Top 10 Hip Replacement Surgeons in Surat

Hip replacement changes daily life quickly for most people who need it, and recovery is usually faster than for the knee. This guide lists ten surgeons practising in Surat and sets out what the operation involves.

How this list was put together

The surgeons here were assessed on qualification, fellowship training, how narrowly they specialise in hip replacement work, and patient ratings on Google and JustDial.

Dr Dev Padia is placed first on the strength of his patient ratings, which are among the highest for any orthopaedic surgeon in Surat: 4.9 out of 5 from 565 Google reviews and 5.0 from 647 JustDial ratings.

This page is published by Vedaant Orthopaedic Center.

What hip replacement actually is

The hip is a ball and socket joint. In a total hip replacement both parts are replaced: a stem with a new ball is fitted into the thigh bone, and a new socket is fitted into the pelvis. In a partial replacement only the ball is replaced, which is often the right choice after a fracture in an older patient.

Why people need one

The commonest reason is arthritis wearing out the joint. The second is avascular necrosis, where the blood supply to the ball of the hip is interrupted and the bone collapses. This affects younger adults more than people expect, and it is the one hip condition where delay genuinely narrows the options. The third is fracture, particularly in older patients after a fall.

How hip pain actually presents

Hip arthritis is often felt in the groin rather than the outer hip, and it can refer down to the knee. People are sometimes treated for a knee problem when the hip is the cause. Difficulty putting on socks and shoes, or getting in and out of a car, is a more reliable sign than the location of the pain.

The ten surgeons

1. Dr Dev Padia, MS Ortho (USA)

Dr Dev Padia practises at Vedaant Orthopaedic Center in Surat, and his work covers hip replacement, including minimally invasive and revision hip surgery. He holds an MS in Orthopaedics with fellowship training at University Hospital Zurich in Switzerland, Careggi University Hospital in Italy and the University of Utah in the United States.

• Qualification: MS Orthopaedics, fellowships in Switzerland, Italy and the United States
• Experience: 15 years and over, with more than 10,000 surgeries performed
• Ratings: 4.9 from 565 Google reviews, 5.0 from 647 JustDial ratings
• Clinic: UG/9B Galloping Corridor, GD Goenka School Road, Surat 395007
• Open: Monday to Saturday 10:00 am to 8:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
• Appointments: +91 6355 991 466

Read more about hip replacement treatment, the patient reviews, or Dr Dev Padia.

2. Dr Krunal Shah

Aastha Joints Clinic, Surat

MBBS from Government Medical College, Surat and MS Orthopaedics from SMIMER, with international fellowships in joint reconstruction, arthroscopy and shoulder surgery. Around 19 years in practice.

3. Dr Chirag Patel

Tristone Hospital, Surat

MBBS and MS Orthopaedics, with fellowship training in total knee and hip replacement at Sancheti Institute, Pune and centres in Belgium and the United States. Around 28 years in practice.

4. Dr Manish Saini

Solaris Royce, Surat

MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi as a gold medallist, followed by MS Orthopaedics, with fellowships in arthroscopy and sports medicine and in joint replacement. Around 15 years in practice.

5. Dr Shrujal Shah

Green Leaf Hospital, Surat

MBBS from Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, MS Orthopaedics, MCh Orthopaedics and a fellowship in Germany. Around 15 years in practice.

6. Dr Rajiv Raj Choudhry

Asutosh Multi Speciality Hospital, Surat. One of the longest established orthopaedic surgeons in the city, with around 39 years in practice as listed on public directories.

7. Dr Dhaval Desai

Desai’s Orthopaedic Hospital, Surat. Around 33 years in practice as listed on public directories, working from his own orthopaedic hospital in the city.

8. Dr Jitendra Manchanda

Shubham Hospital, Surat. Around 26 years in practice as listed on public directories.

9. Dr Nagraj S Shetty

Asutosh Multi Speciality Hospital, Surat. Around 24 years in practice as listed on public directories, consulting across several locations in the city.

10. Dr Mohit Patel

Solaris Royce, Surat. MS Orthopaedics with a fellowship in joint replacement and arthroscopy. Around 10 years in practice.

Details for the other surgeons are as publicly listed by their clinics and may have changed. Check their own Google and JustDial listings for current ratings and timings before booking.

Recovery, honestly

Hip replacement usually recovers faster than knee replacement, and many people are surprised how quickly the arthritic pain disappears. You will be given specific movement restrictions for the first weeks to protect the new joint while the soft tissues heal. Follow them exactly, because a dislocation in the early period is far easier to prevent than to treat.

What to ask about hip replacement specifically

• Is my hip problem arthritis, avascular necrosis or something else?
• Which approach will you use, and what movement restrictions come with it?
• Am I suitable for a minimally invasive approach?
• Will my leg lengths be equal afterwards?
• Do you handle revision hip surgery?

Warning signs when choosing any surgeon

• Surgery offered on the first visit, before an examination or a scan.
• A guaranteed result. No surgeon can promise that.
• Risks never mentioned.
• Pressure to decide the same day.
• No clear answer on what the total cost includes.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the best hip replacement surgeon in Surat?

For hip replacement, look for a surgeon with MS or DNB Orthopaedics, fellowship training in joint replacement, regular hip practice rather than occasional, and experience of revision hip surgery. Dr Dev Padia holds an MS in Orthopaedics with fellowships in Switzerland, Italy and the United States, and is rated 4.9 from 565 Google reviews and 5.0 from 647 JustDial ratings.

Is hip replacement recovery faster than knee replacement?

For most people, yes. The hip is a simpler joint mechanically, and the pain relief is often immediate and dramatic. The knee needs more work to regain movement, which is why knee rehabilitation takes longer.

What is avascular necrosis of the hip?

It is the death of bone in the ball of the hip when its blood supply is interrupted. Caught before the bone collapses, the joint can sometimes be saved. After collapse, replacement is usually the realistic option, which is why early diagnosis matters so much.

Will one leg be longer after hip replacement?

Restoring equal leg length is part of the plan for the operation, and small differences are common and usually not noticeable. Ask your surgeon directly how they plan for it.

Can a hip replacement dislocate?

It is uncommon but possible, mostly in the early weeks before the soft tissues heal. That is the reason for the movement restrictions you are given after surgery.

Getting assessed

To discuss hip replacement with Dr Dev Padia, call +91 6355 991 466. No referral is needed. You can also read more about hip replacement treatment in Surat.

Trusted sources and further reading

This article is general information reviewed by Dr Dev Padia. For more on the conditions and treatments mentioned, see the pages below.

• Hip replacement in Surat — the procedures offered.
• About Dr Dev Padia — qualifications and training.
• OrthoInfo: Total Hip Replacement — American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
• NHS: Hip replacement — UK National Health Service.

The information on this website is for general guidance and does not replace a personal medical consultation. Please consult a qualified doctor about your own symptoms.