Orthopedic Surgery Cost in India
Orthopedic Surgery Cost in India
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Orthopedic Surgery Cost By Great India Medical Tour Services
Orthopedic surgery cost in India varies with the type of procedure, technique to perform the surgery, your medical condition and history, surgeon, hospital and the city where you choose to get the surgery done.
Here is a quick look at Orthopedic surgery prices in India:
Procedure | Approximate Cost in India ( US $) | Knee Replacement (Single Knee) | 500-1000 |
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Knee Replacement (Both Knees) | 500-1000 |
Hip Replacement (Single Hip) | 500-1000 |
Hip Replacement (Both Hips) | 500-1000 |
Shoulder Replacement | 500-1000 |
The cost quoted above is indicative and should not be taken as the final cost of the surgery. The final cost can be ascertained after the surgeon has evaluated the patient. The cost in Indian Rupees can vary based on exchange rate.
Factors that affect Orthopedic Surgery Cost in India:
- Technique of Surgery
There are different techniques of performing the surgery which affect the cost to a great extent. For example knee replacement can be done as open surgery, minimally invasive surgery, using highly advanced computer navigation systems or with robotic technology. This affects the cost of orthopedic surgery to a great extent.
- Whether or Not an Implant is Needed
Many times you would need an implant or instrumentation that adds to the cost of the surgery. Great India Medica Tours recommends you to explore the surgical options by consulting our expert orthopedic surgeons.
- Orthopedic Surgeon’s Fees
An important expense when it comes to your orthopedic surgery is going to be your orthopedic surgeon’s fees. Great India Medica Tours recommends only experienced, skilled, board-certified surgeons who are capable of delivering successful surgeries. Although the charges may vary depending on the experience of the surgeon, you can be assured that you will be in safe hands when you choose Great India Medica Tours .
- Surgical Facility
Having your orthopedic surgery in an accredited surgical facility by skilled and qualified medical staff is a critical factor. Moreover, the geographical location of this facility also affects the quote. But, Great India Medica Tours provides you with a projected estimate that will be all inclusive and affordable.
- Surgery-Related Expenses
The surgery-related expenses include the pre- and post-surgical expenses. The pre-surgical expenses are associated with the age and medical condition of the patient and thus the number and type of investigations required. Post-surgical expenses may include prescription medications and follow-up consultations.
We at Great India Medical Tour , understand that you travel with a budget in mind and do not like to be greeted by surprises after arrival in India. We thus club all these expenses and give you a package cost that is inclusive and affordable at the same time.
Your case manager shall give you an estimated cost of your surgery after discussing your medical reports with the surgeon. The final cost, however, shall be confirmed after your consultation with the surgeon.
Orthopedic Surgery Procedures Offered
- Acetabular osteotomy
- ACL Reconstruction Surgery
- Ankle arthroscopy
- Ankle reconstruction
- Ankle Replacement Surgery
- Arthroscopy
- Autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI)
- Bankart repair
- Bone grafting
- Bone metastasis surgery
- Bone reconstruction
- Bunion surgery
- Bone Fracture Repair
- Carpal tunnel decompression
- Cartilage repair
- Cartilage restoration
- Congenital hand deformity correction
- Distal radioulnar joint replacement
- Elbow arthroscopy
- Elbow replacement surgery
- External fixation
- Femoral osteotomy
- Fibula free flap
- Finger fusion
- Finger joint replacement
- Finger reattachment
- Foot reconstruction
- Free muscle transfer
- Fresh osteochondral allograft reconstruction
- Growing rods
- Guided growth in children
- Hand reconstruction
- Hand surgery
- Hand transplant
- Hemipelvectomy
- Hip arthroscopy
- Hip core decompression
- Hip labral repair
- Hip preservation surgery
- Hip replacement
- Joint replacement
- Joint replacement revisions
- Knee fusion
- Knee osteotomy
- Knee reconstruction
- Knee replacement
- Ligament reconstruction of fingers
- Ligament reconstruction of forearm
- Ligament reconstruction of shoulder
- Ligament reconstruction of wrist
- Limb deformity correction
- Limb lengthening
- Limb salvage surgery
- Medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction
- Meniscus repair
- Meniscus transplantation
- Microvascular surgery
- Multiligament knee reconstruction
- Muscle transfers
- Nerve grafts
- Nerve reconstruction
- Nerve transfer
- Nonunion surgery
- Offset procedures
- Osteotomy
- Partial knee replacement
- Pelvic tumor surgery
- Periacetabular osteotomy (PAO)
- Physeal bar resection
- Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction
- Reverse shoulder replacement
- Revision of previous trauma surgery
- Robot-assisted partial knee resurfacing
- Rotationplasty
- Rotator cuff surgery
- Sacroiliac joint fusions
- Shoulder arthroscopy
- Shoulder replacement surgery
- Spatial frame corrections
- Tendon transfer
- Toe-to-thumb transfer
- Tommy John surgery
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Unicompartmental knee replacement
- Vascularized bone grafting
- Vascularized free fibula transfer
- Wrist arthroscopy
- Wrist fusion
- Wrist reconstruction
- Wrist replacement
Orthopedic Surgery in India
We at Great India Medica Tours understand the apprehensions and questions that you have when you opt for medical tourism, surgery away from your home. We are thus here to help you make an informed decision. We always strive to get you the best deal when you opt to travel to India for your orthopedic surgery in India. We completely understand that any surgery is a major decision and when you choose to get it miles away from your home, the decision can be overwhelming. Great India Medica Tours assures you to be a partner in your journey and make medical sojourn to India a successful and memorable one for you!
Great India Medica Tours offers orthopedic surgery in India at best orthopedic hospitals in India at our associated JCI accredited hospitals and clinics, which are equipped with the most sophisticated technology including:
- Operation theaters built according to International specifications using ultra-clean laminar air flow systems, for best standards of infection control.
- Computer Navigation System
- High Definition Cameras
- Arthroscopic Equipment for performing technically challenging procedures
- Advanced Diagnostics and Support Infrastructure – 256 slice CT, High end MRI, PET scan
- Best quality prosthesis and implants
- Super specialized rehabilitation services, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, hydrotherapy and other disciplines, which help the patient have a smooth journey post their joint replacement surgery and also helps them to return back to normal activity at the earliest after the surgery.
Why Orthopedic Surgery in India?
Orthopedic Surgery in India has evolved tremendously over the years. Advanced surgical techniques, safer anesthesia, shorter recovery periods make India the best place for orthopedic surgery in the world, and an economical and attractive option for people looking for affordable orthopedic surgery abroad.
Getting orthopedic surgery in India with carefully chosen orthopedic surgeons and hospitals by Great India Medica Tours offers many advantages, few of which are listed below –
- Savings – Orthopedic surgery cost in India is much lesser, about 60% to 90% cheaper, as compared to the cost of orthopedic surgery in the UK, US, Canada, Australia or any other Western country. It costs almost a third or even less to get joint replacement surgery in India as compared to any of these countries.
- Best Orthopedic Surgeons in the world – Orthopedic surgeons in India are known for their skill and expertise all over the world. Not only are they trained at best medical schools in the world, the experience Indian orthopedic surgeons have is second to none.
- State of the art hospitals – The orthopedic hospitals and clinics that Great India Medica Tours chooses to associate with have the state of the art technology and zero MRSA rate , which is even better than what you would find in many European countries.
- No language barrier – English is the second official language of India. Surgeons, nurses and other support staff at the hospital speak English, so communication is never a problem though not being used to a different accent may pose some difficulty at some times.
- Incredible India – India is one of the most mystical countries on the earth, and has also come to be known as God’s own country. It is a must see destination by all known travel magazines and portals. People with completely different languages, cultures, religions all cordially living together as one country, is a unique experience to see.
Best Orthopedic Surgeons in India

