About Dr. Ashok Rajgopal
Dr. Ashok Rajgopal is Group Chairman of the Medanta Institute of Musculoskeletal Disorders and Orthopaedics at Medanta - The Medicity, Gurugram. Medanta lists his qualifications as M.B.B.S., M.S. (Ortho), M.Ch. (Ortho), F.R.C.S. and F.I.M.S.A.
Clinical Focus
Medanta lists his areas as knee replacement, joint replacement and arthroplasty, hip surgery, arthroscopic ligament surgery and robotic surgery. According to Medanta, he performed the first bilateral total knee replacement and the first minimally invasive joint replacement surgery in India.
Experience
Medanta says Dr. Rajgopal has performed more than 39,000 total knee replacements and over 60,000 arthroscopic surgeries for sports injuries; in August 2025 the hospital marked his 40,000th knee replacement. He was on the design team of the Zimmer Persona knee system and designed instruments for minimally invasive total knee replacement, per Medanta.
Credentials
- Padma Shri, Government of India (2014)
- Dr. B.C. Roy Award (2014)
- Lifetime Achievement Award, Alumni Association of Sancheti Institutes (2016); lifetime award, Asia Pacific Arthroplasty Society (2016)
- Knee Ratna Award, IMA New Delhi (2002)
Facts you can check
- Certifications listedFellow, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh - FRCS(Ed) (2010); Fellow, International Medical Sciences Academy - FIMSA (1996); Permanent registration with the General Medical Council (UK)
- MembershipsFounder member and former President, Indian Hip and Knee Society; Life Member, Indian Orthopaedic Association; Life Member, Indian Arthroplasty Association; Member, International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS)
- Works atMedanta Hospital (lists NABH, JCI)
Certifications, licenses & patents
FRCSCertified- FellowshipFellow, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh - FRCS(Ed) (2010); Fellow, International Medical Sciences Academy - FIMSA (1996); Permanent registration with the General Medical Council (UK)
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Procedures performed
Specialties
Education & training
- DegreeUniversity of Liverpool, UK
- DegreeAll India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
- DegreeArmed Forces Medical College, Pune University
Professional memberships
- MembershipFounder member and former President, Indian Hip and Knee Society; Life Member, Indian Orthopaedic Association; Life Member, Indian Arthroplasty Association; Member, International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS)
Membership reflects participation in a professional body — not an endorsement of this doctor by that organization.
Awards & recognition
Industry, media and event recognitions — shown for completeness. They are not certifications of clinical quality.
- AwardPadma Shri (Government of India, 2014); Dr. B.C. Roy National Award (2014); Knee Ratna Award (Indian Medical Association); Bharat Shiromani Award (2008-2009); Distinguished Service Award (Delhi Doctor Association, 2004); Honorary Surgeon to President of India (1997)
Prices for procedures by Dr. Ashok Rajgopal
| Procedure | Price at Medanta Hospital | Typical U.S. price |
|---|---|---|
| Hip Replacement | $5,500 - $9,168 | From $39,000 |
| Knee Replacement | $4,230 - $7,500 | From $32,570 |
Clinic quotes in USD; final prices are confirmed in writing after a free consultation. Flights and hotel are not included.
Getting to India from the U.S.
Visa. U.S. passport holders need a visa. India issues an e-Visa online, including a dedicated e-Medical Visa for treatment at recognised hospitals and a Medical Attendant visa for accompanying family members, which requires a letter from the treating hospital.
Flights. Nonstop service to Delhi and Mumbai from New York, Newark, Chicago, San Francisco and Washington, roughly 14 to 16 hours.
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Frequently asked questions about Dr. Ashok Rajgopal
Where does Dr. Ashok Rajgopal practice?
Dr. Ashok Rajgopal works at Medanta Hospital in Gurgaon, India.
What are Dr. Ashok Rajgopal's qualifications?
Dr. Ashok Rajgopal has trained at University of Liverpool, UK and All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, credentials and memberships include Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh - FRCS(Ed) (2010); Fellow, International Medical Sciences Academy - FIMSA (1996); Permanent registration with the General Medical Council (UK); Founder member and former President, Indian Hip and Knee Society; Life Member, Indian Orthopaedic Association; Life Member, Indian Arthroplasty Association; Member, International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS). Details and sources are listed on this page.
What procedures does Dr. Ashok Rajgopal perform?
Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement.
Does Dr. Ashok Rajgopal speak English?
Yes. Dr. Ashok Rajgopal speaks English, Hindi.
How much does surgery with Dr. Ashok Rajgopal cost?
Prices quoted by Medanta Hospital for procedures Dr. Ashok Rajgopal performs, in U.S. dollars: Hip Replacement $5,500 to $9,168; Knee Replacement $4,230 to $7,500. Final quotes are confirmed in writing after a free consultation.
How do I get to Dr. Ashok Rajgopal's clinic from the U.S.?
U.S. passport holders need a visa. India issues an e-Visa online, including a dedicated e-Medical Visa for treatment at recognised hospitals and a Medical Attendant visa for accompanying family members, which requires a letter from the treating hospital. Nonstop service to Delhi and Mumbai from New York, Newark, Chicago, San Francisco and Washington, roughly 14 to 16 hours.
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About the clinic
1,440-bed multi-super-specialty hospital in Gurugram near New Delhi, established in 2009, with JCI, NABH and NABL accreditation and more than 30 super specialties.
View clinic profileResearch & evidence
12 peer-reviewed sourcesPeer-reviewed studies relevant to the procedures Ashok Rajgopal performs. Compiled from systematic reviews, meta-analyses and clinical research indexed on PubMed.
- Comprehensive outcomes of different prosthetic interfaces in total hip arthroplasty: A network meta-analysis and systematic review based on age and follow-up periods.
- Multidimensional comparison of robot-assisted/manual THA: a systematic review and meta-analysis using REML-HK and multi-model for key outcomes.
- Early clinical efficacy and safety of different surgical approaches in total hip arthroplasty: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.
- What is the risk of dislocation after hip arthroplasty for patients with neuromuscular disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
- Outcomes of dual mobility cemented versus cementless cups in primary total hip arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Compiled from peer-reviewed medical literature indexed on PubMed. This overview is for general education and is not medical advice.