Dr. Praveen Kumar Rao

Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon — Yashoda Hospitals

Dr. Praveen Kumar Rao is a Senior Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon with 26+ years of experience in hip, knee, and shoulder replacement at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad.

About Dr. Praveen Kumar Rao

Dr. Praveen Kumar Rao is a Senior Consultant Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon at Yashoda Hospitals in Secunderabad, Hyderabad, with over 26 years of distinguished clinical practice. He holds a Master of Surgery in Orthopedics (MS Ortho) and has completed specialized fellowships in Joint Replacement Surgery and Trauma Surgery, establishing him as a trusted authority in complex musculoskeletal conditions. His international credentials include a Clinical Fellowship from the National University of Singapore and a prestigious DePuy and J&J Fellowship in Total Joint Arthroplasty, reflecting his commitment to global surgical standards.

Dr. Rao's clinical expertise encompasses the full spectrum of joint replacement procedures—primary and revision hip, knee, elbow, and shoulder replacements—along with complex pelvic acetabular reconstruction, ACL reconstruction, and rotator cuff repair. He is equally proficient in trauma surgery, managing fracture fixation and non-union fracture repair with meticulous surgical technique. His high patient satisfaction rating of 4.8 out of 5 from over 298 reviews demonstrates his consistent delivery of excellent clinical outcomes and patient care.

International patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and across South Asia choose Dr. Rao for his personalized approach and proven track record with complex revision cases. He communicates fluently in English, Hindi, and Telugu, ensuring clear dialogue with diverse patient populations. His patient-centered practice emphasizes detailed pre-operative planning, minimally invasive techniques where appropriate, and comprehensive post-operative rehabilitation.

Yashoda Hospitals is a leading multi-specialty center in Hyderabad, accredited and equipped with state-of-the-art orthopedic operating theaters, advanced imaging (CT, MRI), and dedicated joint replacement units. The hospital provides comprehensive pre-operative assessment, world-standard anesthesia services, and excellent inpatient rehabilitation facilities. International patients benefit from a dedicated medical tourism desk, visa assistance, and family accommodation coordination. For medical travelers from abroad, Yashoda offers transparent pricing, detailed treatment plans, and seamless follow-up through telemedicine consultations.