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Knee Surgery, Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon, Shoulder Surgery, Spine Surgeon

Dr. Chidananda P. Shivashankar

Consultant

Fellowship, MBBS, MS

Zulekha Hospital, Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Chidananda P. Shivashankar is a Specialist Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon with more than 15 years of clinical experience. He is recognised for his expertise in joint replacement, arthroscopy and endoscopic spine surgery.

15+ years of experience in orthopaedics and its subspecialties, with training across India, the UK and Singapore.
Earned his MBBS from the University of Mysore, India, and a fellowship in spine and paediatric orthopaedics from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
Has performed more than 2,000 orthopaedic surgeries over his career.
Special expertise in knee and hip joint replacement, arthroscopy and endoscopic spine surgery.
Holds endoscopic spine and joint replacement fellowships from Austria, the USA and the UK.

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Areas of Expertise

Dr. Chidananda P. Shivashankar

Major Conditions Treated

Knee and Hip Arthritis
Shoulder and Knee Injuries
Bone Fractures and Orthopaedic Trauma
Degenerative Spine Conditions
Sports Injuries
Paediatric Orthopaedic Conditions

Sub-specialties

Joint Replacement: Knee and hip joint replacement surgery — sought by patients looking for an experienced orthopaedic and spine surgery specialist in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Arthroscopy: Shoulder and knee arthroscopic surgery.
Endoscopic Spine Surgery: Minimally invasive endoscopic treatment of spinal disorders.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Knee and Hip Joint Replacement
Shoulder and Knee Arthroscopy
Endoscopic Spine Surgery
Trauma and Fracture Surgery
Spine Surgery for Degenerative Conditions
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — University of Mysore, India, 1998
MS (Orthopaedics)

Fellowships & Special Training

Fellowship in Spine and Paediatric Orthopaedics — Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, 2006
Fellowship — Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland
Endoscopic Spine Surgery Fellowship — Austria
Knee and Hip Replacement Surgery Fellowship — USA and UK

Certifications & Accreditations

Dubai Health Authority (DHA) licensed practitioner

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Zulekha Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Specialist Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon, Present

Past Affiliations

Zulekha Hospital, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates — Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon
Orthopaedic posts in India, the UK and Singapore

Academic & Research Roles

Trained in different fields of orthopaedics across India, the UK and Singapore

Key Achievements

15+ years of experience in orthopaedics and its subspecialties
Performed more than 2,000 orthopaedic surgeries
Fellowship-trained in spine surgery, joint replacement and paediatric orthopaedics

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Orthopaedic / Spine Consultation	₹1,200 – ₹4,000	$15 – $48
Total Joint Replacement (Knee / Hip)	₹3,50,000 – ₹10,00,000	$4,200 – $12,000
Knee / Shoulder Arthroscopy	₹1,50,000 – ₹4,50,000	$1,800 – $5,400
Endoscopic Spine Surgery	₹2,50,000 – ₹7,00,000	$3,000 – $8,400
Fracture / Trauma Surgery	₹1,20,000 – ₹4,50,000	$1,450 – $5,400

*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.

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