
Dr. Abhay Narvekar
Senior Consultant — Orthopedics
Orthopedic Surgeon
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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
- 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
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 Scandinavica — 1999
Mucoid degeneration of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament
Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery — 2004
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
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.
