Apollo Hospital

My experience with Dr. Rajashekhar KT (Orthopaedic Surgeon) and his team of doctorsat Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta, Bangalore for my revision knee replacement (right knee) has been exceptional and heart warming.I had my Total Knee Replacement (both the knees) in 2017. The surgery was successful but I had complications during post-op surgery care which required another procedure to insert plates and rods which were later removed due to spread of swelling and infection. The swelling and pain over time became worse and made the mobility of my right leg very difficult. I wanted to know  the next course of action as there was a lack of clarity on what can be done to fix my right leg and gain my mobility. I wanted to consult a surgeon here in Bengaluru who could guide me on the right set of next steps and answer my concerns and queries. After quite a bit of research and discussions with family, I met Dr. Rajashekhar K T at Apollo Hospital. My first meeting with him convinced me that I am in good hands. He gave a detailed explanation of what’s wrong and what the surgery would entail and assured me that the revision surgery although complicated isn’t a critical one. He is always willing to hear patient's concerns and addresses them timely. He understands his patient's frame of mind and makes sure that his patient gets the best care possible. His professionalism, expertise and compassionate approach are truly commendable. The confidence, comfort and assurance that I got from Dr. Rajashekhar is something that I didn't get from few other knee specialists whom I met before consulting Dr.RajashekharThanks for performing a successful Revision Knee Replacement surgery. The post operative physio care and rehabilitation under Doctor's advice is also very satisfying.I would also like to express my gratitude to the team of Doctors starting with -Dr. Srinivasa Holla (Anesthesiologist) for going through all my previous medical history and examining all the medicines that I was taking and suggesting me on what can be continued and what needs to be stopped. All these would not be possible if you hadn't taken extra care with my several year medical history and conditions. Thanks for attending on me during the surgery with utmost care.Dr. Anil for the initial examination of my right leg condition and patiently listening to my knee medical history and suggesting the required diagnostic reports and Dr. Jyothsna, physician for the utmost care.We are also grateful to Dr.Bhat and Dr.Kartik who interacted with us, leading to the surgery.Dr. Anandu and Dr. Abdul (Physiotherapists) and all other physiotherapists who helped me walk after post-op, giving attention to flexibility and workability and taught me all the necessary exercises.Dr. Rekha (Physician Associate) who helped me with all the consultations and attended to all my concerns, doubts and queries I had regarding the treatment, surgery, post-op care.Kalpagam Viswanathan

I visited Bengaluru in the month of October 2022 and after consultation with one of the doctors of Basanthnagar locality's hospital, it was suggested that the set up of a stent was extremely necessary and inevitable. I was totally astonished as there were no such symptoms at all. Even regarding my vericose vein problem, there were no problems of itching, swelling or clotting etc.

Then one of my friend of Astra Zeneca gave me his reference and during consultation he elaborately described all the procedures. He almost did the colour droppler test in presence of my wife and friend himself without charging a penny. Thereafter he also drew the blood circulation path of the lower part of our body and vividly described the necessity of the stent.

Last but not the least he told us about the procedure of Angiogram and informed us that just before the operation he would perform the Angiogram test and if any blockage was detected, he would opt for its removal via the balloon treatment unless the blockage is too severe.

We were very happy with his detailed explanation and made up our mind to be operated under him.

On 18.11.22. i.e. on the date of operation and after the Angiogram, the Doctor informed me that there was no blockage, the dye was flowing very smoothly and thus there was no need for the placement of any stent. I was fully relaxed before my varicose vein operation through Laser Technology.

Now after the operation, on that very day I was able to walk slowly at late night and the recovery process is going on smoothly. On 25.11.22 after final check up with the doctor S.Narasimhan, we returned to Kolkata.

I sincerely convey my gratitude to Dr. S.Narasimhan, Dr Manju ( his Junior ) and his whole team ( I apologize for not being able to recollect their names ) for their excellent work and strongly recommend this Doctor and his team for varicose vein related problems.

Dr Narasimhan is very friendly, approachable, and always gives ample time to his patient and relatives to clear any persisting doubts. And most important thing is that most of the time he himself takes up the job irrespective of it being a colour droppler test or a simple task of bandaging.

