✅ 15 Min from Sector 17  ·  M.Ch. Orthopaedics (Liverpool, UK)  ·  Zero Revisions

Best Orthopedic Surgeon in Chandigarh — Why International Training Matters for Your Surgery

There are many excellent orthopaedic surgeons in the Chandigarh Tricity. Dr. Santosh Agrawal at Gini Hospital is one of very few Senior Orthopaedic Surgeons with international training (M.Ch., University of Liverpool, UK). With FASIF & MAQAA fellowships (Switzerland) and 40+ years of clinical experience in complex joint reconstruction and advanced trauma care, he applies international standards to every patient — whether you are a young athlete or a 65-year-old pensioner needing knee replacement.

📍 Sector 69, SAS Nagar (Mohali) · 15 min from Sector 17 Chandigarh · 📞 0172-4120100

📞 0172 4120100
15 min
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M.Ch.
Liverpool UK
10,000+
Surgeries
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Infections
👨‍⚕️ Dr. Santosh Agrawal — Quick Facts
  • 🏆 Only Senior Orthopaedic Surgeon with international training (M.Ch., Liverpool UK) in the Chandigarh Tricity
  • 🎓 UK-trained (M.Ch., University of Liverpool) — FASIF & MAQAA fellowships (Switzerland)
  • Zero revision surgeries recorded. Zero post-op infections recorded.
  • 💉 10,000+ surgeries performed — knee, hip, shoulder, sports injuries
  • 💳 CGHS/ECHS empanelled — cashless treatment available
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Three Things That Set Dr. Santosh Agrawal Apart

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International Training — The Liverpool Standard
Dr. Santosh Agrawal is one of very few Senior Orthopaedic Surgeons with international training (M.Ch., University of Liverpool, UK) in the Chandigarh Tricity. With FASIF & MAQAA fellowships (Switzerland) and 40+ years of experience, he applies international standards of joint reconstruction to every case. Whether you are a young athlete or a 65-year-old pensioner needing knee replacement, the standard is identical.
Zero Revisions. Zero Infections.
Zero revision surgeries recorded. Zero post-operative infections recorded. These are the metrics that matter. A revision surgery means the first surgery failed. Zero means it has never happened here. These numbers are the most honest measure of surgical quality available.
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Surgery Avoidance First — Always
We explore every non-surgical option before recommending surgery. If there is a way to avoid surgery and restore function, we take it. For every knee and shoulder presentation, physiotherapy, PRP, injections, and rehabilitation are tried first — every time. This approach saves many patients from operations they don't need.

What M.Ch. (Liverpool) Training Means — and How It Is Achieved

International orthopaedic training is not honorary. It requires years of supervised higher surgical training to measurable international standards.

What Dr. Agrawal's International Training Involves

M.Ch. Orthopaedics from the University of Liverpool, UK — an advanced surgical master's completed after MBBS and MS
FASIF & MAQAA fellowships (Switzerland) in advanced arthroplasty and trauma techniques
Supervised higher training in complex joint reconstruction — knee, hip, and shoulder
Competence in both primary and revision (redo) arthroplasty and advanced trauma care
40+ years of clinical experience applied to every case
Very few internationally trained orthopaedic surgeons exist in North India. Dr. Santosh Agrawal is one of the very few in the Chandigarh Tricity.

International training is not a marketing badge — it means a surgeon has completed years of assessed higher surgical training to standards recognised in the UK and Europe. Dr. Santosh Agrawal's M.Ch. (Liverpool) and FASIF & MAQAA fellowships (Switzerland) reflect exactly that. When he operates on a Chandigarh pensioner's knee, those are the standards applied.

Dr. Santosh Agrawal — Credentials and Qualifications

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M.Ch. — University of Liverpool, UK
Advanced surgical master's in orthopaedics from the University of Liverpool, UK. One of very few internationally trained orthopaedic surgeons in the Chandigarh Tricity.
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FASIF & MAQAA — Switzerland
Advanced fellowship training (Switzerland) in joint reconstruction and trauma. International precision applied to every surgery.
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Academic Qualifications
MBBS · MS · M.Ch. Orthopaedics (University of Liverpool, UK) · FASIF & MAQAA (Switzerland)
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CGHS / ECHS Empanelled
Available for cashless treatment to all Central Government employees, pensioners, and Defence (ECHS) beneficiaries. All zones accepted.
✅ 10,000+ Surgeries
✅ 0 Revision Surgeries
✅ 0 Post-Op Infections
NABH Accredited Hospital

The Measure of a Surgeon Is Outcomes — Not Volume

The measure of an orthopaedic surgeon is not the number of surgeries performed but the outcomes. At Gini, Dr. Santosh Agrawal has recorded zero revision surgeries and zero post-operative infections.

