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How to choose an orthopaedic surgeon for knee replacement

Finding the right and best orthopaedic surgeon in Mumbai is important to make sure that the surgery is done successfully. Orthopaedic surgeon specializes in diagnosing and treating problems related to the bone, joints, nerves, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. They may further specialize, for example, in treating spinal diseases to become the best spine surgeon in Mumbai. One must look for surgeons who have a consistent track record of successfully executing knee transplant surgery. It’s crucial that you fee; comfortable with the surgeon you have chosen and you feel free to discuss the questions and concerns you have regarding the condition.

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How to choose an orthopaedic surgeon for knee replacement

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  1. HOW TO CHOOSE AN ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON FOR KNEE REPLACEMENT

  2. The decision to go through a knee replacement surgery is a big step towards reclaiming your independence and an active and better lifestyle. Making this decision is a tough one and one has to be very confident with making such decision. Finding the right and best orthopaedic surgeon in Mumbai is important to make sure that the surgery is done successfully.

  3. Figure (1): Helping Your Bones Be Your Support

  4. Orthopaedic surgeon specializes in diagnosing and treating problems related to the bone, joints, nerves, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. They may further specialize, for example, in treating spinal diseases to become the best spine surgeon in Mumbai. One must look for surgeons who have a consistent track record of successfully executing knee transplant surgery. It’s crucial that you fee; comfortable with the surgeon you have chosen and you feel free to discuss the questions and concerns you have regarding the condition.

  5. Here are some tips to find the best orthopaedic surgeon in Mumbai. Referrals. Check with the general practitioner or your primary healthcare provider for a brief list of orthopaedic surgeons who have a specialization in knee replacement surgery. Ask them how why this particular recommendation stands out. You may refer to other doctors as well to build an expansive list. You can also check with the best hospital in Mumbai, as they usually have the best surgeons in every field.

  6. If you have a family member, relative or friends who have gone through knee replacement surgery, you can ask them for referrals and how it went for them. You need to make sure that the surgeon selected by you us covered under the insurance plan you have. Choosing an orthopaedic surgeon out of the insurance may cost you money.

  7. Credentials. Do your homework by performing a background check on the surgeon. Review their credentials and education including their degree, the university they graduated from, and training. Find out the association that certified the surgeon. Make sure that you ask the orthopaedic surgeon about the number of knee replacement surgeries he/she performs annually. As per studies the surgeons who perform more than 12 knee replacement surgeries annually are like to be more successful.

  8. Similarly, the hospitals where more than 25 knee replacements take place tend to have a better track record. The best orthopaedic surgeon in Mumbai tend to perform hundreds of surgeries every year. Specialty and training. The best way of gaining valuable experience in knee replacement is by performing surgeries, however, another great way of expanding their knowledge is by continuing education. This continued education may include learning about current surgical approaches, new devices, and new technologies.

  9. With vast technological developments in the field of medical science, if you feel that a particular device or some surgical approach can be beneficial for your condition, you must make sure that your surgeon is trained in that particular area. At the same time, one must be respecting the surgeon’s recommendations as well. You should consider the implants and surgery they recommend as they are well educated and experienced to suggest what is right for you.

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