Where does Dr. Gurvinder Singh Sawhney practice?

Dr. Gurvinder Singh Sawhney practices at Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital, Mumbai

What is the specialty of Dr. Gurvinder Singh Sawhney?

Dr. Gurvinder Singh Sawhney specialty is Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon

What is the experience of Dr. Gurvinder Singh Sawhney?

Dr. Gurvinder Singh Sawhney is Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon with 35 years of experience.

What does a Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon do?

The Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles.

What are the typical symptoms of an joint replacement candidate?

The symptoms include where a person is unable to perform daily routine activities because of pain, experiencing stiffness even when lying down or at rest and there is pain despite having medications.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon?

The investigations include Arthrography, Blood Tests, Bone Scan, Computed Tomography (CT Scan), Discography, Doppler Ultrasound, Dual-Photon Absorptiometry, and Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry.

Is there a difference between an orthopedic doctor and an orthopedic surgeon?

Not really, in reality the Orthopedists treat a range of conditions such as fractures and dislocations, osteoporosis, back injuries and more. Because surgery is so integral to the role, the terms "orthopedist" and "orthopedic surgeon" are often used interchangeably.

How long will the new joint last or will I have to do a second replacement?

For 80–90% of people who have total knee replacement, the new joint usually last for about 20 years or more.

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About Dr. Gurvinder Singh Sawhney

Dr. Gurvinder Singh Sawhney is a renowned Orthopedic surgeon, who has been practicing for the last 35 years.
He holds expertise in joint replacements, fracture treatment, joint dislocation, neck pain, knee pain, frozen shoulder treatment, arthritis, knee replacement, and many others.
He received Dr. Dastook Gold Medal for 1st Rank in FCPS Orthopedics in 1986.
He also received SarvaShree Award Mumbai in 2005.
Dr. Sawhney completed his MBBS from Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital Mumbai in 1982, followed by MS in Orthopedics in 1985, where he ranked 3rd in his University.
Additionally, he did FCPS in Orthopedics from College of Physicians and Surgeons Mumbai in 1986.
He has acquired a Fellowship in Reconstructive Microsurgery from Singapore General Hospital in 1987.
He is presently a member of Indian Orthopedic Association and Indian Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery.

Hospital

Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital, Mumbai

Location

Mumbai, India

Special Interest

Joint Replacement Surgery Fracture Treatment Joint Dislocation Treatment Joint and Muscle Problems Neck Pain Treatment Knee Pain Treatment Joint Pain Treatment Frozen Shoulder Treatment Knee Replacement Arthritis and Pain Management Hand Pain Treatment Minimally Invasive Knee Correction

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