Orthopaedics, Joint Replacement & Sports Medicine
Dr. Rakesh Mahajan is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon with nearly four decades of clinical and surgical expertise. He is widely recognized for his mastery in joint reconstruction and his pioneering use of robotic technology for knee and hip replacements. His patient-centric approach and record of successful outcomes have made him a preferred choice for complex primary and revision arthroplasty.
Dr. Rakesh Mahajan is a colossus in Indian orthopaedics. His career is marked by a deep commitment to surgical innovation, particularly in the realm of minimally invasive and robotic-assisted interventions.
International Training: Dr. Mahajan’s expertise is backed by elite global training, including a Fellowship in Joint Replacement and Sports Medicine from the National University Hospital (NUH), Singapore, and a Fellowship in Arthroscopy and Sports Trauma from Cape Town, South Africa.
Robotic Surgery Pioneer: He is one of the leading practitioners of Robotic Primary Knee Arthroplasty in India, a technology that allows for sub-millimeter precision, leading to faster recovery and a more “natural” feel for the new joint.
Global Mentor: Beyond his clinical practice, he actively trains international fellows from countries like Iraq and Afghanistan, sharing his knowledge of advanced joint reconstruction and sports injury management.
Academic Leadership: He regularly contributes to the medical community through national and international publications, focusing on complex fracture management and innovative surgical dressings.
Dr. Mahajan specializes in the entire spectrum of musculoskeletal health, from degenerative conditions to high-impact sports injuries.
Degenerative Joint Disease: Osteoarthritis of the Knee, Hip, and Shoulder.
Sports Injuries: Ligament tears (ACL/PCL), Meniscus injuries, and Rotator Cuff tears.
Complex Fractures: Multi-fragmentary fractures and non-unions in adults.
Avascular Necrosis (AVN): Bone death due to lack of blood supply, particularly in the hip.
Limb Deformities: Congenital or post-traumatic limb shortening and misalignment.
Robotic Knee Replacement: High-precision total and partial (Unicondylar) knee replacements.
Primary & Revision Arthroplasty: Complex initial surgeries and “redo” surgeries for failed previous implants.
Arthroscopic Surgery: Minimally invasive “keyhole” surgery for Knee, Shoulder, Elbow, Ankle, and Hip.
Limb Lengthening Procedures: Using advanced external and internal fixation techniques.
ACL Reconstruction: Advanced anatomical ligament restoration for athletes.
Principal Director & HOD: Centre for Orthopaedics, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi (Present).
Senior Consultant: Orthopaedics, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi (1990–2009).
Consultant: Orthopaedic Surgeon, Apollo Hospital, New Delhi.
Department Head: Oversees academic and administrative functions for the Institute for Bone, Joint Replacement, Orthopaedics Spine & Sports Medicine.
MBBS: Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak (1984).
MS (Orthopaedics): Govt. Medical College, Rohtak (1987).
DNB (Orthopaedic Surgery): National Board of Examinations, New Delhi (1992).
M.Ch (Orthopaedics): Specialized surgical master’s degree.
Fellowship: Joint Replacement & Sports Medicine, Singapore.
Fellowship: Shoulder Arthroscopy & Sports Trauma, South Africa.
Bharat Gaurav Award: For his outstanding contribution to healthcare in India.
Amar Jyoti Award: Recognized for excellence in clinical and social service.
Regional Forum Awards (DOACON): Awarded for his work in Unicondylar Knee Replacement and Complex Primary Hip & Knee surgery.
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