Dr. Ramen Goel
MBBS, MS, FICS, FIAGES, FALS
27+ Years of Experience
Dr. Ramen Goel, a highly qualified gastro-intestinal surgeon with more than 25 years of experience, is one of India’s bariatric surgery pioneers. He has committed the past 20 years to performing a wide range of procedures using modern laparoscopic techniques. He is a member of the Surgical Review Corporation’s International Review Committee, which awards Centers of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery.

Dr. Sanjay Borude
MBBS, MS, FICS, FIAGES, FALS, IFSO
30+ Years of Experience
Dr. Sanjay Borude is a highly renowned bariatric surgeon with more than 26 years of experience in the field. He has the LIMCA BOOK OF RECORDS for BARIATRIC SURGERY ON 11 MONTHS OLD BABY. Performed ASIA’s first Google Eye’ Bariatric Surgery with Google team. He is a pioneering surgeon in the field of obesity surgery in India.

Dr. H. V. Shivram
MBBS, MS, FICS, FRCS
27+ Years of Experience
Dr. Shivaram H V is one of the country’s most renowned GI and bariatric surgeons, with a long list of groundbreaking studies and publications to his name. A huge number of national and international patients have benefited from his expertise in laparoscopic surgery, pancreatic surgery, gastro-intestinal surgery, and bariatric/metabolic surgery.
Best Orthopedic Hospitals in India

Wockhardt Hospital
Mumbai
Wockhardt Hospitals is the branch of the leading Wockhardt pharmaceutical company in India. The company is more than four decades old and is present in more than 20 countries around the globe. Wockhardt has 9 hospitals in India in Mumbai, Nagpur, Rajkot, Nashik, and Surat. Wockhardt hospitals have entered into a strategic alliance with Partners Medical International, USA, whereby the group has access to Harvard’s expertise in clinical and surgical fields.

