Dr. Rakesh Mahajan is a Orthopedist in BLK Hospital, Delhi and has an experience of 35 years in this field. Dr. Rakesh Mahajan practices at Mahajan Clinic in Pa More..
Dr Raju Vaishya currently practices at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in Delhi, where he is the senior consultant of their Orthopedics and joint replacement surgery depa More..
Dr Gopala Krishnan is the consultant at Orthopedics department of Apollo Hospital, Chennai. Dr Gopala has delivered over 75 guest lectures and has conducted more tha More..
Dr. S. V. Vaidya has been performing joint replacement surgery since 1991. This includes primary and revision hip and knee replacement as well as shoulder, elbow replacem More..
Dr. Thirumalesh K Reddy is a Senior Consultant in the department of Orthopedic Surgery. Having completed his training from India and from the United Kingdom, he carries a More..
Dr. Ishwar Bohra is senior orthopaedic consultant with vast experience in knee and hip joint replacement, arthroscopy and sports medicine. He has special interest in More..
Dr Subhash Jangid is associated with FMRI Hospital in Delhi NCR where he works as the director of orthopaedics and joint replacement department. Dr Jangid intr More..
Dr. Sunil Shahane is a distinguished Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Mumbai, specializing in Arthritis and Joint Replacement Surgery.He is Professor and Head of Orthopaed More..
Dr IPS Oberoi is the director of joint replacement department of Artemis Hospital in Gurugram, Delhi NCR. Dr Oberoi has also worked at Military Hospital in Yem More..
Dr SKS Marya is the chairman of Bone and Joint Institute at Medanta-The Medicity in Delhi NCR. Dr Sanjiv Kumar Singh Marya has performed more than 15000 joint More..
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Description
Knee Replacement is a surgical procedure performed for replacing worn out or weight-bearing portion of the knee joint with an implant or a prosthetic joint for relieving the problem.
It is the most common type of joint surgery performed around the world. An orthopedic surgeon is responsible for performing this procedure. Over 90% patients with replaced knees have found significant improvement in their issue and joint function. Consistent issues, stiffness, and swelling in the knees despite undergoing conservative therapy can make a patient, opt for a surgical procedure. However, they can also delay it and live in problem because of the expensive cost of treatment.
But, with the popularity of Medical Tourism in India, affordable treatment has become available to everyone. Knee replacement doctors in India, have to graduate from a medical school, then obtain an MS degree, followed by 2 to 3 years of advanced fellowship training in orthopedic surgery in order to register and practice in the country. This pattern helps in maintaining the quality of medical services delivered in the country.
FAQ
1. How do I know who is the right doctor for me? Is the doctor board certified? In what field? – “How do I study a doctor’s profile”?
Patients can use the following suggestions for selecting the best knee replacement doctor in India:
What are the educational qualifications of the knee replacement surgeon in India? Is he/she legally registered to practice in the country? Patients can browse through Medmonks’ website for verifying the credentials of the top knee surgeons in India, by simply searching their names. We also suggest patients to select doctors who have been certified or are members of the Medical Council of India, or any other government organization.
How many years of experience does the specialist have? Experienced doctors being more acquainted with the complications involved in their respective specialty have a higher likelihood of delivering successful results while performing the treatment.
How are the reviews of the former patients? The experience of old patients will help in determining the quality of treatment or services delivered by the doctor.
Patients can utilize the information listed on the Medmonks' website for analyzing and comparing the experience, highlights and surgical achievements of the best doctors for knee replacement in India.
2. What are the common procedures performed by orthopedic surgeons in India?
Knee replacement doctors in India deliver orthopedic treatment via multiple techniques, which are decided by a thorough analysis of the patient’s condition. Some of these treatments include joint replacement surgeries, difficult fracture management, robotic knee replacement, complex & revision joint replacement surgeries, joint reconstruction, computer navigated (TKR) total knee replacement.