Only thing I would like to add here is that there is a need of operation clips and hope that infrastructure will be developed by Apollo Bannerghatta Unit in near future.

I again thank Dr. Narasimhan and his team for their excellent work. May their skillful work gets known to a wider audience and prosper.

My mom has been dealing with osteoarthritis for almost 8-10 years. We knew that it needed surgical intervention as we had consulted many doctors before. We were uncertain because surgery is widely viewed as a complicated and intense option.

Recent deterioration in terms of further dislocation made her immobile and we decided to go for a long-term solution.

In light of this, Dr. Rajashekhar not only connected well with my mom, but also instilled courage, confidence and trust - which meant we didn’t have to work on convincing her separately, as patient readiness was paramount.

We were formally introduced to Dr. Rajashekhar through our orthopedic expert, Dr. Maheshwarappa.

Dr. Rajashekhar is undeniably a highly skilled, capable, and experienced doctor, something we were already aware of. However, his true expertise shines in his ability to make decisions tailored to the unique needs of each patient. His remarkable ability to combine empathy with expertise is exactly what every patient and the family needs, and he excels at it effortlessly.

My mom successfully underwent total knee replacements (TKRs) for both knees. It has been incredibly heartwarming to see her transition from needing a wheelchair to walking confidently and with ease!

In her own words, “The whole process was presumed to be tedious, scary, and intense but under Dr. Rajashekhar’s capable hands, it felt like an easy, smooth-going, and less painful process. I wish to thank the Doctor and his team from the bottom of my heart for making me independent and confident!”

*** ******** ********** ** ********* *** **** ******** ******* *** ** *** ******* *** ******* ** ***** ************ He is strongly supported by Dr Srinivas Holla, Dr Amar, Dr Anirudh, Dr Adarsh, the pivotal coordinator Rekha, and his complete team who share the same objective - the patient’s well-being. Physiotherapy, the phase that was spoken of as the most painful of all, was smoothly handled at the hospital by Mr. Anandu & team.

Another differentiator is the doctor’s attention to the smallest detail. He thoughtfully referred us to a trusted physiotherapist from his network – this ensured an undisrupted physiotherapy of the same quality that he expected. So overall, the end-to-end scenario connected well, and we had a very comfortable experience throughout!

Our recommendation to osteoarthritis patients out there who are considering surgery – please go for it – you would be very safe in Dr. Rajashekhar’s hands.

This is an opinion on my experience with the treatment of Dr. K T Rajashekar, Orthopedic Surgeon in Apollo Hospital Bannergatta, Bangalore.

I had taken my aunt who was experiencing acute pain in both the knees. On the suggestion of the doctor, we got Full Knee Replacement done through Dr. K T Rajashekar.

I would like to express my profound gratitude for Dr. K T Rajashekar and his team of doctors including the doctors of other related areas (Physicians, Anesthetists, Physiotherapists) and the nursing including support and logistics team for their excellent treatment / services.

Dr. Rajashekar is very kind and patiently answered to all our queries, explained the process and requirements very clearly. He made us very comfortable and then he conducted the knee operations for both the legs in a gap of 3 days. The operation was very successful and my aunt did not undergo severe pain during recovery as normally complained by others.

One month since the operation, she is now able to walk normally and able to climb the steps. She did not experience any severe pain post operation and now is almost normal.

The coordination among his team and also doctors of other related areas is of very high standard and a simple message to anyone of them would be attended with all seriousness by the entire team. On staying with my aunt in the hospital for this operation until discharge, I could see all the doctors very treating very nicely by giving all the required comfort level to the patient. His Physician Assistant Ms Rekha is worth mentioning on a special basis, as she used to visit my aunt at regular intervals and see that all the requirements are attended to. The Anesthesia Specialist (Dr. Srinivas Holla) and the Physiotherapists (specially to Dr. Anandu) attended my aunt very well with all the due care.

Dr. Rajashekar can be said to have magic in hands as I could see a perfectly done operation.

I profoundly thank Dr. Rajashekar and his team of doctors and the nursing team for a very good treatment extended to my aunt.

With deep gratitude,

B. Srinivasa Setty, Hospet