Dr Somasundaram S
Consultant Orthopaedic Joint Replacement & Sports Surgeon
MBBS, D’ORTHO, DNB Ortho, FIJR (KEM, Mumbai), FASM (MIOT, Chennai), FELLOW HIP & KNEE (NUH, Singapore)
Medical Council Number: KMC 78359
RxDx Clinics, Budigere Cross – Monday, Wednesday, Friday
*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.
Years of Experience
Consultation Type
In-Clinic | Teleconsultation
Languages
Overview
Dr Somasundaram Sekar is a highly experienced Orthopaedic Surgeon in Budigere Cross, Bengaluru, specialising in joint replacement, arthroscopy, sports medicine, and complex trauma care. Practising at RxDx Clinics, Budigere Cross, he provides comprehensive orthopaedic treatment for conditions affecting bones, joints, ligaments, and muscles, combining advanced surgical techniques with personalised patient care.
With a strong academic background including DNB Orthopaedics and D Ortho, Dr Somasundaram has completed several prestigious national and international fellowships that have strengthened his expertise in modern orthopaedic surgery. He completed a Clinical Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction (Hip and Knee) at the National University Health System (NUHS), Singapore, where he gained advanced training in complex hip and knee replacement procedures. He also completed a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Lower Limb Arthroscopy, Knee Reconstruction and Sports Medicine at MIOT Hospitals, Chennai, and a Fellowship in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty at KEM Hospital, Mumbai.
Further expanding his international exposure, Dr Somasundaram undertook an Observership in Sports Medicine and Patellofemoral Instability under Dr David Dejour at Clinique de Sauvegarde, Lyon, France, a globally recognised centre for knee surgery. He has also received advanced training in shoulder arthroscopy and sports medicine at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, Pune, along with specialised training in osteotomies around the knee and patient-specific instrumentation in Nantes, France.
As a trusted Orthopaedic Surgeon in Budigere Cross, Bengaluru, Dr Somasundaram performs a wide range of procedures including total knee replacement, total hip replacement, revision arthroplasty, arthroscopic ligament reconstruction, shoulder stabilisation, and cartilage restoration procedures. He is also experienced in the management of sports injuries, ligament tears, cartilage damage, fractures, and complex bone deformities.
Patients frequently consult him for knee pain, hip arthritis, ligament injuries, meniscus tears, shoulder instability, fractures, and sports-related injuries. Following detailed clinical evaluation and imaging, he develops personalised treatment plans that may include conservative therapy, minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery, or advanced joint replacement procedures.
Dr Somasundaram has presented research at international conferences including ASAMI Malaysia Congress, ASAMI International Congress (Greece), IOACON, and multiple arthroplasty society meetings. He is a member of SICOT (International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology), the Indian Society of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and the Indian Arthroplasty Association.
Patients seeking an experienced Orthopaedic Surgeon in Budigere Cross, Bengaluru for joint replacement, sports injury treatment, arthroscopy, or trauma management can consult Dr Somasundaram Sekar for advanced, internationally trained orthopaedic care.
Areas of Expertise
- Total Knee Replacement & Revision Arthroplasty
- Total Hip Replacement & Revision Arthroplasty
- Knee Arthroscopy & ACL Reconstruction
- Shoulder Arthroscopy & Stabilisation
- Sports Medicine & Sports Injury Management
- Patellofemoral Disorders
- Cartilage Restoration Procedures
- Trauma & Fracture Management
- Ilizarov & External Fixator Techniques
Conditions Treated
- Osteoarthritis of Knee and Hip
- Avascular Necrosis of the Hip
- ACL and Ligament Tears
- Meniscus Injuries
- Shoulder Instability & Rotator Cuff Disorders
- Patellofemoral Instability
- Cartilage Lesions
- Fractures & Complex Trauma
- Infected Non-union & Bone Deformities
- Sports-Related Injuries
Procedures & Services
- Total Knee Replacement
- Total Hip Replacement
- Revision Joint Replacement Surgery
- Knee Arthroscopy & ACL Reconstruction
- Shoulder Arthroscopy & Stabilisation
- Cartilage Restoration (Microfracture, OATS, HYLOFAST)
- Osteotomies Around the Knee
- Fracture Fixation & Trauma Surgery
- Ilizarov / Hybrid External Fixator Procedures
- Orthopaedic Consultation & Second Opinion
Qualification
- MBBS
- D Ortho
- DNB – Orthopaedics
Fellowships & Advanced Training
- Clinical Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction – Hip & Knee, NUHS, Singapore (2020–2021)
- Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Lower Limb Arthroscopy, Knee Reconstruction & Sports Medicine, MIOT Hospitals, Chennai (2018–2019)
- Fellowship in Hip & Knee Arthroplasty, KEM Hospital, Mumbai (2016–2017)
- Observership in Sports Medicine & Patellofemoral Instability – Clinique de Sauvegarde, Lyon, France (2023)
- Observership in Shoulder Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine – Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, Pune (2019)
- Cadaveric Workshop on Osteotomies Around the Knee & PSI – Nantes, France (2023)
Language Spoken
- English
- Tamil
- Hindi
- Kannada
- Malayalam
Locations
RxDx Clinics, Budigere Cross
Unit 15 & 16, 2nd Floor, Ferro Hub Triveni, No 12
Cheemasandra, Old Madras Road,
Budigere Cross Road (KIAB Airport Link Road),
Bengaluru – 560 049
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FAQs — Orthopaedic Surgeon in Budigere Cross, Bengaluru
When should I consult an orthopaedic surgeon?
You should consult an orthopaedic surgeon if you experience persistent joint pain, swelling, restricted movement, fractures, or sports injuries that do not improve with conservative treatment.
What is total knee replacement?
Total knee replacement is a procedure where a damaged knee joint is replaced with an artificial implant to relieve pain and restore mobility.
How long does recovery take after knee or hip replacement?
What is arthroscopy?
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to diagnose and treat joint problems such as ACL tears, meniscus injuries, and shoulder instability.
What are symptoms of an ACL tear?
A popping sound during injury, swelling, instability, and difficulty bearing weight are common symptoms.
Can sports injuries be treated without surgery?
Many sports injuries improve with physiotherapy, rest, and medication. Surgery is recommended only when conservative treatment fails.
What is patellofemoral instability?
It occurs when the kneecap repeatedly moves out of its normal position, causing pain and instability.
What makes Dr Somasundaram Sekar a trusted Orthopaedic Surgeon in Budigere Cross, Bengaluru?
His international fellowship training, expertise in joint replacement and sports medicine, and patient-centred treatment approach.
Do you perform revision joint replacement surgery?
Yes, complex revision surgeries for failed or worn-out implants are performed.
