Knee replacement · Ahilyanagar
Knee Replacement Surgeon Ahilyanagar
If knee replacement is being discussed in Ahilyanagar, or persistent knee arthritis is making walking and everyday activity difficult, consult Dr. Aniket Patil in Pune to review whether surgery is needed and which operation fits the knee.
Coming from Ahilyanagar? Call the clinic if you want guidance before travelling.
- 20+ years
- Clinical and surgical experience
- 3,000+
- Joint replacement surgeries
- Germany & Hong Kong
- International training
Why make the trip?
When is a knee replacement opinion in Pune worth considering from Ahilyanagar?
A Pune consultation is most useful when there is a specific surgical question you want answered before deciding what to do next.
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Surgery has been advised and you want the timing reviewed
Dr. Aniket Patil can review your symptoms, examination and X-rays to establish whether knee replacement is needed now or whether non-surgical treatment still has a role.
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You want to understand whether total replacement is the only option
If arthritis is limited to one part of the knee, partial replacement may be worth considering. More widespread arthritis usually requires total knee replacement.
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Both knees, an existing implant or the surgical plan need a closer look
If both knees are severely affected or a previous knee replacement is causing problems, the operation may need different planning. Robotic assistance can also be discussed separately where it is relevant to the proposed surgery.
The purpose of travelling to Pune is to get clearer about the decision before committing to an operation.
The first decision
Do I need knee replacement surgery?
Knee replacement is usually discussed when arthritis or joint damage is severe, pain and stiffness interfere with everyday activity and non-surgical treatment is no longer helping enough.
The decision should be based on your symptoms, examination and weight-bearing X-rays, not your age or an X-ray finding in isolation.
Learn about knee arthritis-
Pain and stiffness
Pain while walking, climbing stairs, standing up or sleeping can become difficult to manage when arthritis has severely affected the joint.
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Loss of function
The knee may limit normal walking, work, exercise or everyday tasks despite treatment.
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X-ray damage
Weight-bearing X-rays help show how severely the joint is affected and which parts of the knee are involved.
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Response to treatment
Medicines, physiotherapy, activity changes and injections may help for a time, but they do not reverse severe joint damage.
Not sure about the recommendation?
Dr. Aniket Patil considers your symptoms, knee movement and weight-bearing X-rays together before advising whether replacement is needed.
Choosing the operation
Which knee replacement do I need?
The operation should match the pattern of damage in the knee. Not every patient needs the same type of replacement.
Total knee replacement
Total knee replacement is used when arthritis or joint damage affects most or all of the knee.
Learn about total knee replacement
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Partial knee replacement
Partial knee replacement may be an option when the damage is limited to one part of the knee and the remaining joint and ligaments are suitable.
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Bilateral knee replacement
Bilateral knee replacement may be considered when both knees have severe arthritis and replacing both is appropriate for the patient’s health and circumstances.
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Revision knee replacement
Revision surgery is used when an existing knee replacement has a problem such as loosening, wear, instability or infection.
Learn about revision knee replacement
Robotic assistance
How does robotic knee replacement work?
Robotic-assisted knee replacement gives the surgeon additional tools for planning the operation, assessing alignment and balance, and preparing the bone. Dr. Aniket Patil remains in control throughout the procedure.
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01Map the knee
The system builds a model of the knee
The system records the knee’s anatomy and movement during the operation.
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02Build the plan
Dr. Aniket Patil plans the replacement
The information is used to plan bone preparation and implant positioning for that knee.
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03Check balance
The knee’s balance is checked
Dr. Aniket Patil can assess ligament balance and make adjustments before preparing the bone.
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04Prepare the bone
The planned bone preparation is carried out
The robotic system assists Dr. Aniket Patil with controlled bone preparation according to the surgical plan.
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05Verify the result
Alignment and balance are checked again
Alignment, implant position and balance can be checked before the operation is completed.
Dr. Aniket Patil currently uses the Smith+Nephew CORI Surgical System for robotic-assisted knee replacement at Noble Hospitals & Research Centre in Pune. CORI is handheld and imageless, so it builds the knee model during the operation rather than requiring a pre-operative CT scan for planning.
Robotic knee replacement in PuneSecond opinion
Already advised knee replacement in Ahilyanagar?
Bring the X-rays, reports and recommendation you were given in Ahilyanagar. After examining the knee, Dr. Aniket Patil can review whether surgery is needed now, which replacement fits the joint and whether the proposed plan should change.
- 01Do I need surgery now?The review can clarify whether your symptoms, examination and X-rays support knee replacement now or whether non-surgical treatment still has a role.
- 02Total or partial knee replacement?The X-rays and examination can help establish how much of the knee is affected and which operation fits the joint.
- 03What if both knees are painful?If both knees have severe arthritis, the consultation can address which knee should be treated first and whether bilateral replacement should even be considered.
- 04What does robotic assistance add?If robotic-assisted replacement has been proposed, Dr. Aniket Patil can explain how it would be used in the planned operation.
- 05What should I expect after surgery?If you are considering surgery in Pune, the consultation can also cover the expected hospital stay, early recovery and what needs to be clear before you return to Ahilyanagar.
Planning a visit from Ahilyanagar
How can you use the Pune visit well?
If you are coming mainly to review a knee replacement decision, call the clinic before travelling if you want guidance on the appointment and what to keep ready. The surgical decision itself is made after Dr. Aniket Patil examines the knee.
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Before you travel
Be clear about what you want reviewed
Tell the clinical team whether knee replacement has already been advised, whether you want another opinion or whether you are still trying to establish if surgery is the next step.
