my recent surgery. Their recommendations of ways to improve my knee usage were helpful and thorough.May 2024Very thoughtful and considerateMay 2024Very good experienceMay 2024The staff went above and beyond my expectations to get me seenMay 2024This office is always quite the team! Soon after a very quick set of xrays (the ladies always are speedy), when Dr Rapuri's nurse, [...] was delayed in removing the surgical bandage the doctor himself came in and apologized and informed me that his PA, [...] would do the dressing change. [...] came mid-way thru and took over and shortly after the doctor returned and spent his usual high-quality time with me! Dr Rapuri's office is the best!May 2024The most impressive medical office I have ever dealt with!May 2024Great staff and Dr. Was very thorough. I waited for 55 minutes before being called back to see the Dr.May 2024Nurse was very helpful with advice and bandages.May 2024The doctor and staff were very courteous, informative, and professional.May 2024Dr. Rapuri is an excellent physician. He is caring and very thorough with his communications. His staff seems well-trained and was very interested in assisting me overall. I would highly recommend this practice and provider to anyone needing orthopedic care.May 2024The appointment flowed very smoothly and each person that I came in contact with from reception, to x-ray and medical assistance did their best to listen to my concerns and to make me feel at ease.May 2024The doctor and his staff are the best I've ever had! This is a group of people that really cares about their patients , they really want to help the patients achieve their goals have a better life!! Thank you all for everything you've done for me on this journey I'm forever thankful for care but especially your kindnessMay 2024Wonderful experience! I found friends along the way!!May 2024First meeting very good. Excellent Information for decision making .Apr 2024He is caring and takes time to explain in detail your problem. His nurse was excellent as well. Very happy with my care.Apr 2024All very goodApr 2024When scheduling my appointment I felt that I was not afforded the time to state my needs. I felt rushed to select a day and time and to hang up.Apr 2024Everybody there is great.Apr 2024Great teamApr 2024This was an amazing visit. Everyone was kind, explained everything, and celebrated my success with me.Apr 2024Very good at listening to my concerns and making sure I understood his recommendationsApr 2024Showed caring behavior by been attentive to my issuesApr 2024Dr Rapuri and his assistant were very helpful in explaining my condition and what steps to take to make it betterApr 2024Very professional and caringApr 2024Always the best experience with Dr Rapuri. He Instills confidence and shows great concern for me.Apr 2024All the staff are wonderful from check in to X-ray, to check out. [...]Apr 2024As always, excellent serviceApr 2024All fine as alwaysApr 2024It was Not a good experience, but he had a patient in desperate need to tend to.Apr 2024I'm very reassured about the expertise of this physician and believe that my care is in the best possible hands.Apr 2024Besides the wait time, everything went well, and I felt as if I was welcomed and taken care of by people who truly wanted me to be there and wanted to help me.Apr 2024Dr. Rapuri and [...] went over and above my expectations to care for me. They are incredible.Apr 2024This is the 5th surgery on my left knee. I have never come close to this level of care. They treated me like I was part of their family. I can't say enough good things about them and their care for me.Apr 2024He provided some answers I've never heard fro other Dr's, concerning my knee pain.Apr 2024Everybody seemed find, I'm a new patient I don't think my primary Dr. Would have recommended them if they were not professional.Apr 2024I felt they were truly concerned.Apr 2024Great experience with entire staff