About the surgeon

Dr. Nikhil Gokhale graduated in medicine from the prestigious G.S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, Mumbai in 2012, with multiple distinctions and a Gold Medal in Surgery. He completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery (M.S. Orth) from the same institution in 2015. He then trained in UK (in the NHS) from 2016-2021 gaining sub-specialty experience in Shoulder and Knee surgery.

Whilst in the UK, Dr. Gokhale has completed the prestigious Exeter Knee Fellowship (2019), highly specialised training in Revision Joint Replacement Surgery at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital- Stanmore (2019-2020), and a year-long Shoulder Fellowship at Royal Bournemouth Hospital (2020-2021). He is a Member and Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MRCS Ed), FRCSEd(Tr&Orth) and a has Diploma in Computer Assisted Orthopaedic Systems (Dip. CAOS) from Glasgow.

Since graduating in 2011, he has cumulative experience of more than 2500 operations and procedures. He has special interest and expertise in treating problems of the Shoulder and Knee (Open and arthroscopic key-hole surgery). He is trained in minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques, navigation and use of robotics(MAKO) for knee replacement.

Dr. Gokhale uses treatment strategies which are evidence based and is actively involved in research. He has published and presented at National and Inter-national level. Some of his research areas include patellar resurfacing in knee replacement, multi-ligament knee injuries, meniscal repair techniques, frozen shoulder treatment strategies, outcomes of shoulder resurfacing surgery, outcomes of distal-biceps tendon reconstruction. Link to research-

www.researchgate.net/profile/Nikhil-Gokhale

Knee Conditions

Sports injuries (ligament & meniscal tears)
Knee Cartilage defects
Patello-femoral(knee cap) instability
Knee arthritis - osteotomy, knee replacement
Failed knee replacement - Revision TKR
Fractures around knee
Tendonitis around knee

Shoulder conditions

Rotator cuff tears, shoulder impingement
Shoulder instability, labral pathology
Frozen shoulder, Calcific tendonitis
Shoulder arthritis - Shoulder replacement
Failed shoulder replacement - Revision TSR
Fractures of the shoulder & collar bone
AC joint problems

Treatment philosophy

Dr. Gokhale believes in the fundamental medical doctrine of 'Primum non nocere' (First, do no harm) and initially uses conservative treatment options (physiotherapy, injections, medication) to treat painful conditions. Majority of non-traumatic orthopaedic conditions can be effectively managed in this way.

However, he also understands that when these conservative options stop working and quality of life is adversely affected, precise and timely surgical intervention is necessary to restore mobility and function.

Dr. Gokhale uses a 'shared decision making' approach, wherein there is involvement of patient at every level. Individualised treatment decisions are made after understanding patient expectations and adequately discussing pros and cons of every treatment option.

You are advised to discuss with Dr. Gokhale any anxiety you may have related to treatment, in detail. Remember, every question is a valid question !

Practice location

Dr Gokhale's Clinic

Anand Vatika CHS ltd, 14/2, Swami Vivekananda Rd,

Siddharth Nagar 4, Goregaon West,

Mumbai -400104

Timings - Mon - Sat, 7pm - 9pm (By Appointment)

Phone - 99206 18987

Nanavati Max Superspecialty Hospital ( Parle West)

By Appointment - 9082996753

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