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Dr. Ashok Rajgopal
Group Chairman - Orthopaedics
F.R.C.S. , F.I.M.S.A. , M.Ch. (Ortho) , M.S. (Ortho) , M.B.B.S.
Over 50+ years of experience
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About Dr. Ashok Rajgopal

Internationally renowned for pioneering advancements in knee replacement surgery.
Performed over 39,000 total knee replacement surgeries and more than 60,000 arthroscopic surgeries for sports injuries.
First to perform bilateral total knee replacement surgery in India.
First to conduct minimally invasive total knee replacement surgery in India, significantly improving recovery times and outcomes.
Innovator in virtual total knee replacement surgery using patient-specific instrumentation, enhancing precision in alignment and functionality.
First to use gender-specific knee implants in India, tailored to the anatomical differences between men and women.
Designed and developed patented instruments for minimally invasive total knee replacement surgeries, now widely used by surgeons globally.
Member of the design team for the Persona knee system developed by Zimmer, a revolutionary implant system launched in India in 2013.
Achieved the milestone of performing 28 Total Knee Replacement surgeries in under 12 hours.
Reached 25,000 Total Knee Replacement surgeries in thirty years of practice, demonstrating exceptional skill and dedication.
Expert in advanced cementless implants, such as Trabecular Metal implants, known for their superior strength-to-weight ratio and mechanical characteristics similar to natural bone.
Pioneered the use of virtual total knee replacement, employing advanced technologies for precise surgical outcomes.
Active member of international panels and committees focused on advancing knee replacement technology and techniques.

Location

Medanta Hospital
Work Experience

  • First to perform bilateral total knee replacement surgery in India.
  • First to perform minimally invasive total knee replacement surgery in India.
  • First to conduct a virtual total knee replacement using patient-specific instrumentation.
  • First to use gender-specific knees in India.
  • Designed and developed patented instruments for minimally invasive total knee replacement surgeries, now used by surgeons worldwide.
  • Member of the design team for the Persona knee system developed by Zimmer.
  • Special Interests

  • Knee Replacement Surgery
  • Joint Replacement Surgery
  • Arthroscopic Ligament Surgeries
  • Arthroplasty Surgeries
  • Hip Surgery
  • Robotic Surgeries
  • Training

  • Performed over 39,000 total knee replacement surgeries.
  • Conducted more than 60,000 arthroscopic surgeries for sports injuries.