A revision surgery means the first surgery failed — the implant was misaligned, the repair broke down, or complications required reoperation. Zero means it has never happened here.

A post-operative infection after joint replacement is one of the most serious complications in surgery — it can require removal of the entire implant and months of antibiotic treatment. Zero infections. Every time. Zero times compromised.

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Revision Surgeries Recorded
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Post-Op Infections Recorded
10,000+
Surgeries Performed

Procedures Performed by Dr. Santosh Agrawal

From primary sports injuries to complex joint replacements — with the same international-standard precision applied to every case.

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Knee Replacement
Robo-navigation / GiniVision™ AR for superior implant alignment accuracy. More accurate alignment leads to better function and longer-lasting outcomes. Knee Replacement →
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Hip Replacement (THR)
Total hip arthroplasty for arthritis, AVN, and fracture hip. CGHS/ECHS covered. Hip Replacement →
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ACL Reconstruction
Arthroscopic, hamstring graft. Return-to-sport planning from Day 1. 9–12 month clearance protocol. ACL Treatment →
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Meniscus Repair
Preservation-first philosophy — repair over meniscectomy wherever possible. Long-term arthritis risk reduction. Knee Injuries →
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Shoulder Surgery
Rotator cuff repair, shoulder arthroscopy, Bankart repair, shoulder replacement. Shoulder Care →
Sports Injuries — All Joints
Ankle, wrist, elbow, and multi-joint sports injuries. International-standard sports medicine protocols for return-to-sport rehabilitation.
Surgery Avoidance Philosophy

The Save the Knee Philosophy — Surgery Is the Last Option

At Gini, we treat surgery as the last option, not the first. For every knee and shoulder presentation, we explore physiotherapy, PRP, injections, and rehabilitation before recommending surgery. This approach saves many patients from operations they don't need.

Many patients arrive at Gini having been told they need surgery immediately. In a significant proportion of these cases, Dr. Santosh Agrawal identifies that non-surgical treatment has not been properly attempted — and initiates a structured conservative programme first. Surgery is recommended only when non-surgical options have genuinely been exhausted or are clearly inappropriate for the condition.

Save the Knee Programme →

International-Standard Care Is Not Reserved for Athletes

Every patient Dr. Santosh Agrawal treats receives the same international standard of care. Here is who Gini sees from across Chandigarh and the Tricity.

Professional Athletes
Cricketers, kabaddi players, footballers, wrestlers from across Punjab and Haryana. ACL, meniscus, shoulder — return-to-sport protocols.
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CGHS / ECHS Pensioners
Retired Central Government employees, IAS, IPS, Defence officers. Cashless knee and hip replacement under CGHS/ECHS at Gini.
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Working Adults
IT professionals, government employees, business owners from Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula. Shoulder, knee, and sports injuries.
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Families & Housewives
Knee arthritis, frozen shoulder, rotator cuff — non-surgical first approach applied for every family member. Ages 25 to 85+.

15 Minutes from Chandigarh — No Traffic, Free Parking

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From Chandigarh Sector 17
15 minutes via Madhya Marg → NH-21 → Sector 69. Free parking available at Gini Hospital — no parking difficulty.
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From PGI Chandigarh
18 minutes via Sector 38 → IT Park Road → Sector 69. Easy access from PGI catchment area.
OPD Hours
Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Walk-in or appointment. Call 0172-4120100 to book.
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Payment
CGHS/ECHS cashless. Health insurance accepted. Cash, UPI, and cards. Self-pay packages available.
For Reference

What Distinguishes an Internationally Trained Surgeon

This is not a comparative claim against any named surgeon. It is a factual description of what M.Ch. Orthopaedics (University of Liverpool, UK) requires, and what it adds to standard orthopaedic qualifications.

