20k+
Successful surgeries
1 lakh+
Patients trust us across India
95%
Patient satisfaction rate
MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), DNB (Orthopaedics), FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics)
Dr. Karan Kukreja is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon with over two decades of experience in treating complex musculoskeletal conditions and advancing patient care. A Gold Medalist MBBS student, he went on to complete his MS in Orthopaedics, and later earned his DNB in Orthopaedics from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi.
He enhanced his expertise through multiple national and international fellowships, and earned the FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics), Edinburgh, underscoring his commitment to international standards of surgical excellence. He has held consultant positions at Meenakshi Mission Hospital, Madurai, and Hosmat Hospital, Bangalore. He has been part of the Orthopaedics Department at Manipal Hospital, Whitefield since 2019 where he continues to deliver specialized orthopaedic care.
He is an active member of professional bodies including the Karnataka Orthopaedic Association, Indian Orthopaedic Association, Arthroscopic Society of India, Indian Arthoplasty Association, and the Association for the Study and Application of the Method of Ilizarov (ASAMI – India Chapter), highlighting his commitment to continuous learning and contributions to the field.
Qualifications
MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics)
DNB (Orthopaedics)
FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics)
20+ years of experience
Areas of expertise
Advanced Joint Replacement Surgery
Arthroscopy and sports medicine
Orthopaedic Trauma & Complex Fracture Management
Robotic joint replacements
Complex Joint Reconstruction & Limb Salvage Techniques
Ilizarov Methodology & Deformity Correction
Experience
Why choose us?
Comprehensive Care
From accurate diagnosis and advanced imaging to surgical intervention and follow-up, every stage of treatment is medically supervised by experienced specialists.
Advanced Techniques
Utilization of modern arthroscopic and minimally invasive procedures reduces surgical trauma, accelerates recovery, and optimizes long-term function.
International Training & Clinical Expertise
Extensive international training and fellowships ensure adherence to the highest standards of orthopaedic practice and surgical excellence.
Individualized Patient Management
Treatment protocols are tailored to each patient’s specific diagnosis, functional needs, and lifestyle, ensuring precision and long-term success.
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Practical guidance on joint health, surgery and recovery from Dr. Karan Kukreja.
Knee replacement: how to know when it is the right time
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The Ilizarov method: how limb lengthening and deformity correction work
A gradual, frame-based technique that lengthens limbs, corrects deformities and heals stubborn fractures. Here is what the treatment involves.
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Arthroscopy for sports injuries: smaller cuts, quicker return to activity
Keyhole surgery treats ligament, meniscus and shoulder injuries through tiny cuts, with less pain and a faster start to rehabilitation.
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