About Lateral Release of the Patella

Lateral Release of the Patella is procedure used to readjust the kneecap (patella) into proper position. In this surgery, the doctor will create small incisions around the knee, use an arthroscope (tube with camera/light) to view the area, and then cut the lateral retinaculum to realign the kneecap. This procedure is generally used for patients that have patellar maltracking.

Dr. Ravi V.

Joint Replacement Surgeon, Orthopedist | Consultant

B. Sc, MBBS, D. Ortho, DNB (Ortho), Spine Fellow

Works at Apollo Hospital Chennai
Chennai, India

Dr Ravi V is a leading Orthopedist in Chennai, with over 23 years of clinical experience and specialization in spine surgery.

Dr Ravi is renowned to be the first surgeon in South India region to perform minimally invasive surgery and is an acknowledged expert in the spine, bone and joint surgery as well as joint and lower back pain treatment. He is a highly skilled specialist, having obtained his medical qualifications from reputed institutions and training in advanced courses from world-renowned institutions.

He is a member of many medical associations and published several papers in national and international scientific journals.

Clinical Focus

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Orthopedics Bone and Joint Surgery
  • Trauma
  • Spine Surgery

Awards

  • Gold Medalist from CMC, Vellore

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