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About Dr. Karthik Gudaru


Dr. Karthik Gudaru is one of Hyderabad’s leading orthopaedic surgeons with an outstanding reputation for precision, innovation, and excellence in joint replacement and orthopedic care. Widely recognized as the best knee replacement specialist in Hyderabad, he brings a deep commitment to patient-centered care and cutting-edge surgical techniques.

Dr. Karthik Gudaru has successfully performed a wide range of advanced orthopedic surgeries, including Total Knee Replacements, Hip and Shoulder Replacements, Elbow Joint Surgeries, and complex pediatric orthopedic procedures. He has a special expertise in robotic and computer-assisted surgeries, sports injury management, and regenerative orthopedics. His key areas of specialization include Robotic Knee Replacement, Shoulder Arthroscopy, Revision Hip Surgery, Spine Surgery, PRP & Stem Cell Therapy, and pediatric conditions like cerebral palsy, congenital deformities, and polio sequelae.

Dr. Karthik Gudaru is also a Consultant Orthopedic and Assistant Professor of Orthopedics at BIRRD Hospital, Tirupati – one of India’s leading institutes for trauma and orthopedic care. He has also mentored MBBS, DNB Orthopedics, and Physiotherapy students at premier medical colleges under SVIMS Deemed University. Dr. Gudaru has undergone advanced international training in the USA, Germany, and South Korea in robotic joint replacement and spinal surgery. Currently, he is a Senior Orthopedic and Robotic Joint Replacement Surgeon at one of Hyderabad’s top orthopedic hospitals.


  • Specialities:Joint, Knee, Hip, Shoulder and Elbow Replacement Surgeries
  • Papers:Rare Case of Total Hip Arthroplasty in a Lower Extremity Amputee Presented at Madras Orthopaedic Society, Chennai – October 2014 , Postoperative Heterotrophic Ossification Following Total Knee Replacement Presented at OSSAP Conference 2014, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh

Professional Skills

Dr. Karthik Gudaru specializes in Knee, Shoulder, Hip, and Elbow Joint Replacements, with a special focus on Computer-Assisted and Robotic Knee Replacement, Navigation-based surgeries, and Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Procedures.

Dr. Karthik Gudaru is also regarded as the best child orthopedic surgeon in Hyderabad, with vast experience in Pediatric Orthopedics, treating conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Congenital Anomalies, Polio Myelitis, and Metabolic Bone Diseases. His compassionate and meticulous approach in pediatric cases has earned him the trust of numerous families.

Total Cases
12000
Success case
100%
Satisfaction Patient
100%

Education and Training

When it comes to advanced orthopedic care and joint replacement surgery in India, Dr. Karthik Gudaru stands out as one of the most trusted and skilled specialists in the field. With vast experience spanning adult and pediatric orthopedics, his clinical excellence, academic credentials, and commitment to innovation make him a true leader in his domain. What further distinguishes him is his rare expertise as a Child Orthopedic Surgeon—a specialty not commonly available across India—earning him recognition as one of the best pediatric orthopedic surgeons in Hyderabad and beyond.

  • • M.B.B.S. — Year: 2012, Institution: Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, Location: Udupi District, Karnataka, University: Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka.
  • • M.S. (Orthopaedics) - Year: 2016, Institution: Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute, Location: Porur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, University: Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai
  • • Spinal Surgery Observer Training, Institution: Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea, Date: December 2015
  • • Knee & Hip Arthroplasty Fellowship, Institution: Dartmouth Hospital, New Hampshire, USA, Year: 2018
  • • Robotic and Computer-Assisted Navigation Joint Replacement Fellowship, Institution: Asklepios Hospital, Germany, Year: 2018
  • • AO Trauma and Emergency Orthopedic Care Fellowship, Institution: Guro National Hospital, Seoul, South Korea, Duration: October 2019 to January 2020

Specialities

Key Highlights that Set Dr. Karthik Gudaru Apart and Makes Him the Best Orthopedic Surgeon for Knee, Hip, and Shoulder Replacement in Hyderabad

  • • Rare Dual Expertise in both adult and pediatric orthopedics — making him one of the few orthopedic surgeons in India with advanced capabilities in treating children with conditions like cerebral palsy, congenital anomalies, polio myelitis, and metabolic bone diseases.
  • • Pioneer in Joint Replacement Surgery with specialization in Total Knee, Shoulder, Hip, and Elbow Joint Replacements, including complex revision surgeries.
  • • Cutting-Edge Surgical Techniques, including Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement, Computer-Assisted Navigation, and Minimally Invasive Approaches for faster recovery and reduced complications.
  • • Former Assistant Professor at BIRRD, Tirupati – a prestigious institution for trauma and orthopedic care – where he trained and mentored upcoming surgeons.
  • • Advanced Sports Injury Management using non-surgical and surgical approaches for conditions like ligament tears, rotator cuff injuries, shin splints, and stress fractures.
  • • Biological & Regenerative Treatments such as Stem Cell Therapy, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), and Hyaluronic Acid Injections, offering non-invasive recovery options for joint conditions.
  • • Spine and Elbow Surgery Expertise, further enhancing his profile as a comprehensive musculoskeletal surgeon.
  • • Leading Robotics Surgeon for Knee, Shoulder, Hip, and Elbow Joint Replacements, utilizing robotic-assisted techniques to enhance surgical precision, implant positioning, and recovery outcomes—placing him at the forefront of orthopedic innovation in Hyderabad and Telangana.

Dr Karthik Gudaru's Experiences

  • • Senior Consultant, Department of Orthopaedics, Greenmed Hospitals, Srinagar Colony, Hyderabad.
  • • Senior Consultant, Department of Orthopaedics, Image Orthopaedic Centre, Image Hospitals, Ameerpet & Madhapur, Hyderabad.
  • • Senior Consultant, Department of Orthopaedics, MAA Orthopaedic Centre, MAA Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad.
  • • Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopedics, Balaji Institute of Surgery Research and Rehabilitation for the Disabled (BIRRD), Tirupati, India.
  • Consultant, Specialisty Orthopaedics and Joint Replacement at Gleneagles Hospitals