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At the consultation
Review the knee, not just the recommendation
Dr. Aniket Patil can examine the knee, review the X-rays and relate them to your symptoms and the treatment you have already tried.
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If surgery is planned
Plan the admission after the operation is clear
If you decide to proceed in Pune, the hospital, expected cost, insurance requirements and pre-operative investigations can then be planned. Your return to Ahilyanagar after surgery will depend on your recovery and Dr. Aniket Patil’s advice.
Before you travel
Bring these to your consultation
If you have already had X-rays, scans or treatment in Ahilyanagar, bring those records with you so Dr. Aniket Patil can see what has already been investigated and tried.
Worth bringing
- 01Recent X-rays
- 02MRI or other scans
- 03Prescriptions and treatment records
- 04Previous surgery records
- 05The recommendation you were given
- 06Current medicines and questions
No recent X-ray?
You do not need to arrange a new X-ray just for the trip unless you have already been advised to get one. After the examination, Dr. Aniket Patil can advise whether updated weight-bearing X-rays are needed.
Consultation in Pune
Where will you meet Dr. Aniket Patil in Pune?
Consultations take place at Om Hip & Knee Specialty Clinic in Kharadi, Pune.
Om Hip & Knee Specialty Clinic
Opposite Reliance Mart, Rakshak Nagar
Kharadi, Pune 411014
- Hours
- Monday to Saturday
5:00 PM to 10:00 PMBy appointment - Languages
- English, Hindi and Marathi
Cost
How much does knee replacement surgery cost?
Total knee replacement in Pune generally costs around ₹2–5 lakh. The final cost depends on the hospital, implant, room category, medical requirements and whether robotic assistance is used.
Bilateral or revision knee replacement can cost more, depending on the case. Once Dr. Aniket Patil has examined the knee and the planned operation is clear, a more specific estimate can be discussed.
The operation
Type of knee replacement
Partial, total, bilateral and revision knee replacement are different operations and should not be assumed to have the same cost.
Implant and surgical plan
The implant selected and the requirements of the planned operation can affect the final estimate.
The hospital
Hospital and room category
Hospital charges and the room category chosen for the admission can change the overall cost.
Robotic technology where used
Where robotic assistance is planned, any related cost should be explained as part of the estimate.
Care around surgery
Investigations and medical requirements
Tests before surgery, additional medical evaluation or specialist care can affect the resources required.
Length of stay
The number of days spent in hospital after the operation can change the overall cost.
Insurance and cashless treatment
If you plan to use health insurance, confirm the policy and hospital requirements before admission. Cashless availability and approval depend on your insurer, policy terms and the hospital selected for surgery.
Discuss surgery & insuranceBefore admission, confirm
- 01Whether the planned hospital is covered by your policy
- 02Whether cashless treatment is available
- 03What pre-authorisation documents are required
- 04Which room or procedure limits apply
- 05Whether any part of the estimate must be paid directly
About the surgeon
Dr. Aniket Patil
Dr. Aniket Patil is a knee and hip replacement surgeon with 20+ years of clinical and surgical experience. He has performed more than 3,000 joint replacement surgeries and treats both first-time and revision knee and hip replacement problems.
His joint replacement training includes Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital in Dresden, Germany, with arthroscopic training at Queen Mary Hospital in Hong Kong.
His practice includes total, partial and bilateral knee replacement, robotic-assisted knee replacement, revision surgery and second opinions before joint replacement.
Knee replacement FAQs for Ahilyanagar patients
Yes, you can call the clinic before travelling from Ahilyanagar. Dr. Aniket Patil’s clinical team can guide you on the appointment, what existing records to keep ready and practical details before the visit. The phone call does not replace Dr. Aniket Patil’s examination.
Yes, you can consult Dr. Aniket Patil for another opinion even if knee replacement has already been advised in Ahilyanagar. Bring the recommendation and X-rays you already have so the decision can be reviewed in context.
No, you do not have to decide on surgery during the first Pune visit. The consultation can be used to understand whether replacement is needed, which operation is being considered and what the surgical plan would involve.
No, you do not need to arrange a new X-ray before travelling unless you have already been advised to get one. Bring your most recent knee X-rays if you have them. After examining you, Dr. Aniket Patil can advise whether new weight-bearing X-rays are needed.
You can usually travel back after hospital discharge once your pain is controlled, you can walk safely with support and you are medically fit for the journey. After an uncomplicated knee replacement, hospital discharge is commonly within 1–4 days, but Dr. Aniket Patil will confirm when you are ready to travel based on your case.
Yes, robotic-assisted knee replacement is available in Pune. Dr. Aniket Patil performs robotic knee replacements using the Smith+Nephew CORI Surgical System.
Total knee replacement in Pune generally costs around ₹2–5 lakh. The final cost depends on the hospital, implant, room category, medical requirements and whether robotic assistance is used. Bilateral or revision knee replacement can cost more, depending on the case.
Yes, many health insurance policies cover knee replacement when medically necessary as per their policy conditions. The amount covered and whether cashless treatment is available usually depends on your sum insured, hospital network, pre-authorisation, co-payment, room limits, sub-limits and other policy terms.
For patients from Ahilyanagar
Consult Dr. Aniket Patil in Pune
Coming from Ahilyanagar? Call the clinic if you want guidance before travelling, or book an assessment or second opinion with Dr. Aniket Patil in Pune.
- Clinic
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Om Hip & Knee Specialty ClinicUnit No. 202, Second Floor, Velstand
Opposite Reliance Mart, Rakshak Nagar
Kharadi, Pune 411014 Get directions - Hours
- Monday to Saturday
5:00 PM to 10:00 PMBy appointment