Dr. A. B. Govindaraj
Director and Senior Consultant – Orthopedics
MGM Healthcare, Chennai
44+ years of experience
About Doctor
Qualifications:
- MBBS – University of Madras, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 1981
- FRCS (Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons) – Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Glasgow, UK, 1985
Overview:
Dr. A. B. Govindaraj is a distinguished Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon with over 44 years of experience in the field. After completing his MBBS from the University of Madras in 1981, he pursued the prestigious FRCS from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Glasgow, UK, in 1985. He underwent extensive training in orthopedics and joint replacement surgery in the UK for 8 years before returning to India in 1990.
Dr. Govindaraj has performed over 10,000 surgeries, including more than 3,000 joint replacement procedures. He specializes in joint replacement surgeries, particularly bilateral knee replacements, and is also proficient in hip and shoulder replacements. His expertise extends to spine surgeries, having received specialized training under Prof. Henry Halm in Germany.
Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Govindaraj has trained under and collaborated with renowned orthopedic surgeons globally, including John Ireland, Lorden Trickey, Peter Ring, Ian Bayley, A. Catterall, Derek McMinn (UK), Charles Engh, Charles Rockwood, Kent Samuelson, Harry Schufflebarger (USA), Henry Halm, Ulf Liljenqvist, Jurgen Harms, Prof. Weller (Germany), and Sergio Romagnoli (Italy).
Memberships:
- Indian Orthopedic Association
- American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
- Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
- General Medical Council, London, UK
Awards:
- Awarded FRCS by the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Glasgow, UK
- Editor and publisher of OrthoNet India, a quarterly publication of selected abstracts from the internet, composed, designed, and published from Chennai
Conditions Treated
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Avascular Necrosis of the Hip Joint
- Knee Osteoarthritis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Ankle Fracture
- Shoulder Arthritis
- Bone Tumors
- Meniscus Tears
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Hip Dysplasia
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Spinal Disorders
- Pediatric Orthopedic Conditions
Procedures Performed
- Total Knee Replacement (Unilateral and Bilateral)
- Total Hip Replacement (Cemented and Cementless)
- Shoulder Replacement
- Hip Resurfacing Surgery
- Revision Hip and Knee Arthroplasty
- ACL and PCL Reconstruction
- Spinal Instrumentation and Decompression Surgeries
- Meniscus Repair and Meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic Surgeries
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- High Tibial Osteotomy
- Pelvic and Limb Reconstruction
- Treatment of Complex Trauma and Fractures
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FAQs
Dr. Govindaraj specializes in Orthopaedics with a focus on joint replacement surgeries, including knee, hip, and shoulder replacements.
He has performed over 10,000 surgeries, including more than 3,000 joint replacement procedures.
Yes, he has experience in treating both adult and pediatric orthopaedic conditions, including complex joint replacement cases.
You can book an appointment directly through MGM Healthcare's official website. Alternatively, international patients can connect with HOSPIDIO for assistance at [email protected] or Call/WhatsApp: +91-9870538337.
Yes, he is registered with the General Medical Council, London, UK, and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.