Robotic Knee Surgeon in India

Find the robotic knee surgeon in India offering advanced precision, faster recovery, and world-class patient care with proven results.

by Dr. Vijay Kumar Sohanlal
Updated: 05 September, 2026
Surgeons

Medically reviewed by: Dr. Vijay Kumar Sohanlal, MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon, Founder and Owner, MAHI Multispecialty Hospital, Kilpauk, Chennai

Last medically reviewed: September 2026

If you are searching for robotic knee surgeon in India, chances are you already know which procedure you actually need. Robotic surgery today covers a wide range of fields, cardiac, urological, gynaecological, oncological and orthopaedic among them, and each of those uses different systems, different surgeons, and different hospital departments entirely. A cardiac robotic surgeon and an orthopaedic robotic surgeon are not interchangeable, no matter how similar the word “robotic” makes the two sounds.

This page focuses specifically on robotic surgery for knee and hip joint replacement, which is Dr. Vijay Kumar Sohanlal’s actual area of practice. If you are looking for robotic surgery for a different condition, urology, cardiac care, or general surgery, you will get better guidance from a specialist or hospital department in that specific field.

What Robotic Orthopaedic Surgery Actually is

Robotic assisted joint replacement uses a robotic arm to help the surgeon carry out a pre planned surgical procedure with more consistency than manual instruments allow. The surgeon still makes every decision and performs the operation. The robotic system does not operate independently, it acts as a highly precise guide within boundaries the surgeon has set.

Before surgery, imaging is used to build a three dimensional model of the patient’s own knee or hip. This model is used to plan implant size, position and alignment specific to that patient’s anatomy, rather than relying on a generic template. During surgery, the robotic arm helps carry out that plan, while the surgeon checks and adjusts alignment in real time.

Where Robotic Technology Genuinely Helps in Joint Replacement

More precise implant alignment, based on the patient’s actual anatomy rather than an average template
Better preservation of healthy bone and surrounding tissue during the procedure
More consistent soft tissue balance, which supports how the joint feels and functions afterward
Potentially reduced blood loss during surgery compared to some manual techniques
Often a smoother early recovery, though this depends heavily on the individual case and the patient’s own rehabilitation

Robotic assistance is not automatically the better choice for every knee or hip. A straightforward joint with normal alignment can do very well with a skilled surgeon using conventional technique. Robotic precision tends to matter most in complex deformities, prior injuries, or unusual anatomy, where manual judgement alone has less margin for error.

Choosing a Robotic Orthopaedic Surgeon in India

Since “robotic surgery doctor” covers such different fields, narrowing your search matters more than the word robotic itself. A few things worth checking regardless of which surgeon you are considering:

Actual case volume in the specific procedure you need. A surgeon who performs robotic knee replacement regularly will have a different level of comfort with the system than one who uses it occasionally. Ask directly how many robotic cases they have completed.

Qualifications specific to joint replacement, not just general surgical training. Fellowship training in joint replacement or arthroplasty, ideally with exposure to robotic or navigation guided systems, is a meaningful marker.

Willingness to say when robotic assistance is not needed. A surgeon who recommends robotic assistance for every single case, regardless of how straightforward the joint is, is worth a second opinion. The honest answer is that not every knee needs it.

Independently verifiable reviews. Check ratings on Google, Practo, or Justdial rather than relying only on testimonials published on the practice’s own website.

Robotic Knee Surgeon in India, Dr. Vijay Kumar Sohanlal

Dr. Vijay Kumar Sohanlal has practised orthopaedics for over 18+ years, with a focus on hip and knee joint replacement, including robotic assisted and minimally invasive techniques. He holds an MBBS from Mysore University and an MS in Orthopaedics from Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai, followed by fellowship training in joint replacement surgery at Breach Candy and Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai, advanced joint arthroplasty training at St. Josef Bruderkrankenhaus Hospital in Germany, and further fellowship training in joint replacement and arthroscopy at Sportsmed Hospital in Australia.

He founded and currently leads MAHI Multispecialty Hospital in Kilpauk, Chennai, and also practises as Senior Joint Replacement Surgeon at MGM Healthcare in Aminjikarai.

Qualifications and fellowship training

Qualification	Institution
MBBS	Mysore University
MS Orthopaedics	Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai
Fellowship in Joint Replacement Surgery	Breach Candy and Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai
Advanced Joint Arthroplasty Fellowship	St. Josef Bruderkrankenhaus Hospital, Germany
Fellowship in Joint Replacement and Arthroscopy	Sportsmed Hospital, Australia

Experience: Over 18+ years in orthopaedic and joint replacement surgery, with thousands of knee and hip procedures performed, including robotic assisted and complex revision cases.

What to Expect From Consultation Through Recovery

Initial consultation. A detailed review of symptoms, imaging such as X-rays or MRI, and a plain language discussion of whether robotic assisted surgery genuinely suits your case, rather than assuming it is the default recommendation.

Surgical planning. For robotic assisted cases, a CT scan is used to build a three dimensional model of the joint, guiding implant size and position before the operation begins.

Surgery. The procedure typically takes between one and a half to three hours depending on complexity, with the surgeon guiding the robotic arm throughout.

Recovery. Most patients begin walking with support within a day or two, return to daily activities within roughly four to eight weeks, and continue improving in strength over the following months. Consistency with physiotherapy in the first six weeks is one of the biggest factors in how smoothly this timeline actually goes.

Cost of Robotic Joint Replacement in India

Cost varies significantly depending on the city, hospital infrastructure, implant brand, and complexity of the case. As a general guide, robotic surgery doctor in India commonly falls somewhere between two and five lakh rupees per joint, though this range shifts based on individual circumstances. A clear cost breakdown should be provided during your consultation once imaging and evaluation are complete, and it is worth getting that in writing before committing to a date.

Conclusion

If a knee or hip has been limiting how you move through your day, and you are specifically looking into robotic assisted joint replacement, the questions worth asking are less about the word robotic and more about the surgeon’s actual experience with your specific procedure, and whether they are honest about when robotic assistance is genuinely useful for your case and when it is not. Dr. Vijay Kumar Sohanlal offers detailed consultations covering exactly this at MAHI Multispecialty Hospital, Kilpauk, Chennai, and at MGM Healthcare, Aminjikarai.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. His practice is specifically robotic assisted and conventional knee and hip joint replacement. For robotic surgery in other fields such as cardiac, urological, or gynaecological procedures, a specialist in that specific field would be the right person to consult.

For knees or hips with significant deformity or unusual anatomy, robotic assistance offers a genuine precision advantage. For a straightforward, well aligned joint, a well performed conventional replacement can deliver comparable results at a lower cost. The right choice depends on your specific case.

Costs commonly range from around two to five lakh rupees per joint, depending on the city, hospital, and implant used. Get a specific estimate during your consultation rather than relying on a general online figure.

The procedure itself typically takes between one and a half to three hours, depending on complexity. Total time including anaesthesia and preparation is usually longer.

Most patients take assisted first steps within a day or two of surgery, move to a walking stick within two to three weeks, and walk independently within four to six weeks, depending on how consistently physiotherapy is followed.

No. Many straightforward cases do very well with conventional technique. Robotic assistance tends to matter most for complex deformities or unusual anatomy. A trustworthy surgeon will tell you honestly which category your case falls into.

Start by confirming the surgeon’s specialty matches your actual condition, since robotic surgery spans very different fields with different surgeons for each. For knee or hip issues specifically, look at their case volume in joint replacement, their fellowship training, and whether they give a straight answer about whether robotic assistance genuinely suits your case rather than recommending it by default.