Where does Dr Clington Fernando practice?

Dr Clington Fernando practices at Apollo Heart Centre, Chennai

What is the specialty of Dr Clington Fernando?

Dr Clington Fernando specialty is Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon

What is the experience of Dr Clington Fernando?

Dr Clington Fernando is Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon with 19 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.

Dr Clington Fernando, Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon in Chennai, India - Appointment

About Dr Clington Fernando

Dr Clington Fernando is among the most reputed Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgeons with an experience of +19 years.
He is a professional member of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS), the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, the British Orthopaedic Association, Indian Orthopaedic Association and the Paediatric Orthopaedic Society of India.
After completing MBBS in 1997, from Stanley Medical College & Hospital, he did a diploma in 2000. He did a few fellowships in London and even did an M.Ch in UK.
Dr.Fernando is reputed for keyhole surgeries, revision joint replacement surgeries, paediatric orthopedics, limb reconstruction, complex fractures and sports injuries.
In his career, he has performed over 3,500 surgeries, a majority of which have been hip and knee replacements.
Dr. Fernando is an extremely active person. He has delivered several courses and lectures in London and other places in India.
He has also co-authored several research papers for reputed journals.

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Apollo Heart Centre, Chennai

Location

Chennai, India

Special Interest

Keyhole Surgeries (Shoulder, Elbow, Hip, Knee & Ankle) Paediatric Orthopaedics Limb Reconstruction Complex Fractures Sports Injuries Arthroscopy Hip Resurfacing Hip Replacement Knee Osteotomy Knee Replacement ACL Reconstruction

Dr Clington Fernando

Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon

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MCh, FRCS, MRCS, Diploma, MBBS,

Works at Apollo Heart Centre, Chennai

19 years of experience

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