Dr. Ashok Rajgopal
Dr. Ashok Rajgopal
Chairman - Orthopedic at Medanta - The Medicity Hospital
Dr. Ashok Rajgopal is among India's top Orthopaedic Surgeons, with expertise in joint replacement and arthroscopic surgeries.
Biography
About Dr. Ashok Rajgopal
Dr. Ashok Rajgopal is presently the Chairman, Bone and Joint Institute, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon. Dr. Rajgopal is a name synonymous with surgical finesse, creativity, and patient care.
Popularly regarded as an icon in knee replacement surgeries in India, Dr. Rajgopal has seen thousands of patients from all over the globe—US, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and South Asia—to name a few. What has set him apart from others is his skill to marry cutting-edge technology with a customized touch, making him a doctor of preference for most, including international sports persons and celebrities.
Dr. Rajgopal did his MBBS from AFMC Pune, MS (Orthopaedics) from AIIMS Delhi, and MCh (Orthopaedics) from the University of Liverpool, UK. His extensive exposure in India and overseas has imparted to him a world-class advantage in joint replacement procedures.
Why Dr. Ashok Rajgopal?
Unparalleled Experience
With a career spanning more than 60,000 surgeries, including more than 39,000 knee replacements, Dr. Rajgopal brings decades of proven experience to every case.
Pioneer in Indian Orthopaedics
He brought innovations such as the first NAV3 navigation system, PSI technology, and robotic surgery to India well before they gained popularity.
Trusted Globally
Dr. Rajgopal's patients come from across the globe to be operated upon by him. His success stories are not the only reason behind his international reputation; he also inspires the confidence and comfort of his patients.
Compassionate and Ethical Care
Popular for his friendly, easy-to-talk-to demeanor, Dr. Rajgopal presents patients with the feeling of being heard, understood, and cared for. His straightforward guidance and simplicity of words make people comfortable.
Awarded and Recognised
He has been awarded the Padma Shri, Dr. B.C. Roy Award, and numerous national honors for his service to medicine. He has also held the honorary orthopaedic surgeon to the President of India.
Selecting Dr. Ashok Rajgopal places your joint health in the hands of one of the most esteemed, experienced, and empathetic orthopaedic surgeons on the planet. From initial planning to complete healing, his aim is straightforward—to enable you to walk pain-free and live life to the fullest once more.
Experience
Dr. Ashok Rajgopal has over 50+ years of surgical expertise and a career total of over 39,000 total knee replacements
Medical Problems
For which Dr. Ashok Rajgopal can be consulted
Special Interests
Knee and Hip Replacement (Primary & Revision)
Dr. Rajgopal is most famous for total hip and knee replacement surgeries. He was the first Indian surgeon to perform a bilateral total knee replacement as far back as 1987. He also made minimally invasive knee surgery available in India in 2002. Whether it's a simple case or a complicated revision surgery, his outcomes are always superb.
Minimally Invasive and Patient-Specific Surgery
He is a pioneer in minimal invasive procedures and has developed instruments that are currently employed globally. He also brought in patient-specific instrumentation (PSI) to India, where a 3D joint model is prepared to plan and conduct surgery with greater accuracy.
Robotic and Computer-Assisted Surgery
Dr. Rajgopal is renowned for employing state-of-the-art technology such as computer navigation and robotic-assisted surgery, which provide improved accuracy, faster recovery, and long-term function of the joint.
Sports Injuries and Arthroscopy
From ligament tears to meniscus repair, he regularly treats sports-related injuries using keyhole (arthroscopic) techniques. His patients include national-level athletes who trust his skills for quick and safe recovery.
Innovation and Teaching
He is also a member of the international team that contributed to the development of the 'Persona' knee system and has patents in surgical instruments. He is also a well-established academic who instructs budding surgeons around the world and is involved in several national and international research studies.
Medical Procedures
Performed by Dr. Ashok Rajgopal
