Dr. Vasudev Prabhu
Verified Specialist

Dr. Vasudev Prabhu

Consultant — Orthopedics

Orthopedic Surgeon

Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India 20+ Years Experience
4.8

225 verified reviews

225

Recent Consultations

About Dr. Vasudev Prabhu

Dr. Vasudev Prabhu is a Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon with over 20 years of dedicated clinical experience in the diagnosis and surgical management of complex musculoskeletal disorders. He holds an MBBS degree, MS in Orthopedics, and DNB (Ortho) qualification, establishing a strong foundation in both medical training and surgical excellence. His career is marked by a consistent focus on delivering evidence-based orthopedic care across all age groups and complexity levels.

Dr. Prabhu specializes in joint replacement surgery, including primary and revision procedures for the hip and knee, as well as advanced arthroscopic techniques for shoulder and knee conditions. He has substantial expertise in managing sports-related injuries, rotator cuff pathology, ACL reconstruction, and shoulder trauma. His clinical approach combines minimally invasive surgical methods with comprehensive rehabilitation protocols, ensuring optimal functional recovery. He is recognized for handling serious and complex orthopedic cases with meticulous surgical planning and attention to anatomical restoration.

Dr. Prabhu regularly treats international patients from the Gulf countries, Africa, and South Asia who seek specialized orthopedic care. He is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, facilitating clear communication with patients from diverse backgrounds. His patient-centered approach emphasizes compassionate care, detailed preoperative counseling, and structured postoperative follow-up, which has earned him strong patient satisfaction and trust across international cohorts.

He practices at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru—a tertiary care facility with state-of-the-art orthopedic surgical suites, advanced imaging, physiotherapy departments, and dedicated international patient services. Apollo Hospitals maintains NABH accreditation and offers integrated care pathways for complex joint and trauma cases. International patients benefit from coordinated travel planning, multilingual support, and seamless hospital navigation through Gaf Healthcare's partnership channels.

For international patients considering orthopedic treatment in Bengaluru, Dr. Prabhu's combination of extensive surgical experience, modern techniques, and patient-focused care makes Apollo Hospitals an excellent destination for joint replacement, revision surgery, and sports medicine interventions.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Vasudev Prabhu

  • Total Hip Replacement
  • Total Knee Replacement
  • Revision Hip Replacement
  • Revision Knee Replacement
  • Rotator Cuff Tears
  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Meniscus Tears
  • ACL Injuries
  • Shoulder Dislocations
  • Sports Injuries
  • Knee Arthritis
  • Hip Arthritis

Areas of Interest

  • Total Hip Replacement
  • Total Knee Replacement
  • Revision Hip Replacement
  • Revision Knee Replacement
  • Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
  • Frozen Shoulder Treatment
  • Meniscus Repair Surgery
  • Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
  • ACL Reconstruction
  • Shoulder Trauma
  • Sports-Related Injuries

Qualifications

  • MBBS
  • MS (Ortho)
  • DNB (Ortho)

Work Experience

  • Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru — Present
  • Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Seshadripuram, Bengaluru
  • Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, Malhar Hospital, Bengaluru
  • Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, Rishikesh Hospital, Bengaluru

Certifications (3)

  • MBBS — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

  • MS (Ortho) — Master of Surgery in Orthopedics

  • DNB (Ortho) — Diplomate of National Board in Orthopedics

Memberships (0)

    Research Papers & Publications (4)

    Outcomes of Primary Total Hip Replacement in Young Adults: A Five-Year Follow-up Study

    Indian Journal of Orthopedics

    Arthroscopic Management of Rotator Cuff Pathology: Technique and Clinical Results

    Journal of Orthopedic Surgery and Research

    Revision Total Knee Replacement: Challenges and Strategies

    Orthopedic Surgery Reviews

    ACL Reconstruction in Athletes: Functional Outcomes and Return to Sport

    Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Review

    Procedures

    Total Hip Replacement Total Knee Replacement Revision Hip ReplacementRevision Knee ReplacementArthroscopic Rotator Cuff RepairACL Reconstruction Arthroscopic Meniscus RepairShoulder Arthroscopy Frozen Shoulder ReleaseArthroscopic Knee Surgery

    Frequently Asked Questions

    International patients can schedule a consultation with Dr. Prabhu through Gaf Healthcare's dedicated booking system. We offer video consultations for initial assessment, document review, and treatment planning. Patients can reach out via WhatsApp, email, or our online portal with medical reports and imaging studies. Gaf Healthcare's international patient team will coordinate all logistics, including visa guidance and hospital arrangements.