Dr. Abhay Narvekar
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Dr. Abhay Narvekar

Senior Consultant — Orthopedics

Orthopedic Surgeon

Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai, India 43+ Years Experience
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About Dr. Abhay Narvekar

Dr. Abhay Narvekar is a distinguished Senior Consultant in Orthopedic Surgery with over 43 years of clinical expertise, recognised as a pioneer of arthroscopic surgery in India. He holds an MBBS and MS in Orthopedics from Seth G.S. Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, and has undergone advanced international fellowships including Sports Medicine at the Insall Scott Kelly Institute in New York, Mosaicplasty training at the Hungarian Academy of Sciences in Budapest, and Posterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction at The Berne Hospital in Switzerland.

Dr. Narvekar has performed more than 20,000 arthroscopic surgeries throughout his career, with over 6,000 ACL reconstructions, making him a highly experienced surgeon in complex knee ligament injuries, articular cartilage restoration, and sports-related orthopedic conditions. His technical proficiency spans ACL and PCL reconstruction, Mosaicplasty and cartilage transplantation, arthroscopic repair, knee replacement, rotator cuff surgery, and fracture fixation. He has published peer-reviewed research in international journals including Acta Orthopaedica Scandinavica and Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery, demonstrating his commitment to advancing orthopedic knowledge.

Dr. Narvekar welcomes international patients from the Gulf, Africa, and South Asia, combining decades of surgical precision with a patient-centred approach. He spent time as an academic educator, serving as Lecturer and Assistant Professor at LTMG Hospital in Mumbai, enriching his understanding of complex orthopedic challenges across diverse patient populations. His breadth of experience in both private and teaching institutions ensures he brings evidence-based, compassionate care to every case.

Practising at Gleneagles Hospital in Mumbai, Dr. Narvekar has access to state-of-the-art surgical facilities, advanced imaging, and a robust international patient support system. Gleneagles is a multispecialty centre known for its orthopedic excellence, modern operating theatres, and seamless coordination for overseas patients, including pre-operative assessments, video consultations, and post-operative rehabilitation support. International patients choosing Dr. Narvekar can expect world-standard orthopedic care delivered with the warmth and accessibility that defines care in Mumbai's leading hospitals.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Abhay Narvekar

  • ACL tears and reconstruction
  • PCL tears and reconstruction
  • Meniscal injuries
  • Articular cartilage damage
  • Knee osteoarthritis
  • Rotator cuff injuries
  • Bone fractures and fixation
  • Sports-related knee injuries
  • Ligament injuries of the knee
  • Shoulder pain and impingement
  • Joint instability
  • Cartilage defects

Areas of Interest

  • ACL Reconstruction
  • PCL Reconstruction
  • ACL Tear Treatment
  • PCL Tear Treatment
  • Mosaicplasty and Cartilage Transplantation
  • Arthroscopic Surgery
  • Knee Replacement Surgery
  • Advanced Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Fracture Fixation Surgery
  • Joint Injection
  • Sports Medicine

Qualifications

  • MBBSSeth G.S. Medical College and KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai
  • MS (Orthopedics)Seth G.S. Medical College and KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai
  • Fellowship in Sports MedicineInsall Scott Kelly Institute for Sports Medicine, Beth Israel North Hospital, New York, USA, 1995
  • Fellowship in MosaicplastyHungarian Academy of Sciences, Budapest, 1999
  • Fellowship in Posterior Cruciate Ligament ReconstructionThe Berne Hospital, Switzerland, 2001

Work Experience

  • Senior Consultant, Orthopedics — Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai, Present
  • Lecturer and Assistant Professor, Orthopedics — LTMG Hospital, Sion, Mumbai
  • Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon — Cooper Hospital, Mumbai
  • Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon — Seth G.S. Medical College and KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai
  • Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon — K.B. Bhabha Hospital, Bandra, Mumbai
  • Visiting Fellow, Arthroscopic Surgery — Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, USA, 1991

Certifications (6)

  • MBBS

    Seth G.S. Medical College and KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai

  • MS (Orthopedics)

    Seth G.S. Medical College and KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai

  • Fellowship in Sports Medicine

    Insall Scott Kelly Institute for Sports Medicine, Beth Israel North Hospital, New York, USA — 1995

  • Fellowship in Mosaicplasty

    Hungarian Academy of Sciences, Budapest — 1999

  • Fellowship in Posterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

    The Berne Hospital, Switzerland — 2001

  • Visiting Fellow in Arthroscopic Surgery

    Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, USA — 1991

Memberships (0)

    Research Papers & Publications (5)

    Bilateral discoid medial menisci with abnormal attachment to the ACL — a case report

    Acta Orthopaedica Scandinavica1999

    Mucoid degeneration of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament

    Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery2004

    An anatomic study of the popliteal fibular ligament

    International Orthopedics

    Arthroscopic treatment of complex knee ligament injuries: outcomes and technique refinement

    Indian Journal of Orthopedics

    Long-term outcomes of Mosaicplasty for articular cartilage defects in the knee

    The Knee Journal

    Procedures

    ACL reconstruction with autografts and allografts PCL reconstruction and repairArthroscopic meniscal repair and meniscectomyMosaicplasty and articular cartilage transplantationTotal and partial knee replacementRotator cuff repair and arthroscopic subacromial decompressionFracture fixation using internal and external fixationArthroscopic ligament repair and stabilizationJoint injection and viscosupplementationShoulder arthroscopy for impingement and instability

    Frequently Asked Questions

    International patients can easily schedule a consultation through Gaf Healthcare's dedicated international patient services. You can book a video consultation, submit medical reports for review, or arrange an in-person appointment at Gleneagles Hospital in Mumbai. Our team supports the entire booking process via WhatsApp, email, or phone, handling visa documentation, travel arrangements, and hospital coordination. A preliminary assessment of your imaging and clinical history is typically completed before your first appointment to optimise your visit.