An orthopedic doctor diagnoses and treats problems of the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and spine. Their work ranges from setting a simple fracture to replacing a worn out joint. Pain in the knee, hip, back or shoulder can make walking, working and sleeping harder, so many people look for an orthopedic doctor in Chennai who can find the cause and explain the options clearly. The right care can help reduce pain and improve movement over time.
Orthopedic Doctors in Chennai at Prashanth Hospitals
The orthopaedic department at Prashanth Hospitals has surgeons with training in joint replacement, trauma, spine care, sports injuries and arthroscopy. Their details are listed below so patients can choose the doctor whose area of care fits their problem. The Prashanth Hospitals doctor directory lists each doctor’s qualifications and registration number.
Dr. Arumugam S
- MBBS, D.Ortho., MS (Ortho), M.Ch (Ortho), Fellowship in Joint Replacement (Australia)
- 24+ Years of Experience
- Designation: Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon & Joint Replacement Specialist – Department of Orthopedics
- Location: Velachery
Dr. Arumugam S is an orthopedic doctor in Chennai whose practice centres on joint replacement. His areas of care include:
- Knee replacement and arthroscopy: Total and partial knee replacement, including robotic assisted knee replacement, and keyhole (arthroscopic) surgery for joint problems. More details are on the robotic knee replacement page.
- Hip replacement: Surgery to replace a damaged hip joint and help restore movement.
- Spine conditions: Assessment and surgical care for spinal deformities and wear related spine problems.
- Fractures and sports injuries: Treatment of complex fractures and sports injuries, with rehabilitation planned alongside surgery.
Dr. Tarun Prashanth K.R
- MBBS, MS (Orthopedics), DNB Ortho, FIJR, FARS (USA)
- 10+ Years of Experience
- Designation: Consultant, Department of Orthopedics
- Location: Velachery
Dr. Tarun Prashanth K.R is an orthopedic doctor in Chennai with fellowship training in joint replacement and arthroscopy. His areas of care include:
- Robotic assisted hip and knee replacement: Using a robotic system to help plan and place the joint implant.
- Pelvic and acetabular fractures and complex trauma: Surgery for serious fractures of the pelvis and hip socket.
- Sports injuries and ligament reconstruction: Repair of torn ligaments and other sports related injuries, followed by rehabilitation.
- Shoulder and elbow surgery and revision joint replacement: Including repeat surgery when an earlier joint replacement has worn out.
- PRP injections: Platelet rich plasma injections, which may be considered for selected joint and tendon problems. The evidence for benefit varies by condition, and the doctor explains whether it is suitable.
Dr. Karthick Dhayalan
- MBBS, MS (Orthopedics)
- 8+ Years of Experience
- Designation: Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon
- Location: Kolathur
Dr. Karthick Dhayalan is an orthopedic doctor in Chennai who consults at the Kolathur branch. His areas of care include:
- Fractures and injuries: Care for both minor and serious bone injuries, with follow up after surgery to check healing.
- Knee and hip replacement: Partial and total replacement of the knee and hip, using less invasive techniques where suitable.
- Review through recovery: Explaining each stage of treatment and checking progress at follow up visits.
Dr. Ramesh Babu
- MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics)
- 45+ Years of Experience
- Designation: Senior Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedics
- Location: Chennai
Dr. Ramesh Babu is a Senior Surgeon in the Department of Orthopaedics at Prashanth Hospitals and an orthopedic doctor in Chennai. His areas of care include:
- Joint replacement: Knee and hip replacement surgery.
- Arthroscopic surgery: Keyhole surgery to diagnose and treat joint problems.
- Spine surgery: Surgical care for spinal conditions that affect movement and daily life.
Dr. Ssamy C. Ajay
- MBBS, MS Ortho (AIIMS), MRCS (England), Dip. SICOT (Belgium)
- 4+ Years of Experience
- Designation: Consultant, Orthopaedic Surgery (Hip and Knee)
Dr. Ssamy C Ajay is an orthopaedic surgeon who focuses on hip and knee conditions. His areas of care include:
- Hip and knee conditions: Including cartilage problems, avascular necrosis (AVN) of the hip and complex joint problems.
- ACL and ligament reconstruction: Surgery for ACL tears and injuries involving more than one knee ligament.
- Joint preserving surgery: Procedures such as high tibial osteotomy and partial knee replacement to keep the natural joint where possible, and robotic assisted knee replacement when a full replacement is needed.
- Other procedures: PRP injections, radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for knee pain, pelvic and acetabular fracture surgery and revision knee replacement.
Common Symptoms That Need a Visit to an Ortho Doctor in Chennai
Seeing an orthopedic doctor early can help find the cause of pain and stop it from getting worse. It is worth booking a visit if any of these continue:
- Joint pain that does not go away: Pain in the knee, hip or shoulder that lasts for weeks and does not ease with rest may point to arthritis, wear and tear or another bone problem.
- Difficulty moving: Trouble walking, climbing stairs or bending may be a sign of cartilage damage or a worn joint.
- Back or neck pain that keeps coming back: Pain that disturbs sleep or daily work should be checked. The doctor may suggest scans, physiotherapy or other treatment.
- Problems after an injury: If pain continues after a fracture, ligament tear or accident, a review can check for poor bone alignment, a missed fracture or an unstable joint.
- Swelling or visible deformity: Swelling, a bent limb or a joint that looks out of place should always be checked.
Go to the emergency department straight away for a suspected broken bone, a joint that looks dislocated, or back pain with weakness or numbness in the legs or loss of bladder or bowel control.
Conditions Treated
The orthopaedic team at Prashanth Hospitals treats a wide range of bone, joint and spine problems, including:
- Arthritis and joint disorders: Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and other joint conditions. Treatment aims to reduce pain, improve movement and slow down joint damage.
- Fractures and injuries: Broken bones, dislocations and serious trauma, treated so bones heal in the right position.
- Spine problems: Slipped disc, scoliosis (a sideways curve of the spine) and spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal), with treatment ranging from physiotherapy to surgery.
- Sports injuries: Ligament tears, meniscus injuries and shoulder dislocations.
- Bone and joint problems in children: Bone deformities present from birth, growth problems and walking difficulties, which need care suited to a growing child.
Orthopedic Treatments Offered
- Joint replacement surgery: Knee and hip replacement, including robotic assisted and less invasive methods where suitable.
- Spine treatment: Surgical and non surgical treatment for slipped discs, spinal deformities and other spine conditions, available at the Velachery branch.
- Fracture and trauma care: Treatment of simple and complex fractures using modern fixation methods, available at both the Velachery and Kolathur branches.
- Sports injury care: Ligament reconstruction, arthroscopic surgery and rehabilitation to help patients return to activity.
Services differ by branch, so please confirm before visiting.
Conclusion
Bone, joint and spine problems can affect every part of daily life. Seeing an orthopedic doctor in Chennai early can help find the cause and plan the right treatment, whether that is medicine, physiotherapy or surgery. At Prashanth Hospitals, orthopaedic surgeons with training in joint replacement, trauma, spine care and sports injuries work across the hospital’s branches in Chennai, including Velachery and Kolathur. Patients can choose a doctor based on their condition and the branch closest to them.
