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Dr. Anil Ranawat
Orthopedics
18+
Years of Experience
5+Reviews
Across Internet
About Dr. Anil Ranawat
Dr. Anil S. Ranawat is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City, USA. He is Chair of the Hip and Joint Preservation Division of the HSS Sports Medicine Institute, and Associate Professor at Weill Cornell Medical College.
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Professional Background
- Licenses: License No. TX19245947
- Practices Performed: Hip arthroscopy, FAI surgery, Labral repair, ACL reconstruction, Complex ligament reconstruction, Knee osteotomy, Robotic partial knee replacement, Avascular necrosis treatment, Hip dysplasia surgery, Meniscal surgery, Shoulder arthroscopy.
- Hospital Affiliations: Hospital for Special Surgery; NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
- BA (with Honours) Duke University; MD Weill Medical College of Cornell University (2001)
- Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery / Cornell Medical Center (2001 – 2006)
- Fellowships: Sports Medicine, University of Pittsburgh (2006-2007); Arthroplasty, Arthroscopy & Joint Preservation, Schulthess Klinik, Zurich, Switzerland (2007-2008)
- Team Physician: New York Mets (10 years); Assistant Orthopedist, New York Rangers
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Research & Contributions 100+ peer-reviewed publications, author of 3 orthopedic books, Castle Connolly Top Doctor (multiple years), Top Doctor (2016-2022, New York Magazine), recognized in Marquis Who's Who.
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Speciality
• Orthopedics• Sports Medicine• Rehabilitation• Stem Cell Therapy• Robotic Surgery
Language Spoken
• English
Awards
- • T. Campbell Thompson Award
- • Castle Connolly Top Doctor
- • Jean C. McDaniel Resident Teaching Award
Chief, Hip and Knee Division of the Sports Medicine Institute
Assistant Team Physician
Maurice Müller Traveling Hip Fellow
2007 - 2008
Sports Medicine Fellow
2006 - 2007
All Procedures Performed by Dr. Anil Ranawat
Orthopedics
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Sports Medicine
Sports medicine treatment abroad offers expert care for athletic injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, and performance optimization. Specialist treatment covers [ACL and ligament injuries](https://curemeabroad.com/blogs/acl-surgery-recovery-time-from-surgery-to-full-recovery), tendinopathy, cartilage damage, stress fractures, and return-to-sport rehabilitation by sports medicine physicians, orthopedic surgeons, and physiotherapists. Timely sports medicine care is difficult to access in many countries due to long waiting lists. Arthroscopic sports surgery that costs $15,000 to $30,000 at home may be available for $3,000 to $8,000 abroad at equally accredited centers with fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeons and sport-specific [rehabilitation](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/rehabilitation) programs. Leading international sports medicine centers offer rapid specialist access, same-week arthroscopy or injection appointments, and sport-specific rehabilitation programs. Patients — from professional athletes to active individuals — consistently report receiving more comprehensive, individually tailored sports care than they experienced at home. The sports physician's subspecialty training and the rehabilitation team's sport-specific expertise are the most important factors. Confirm your surgeon has fellowship training in sports medicine or arthroscopy. Adherence to phased rehabilitation protocols, return-to-sport testing milestones, and injury prevention programs directly determines re-injury risk and athletic performance recovery.
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation treatment abroad offers intensive neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and post-surgical recovery programs at internationally accredited rehabilitation centers staffed by physiatrists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech-language therapists, and neuropsychologists. High-intensity [therapy](https://curemeabroad.com/blogs/how-much-does-targeted-therapy-cost-2026) programs using robotic and virtual reality technology accelerate functional recovery. Inpatient rehabilitation in many countries is expensive, short, and not sufficiently intensive. A comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation program that costs $30,000 to $80,000 at home may be available for $5,000 to $20,000 abroad at equally accredited centers with equivalent or greater daily therapy intensity. Leading international rehabilitation centers offer 3 to 5 hours of daily therapy, advanced [robotic](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/robotic-surgery) rehabilitation technology (Lokomat, Armeo, Ekso), and multidisciplinary team management. Patients consistently report receiving more intensive, individualized therapy than they found at home. The program's daily therapy intensity and the multidisciplinary team's experience are the most critical factors. Confirm daily therapy hours and the range of allied health professionals included. Family education, home exercise programs, and continuation of therapy after returning home are essential to sustain gains made during intensive inpatient rehabilitation.
Stem Cell Therapy
Stem cell therapy abroad offers regenerative treatments for orthopedic conditions, autoimmune diseases, neurological disorders, and anti-aging using mesenchymal, hematopoietic, and umbilical cord-derived stem cells. Treatments are administered at accredited clinics following scientific protocols with documented outcomes. Access to [stem cell therapy](https://curemeabroad.com/blogs/stem-cell-therapy-for-knees-treatment-cost-guide) is limited and expensive in many countries. A stem cell treatment program that [costs](https://curemeabroad.com/blogs/global-stem-cell-therapy-cost-analysis) $20,000 to $50,000 at home may be available for $5,000 to $15,000 abroad at reputable clinics operating under evidence-based protocols with qualified specialists. Leading international stem cell centers offer thorough patient eligibility assessment, personalized treatment protocols, and structured follow-up monitoring. Patients consistently report more comprehensive pre-treatment evaluation and clearer communication about expected outcomes than they received at home. The clinic's scientific credentials and the treating physician's qualifications are the most important factors. Always verify that the clinic operates under a national regulatory framework, uses defined cell sources, and publishes outcome data. Realistic expectations and understanding of the current evidence base are essential before proceeding.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery abroad offers minimally invasive procedures across urology, gynecology, cardiac, colorectal, and thoracic specialties using the da Vinci Surgical System and other advanced robotic platforms. Procedures combine 3D magnified visualization, tremor-free instrument control, and enhanced surgical precision. [Robotic surgery](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/robotic-surgery/robotic-orthopedic-surgery) costs are significantly higher in many Western countries. A robotic prostatectomy that costs $30,000 to $50,000 at home may be available for $8,000 to $15,000 abroad at equally equipped hospitals with fellowship-trained robotic surgeons and comparable clinical outcomes. Leading international [robotic surgery centers](https://curemeabroad.com/) offer shorter waiting times, high-volume robotic procedure experience, and comprehensive pre- and post-operative coordination. Patients consistently report more thorough surgical planning and attentive recovery support than they experienced at home. The robotic surgeon's case volume and subspecialty certification are the most critical factors. Confirm the surgeon has performed a minimum of 200 robotic procedures in your specific indication. Following postoperative activity restrictions and attending all follow-up appointments plays a significant role in achieving the best outcome.
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