Knee Surgeon

A knee surgeon is a specialized orthopedic surgeon trained to diagnose, treat, and surgically repair conditions affecting the knee joint.

Conditions Treated

Sports Injuries

🔹 ACL/PCL tears
🔹 Meniscus tears
🔹 Patellar (kneecap) instability

Degenerative Conditions

🔹 Osteoarthritis
🔹 Rheumatoid arthritis
🔹 Post-traumatic arthritis

Complex Cases

🔹 Multi-ligament knee injuries
🔹 Failed previous knee replacements
🔹 Knee deformities

Surgical Expertise

Minimally Invasive Procedures

▸ Knee arthroscopy
▸ Cartilage restoration
▸ Partial meniscectomy/repair

Joint Preservation

▸ Osteotomy (realignment surgery)
▸ Cartilage transplantation

Advanced Reconstructive Surgery

▸ Total/partial knee replacement
▸ Revision knee replacement
▸ Ligament reconstruction

Knee Surgery Fellowship Training

During 1-2 years of subspecialty training, fellows:
✅ Master complex ligament reconstructions
✅ Learn computer-assisted navigation techniques
✅ Train in robotic knee replacement
✅ Develop sports medicine rehabilitation protocols

Why Choose a Knee Specialist?

Higher surgical precision than general orthopedists
Familiarity with latest technologies (robotics, custom implants)
Better outcomes for complex cases
Specialized rehab protocols

When to See a Knee Surgeon?

⚠ Persistent knee pain unresponsive to treatment
⚠ Instability or “giving way” sensations
⚠ Significant mobility limitations
⚠ Advanced arthritis affecting daily life

Knee surgeons combine advanced surgical skills with joint-specific expertise to restore function and relieve pain. Their fellowship training ensures optimal outcomes for both athletes and arthritis patients.