Urvi Raj

I walked into Opera Bone and Joint Clinic in Malleswaram as a medical journalist — notebook in hand, prepared to observe, question, and understand. My objective was clear: meet  Dr. Ponnanna K.M , widely regarded by many patients and peers as the  Best orthopedic doctor in Malleswaram , and gain insight into his clinical approach, surgical expertise, and the modern orthopedic setup he leads. This article is an unbiased account of that visit, based on direct interaction and observation. Dr. Ponnanna K.M — Qualifications & Clinical Background Dr. Ponnanna K.M  is a highly qualified and internationally trained orthopedic surgeon. He completed his  Master of Surgery (MS) in Orthopaedics  from SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital under the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in 2015, followed by a  DNB in Orthopaedics  the same year. The foundation of his training, rooted in some of India’s leading orthopedic institutes, reflects a strong...

I walked into the state-of-the-art operative wing of Opera Bone and Joint Clinic as a medical journalist — pen in hand, questions ready. I was there to meet  Dr. Ponnanna K.M  and explore first-hand how his team performs  Robotic knee replacement surgery in Banglore , and what patients can expect in terms of care, cost, benefits and risks. Who is Dr. Ponnanna K.M — Credentials & Clinical Background Dr. Ponnanna K.M  is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon based in Bangalore. He completed his Master of Surgery in Orthopaedics at SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital in 2015, under the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, followed by a DNB in Orthopaedics in the same year. Seeking further specialization, he undertook a fellowship in Adult Reconstruction Surgery — focusing on hip, shoulder and knee — under the guidance of reputed joint replacement specialist Dr. Sachin Tapasvi in Pune. His training did not stop there.  Dr. Ponnanna K.M  wa...