Dr. Paripati Sharat Kumar

About The Expert

Dr. Paripati Sharat Kumar is a distinguished Orthopaedic surgeon and pioneer in his field, boasting an illustrious career spanning 31 years. Renowned for his expertise, Dr. Kumar practices at Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills in Hyderabad. His extensive qualifications include MBBS, MS (Ortho), MCh (Ortho), Dip SEM GB&I, MFSEM, and FFSEM. Dr. Kumar holds the prestigious distinction of being the first orthopaedic surgeon from India to attain Fellowship of the Faculty of Sports & Exercise Medicine, Ireland [FFSEM]. He has garnered international acclaim for his groundbreaking contributions, setting several milestones in orthopaedic surgery. Throughout his career, Dr. Kumar has achieved numerous firsts, including pioneering arthroscopy of the knee, shoulder, ankle, elbow, and hip joints at Apollo Hospitals across India. He holds the distinction of being the first orthopaedic surgeon from South India to perform daycare minimally invasive total hip replacement, further solidifying his reputation as an innovator in the field. His remarkable achievements extend to serving as the liaison doctor for the Mumbai Indians IPL team, where he provided expert care to renowned athletes such as Sachin Tendulkar and Andrew Symonds at Apollo Hospital, Secunderabad. Dr. Kumar has also served as a consultant for the Rugby Football League, UK, and as a sports doctor during the Manchester Commonwealth Games. Dr. Kumar's contributions have been recognized globally, earning him a place in Forbes India ? Leaders in Healthcare 2021 and 'India's Top Orthopaedicians, Coffee Table Book, 2018'. He received a Certificate of Appreciation from Prince Edward HRH-The Earl of Wessex, President, Commonwealth Games Federation, for his outstanding contribution during the Manchester Commonwealth Games. Among his notable accolades, Dr. Kumar has been honored with the Apollo Academic Achievements Award 2014 and the International Healthcare Award 2016 from Virender Sehwag in New Delhi. He is a member of esteemed professional organizations such as the Telangana Orthopedic Surgeons Association and the International Cartilage Regenerative and Joint Preservation Society. Dr. Kumar's research and publications have made significant contributions to the field of orthopaedics, covering diverse topics such as elbow pain in badminton, painful leg conditions in runners, and tennis elbow management. His dissertation on un-instrumental spinal fusion, conducted at Aberdeen University, Scotland, reflects his commitment to advancing orthopaedic knowledge. Dr. Paripati Sharat Kumar's unparalleled expertise, pioneering spirit, and dedication to patient care have cemented his status as a leader in orthopaedic surgery. He continues to redefine standards of excellence, providing comprehensive orthopaedic care and transforming lives through his innovative treatments.If you're in need of a Orthopaedic surgeon in your area, Dr. Paripati Sharat Kumar could be an excellent choice for personalized and top-notch medical attention.