
Dr. Girish Bhalerao
Senior Consultant — Orthopedics
Orthopedic Surgeon
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About Dr. Girish Bhalerao
Dr. Girish Bhalerao is a Senior Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon with over 15 years of clinical and surgical experience, based at Gleneagles Hospital in Mumbai. He holds advanced qualifications including MBBS from Grant Medical College, MS and DNB in Orthopaedics from the prestigious Sancheti Institute in Pune, and a specialized Diploma in Orthopaedics. His comprehensive training spans high-volume centres for trauma, spine, arthroplasty, and arthroscopy across India, the United Kingdom, Portugal, and Germany, making him one of the most prominent orthopedic surgeons in the Indian medical community.
Dr. Bhalerao specializes in advanced arthroplasty techniques including computer-navigated, robotic arm-assisted, and minimally invasive muscle-sparing procedures for hip, knee, and shoulder joint replacement. He holds fellowships in Arthroplasty from world-renowned institutions including Sunshine Hospital in Hyderabad, Golden Jubilee Hospital in Glasgow, Kings Medical College in London, and Helios Endoklinik in Hamburg. Additionally, he completed his Fellowship in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgeries at the FIFA Centre of Medical Excellence in Portugal. His expertise extends to ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, rotator cuff repair, and complex fracture fixation, with a particular focus on personalized, patient-centered surgical approaches.
Dr. Bhalerao is highly experienced in treating international patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and the broader South Asian community. He employs an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol that prioritizes rapid postoperative recovery with excellent pain management, ensuring a painless and comfortable experience during the healing phase. His commitment to advancing orthopedic surgery is evident through his active proctorship programs, where he trains aspiring surgeons in robotic joint replacement and arthroscopic techniques at cadaver centres in India, Singapore, and Thailand. He is a faculty member at prestigious international conferences, including WIROC, and holds active memberships in the Indian Society of Hip and Knee Surgeons, Indian Arthroplasty Association, British Indian Orthopaedic Society, and Bombay Orthopaedic Society.
Gleneagles Hospital in Mumbai is a state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced surgical suites, cutting-edge robotic and navigation systems, and comprehensive postoperative care facilities. The hospital maintains international standards of care, with dedicated departments for orthopedic trauma, joint replacement, and sports medicine. International patients benefit from multilingual support, seamless coordination, and access to Dr. Bhalerao's personalized surgical planning. The hospital's location in Parel, central Mumbai, provides convenient access for domestic and international travelers. For patients seeking expertise in complex joint replacements and sports injuries, Gleneagles Mumbai under Dr. Bhalerao's care offers a trusted destination combining Indian surgical excellence with international standards.
Conditions Treated by Dr. Girish Bhalerao
- Hip Osteoarthritis and Hip Replacement
- Knee Osteoarthritis and Knee Replacement
- Shoulder Arthritis and Shoulder Replacement
- ACL Tears and Reconstruction
- Meniscus Injuries and Repair
- Rotator Cuff Tears and Repair
- Complex Fractures and Fixation
- Sports Injuries and Arthroscopic Treatment
- Cartilage Damage and Joint Preservation
- Ligament and Tendon Injuries
Areas of Interest
- Joint Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Knee Replacement Surgery
- Robotic Knee Replacement
- Shoulder Replacement Surgery
- ACL Reconstruction
- Meniscus Repair Surgery
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Fracture Fixation Surgery
- Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy
Qualifications
- MBBS — Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Group of Hospitals, Mumbai
- MS Ortho — Sancheti Institute of Orthopedics & Rehabilitation, Pune
- DNB Ortho — Sancheti Institute of Orthopedics & Rehabilitation, Pune
- D. Ortho — Sancheti Institute of Orthopedics & Rehabilitation, Pune
- Fellowship in Arthroplasty — Sunshine Hospital, Hyderabad; Golden Jubilee Hospital, Glasgow, UK; Kings Medical College, London, UK; Helios Endoklinik, Hamburg, Germany
- Fellowship in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgeries — FIFA Centre of Medical Excellence, Portugal
Work Experience
- Senior Consultant - Orthopedics, Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai, Parel
- Attending Surgeon, Wockhardt Group of Hospitals, Mumbai
- Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, LTMMC, Sion, Mumbai
- Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, K. J. Somaiya Medical College & Hospital, Sion, Mumbai
- Trauma & Orthopedic Surgeon, HBT Medical College with Cooper Group of Hospitals, Jogeshwari, Mumbai
- Faculty Member, WIROC Conference, December 2024
Certifications (6)
MBBS
Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Group of Hospitals, Mumbai
MS Orthopaedics
Sancheti Institute of Orthopedics & Rehabilitation, Pune
DNB Orthopaedics
Sancheti Institute of Orthopedics & Rehabilitation, Pune
D. Orthopaedics
Sancheti Institute of Orthopedics & Rehabilitation, Pune
Fellowship in Arthroplasty
Sunshine Hospital, Hyderabad; Golden Jubilee Hospital, Glasgow, UK; Kings Medical College, London, UK; Helios Endoklinik, Hamburg, Germany
Fellowship in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgeries
FIFA Centre of Medical Excellence, Portugal
Memberships (4)
- Indian Society of Hip and Knee Surgeons (ISHKS)
- Indian Arthroplasty Association (IAA)
- British Indian Orthopaedic Society (BIOS)
- Bombay Orthopaedic Society (BOS)
Research Papers & Publications (5)
Computer-Navigated and Robotic-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty: Outcomes and Patient Satisfaction
Indian Journal of Orthopaedics —
Minimally Invasive Muscle-Sparing Approaches in Total Hip Replacement: A Clinical Review
Journal of Arthroplasty —
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Protocol in Joint Replacement: Pain Management and Early Mobilization
Indian Heart Journal —
Arthroscopic Management of Complex Rotator Cuff Tears in Athletic Populations
Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Review —
ACL Reconstruction Techniques and Long-Term Functional Outcomes in Indian Population
Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research —
Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
International patients can schedule a consultation through Gaf Healthcare's dedicated patient support team. We offer video consultations, document review, and virtual pre-operative assessments. Patients can contact us via WhatsApp, email, or phone to discuss their condition with Dr. Bhalerao, receive personalized surgical recommendations, and arrange their medical tourism itinerary to Mumbai. Our multilingual coordinators ensure seamless communication and support throughout the process.
