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Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics is not just about the bones in your body. It is a line of treatment and surgery involving the musculoskeletal system, including degenerative conditions, trauma, sports injury, tumours, and congenital issues. The Orthopaedics Department at RMH comprises a team of experts who have specialized in the various orthopaedic treatments. The orthopaedic specialists are supported by trained nurses and physical therapists who support the patient throughout, ensuring they make a full recovery. The state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment facilities, complete care and exceptional team of doctors make RMH the preferred hospital among patients.
EXCELLENCE IN JOINT REPLACEMENT Joint pain can dramatically impact your life and cause significant hardships. At RMH, our goal is to relieve the pain, and help you regain your mobility and independence. Our unique approach to joint replacement surgery is focused on helping you return to a fully functional lifestyle as quickly as possible, with minimal time away from friends and family.
CONTINUUM OF CARE When you have made the decision to have surgery, we believe the key to a better outcome is education. Knowing what to expect each step of the way helps in reducing stress. Anxiety and prepares you for a smooth recovery.
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We provide comprehensive care plan, from diagnosis to pre-hospitalization orientation, inpatient recovery and through outpatient rehabilitation, our continuum of care will ensure that you are cared for though each phase of the surgical process.
PREPARING FOR SURGERY Every patient in RMH scheduled for a Total Hip or Knee Replacement is invited to attend an intensive pre-surgical education program. You will receive a detailed explanation from the experts. You will learn about joint mechanics and how they relate to your procedure. They will help you to understand what to do prior to surgery, what to expect during your hospital stay and how to care for yourself when you return home. The doctors care and will personally assist you with all of your needs including preoperative education, coordination of your care while in the hospital, and making arrangements for your safe and comfortable transition home.
DURING YOUR STAY, YOU WILL: Be treated by a specially trained healthcare team, including nurses certified in orthopaedics and medical-surgical patient care, physical therapists, and patient care associates that will assist you during recovery, managing pain and swelling. Work with expert on-site physical and occupational therapists that will customize rehabilitation sessions to your needs, ensuring a safe and speedy recovery. Meet with social worker and case management that will identify any needs you may have when you return home.
GOING BACK HOME most of our orthopaedic patients leave the hospital to go home in a short duration after surgery. By this time, you will be equipped with all the information necessary for a full recovery and embark on your journey through rehabilitation and back to a better quality of life. Throughout the rehabilitation outside of the hospital, you can take comfort in knowing that you have the Orthopaedic Department at RMH to support you 24 hours a day. Your physician and The Orthopaedic Doctors at the hospital are only a phone call away so please do not hesitate to utilize this valuable resource.
Our facilities:
Joint Replacement Surgeries
- Complex Knee Replacement
- Shoulder & Elbow Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Revision Replacement
Fractures and Dislocation
- Intra-articular fractures
- Multi ligament Surgery
- High Tibia Osteo Osteotomy(HTO)
- Polytrauma
Arthroscopy
- ACL/PCL Reconstruction
- Meniscus Repair
- Cartilage Replacement
- MPFL Reconstruction
Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Bankart Repair
Spine Surgery
Geriatric Ortho
- Hip & Knee Surgeries
- Spine injuries
Wrist Injuries
Paediatric Ortho
- Congenital Diaphragmatic hernia (CDH)
- Congenital talipes equinovarus (CTEV) or club foot Hand Surgery
- Carpal tunnel release
- Tendon repair
Our Specialists
Dr. R Rajkumar
MBBS, D. Ortho., MS (Ortho), Fellow of the Institute of Hand Surgery Wisconsin (USA)
Dr. Suresh Krishnamurthy
MS (ortho) FRCS (Glasg) FRCS Tr & ORTH (UK)
Dr. Nagesh H.V
MBBS, MD (Ortho), DNB (Ortho) FRCS (Glasgow), MBA
Dr. Srinivas Prasad
MBBS, D Ortho, MS (Ortho), DNB (Ortho Surgery)
Dr R Rajkumar, a senior orthopaedic surgeon is in practice for the past 40 plus years. He was the Secretory of Indian Medical Association of Bangalore Orthopaedic Society and the President of Karnataka Orthopaedic Association. He has mentored many youngsters.
Areas of special interest: Trauma, Joint Replacement & Spine Surgery.
Achievements: Was awarded Distinguished Bangalore Medical College Alumnus, Vocational Excellence by Rotary, Lifetime achievement award by Bangalore Orthopaedic Society & Karnataka Orthopaedic Association. A DNB Teacher for the past several years.
Areas of special interest: Trauma, Joint Replacement & Spine Surgery.
Achievements: Was awarded Distinguished Bangalore Medical College Alumnus, Vocational Excellence by Rotary, Lifetime achievement award by Bangalore Orthopaedic Society & Karnataka Orthopaedic Association. A DNB Teacher for the past several years.
Dr R Rajkumar
MBBS, D. Ortho., MS (Ortho), Fellow of the Institute of Hand Surgery Wisconsin (USA)
Dr. K A Srinivas Prasad is a consultant orthopedic surgeon and working in RMH since inception, he has more than 30 years of experience in his field of surgery.
Areas of special interest: Trauma & Joint Replacement Surgeries
Areas of special interest: Trauma & Joint Replacement Surgeries
Dr Srinivas Prasad
MBBS, D ORTHO, MS (ORTHO), DNB (ORTHO SURGERY)
Dr Nagesh H.V is a senior consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon associated with RMH since inception he is having more than 30 years of experience. He has completed Training at NHS in the UK. .
Areas of special interest: Trauma & Joint Replacement Special interest in academics
Achievements: Published several national & international publication. Serving RMH as Medical Director (Academics)
Areas of special interest: Trauma & Joint Replacement Special interest in academics
Achievements: Published several national & international publication. Serving RMH as Medical Director (Academics)
Dr Nagesh H V
Consultant Senior Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. Suresh Krishnamurthy is a Senior Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon with over 25 years of experience. After completing his MS (Orth) from Hyderabad, he trained in the UK in various aspects of trauma management, Arthroscopy, and Arthroplasty. He completed his surgical training in the prestigious Oswestry/Stoke Rotation and obtained his FRCS (Orth). He has been associated with RMH since 2008.
He has, to his credit, presentations and publications in National and international meetings and journals.
Areas of special interest: Trauma Management, including complex trauma. Arthoscopic surgery, Hand and foot surgery, Primary, revision & Complex Joint Replacement of Hip and Knee.
Areas of special interest: Trauma Management, including complex trauma. Arthoscopic surgery, Hand and foot surgery, Primary, revision & Complex Joint Replacement of Hip and Knee.
Dr Suresh Krishnamurthy
Consultant Senior Orthopaedic Surgeon
