What does a Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon do?

The Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles.

What are the typical symptoms of an joint replacement candidate?

The symptoms include where a person is unable to perform daily routine activities because of pain, experiencing stiffness even when lying down or at rest and there is pain despite having medications.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon?

The investigations include Arthrography, Blood Tests, Bone Scan, Computed Tomography (CT Scan), Discography, Doppler Ultrasound, Dual-Photon Absorptiometry, and Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry.

Is there a difference between an orthopedic doctor and an orthopedic surgeon?

Not really, in reality the Orthopedists treat a range of conditions such as fractures and dislocations, osteoporosis, back injuries and more. Because surgery is so integral to the role, the terms "orthopedist" and "orthopedic surgeon" are often used interchangeably.

How long will the new joint last or will I have to do a second replacement?

For 80–90% of people who have total knee replacement, the new joint usually last for about 20 years or more.

Dr. Narendra Vaidya, Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon in Pune, India - Appointment

About Dr. Narendra Vaidya

Dr Narendra Vaidya is a renowned surgeon in the field of Joint Replacement in India.
He has a thriving practise of over 20+ years & performs approximately 1700 surgeries per year.
Dr Vaidya has performed over 5000+ Joint Replacement Surgeries and over 50,000+ Orthopaedics Surgeries, which has been commended both nationally & internationally.
He did his MBBS from BJ Medical College, MS & Mch (Orthopaedics).Following which he did his DNB.
Following which he did a fellowship in Joint replacement from LDH Hospital, Salt Lake city, Utah, USA He also undertook an extensive training in orthopaedics from US, Sweden and Germany.
Dr Vaidya is eminent for performing all four major joint replacement surgeries shoulder, elbow, hip & knee.
He is the first surgeon in Pune to perform percutaneous LASER disc decompression
Dr Vaidya has got the privilege to represented India in some of the famed orthopaedic conferences both nationally and internationally.
He has successfully conducted several live surgery demonstration on new advances in Join Replacements.
Dr Vaidya has established a super speciality orthopaedic centre in PCMC area which caters to all needs of orthopaedic patients and also renders quality healthcare facilities.
He was the first to establish a comprehensive Trauma System in India and this has helped to save thousands of lives of accident victims on National Highway.