  • International fellowship training — not just domestic postgraduate qualification
  • Annual recertification — competence is re-verified, not assumed
  • Demonstrated outcomes in sports-related knee and joint injuries
  • Exposure to high-performance athlete demands — accelerated recovery, precise rehabilitation protocols
  • Sports medicine integration — not just surgical technique but conservative management, prevention, and return-to-function planning
  • This is in addition to standard MBBS, MS (Ortho), and fellowship qualifications

Best Orthopedic Surgeon Chandigarh — Common Questions

What is M.Ch. Orthopaedics (University of Liverpool, UK) for surgeons?
M.Ch. Orthopaedics from the University of Liverpool, UK is an advanced surgical master's qualification completed after MBBS and MS — involving supervised higher training in joint replacement and reconstructive orthopaedic surgery to international standards. Dr. Santosh Agrawal also holds FASIF and MAQAA fellowships (Switzerland) and brings 40+ years of clinical experience in complex joint reconstruction and advanced trauma care. There are very few internationally trained orthopaedic surgeons in North India, and he is one of the very few in the Chandigarh Tricity with an M.Ch. from Liverpool, UK.
Who is the best knee replacement surgeon in Chandigarh?
Dr. Santosh Agrawal at Gini Hospital Mohali (15 minutes from Chandigarh Sector 17) is the only Senior Orthopaedic Surgeon with international training (M.Ch., Liverpool UK) in the Chandigarh Tricity. He has performed 10,000+ surgeries with zero revision surgeries recorded and zero post-operative infections recorded. He uses robo-navigation (GiniVision AR) for knee replacement for superior alignment accuracy. Available for CGHS/ECHS cashless treatment.
What is robo-navigation knee surgery?
Robo-navigation (GiniVision AR at Gini) is an augmented-reality assisted surgical guidance system that helps the surgeon achieve more accurate implant alignment during knee replacement. Precise implant alignment reduces wear, improves function, and is associated with better long-term outcomes. Dr. Santosh Agrawal uses GiniVision AR navigation for knee replacement at Gini Hospital — one of the few hospitals in the Chandigarh Tricity offering this level of precision.
How much does knee replacement cost in Mohali?
Knee replacement at Gini Hospital Mohali costs depend on implant type and ward entitlement. CGHS/ECHS patients are covered at notified package rates — zero out-of-pocket for covered components. Self-paying patients: call 0172-4120100 for detailed pricing. Gini provides a complete cost breakdown before any surgical commitment. See CGHS Knee Replacement →
Is Dr. Santosh Agrawal available under CGHS?
Yes. Dr. Santosh Agrawal is available for CGHS and ECHS patients at Gini Advanced Care Hospital, which is CGHS empanelled and NABH accredited. CGHS OPD consultations are available Monday to Saturday. Surgery slots are available within 2–3 weeks of CGHS pre-authorisation approval. Gini's CGHS desk handles pre-authorisation paperwork on your behalf — call 0172-4120100 for help before your Wellness Centre visit.
What makes a good orthopaedic surgeon?
A good orthopaedic surgeon combines technical skill, international training, measurable outcome data, and honest patient counselling. Key markers include: fellowship training (ideally international), outcome metrics (revision rate, infection rate), willingness to recommend non-surgical treatment when appropriate, and demonstrated competence in the specific procedure you need. Dr. Santosh Agrawal's credentials include M.Ch. Orthopaedics (University of Liverpool, UK), FASIF & MAQAA fellowships (Switzerland), 40+ years' experience, 10,000+ surgeries, zero revisions, and zero infections — measurable, verifiable outcomes.
Related Pages
👨‍⚕️ Dr. Santosh Agrawal Profile → 🦿 Knee Replacement Mohali → 🛡️ Save the Knee Programme → 💳 CGHS Knee Replacement → 🦴 Hip Replacement Mohali → 🏃 ACL Tear Treatment →

Consult the Only Senior Orthopaedic Surgeon (M.Ch., Liverpool UK) in the Chandigarh Tricity

Dr. Santosh Agrawal — internationally trained, UK-trained (University of Liverpool), 10,000+ surgeries, zero revisions, zero infections. 15 minutes from Chandigarh Sector 17. Mon–Sat 10 AM – 6 PM. CGHS/ECHS accepted.

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