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 →

Average Shoulder Replacement Cost

India	Starting from $6500
UAE	Starting from $23000

Frequently Asked Questions about Shoulder Replacement

Best Shoulder Replacement Surgeons

Shoulder Replacement surgeons and doctors have specialized and trained in the field of Shoulder Replacement. The doctors are fully qualified to deal with all kinds of medical issues in their area of specialization. The patients can be assured of safety and excellent standards of care with a trained specialist. However, finding a good doctor for the treatment is an important yet challenging task. The right surgeon ensures that the patient receives the right treatment and has minimal postoperative problems. One must consider various factors while choosing a doctor for the consultation and treatment of the medical condition. Some of these factors are:

Education background: The patients should look for Shoulder Replacement doctors and surgeons who are board-certified and have completed their medical education from recognized institutions. The top-tier hospitals employ a team of highly qualified and experienced doctors who provide reliable clinical services.
Specialized training and fellowships: Many doctors pursue further training and specialization in their field to gain expertise in advanced techniques. They take fellowships in reputed institutions and hospitals to acquire skills and hands-on experience in the latest technologies.
Years of relevant experience: The medical career indicates the doctor’s success rate, the number of surgeries they must have performed and the ability to handle complex cases.
Associated with the accredited hospital: The doctor will perform the treatment at a hospital or clinic, so the quality and standard of the hospital is an important factor. An accredited medical facility provides assurance of good quality patient care and healthcare services.
Patient feedback and reviews: A simple online research may show the feedback and reviews for the doctor by other patients. Their experience with the doctor can be a testament to the doctor’s behavior during the treatment. Many doctors also have patient testimonial videos.

Who are the best Shoulder Replacement doctors?

The list of the top Shoulder Replacement specialists/surgeons include:

S.NO	NAME	HOSPITAL
1	Dr. Sanjay Sachdeva	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
2	Dr. Surbhi Anand	Dental Bliss
3	Dr. Ashish Sabharwal	Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
4	Dr. Gagan Gautam	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
5	Dr. Aditya Gupta	Artemis Hospital
6	Dr. Sandeep Batra	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
7	Dr. Bipin S Walia	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
8	Dr. Amandeep Singh Dhillon	Dental Bliss
9	Dr. SKS Marya	Medanta The Medicity
10	Dr. Gaurav Kharya	Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals

What can an international patient expect from Shoulder Replacement doctors?

The Shoulder Replacement doctor typically first sees the results of the diagnostic tests to assess the medical condition and overall health of the patient. Based on the initial assessment, the doctor would prepare a treatment plan tailored according to the individualized needs of each patient. The doctor will also discuss the treatment plan for Shoulder Replacement, alternative options, the pros and cons associated with each option and the possible risks as well as complications to educate and help the patient make the decision. They provide a comprehensive evaluation report and discuss the treatment in-depth with the patient during their consultation. For internation patients, they offer teleconsultation services to educate them about their condition and treatment options. These consultations help the patients and their families understand the treatment better and provide them a chance to ask questions or clear their doubts. The doctors are involved in the entire treatment process, from the pre-treatment phase to post-treatment care.

Once the patient is ready for the treatment, 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 set up a convenient date for the procedure with the patient’s approval. The team will provide the patient a few instructions and guidelines for the pre-treatment phase. Also, the Shoulder Replacement hospital initiates the formalities and ensures the hospital stay is comfortable. The patient will have to submit documents for any insurance claim approval. They must also apply for a medical visa and arrange their travel and accommodation based on the scheduled date for the procedure.

Are the Shoulder Replacement surgeons skilled in the latest treatment procedures?

The Shoulder Replacement surgeons are experts in their specialization field and have extensive experience in managing basic to complex cases. They are well-trained in the latest surgical procedures and medical treatments in their area of expertise. The surgeons are skilled in laparoscopy, endoscopy and other minimally invasive techniques of surgery. These procedures are associated with faster recovery with less post-operative pain and low rates of complication. The doctors also attend various workshops, seminars and participate in CMEs to remain updated with the recent trends and advancements in medicine and healthcare systems.

