DR.VENKAT

FRCS (UK), M.Ch Orth (UK), DNB Orth, MS Orth

I am a Joint replacement surgery specialist in Chennai, India.
My advanced training, focused approach and continuing education
ensure high standards and quality of care for my patients

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Chennai

Pioneered Knee replacement
in Young patients

Durable implants and smart tools extend the life of a knee replacement
in young patients. Several young patients have got a
new lease of mobility.

Knee replacement in Young patients

i assist knee replacement

Chennai

ACL RECONSTRUCTION CHENNAI INDIA DR.A.K.VENKATACHALAMKnee pain treatment

Pioneered Full bending Knee replacement
and minimal invasive replacement.

A minimal invasive and full bending Knee replacement offers considerable
advantages over conventional methods. As a result of increased
mobility, patients are able to enjoy activities which require kneeling
and sitting cross legged.

Minimal invasive knee replacement

High flexion knee replacement guide

Chennai

Knee replacement alternatives

The goal of these procedures is to allow patients to enjoy the use of
their natural knee by several years, postpone a knee replacement and
avoid a revision surgery.

High tibial osteotomy

Cartilage regeneration

Chennai

Hip and Knee revision surgery

A revision surgery is required when your primary hip and knee replacement
has failed. Joint replacements fail due to several reasons.

Revision knee replacement

Revision Hip replacement

Chennai

See how knee surgery in India can restore your normal activities

Full bending knee replacement gives maximum function.

Why me? ( Dr.A.K.Venkatachalam )

My goal is to restore your mobilty and flexiblity by knee replacement surgery in Chennai India. I have performed knee replacement surgery in complicated cases like obesity, renal failure, fused kneesdifficult cases and failed procedures done elsewhere.

Total knee replacement is the permanent solution in patients suffering from advanced damage in all the compartments of the knee. Those patients with advanced damage restricted to only one compartment can be treated with a partial knee replacement or an osteotomy. In  some patients with early disease, I offer Stromal vascular fraction (SVF) therapy, Cartilage repair &  joint preservationThese procedures have the potential to heal early damage and provide pain relief. I assess your eligibility for every procedure by clinical exam and investigations. In case of co morbidity, I get opinions from trusted colleagues. I communicate these to you in clear and understandable language. Based on the above you will be empowered to take the objective decision for your particular case. I don’t thrust any procedure on you without scientific evidence.

To get an appointment, contact us. I also offer these knee surgery procedures . See here for joint you in preservation procedures and here for orthobiologic treatments.

Implants

I only use those implants which are backed by evidence  and top the list in joint registries. I routinely use  high flex knee replacement. If you are a woman, you will feel more comfortable with the Gender specific knee replacement . If wear is limited to one part of the knee alone, a partial  knee replacemenwill do. If you need a knee replacement in young age, I use durable knees. I was the first to introduce the Oxinium knee in India. See the video testimonial of the first recipient here. I also introduced the Journey, Visionaire and Verilast CR knees in Chennai.

Alternatives

1. An Osteotomy can relieve pain in suitable patients with uni-compartmental arthritis.

Technological advances

1. I use the I Assist smart tool to get perfect alignment. Smart tools enable me to align implants accurately in complicated cases and young patients. There is a positive correlation between alignment and survival. I was the first surgeon to use the I Assist smart tool in Chennai.

2. When your  primary replacement has failed, I offer revision surgery. Listen to a patient story here.

Anesthesia and pain relief – The single factor preventing patients from seeking surgery is fear of pain. Our pain relief protocol minmizes post operative pain and allows early discharge. Listen to a patient story here. My patients have very little post op pain, eat normally,  walk soon and go home by the fourth day.

Support services – The hospitals have accommodation to suit all pockets. Services of all specialists are available round the clock. You begin the evaluation by consulting specialists who are going to be involved in your care. Microbiology support is available while dealing with infected joints. I work with an independent radiologist interested in musculo skeletal radiology. My dedicated physical therapist will help you regain full function with the latest protocol.

Let us relieve pain, restore mobility and flexibility; Now! Contact us to schedule your appointment for a knee replacement in Chennai

Patient's Reviews

Patient's Reviews from Google

  • I consulted Dr.A.K.Venkatachalam for my uncle knee Problem he suggested for further procedures he explained clearly and cleared all our doubts about my uncles knee problem..Excellent doctor I recommended for all problems which is related to ortho..

    Sudheer Mani Avatar Sudheer Mani
    August 26, 2020
  • Reported to Dr. A K Venkatachalam for Frozen Shoulder on the left capsular region, Lot of improvements under his advice with related exercises & no major medication. Patient friendly.

    Lakshman Seshadri Avatar Lakshman Seshadri
    July 31, 2023
  • Recently I was severely impacted due to covid 19 and required urgent hospitalisation for treatment. Doctor AKV helped me in getting admission in a good hospital and followed up my recovery on a daily basis. Thanks to his kind and timely help I am now fully recovered.

    Gopalan Radhakrishnan Avatar Gopalan Radhakrishnan
    August 26, 2021
  • My wife (72 y) has knee osteoarthritis, mainly in left knee and less in right knee; she has suffered bouts of left knee locking for about 2 years, but she has no pain (luckily). In light of my wife not having pain or other issues, we did not want to go for TKR-type major surgical intervention. Recently we heard about Dr AKV in Chennai and his expertise in PRS-based treatment of knee arthritis. Dr AKV examined my wife and offered biological - (stem) cell - therapy option and explained the details and basis of PRS procedure. As both my wife and I have been scientists, we could understand well and it appealed to us as a simpler, worthwhile treatment option. She underwent the procedure at the end of July (about half a day at CMMH, Mylapore) and after 3 days, we flew back to our Mysore home. She is about to complete the 6-week duration of doctor-suggested restrictions to allow for internal healing. She has not had any problems or discomfort during this period and is ready to get back to her normal routines. Dr AKV is very friendly, gives adequate time to respond to patient's queries and concerns. Overall, it has been a very reassuring process and we are hopeful of good outcome of this treatment. N. Ramamoorthy

    Natesan Ramamoorthy Avatar Natesan Ramamoorthy
    October 1, 2023
  • I am Vilas from Karnataka,i am a athlete and a sports person who used to have daily sports activities.I had a small fall in 2019 since then I had knee pain..I came to know about Dr AK venkatachalam from one of my colleague who had his shoulder pain treated by Dr AK venkatachalam.He is a genuine person,he took all his time to explain about the problem and the treatment options Today I got treated with prp injection absolute pain free and he addressed with most care.I will Strongly recommend Dr AK Venkatachalam for treating ortho problems.

    vk chavan Avatar vk chavan
    June 26, 2022

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Ultrasound guided alchohol ablation Genicular nerves and PRS treatment in India .Three weeks ago, a patient who had undergone total knee replacements in another hospital contacted me saying that she was still having considerable pain even after 12 years. The surgeon at that hospital got angry it seems when asked to explain the cause of…

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About me

Knee replacement Chennai Dr.A.K.Venkatachalam

Consultant Orthopedic surgeon with Indian, British qualifications & British training. Fellow of Royal college of surgeons, UK. Former Associate professor of Orthopedic surgery. Private practice in Chennai, India.

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Email: drvenkatjoints@gmail.com
Phone:- 7824003400