Total Knee Replacement Success Story: Ms. Tutu from Ethiopia Walks Again After Treatment in India

By Suryani Dutta

Ms. Tutu from Ethiopia underwent a total knee replacement surgery in India at Medanta Hospital under Dr. Vivek Dahiya, ending years of pain. Read her recovery story.

Patient’s Name: Ms. Tutu Moges Teklegiorgis

Age: 54 years

Gender: Female

Country of Origin: Ethiopia

Doctor’s Name: Dr. Vivek Dahiya

Hospital: Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram, India

Treatment Name: Unilateral Total Knee Replacement (TKR) Surgery

Watch Ms. Tutu Moges share her full experience in the video below

For many years, Ms. Tutu Moges Teklegiorgis from Ethiopia lived with persistent knee pain that gradually affected her mobility and everyday activities. Simple tasks became increasingly difficult, and she knew it was time to seek specialised care for a long-term solution.

Her journey towards recovery began during the medical camp in Ethiopia organised by Vaidam, where she met Dr. Vivek Dahiya in person. During the camp, Dr. Dahiya assessed her condition and explained the treatment options available for her knee problem. This direct interaction gave her the confidence to move forward with treatment in India.

After reviewing her condition in detail, the doctors at Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram, recommended a unilateral total knee replacement to help reduce pain and improve mobility. Ms. Tutu travelled to India accompanied by her sister, who supported her throughout the treatment.

To ensure a smooth medical experience, the Vaidam team assisted Ms. Tutu at every step of her journey, from medical travel coordination and hospital appointments to accommodation, food arrangements, airport transfers, and overall support throughout her stay. This allowed her to focus fully on her recovery while feeling comfortable in a new country.

At Medanta, Dr. Vivek Dahiya successfully performed the total knee replacement in India, helping address the knee pain she had been struggling with for years. Following surgery, Ms. Tutu received post-operative care and rehabilitation guidance to support her recovery and improve mobility.

Ms. Tutu stayed in India for approximately three to four weeks, during which she gradually regained confidence in her mobility and prepared to return home with a recovery plan and medical guidance.

Sharing her experience, Ms. Tutu said:

“I had been living with knee pain for many years, and travelling for treatment felt like a big step. But meeting Dr. Vivek Dahiya during the medical camp gave me confidence. In India, the doctors treated me with great care, and Vaidam supported me with everything, including VISA, accommodation, food, and hospital arrangements. Today, I feel hopeful and happy to walk with more comfort.”

Vaidam wishes Ms. Tutu Moges Teklegiorgis continued strength, improved mobility, and good health. We are honoured to have supported her treatment journey and wish her a smooth recovery and a comfortable, active life ahead.

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Suryani Dutta

Vaidam Health · Updated 25 Sept 2026

Suryani Dutta is a healthcare content professional specialising in medical research, content strategy, and patient-focused communication for international healthcare and medical tourism platforms. Her work covers in-depth treatment and procedure pages, doctor and hospital profiles, treatment costs, healthcare destinations, medical tourism, SEO, website content management, and digital healthcare initiatives. She works closely with doctors, writers, designers, and cross-functional teams to develop accurate, well-researched, engaging, and trustworthy healthcare content. With a strong focus on research and editorial quality, she simplifies complex medical information into clear, meaningful content that supports patients in understanding their treatment options and making informed healthcare decisions.

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Dr. Vivek DahiyaArthroscopy and Sports Medicine

Dr. Vivek is a specialized knee surgeon trained in all aspects of knee surgeries, with 23 years of experience. He has worked in reputed hospitals such as Fortis hospital as an Associate Director. Dr. Vivek is trained to manage all fractures related to the knee joint and early recovery. He is vastly experienced in dealing with primary and revision total knee replacement taking special care of any spread of infection after the knee surgery. He is a member of associations like Indian Society of Hip and Knee Surgeons, Indian Arthroscopy Society, and Delhi Orthopedic Association.