Academic Qualifications Dr. Harshavardhan Hegde completed his: MBBS – 1983 MS (Orthopaedics) – 1987, Baroda Medical College Following his postgraduate training, he pursued additional specialist training and fellowships in orthopaedic and spinal surgery
Senior Director – Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement | Spine Surgery Specialist · 40+ Years Experience
Dr. Harshavardhan Hegde is a senior orthopaedic and spine surgeon with more than four decades of clinical experience, currently practising at Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi. His principal areas of expertise include complex spine surgery, robotic spinal procedures, spinal deformity correction, joint replacement and complex orthopaedic trauma.
With extensive clinical exposure in India and overseas, Dr. Hegde has received advanced training at recognised institutions in the United Kingdom, Germany, the United States, Australia, Brussels and Budapest. His international experience has also included treating patients across the Middle East, Iraq and Africa, giving him substantial experience with international patients seeking specialised orthopaedic and spine care in India.
Dr. Hegde's clinical practice focuses particularly on spine surgery, orthopaedics and joint replacement.
His areas of specialist interest include:
Dr. Hegde has extensive experience in the management of complex orthopaedic trauma, including pelvic injuries, complex joint fractures and fractures associated with extensive soft-tissue injuries. He is also listed as ATLS-certified faculty.
His areas of interest in knee arthroplasty include:
His hip replacement expertise includes:
Dr. Hegde has held senior clinical and academic positions during his career. In India, he has worked as a professor and head of orthopaedics, as well as heading orthopaedic units at hospitals in Gujarat before moving to New Delhi.
He joined the Max Healthcare system in Delhi in 2005 and has subsequently worked with several leading hospitals in the Delhi-NCR region.
His international clinical experience includes work in the Middle East, Iraq and Africa, and he has had a long-standing professional association with the Sultanate of Oman as a Senior Consultant in Spine and Orthopaedics.
Dr. Hegde has particular experience in robot-assisted spinal surgery. His official profile states that he was among the early surgeons in India to perform robotic spinal surgery, beginning in 2013.
Robotic technology can be used as an aid in selected spinal procedures, particularly for planning and accurate placement of spinal instrumentation. Whether robotic surgery is appropriate depends on the patient's diagnosis, imaging, anatomy and overall treatment plan.
Dr. Hegde has treated patients from the Middle East, Iraq and Africa and has worked internationally as a spine and orthopaedic consultant. This experience can be particularly relevant for international patients travelling to India for complex spine surgery, orthopaedic trauma or joint replacement.
For international patients, an initial medical assessment can often be supported by sharing relevant MRI or CT scans, X-rays, previous medical records, laboratory reports and treatment history before travelling to India.
AethelCare can assist international patients with coordinating medical consultations, hospital appointments and the overall treatment journey in India.
Dr. Harshavardhan Hegde is listed as being associated with professional medical organisations and councils including:
Depending on the individual diagnosis and clinical assessment, Dr. Hegde's areas of expertise cover conditions and procedures involving:
Spine
Joint Replacement
Trauma
The appropriate treatment depends on the patient's clinical examination, imaging and overall medical condition.
Dr. Hegde's profile combines several areas that can be important for patients seeking complex orthopaedic treatment:
Patients travelling from Africa, the Middle East and other countries can submit their previous medical records and imaging for an initial review. A specialist consultation can then help determine whether further investigations, conservative treatment, minimally invasive treatment or surgery may be appropriate.
AethelCare helps international patients connect with experienced specialists in India and coordinate their medical journey from consultation through treatment and follow-up.
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Next-generation robotic joint replacements, sports injury arthroscopy, complex trauma reconstruction, and specialized pediatric orthopedic therapies.
Top Medical University, India
National Post-Graduate Institute, India
Renowned Clinical Institution
Max Smart Hospital (Max Saket)
Awarded for outstanding clinical contribution and patient care.
Conferred for breakthrough treatment successes in the specialty.
Honored for exceptional medical dedication and service to the community.
"Dr. Dr. Harshavardhan Hegde is truly an amazing doctor. Very caring and highly professional treatment. Thank you!"
Verified Patient"Extremely satisfied with the doctor and the entire hospital support. Highly recommended!"
Verified PatientInternational patients can book easily by sending their medical reports through AethelCare. Our team will review your case with the doctor and arrange a consultation within 24 hours.
Yes, Dr. Dr. Harshavardhan Hegde offers online video consultations. You can upload your medical reports to receive a detailed treatment plan prior to travel.