Joint Replacement Unit
The Joint Replacement Unit within the Department of Orthopedics at Indira Gandhi Government Medical College & Hospital (IGGMCH / Mayo Hospital) is a high-volume surgical facility in Central India.
Led by senior orthopedic faculty, the unit performs complex joint reconstructions and replacements, ensuring advanced orthopedic care is accessible to economically weaker sections.
Procedures Performed
Total & Partial Hip Replacements (THR/Bipolar)
Frequently performed for advanced osteoarthritis, trauma/fractures, and Avascular Necrosis (AVN)—which is widely prevalent in Central India due to high rates of Sickle Cell Disease.
Total Knee Replacements (TKR)
Offered for severe joint degeneration and debilitating knee arthritis.
Revision Joint Surgeries
Complex corrective surgeries for patients who experienced failure, infection, or wear-and-tear from implants fitted elsewhere.
Specialized Orthopedic Surgeries
Includes arthroscopy (keyhole joint surgery), high tibial osteotomy, and complex fracture fixation.
Key Highlights & Public Health Impact
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| High Surgery Volume | The department routinely completes over 100+ joint replacement surgeries annually. |
| Free / Cashless Surgeries | Procedures costing ₹2 Lakh to ₹3 Lakh in private settings are provided free of cost under state schemes. |
| Quality Implants | Utilizes high-grade, standard, and imported implants approved under government health programs. |
| CSR & MOIL Partnership | Collaborates with public sector units (like MOIL) to sponsor free joint replacements for rural, mining, and tribal area patients not covered under routine schemes. |
Funding & Scheme Eligibility
Surgeries, hospitalization, and post-operative care in the unit are covered through:
MJPJAY (Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan Arogya Yojana)
Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY)
Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF)
Institutional CSR Initiatives (for non-cardholders)
How to Consult
OPD Desk
Orthopedic OPD (Chamber No. 25).
OPD Schedule
8:00 AM to 2:00 PM (Monday to Saturday).
Process
Patients undergo initial screening, X-rays/MRI imaging, and pre-anesthetic checkups (PAC) before getting scheduled for elective replacement surgery.