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 works as the leader of the medical team who takes care of the patient.

Why choose Lyfboat?

Lyfboat is a NABH accredited platform that guarantees quality medical for international patients seeking expert healthcare services in other countries. We aim to make advanced healthcare accessible to all patients around the world within a reasonable budget. Our team will help you get expert medical opinions from the specialist and find the best doctors and hospitals for Shoulder Replacement at affordable prices. It is a free-to-use platform, and we do not charge any fees from patients. In fact, we negotiate on your behalf and provide a reliable price from the hospitals. In some cases, we are able to reduce the cost of the Shoulder Replacement by up to 20% of what the hospitals generally offer.

Lyfboat makes the Travel to Treatment process hassle-free

We understand the concerns of international patients and their families while planning to travel to another country for treatment. Lyfboat’s vision is to make quality healthcare services accessible to patients of all kinds of socio-economic backgrounds at an affordable price. Our team works around-the-clock to ensure our patients receive quick responses and feel comfortable throughout the process.

All you have to do is - share your reports with us and claim your preferred location, and we will manage everything for you. Our team will:

Send a detailed response with the quotations for the treatment package and the profiles of the best hospitals and doctors
Connect you to the specialist for teleconsultation
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Ensure your airport pick-up after arrival
Personal assistance at the hospital by our coordinators - they help manage appointments, billing and other formalities with the administration
Provide local SIM card for communication and language translators, if needed
Other services such as local transportation for sight-seeing and commute to other places
Follow-up care after the procedure

Dr. Subhash Jangid

Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon | Director and HOD, Orthopaedics and Joint Reconstruction

MBBS, MS - Orthopaedics, DNB - Orthopaedics and MCh Orthopaedics

Works at Fortis Memorial Research Institute

Gurgaon, India -

★★★★★

Dr. Subhash Jangid is one of the best orthopaedic surgeons in India. He hasavast experience of over 20 years in the field of orthopaedics, with aspecial focus on hipandknee joint replacement surgeries.He is a world-renowned expert who hasperformed more than 20,000 surgeries in his illustrious career. He is also acclaimed for performing around 600 joint replacement surgeries, among several others, every year. Heprovides medical care toa number of international patients, from various different countries, annually. A pioneering surgeon,Dr. Jangidis credited with many first, inlcuding being the first surgeon in India to use computer navigation (NAV3) for knee replacement surgery, and also the first to use Bone graft substitute for tumor patients in India. He was a part of the team which established India's First Bone Bank atAll India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)as perthe guidelines of American Association of Tissue Banking. Apart from this, he also holds thecredited for introducing NAVIO the world's first robotic arm for knee joint replacement surgeries - in India.Dr. Jangidis one of the bestjoint replacement surgeonin Indiawho is proficient in the use of thelatest techniqueincludingminimal invasive surgeriesfora fasterrecoveryafter thetreatment. Dr.Subhashisa dedicated academicianwith a deepinvolvement in teaching courses in the area of orthopaedics. He is a visiting faculty to Nnamdi Azikawe University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria, where he trains doctors in arthroplasty procedures.

Clinical Focus

Arthroplasty/Joint Replacement
ACL ReconstructionArthroscopy
Hip Resurfacing
Hip Replacement surgery
Knee Braces for Osteoarthritis
Knee Replacement surgey
Joint Replacement Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Physiotherapy for Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Arthritis Management
Cartilage Surgery
Minimally Invasive Hip Correction
Minimally Invasive Knee Correction
Shoulder Replacement surgery
Elbow Replacement surgery

Awards

Brought in the latest Computer Navigation technique for joint replacement for the first time in India.
Introduced NAVIO Robot for knee replacement in Delhi NCR.
Involved in development of the protocols for patient management after surgery for knee and hip replacement.
Involved in setting up the bone bank at AIIMS, New Delhi, based on American Association of Tissue Banking guidelines.
Member of the multinational team involved in development of an Asian knee implant suitable for the population of this region.

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