Patient from Uganda Received Successful Hip Replacement Surgery in India

Patient Name: Mr. Daniel Mwesigwa

Age: 17 Years

Gender: Male

Country of Origin: Uganda

Doctor Name: Dr. IPS Oberoi

Hospital Name: Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon

Treatment: Hip Replacement Surgery

Avascular necrosis (AVN) or osteonecrosis is the death of bone tissue due to a lack of blood supply. It can result in tiny breaks in the bone and cause the bone to collapse. Overall hip is the most common site for AVN.

Mr. Daniel Mwesigwa, a 17-year-old from Uganda, has been suffering from AVN of the hip for the last 2 years. The patient's hip became stiffer, and there was a visible gait issue as he limped while walking.

While searching for reliable treatment, Daniel’s family friend referred them to Vaidam. After coming across our website, they left a query. We promptly assigned a case manager who guided them through the process of traveling to India.

Daniel visited India with his brother and mother. They consulted Dr. IPS Oberoi, one of the top Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Surgeons in India. 

After a detailed evaluation, the doctor recommended that he undergo hip replacement surgery, which was successfully carried out at Artemis Hospital Gurgaon.

Daniel and his family stayed in India for almost a month after the surgery. During their stay, he regularly received physiotherapy sessions in his home care.

The patient was happy with our services. Now that they have returned to their home country. The doctor suggested that Daniel should receive regular physiotherapy sessions for 6 months.

We hope that he recovers soon!