Dr. Harshavardhan Hegde
Orthopedics
43+
Years of Experience
About Dr. Harshavardhan Hegde
Dr. Harshavardhan Hegde (MBBS, MS – Orthopaedics, Baroda Medical College) is the Senior Director of Orthopaedics and Spine Surgery at Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi. He is one of the most experienced Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeons in India with over 42 years of experience in Joint Replacement, Spine Surgery and Trauma and was one of the first Surgeons in India to perform robotic Spine Surgery in 2013.
Professional Background
- Years of Practice: 42+ years
- Procedures Performed: Total knee replacement, Total hip replacement, Shoulder replacement, Elbow replacement, Revision arthroplasty, Robotic spine surgery, Minimally invasive spine surgery, Disc replacement, Craniovertebral fixation, Scoliosis correction, Lumbar fixation, Minimally invasive decompression and fusion, Complex trauma surgery (AO Principles).
Innovations & Contributions
- Pioneer: Early adopter of computer-assisted knee replacement and minimally invasive spine techniques (2013) and one of the first surgeons in India to perform Robotic Spinal surgery.
- International Training: One of the world's leading spine surgery centres (2001) – Senior Spine Fellowship, Klinikum Karlsbaad-Langensteinbach, Germany; specialist training in USA, Australia, Brussels and Budapest; ATLS Certified Faculty, Norwich, UK.
- Academic Career: Professor and Head of Orthopaedics, Pramukh Swami Medical College, Karamsad, Gujarat (1997-2003) where he trained undergraduate and postgraduate students for over 10 years.
- Prior Leadership Roles: Senior Consulting Orthopaedic and Spinal Surgeon & Director (Medical Services) Apollo Hospitals Ahmedabad (2003-05), Director Orthopaedic Services, Fortis Group of Hospitals, Delhi NCR (2009-12), Medical Director, Nova Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital (2012-14), Executive Director, Fortis Escorts Institute for Bone and Spine (2014-16) and operated extensively in Middle East, Iraq and Africa.
- Memberships: Girdlestone Orthopaedic Society, UK; Indian Orthopaedic Association; Delhi Orthopaedic Association; Association of Spine Surgeons of India; Gujarat and Ahmedabad Orthopaedic Association; GMC UK; Delhi Medical Council; Haryana Medical Council
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deals with Dr. Harshavardhan
Knee Replacement Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$5,500
Hip Replacement Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$6,500
ACL Reconstruction
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$3,000
Senior Director - Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement
Max Super Specialty Hospital
2017 - Present
Executive Director
2016 - 2017
Executive Director
2014 - 2016
Hospital Affiliations
Max Super Specialty Hospital
The Max Super Specialty Hospital (located in New Delhi at Saket) is among India's top private, multispecialty tertiary care hospitals and a member of the Max Healthcare group which has developed into one of India's largest health-care networks, consisting of approximately 20 hospitals and having a total bed capacity of more than 5,000 beds. It is also noted for its commitment to providing technology-based, high quality medical service across all of its many specialties. The hospital has received several of the most respected accrediting bodies around the world such as accreditation by the Joint Commission International (JCI), NABH, and NABL, therefore ensuring that it adheres to the best possible levels of both patient safety and clinical excellence. ### Medical Specialties With an array of over 38 different specialty departments including cardiology, oncology, neurology, orthopedics, gastroenterology and organ transplant, the Max Super Specialty Hospital provides extensive care options for patients suffering from numerous serious illnesses. In addition to offering the most up-to-date diagnostic and therapeutic options available today, it is especially known for performing some of the most advanced medical treatments such as open-heart surgeries, cancer treatment, neurovascular interventional treatments and kidney transplants. To ensure that these highly complex medical treatments are performed with maximum precision, it utilizes state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment including MRI, CT scanning machines and highly sophisticated surgical equipment. Furthermore, because it is equipped with multi-disciplinary teams of doctors who specialize in treating complex illness, they can offer their patients the most complete and effective treatment options available today. ### International Patient Services To help facilitate a smooth and streamlined experience for international patients receiving treatment at the Max Super Specialty Hospital, a special international patient services program has been established. This program provides a variety of important services to international patients throughout the duration of their treatment stay. These include: • Personalized treatment plans created with multidisciplinary teams of experts • Assistance with visa application process and arranging transportation to and from airports • Language coordination and post-discharge follow-up with international patients ### Patient Experience In order to provide a high level of satisfaction for each of its patients, the Max Super Specialty Hospital focuses on creating an exceptional patient experience based upon superior technology and the expertise of internationally educated physicians along with coordinated care processes. The hospital's commitment to using best-in-class practices, meeting or exceeding international accreditation requirements and focusing on achieving excellent patient safety results contributes to a positive treatment experience for its patients.
Packages Starting From $1,500
Learn Moredeals with Dr. Harshavardhan
Knee Replacement Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$5,500
Hip Replacement Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$6,500
ACL Reconstruction
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$3,000
Arthroscopy
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$1,500
Shoulder Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$3,000
Spinal Fusion
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$7,500
Hip Resurfacing Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$6,500
Joint Resurfacing
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$6,000
Laminectomy
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$5,500
Bone and Tissue Grafting
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$2,000
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Dr. Harshavardhan Hegde
Harshavardhan Hegde has been practicing medicine since 1998, giving them over 27 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Senior Consultant – Orthopaedics and have built a focused career in senior consultant – orthopaedics.
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Dr. Harshavardhan Hegde
Harshavardhan Hegde has been practicing medicine since 1998, giving them over 27 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Senior Consultant – Orthopaedics and have built a focused career in senior consultant – orthopaedics.
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