MS (Ortho), DNB, Fellowship in Arthroplasty (IOR, Italy)
Robotic Joint Replacement & Sports Knee Surgeon | Educator | Innovator
Dr. Sharath K.R. is one of Bangalore’s most respected and accomplished orthopaedic surgeons, with over 12 years of experience in joint replacement, robotic-assisted surgery, and advanced sports knee procedures. His clinical excellence, academic achievements, and international training make him a leading authority in hip and knee arthroplasty in India.
After earning his MBBS from the Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli (2003), Dr. Sharath pursued his MS in Orthopaedics at Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Raipur, where he gained hands-on experience in managing complex trauma cases, including gunshot wounds and open fractures. He was awarded the Best Outgoing Student and went on to earn his DNB from the National Board of Examinations.
Dr. Sharath K.R. believes in combining technical innovation with compassionate care, empowering patients to regain mobility, strength, and independence. His mission is to lead the next generation of orthopaedic care through robotic precision, global standards, and world-class training.
International Expertise and Advanced Training
Dr. Sharath’s commitment to excellence has led him to train at globally renowned institutions:
Fellowship in Arthroplasty – Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, Italy
Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery – University Hospital Innsbruck, Austria
Computer-Navigated Knee Surgery – Prince Charles & Holy Spirit Hospitals, Brisbane
Knee Arthroscopy Fellowship – Baby Memorial Hospital, Calicut
Advanced Arthroplasty Training – Apollo Hospitals, Chennai
Pioneering Robotic Joint Replacement in Bangalore
Dr. Sharath is a certified robotic surgeon for both:
Navio/Cori Robotic System (Smith & Nephew)
Mako Robotic Platform (Stryker)
He performs robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements at Apollo Hospital, Jayanagar, providing patients with superior precision, faster recovery, and better long-term outcomes.
Teaching, Fellowship, and Mentorship
A passionate teacher and academician, Dr. Sharath has:
Conducted 11 national cadaver-based arthroplasty courses
Trained over 250+ orthopaedic surgeons in hip and knee replacements
Published 17+ scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals
Regularly invited as faculty and guest speaker at national and international conferences
He also runs a prestigious six-month arthroplasty fellowship under the aegis of Ramaiah–J&J Arthroplasty Fellowship, offering hands-on training in:
Robotic Knee Replacement (Total & Partial)
Advanced Sports Knee Surgery (ACL/PCL/Meniscus)
Hip Arthroplasty (THR, Revision THR, Pelvic surgeries)
Knee Preservation Techniques (HTO, DFO, Meniscal Root Repairs)
Fellowship Details:
Duration: 6 Months (April–Sept & Oct–March)
Stipend: ₹60,000/month
Apply: drsharathkr@gmail.com
Selection based on merit, seniority, and academic performance.