About Dr. S. S. Sankhala
Dr. S. S. Sankhala (Dr. Sohan Singh Sankhala) is a Senior Orthopaedic, Joint Replacement, and Spine Surgeon at Manglam Plus Medicity Hospital, Jaipur, with over 45 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Dr. Sampurnanand Medical College, Jodhpur, and MS (Orthopaedics) from Dr. S.N. Medical College, Jodhpur. He served as Senior Professor and Unit Head in the Department of Orthopaedics & Spine at SMS Medical College & Hospital, Jaipur — one of Rajasthan's premier government medical institutions — and was Chief of the Orthospine Unit at SMS Hospital.
- 45+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics, joint replacement, and spine surgery
- MBBS — Dr. Sampurnanand Medical College, Jodhpur; MS Orthopaedics — Dr. S.N. Medical College, Jodhpur
- Former Senior Professor and Unit Head — SMS Medical College & Hospital, Jaipur
- Chief, Orthospine Unit — SMS Hospital, Jaipur; Expert in complex trauma, joint replacement, and spine surgeries
- 30+ research publications; State Merit Award — Government of Rajasthan; PhD Guide — Rajasthan University and Rajasthan Medical Journal Advisory Board
Qualifications & Credentials
Areas of Expertise
Professional Experience
Awards & Recognitions
Research & Publications
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedic Consultation | ₹500 – ₹1,500 | $6 – $18 |
| Total Knee Replacement (TKR) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $3,000 – $6,000 |
| Total Hip Replacement (THR) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $3,000 – $6,000 |
| Spinal Decompression and Fusion | ₹2,00,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $2,400 – $6,000 |
| Complex Fracture Fixation (ORIF) | ₹80,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $960 – $3,000 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. S. S. Sankhala use in Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgery?
Dr. S. S. Sankhala employs advanced joint replacement systems for primary and revision total knee and hip replacements, modern spinal instrumentation and fusion systems, intraoperative imaging-guided fracture fixation, and minimally invasive spine surgery approaches developed through 45+ years of clinical practice at SMS Medical College Jaipur.
2. What conditions does Dr. S. S. Sankhala specialise in treating?
Dr. S. S. Sankhala specialises in knee and hip osteoarthritis (requiring joint replacement), spinal disc herniation, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, complex fractures, polytrauma, shoulder disorders, and tropical orthopaedic diseases specific to Rajasthan. International patients seeking the best Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon and Spine Surgeon in Jaipur frequently consult Dr. Sankhala.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. S. S. Sankhala?
Appointments with Dr. S. S. Sankhala can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. S. S. Sankhala?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. S. S. Sankhala, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. S. S. Sankhala offer second opinions for Orthopaedic cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their orthopaedic, joint replacement, or spinal condition with an expert Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon specialist in Jaipur. Remote review of X-rays, MRI scans, and clinical records is available.