3. On selecting the doctor, how do we book the appointments? Can I video consult with him/ her before arriving?
Medmonks offer international patient to avail an online consultant with their selected doctor before their arrival in India, to discuss all the nit bits about their condition. This is important as in some conditions, the patient might be treated via rehabilitation therapies which do not require them to come to India, or the doctor might suggest the patient go under a few identification tests before their arrival. This discussion can also help in satisfying the patient about their choice or the quality of treatment that they will be receiving in the country.
4. What happens during a typical consultation with a knee replacement doctor?
The knee replacement surgeon schedules the initial appointment with the patient to evaluate the current condition of the patient, which consists of the following components:
Patient’s Medical History: The orthopedic surgeon will gather all the information about the patient’s disease, from its origin to its current symptoms.
Physical Examination: This will allow the doctor to access the knee motion, strength, stability and overall alignment of the patient’s leg.
X-Rays: The test will help in determining the extent of deformity or the damage in the knee.
Other Tests: Orthopedic surgeon can also recommend the patient to go under a few diagnostic tests like MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scan, that can help in examining the condition of the soft and bone on the knee.
Then the orthopaedic doctor will review these results and decide if the patient is a good candidate for knee replacement surgery or not. The doctor can also recommend the patient other treatment options — including injections, medications, physical therapy, or a different technique for the surgery — considering all options.
In addition, the orthopaedic surgeon will also explain the potential complications and risks of knee replacement surgery.
5. If I do not like the opinion given by the doctor, can I get a second opinion?
A second opinion is a crucial element for taking an educated decision for the treatment. It helps patients explore advanced options, which can potentially help in minimizing blood loss and speeding their recovery.
Medmonks acknowledges the importance of second opinions and encourages its patients to get a different opinion on their medical condition and research the pros and cons of each suggested treatment before undergoing surgery.
Patients can contact Medmonks for arranging their appointment for getting a second opinion from their selected doctor, or the best orthopedics in India with similar stature.
6. How do I stay in touch with my doctor after the surgery (follow-up care)?
Receiving follow-up care from the doctor who performed the patient’s surgery is a vital part of recovery, as they have a thorough understanding of the case. Medmonks help patients stay in touch with their doctors after the surgery, by providing them with 6-month free follow-up care service, which includes text messages, and two video calls.
7. What types of implants are used for knee replacement surgery in India?
Knee Replacement Hospitals in India use US FDA approved implants and position them according to standard procedures suggested by the doctors while taking necessary precautions to achieve the best results. Indian knee replacement surgeries have a 98% success rate. These implants have a long life and can survive for over 20 years if the instructions are followed by the patients after the surgery.
8. What are the specializations of the knee replacement surgeon in India?
Indian knee surgeons specialize in performing unilateral, bilateral, and total knee replacement surgery. They are also trained to perform Unicompartmental knee replacement, high-flex knee replacement, revision single-knee replacement, and minimally invasive knee replacement. Other than these extensive procedures they also get trained to perform primary & revision joint surgery, complex fractures, joint trauma, surgery for ACL / PCL, surgery for sports injury and meniscus repair.
9. Why select Medmonks?
Medmonks is medical travel assistance company that helps international patients find quality, affordable treatment packages in India. The motto of the company is to make affordable treatment attainable to all, so they don’t delay in receiving medical attention. They do all the groundwork for the patients, by helping them throughout the process, from booking their flight tickets to creating their treatment schedule.
Medmonks Extended Services also include:
Verified Hospitals & Knee Replacement Doctors in India
Affordable Knee Replacement Cost in India
Online Consultation before arrival & After the departure
Flight Bookings│ Airport Pickup
Treatment Schedule │ Hospital Appointments │Treatment Discount
Hotel Booking │ Discounts
Dietary Arrangements
Cultural/ Religious Arrangements
Free Translator
Medicine Delivery Services
Follow-up Care (Video Call/ Chat) after treatment