Dr. Kankanala Gowtham Chowdary Kankanala
Director (Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery)
Orthopedics
About
Qualifications:
MBBS, MS (Ortho), MCh Ortho (UK), MRCS (Ed), MRCS (Glasgow), FEBOT
Professional Synopsis:
Dr. Gowtham Chowdary Kankanala is a globally trained Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon with over 20 years of experience across India, the UK, Russia, and Bangladesh. His surgical practice is defined by precision, innovation, and a rare ability to manage the entire spectrum of orthopaedic care — from paediatric orthopaedics to complex adult reconstructions.
At AIG Hospitals, Banjara Hills, he brings together advanced robotic-assisted techniques, minimally invasive surgeries, orthobiologics, and high-end trauma reconstructions. He is among the very few surgeons in India who can confidently take on pelvi-acetabular trauma, revision joint replacements, and complex fixations that most surgeons defer.
Beyond surgical mastery, Dr. Gowtham Chowdary is known for his do-it-all approach without compromise — whether it’s offering a child corrective orthopaedic care, an elderly patient a safe joint replacement, or an athlete cartilage-preserving treatments. His work balances cutting-edge science with patient-first compassion.
Areas Of Interest/ Expertise:
Joint Replacement Surgery
Robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements
Oxford partial and patient-specific 3D knee replacements
Ceramic, cemented, hybrid, and uncemented hip replacements
Shoulder and elbow replacements
Complex revision hip and knee surgeries for failed or infected joints
Minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
Trauma & Complex Reconstructions
Specialist in pelvi-acetabular trauma
Advanced fixation of complex and neglected fracturesw
Post-traumatic deformity corrections and limb salvage procedures
Leadership in managing polytrauma patients
Sports Injury & Arthroscopy
Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery (knee and shoulder)
ACL, PCL, and multi-ligament reconstructions
Meniscal repair and cartilage preservation
Rotator cuff repair and shoulder instability procedures
Cartilage Regeneration & Orthobiologics
Microfracture, ACI, and MACI cartilage restoration
Stem cell and PRP therapies for early arthritis
Non-invasive and biological therapies for younger patients
Paediatric Orthopaedics
Corrective procedures for congenital and developmental bone conditions
Trauma management in children and adolescents
Growth-related deformity correction and joint preservation
Non-Surgical & Pain Management
Precision spinal epidural injections for chronic back pain
Regenerative therapies as alternatives to surgery
Focus on conservative, non-invasive treatments wherever possible
Academic & Professional Contributions
Global training and fellowships in the UK, Russia, and Bangladesh
Dual memberships: MRCS (Edinburgh) and MRCS (Glasgow)
Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics & Traumatology (FEBOT)
Former Director – DNB Orthopaedics Program at a leading corporate hospital
Published in peer-reviewed international journals
Faculty at national and international conferences
Mentor and trainer for young orthopaedic surgeons
Why Patients Trust Dr. Gowtham Chowdary
Dr. Gowtham Chowdary is not only a leader in joint replacements and complex revision surgeries, but also a comprehensive orthopaedic & trauma surgeon who can deliver across every age group and condition. From paediatric deformity corrections to high-energy trauma care, from minimally invasive arthroscopy to advanced joint replacements, his practice reflects a do-it-all, no-compromise approach.
Patients trust him because he offers global-level expertise with a human touch — ensuring that every decision is guided by safety, precision, and compassion.
Qualifications
- MBBS
- MS (Ortho)
- MCh (Ortho)
- MRCS (Ed)
- MRCS (Glasgow)
- FEBOT
Specializations
- Joint Replacement Surgery
- Specialist in pelvi-acetabular trauma
- Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery (knee and shoulder)
- Microfracture
- ACI
- and MACI cartilage restoration
- Corrective procedures for congenital and developmental bone conditions
- Precision spinal epidural injections for chronic back pain