Shoulder Replacement Surgery (also known as shoulder arthroplasty) is a surgical procedure in which the damaged shoulder joint of the patient is replaced with artificial parts. In this procedure, the doctor will put the patient under anesthesia. The doctor will then make an incision in the shoulder to access the joint, remove the damaged area, insert the replacement, and then close the incision. There are different variations of the surgery that can involve total or partial replacement of parts. Read More about Shoulder Replacement →

Orthopedics

Frequently Asked Questions about Shoulder Replacement

Shoulder Replacement Surgeons

The Shoulder Replacement doctor typically first sees the results of the tests ordered to assess the overall health of the patient. Based on the initial assessment, the doctor would prepare a treatment plan tailored according to the individualized needs of the patients. The treatment plan for Shoulder Replacement, its alternative options, the pros and cons associated with each option and the treatment cost is thoroughly discussed with the patient to seek their approval.

Once the patient gives his or her consent, the Shoulder Replacement surgeon addresses his team members and shares the details of the case with them. The team members prepare for Shoulder Replacement and share a scheduled date of the procedure with the patient. The patient is advised to follow a few instructions as given by the Shoulder Replacement surgeon. In addition, the Shoulder Replacement hospital initiates the formalities and informs the patient about the estimated cost. The patient is accordingly required to submit documents for any insurance claim approval.

What is the Shoulder Replacement surgeon responsible for?

The surgeon is responsible for the preoperative diagnosis of the Shoulder Replacement patient, for performing the operation, and for providing the patient with postoperative surgical care and treatment. The surgeon is worked as the leader of the Shoulder Replacement surgical team.

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.

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