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Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon
Chennai
26+ years of experience
About Dr. Prithvi Mohandas
- Dr. Prithvi Mohandas is a recognized Orthopedic Specialist with over 20 years of experience.
- He collaborated with the Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, in determining the variables that affect hip implant design, the effect of load transfer in the femoral head, and minimally invasive surgery.
- After obtaining his medical degree, he completed his obligatory three-year General Surgical training in Manchester.
- He also completed a three-year fellowship in hip joint surgery at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Stanmore.
- He was appointed Director of Hip Arthroplasty at MIOT Hospitals, Chennai, in 2007.
- In 2008, he became Secretary of the Indo-German Orthopaedic Foundation. He lectured in the Atypical scenario of Indian hip surgery in Seoul, Beijing, Bangkok, Colombo, Manchester, and Rochester, Minnesota.
- In 2010, he was appointed Joint Managing Director, MIOT Hospitals, Chennai.
- After delivering the Keynote address on Indian Healthcare at the House of Lords in the Spring of 2011, he started the Indo-British Health Initiative (IBHI).
- Dr. Mohandas organized the Diabetes Summit in January 2013, followed by the biggest ever Oncology Summit in India in September 2013 with 20 UK and 60 top Indian Oncologists in attendance, and the recent HIPEC Meet in November 2014.
- He divides his time between training young Orthopaedic Surgeons in Hip Surgery and his administrative duties as Managing Director of MIOT International.
- He lectured at the British Orthopaedic Society, The Royal Society of Medicine, and the Institute of Mechanical Engineers.
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FAQ's About Dr. Prithvi Mohandas
Where does Dr. Prithvi Mohandas practice?
Dr. Prithvi Mohandas practices at MIOT International, Chennai
What is the specialty of Dr. Prithvi Mohandas?
Dr. Prithvi Mohandas specialty is Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon
What is the experience of Dr. Prithvi Mohandas?
Dr. Prithvi Mohandas is Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon with 21 years of experience.
Does Dr. Prithvi Mohandas specialise in hip replacement?
Yes. Dr. Prithvi Mohandas, an orthopaedic surgeon at MIOT International, Chennai, specialises in hip surgery after a fellowship at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore, UK.
What is avascular necrosis of the hip?
Reduced blood supply to the ball of the hip weakens and collapses the bone. Early stages may be treated with joint-preserving methods; advanced stages often need hip replacement.
When is hip replacement recommended for arthritis?
Replacement is usually considered when hip arthritis causes persistent pain, stiffness and difficulty walking or sleeping despite treatment, and X-rays show significant joint damage. Treatment depends on individual medical evaluation.
What is minimally invasive hip replacement?
It uses a smaller incision and techniques that reduce muscle disturbance, which may speed early recovery in suitable patients. Dr. Mohandas has worked on minimally invasive hip surgery.
What is recovery like after hip replacement?
Most patients walk with support within a day or two and continue physiotherapy for several weeks. Some movements may be limited initially to protect the new joint.
What should I bring to a hip surgery consultation?
Bring hip X-rays and MRI reports, records of previous hip treatment or surgery, a list of medicines and details of conditions like diabetes or heart disease.
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