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Dr. Ashok Rajgopal (MBBS, MS – Orthopaedics, MCh – Orthopaedics, FRCS Edinburgh, FIMSA) is the Group Chairman of Institute of Musculoskeletal Disorders and Orthopaedics at Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram. He has more than 40,000 total knee replacements and more than 40 years of pioneering surgical experience.
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Group Chairman - Institute of Musculoskeletal Disorders & Orthopaedics
Medanta – The Medicity Gurugram
2019 - Present
Medanta-The Medicity is one of the best private multi-specialty hospitals in India. Located at Gurgaon/Gurugram it was established in 2009 by renowned Cardiac Surgeon Dr. Naresh Trehan. This hospital has an area of approximately 43 acres and includes about 1250-1390 bed capacity with more than 900 doctors working in its various departments. It has the accreditation of prestigious Joint Commission International (JCI) and NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers). These accrediting bodies are known to have very high standards of providing safe and good-quality health service globally. Medanta is also recognized among the Top Hospitals in India. Medanta provides clinical care along with care based on research for both local and international patients. ### Medical Specialties Medanta is offering a wide range of specializations like Cardiology, Oncology, Neurology, Orthopaedics, Gastroenterology etc. In addition to these specialties Medanta has many Centres of Excellence that are supported by more than 40 Advanced Operation Theatres, 270 + Intensive Care Units (ICU Beds) and State-of-the-Art Technology like Robotic Surgery and Minimally Invasive Procedures. Its multidisciplinary teams are providing high complexity care with the use of evidence-based Clinical Protocols, particularly in Heart Transplantation, Liver Transplantation, Kidney Transplantation and Cancer Treatment. ### International Patient Services International Patients will find a well-coordinated and personalized medical travel experience provided by our Dedicated Team of International Patient Program. We provide: •Personalized treatment plan with a team of specialists •Assistance in obtaining visa •Travel Coordinating Assistance •Accommodation Support •Multilingual Care Coordinator Service •Teleconsultation services ### Patient Experience Patient-Centric approach is maintained at Medanta through Integrated Care Pathways, High-tech Infrastructure and Continuous Monitoring Systems. Our Internationally Acclaimed Protocols and High End Technologies make sure that we can treat patients in a Structured and Efficient manner as per Global Health Expectations. Comfort, Safety and Continuity of Care for our patients is also given due importance.
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A Padma Shri awardee for a reason. He performed a virtual total knee replacement for my father using patient-specific instruments. The alignment is perfect. He is very strict about post-op protocols, which I think is why his success rate is so high (98%).
he Medanta Bone & Joint Institute is like a well-oiled machine. While Dr. Rajgopal leads the strategy, his assistants are also excellent. I was impressed by the 'No-Pain' protocol they use post-surgery. Truly the gold standard for orthopedics in India.
He is a very busy 'celebrity' doctor, so don't expect long chats, but do expect world-class results. He fixed my ACL tear using a minimally invasive arthroscopic technique. I’m already back to light jogging. His surgical efficiency is legendary.
had both knees replaced at once (Bilateral TKR). Dr. Rajgopal was incredibly thorough in explaining the use of 'gender-specific' implants. My recovery was managed by a top-tier rehab team at Medanta. I am now 6 months post-op and pain-free for the first time in a decade.
I traveled from the USA for a complex revision knee surgery. Dr. Rajgopal's reputation as a 'master surgeon' is no exaggeration. At Medanta in 2025, his team used robotic assistance for my case, and I was walking within 24 hours. He is a man of immense knowledge and surgical precision.
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Dr. Ashok Rajgopal
Ashok Rajgopal has been practicing medicine since 1981, giving them over 44 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Group Chairman and have built a focused career in group chairman - institute of musculoskeletal disorders and orthopaedics.
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Joint replacement surgery with Ashok Rajgopal typically costs 50-70% less than comparable procedures in the US or UK. Final pricing depends on implant type, unilateral vs bilateral surgery, and hospital stay duration. CureMeAbroad can request a detailed estimate after reviewing your X-rays or MRI reports.
Dr. Ashok Rajgopal
Ashok Rajgopal has been practicing medicine since 1981, giving them over 44 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Group Chairman and have built a focused career in group chairman - institute of musculoskeletal disorders and orthopaedics.
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