Fortis La Femme Hospital
Delhi
Fortis La Femme, founded in 2004, is a multi-specialty hospital that provides care for all periods of a woman’s life, including birth, motherhood, menopause, and beyond. The hospital was named the winner of the ‘Most Popular Maternity Hospitals’ category in Child magazine’s Most Popular Awards 2013. More than 11,000 deliveries and 7,500 gynecological operations have been performed.
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I am so thankful to Great India Medica Tours and their associate clinic for giving me my healthy life back. I had such bad back pain and pain in the left leg which had made my life miserable. My business was getting hampered; my life was so disturbed because of this pain all the time.Thanks to Great India Medica Tours and the entire staff, they are very professional and at the same time caring in their approach. I am completely satisfied with the results of my spine surgery in India.

Mr Pacific Muchira,From: KenyaProcedure: Lumbar spondylosis (L4-L5) with pain to radiating to left leg
My Knee joint replacement surgery in India has given me a second chance to live life independently and on my own terms. I had become completely dependent and bed ridden because of the extreme pain and found it even difficult to go to the wash room.
Great India Medica Tours has really helped me in this journey and I am very thankful to them. The surgeon and nursing staff especially were very nice. Good work done.

Procedure: Knee joint replacement surgery
I am extremely delighted with the services provided by Great India Medica Tours . They have arranged everything so meticulously and have been there to guide and help me at each step.
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Ms. Nellia IsmailProcedure: ACL Repair surgery
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the average cost of orthopedic surgery in India?
Orthopedic surgery cost in India depends upon the type of surgery to be performed, whether or not implant being used, surgeon, facility and the city where you choose to get the surgery done. To give you an idea, knee replacement cost in India start from around USD 4000 and hip replacement in India costs from US $5000, which is way less than the cost of orthopedic surgery in the West.
There is absolutely no compromise on the quality. Orthopedic surgery cost in India is much less because of the following reasons:
Low cost of endowment in India – Qualified doctors, surgeons, nursing staff, lower investments costs, subsidies by government to private healthcare sector are more as compared to other countries
An exchange rate regime, which is favorable to India (indicative rates only, may not be currently applicable)
1 USD= 75 Indian rupees
1 GBP= 100 Indian rupees
1 Euro= 85 Indian rupees
3. I want to get my orthopedic surgery in India. Where do I begin from?
The first step is to send us your medical history, X-ray and other medical reports for the surgeon’s evaluation. You can send these details to info@indicure.com. You would be assigned a case manager who shall get back to you with the surgeon’s opinion, cost and other necessary details. For more information, please visit Step-by-step guide.
4. How do I ensure good quality services and results for my orthopedic surgery in India?
Your case manager would share the surgeon’s opinion as is, his or her detailed profile, details about the hospital where your surgery shall be done, type of implant and other necessary details. You can also choose to speak with the surgeon over phone or have a video consultation with the surgeon. We make sure you get the best quality treatment and best possible results for your surgery in India. To answer more on Medical Tourism related questions read our FAQs sections.
5. Would you do tests on me before my orthopedic surgery in India?
Yes, almost all orthopedic surgery patients undergo the necessary investigations before any orthopedic surgery. Other tests are also performed before any anesthesia is given. This includes:
Blood tests to evaluate chemistries, blood count and blood type.
Chest X-ray to evaluate lungs and heart size.
6. Would I have severe pain after the operation?
You will experience pain and discomfort after the operation which shall be controlled with medications. You shall be at the hospital for 3-7 days, depending on the type and technique of the surgery, so that the acute recovery phase is over and you are comfortable and can be on your own at the time of discharge from the hospital.
7. Which type of surgery is most suited for me?
The surgeon would suggest you the most suitable option depending on your age, pain, medical history and the medical condition.
You will not need nursing care after you are discharged from the hospital. A stay of 5-6 days at the hospital would be enough for you to recover and stay at the hotel without the nursing care. However, if your treating doctor feels that you still need medical supervision, he would advise you to extend the stay at the hospital at some extra cost.
9. When can I return to work following orthopedic surgery in India?
Returning to work is an individualistic thing and depends on your profession. Desk or sitting activities can be resumed after about 2-3 weeks of surgery, while physically active jobs should wait for 8-10 weeks.
10. Would I need to follow some instructions or take extra precautions after orthopedic surgery?
You need to be very careful in using your body to allow for your orthopedic to heal well. You should not push, pull or lift anything heavy for at least two months after the surgery. Your surgeon and the medical staff shall give you specific instructions about do’s and don’ts after the surgery. The physical therapist will tell you how to strengthen the muscles.
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