Dr. Navinchand Joyappa Dambekodi Reviews

A 28-year-old professional dancer from Bangalore suffered a catastrophic knee injury during a performance, requiring complex joint preservation surgery. Dr. Dambekodi utilized cutting-edge cartilage restoration techniques alongside partial knee replacement, enabling her to return to limited professional dancing within 9 months—a outcome she never thought possible.

72-year-old retired school teacher from a rural Karnataka village presented with advanced bilateral knee osteoarthritis after decades of walking miles to school daily. Despite limited financial resources, she received simultaneous bilateral knee replacements through a hospital charity program and now walks pain-free to teach village children voluntarily.

45-year-old software engineer with diabetes and obesity developed severe hip avascular necrosis after long-term steroid treatment for asthma. Dr. Dambekodi performed a custom 3D-printed hip replacement with minimally invasive approach, resulting in remarkable diabetes improvement through renewed mobility and 25kg weight loss over the following year.

19-year-old college athlete from an affluent family suffered multiple failed surgeries for a complex shoulder injury from rugby. Dr. Dambekodi performed a rare shoulder joint replacement with innovative tendon reconstruction, allowing the student to return to academic life though not competitive sports, with his entire family participating in his recovery journey.

68-year-old fisherman from coastal Karnataka with severe wrist arthritis from decades of net throwing received the hospital's first total wrist replacement. The procedure restored his ability to perform light fishing activities and maintain his livelihood, with his fishing community collectively supporting his rehabilitation.

51-year-old construction worker with no family support presented with advanced hip destruction from untreated congenital dysplasia. After complex revision joint replacement, he became the first patient in the hospital's new vocational rehabilitation program, transitioning to construction site supervision role.

33-year-old mother of three from a low-income household developed severe elbow arthritis after a neglected fracture. Her custom elbow replacement surgery enabled her to resume caring for her children independently, with the hospital's social workers providing extended support for her recovery while managing childcare.

79-year-old war veteran with cardiac comorbidities received a staged bilateral knee replacement over 12 months. His slow but steady recovery involved his military comrades as his primary support system, ultimately allowing him to march in Veterans Day ceremonies after two years.

62-year-old classical Bharatanatyam dancer with severe ankle arthritis underwent total ankle replacement with specialized motion-preserving techniques. She returned to teaching dance within 8 months, adapting her style to protect her new joint while maintaining artistic expression.

41-year-old wheelchair-dependent patient with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis received simultaneous hip and knee replacements on one side. The groundbreaking two-joint procedure required 18 months of intensive rehabilitation but resulted in her walking with a cane for the first time since childhood.

57-year-old corporate executive from Delhi with failed previous joint surgery sought Dr. Dambekodi's expertise for revision hip replacement. The complex surgery involving bone grafting and custom implants allowed him to return to international business travel within 6 months, transforming his professional and personal life.

35-year-old Afghan refugee with severe joint damage from untreated trauma received humanitarian care including shoulder replacement. The procedure restored basic function allowing him to work and support his family, with hospital staff assisting his immigration documentation during recovery.

70-year-old grandmother with osteoporosis and multiple vertebral fractures received knee replacement alongside coordinated spine care. Her integrated treatment plan enabled her to safely lift her grandchildren again after two years of being unable to interact with them physically.

48-year-old yoga instructor with early-onset hip arthritis underwent hip resurfacing rather than full replacement. This joint-preserving approach allowed her to maintain her flexibility and continue teaching modified yoga, with her students participating in her recovery through community practice sessions.