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Dr. Kunal Shah

MBBS, MS - Orthopaedics

Speciality: Minimally Invasive Arthroplasty, Paediatric Orthopaedics & Non-Surgical Pain Interventions

Experience: 12+ years

Langauges: English, Hindi, Marathi

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My Patient Philosophy

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About Dr. Kunal Shah

Dr. Kunal A. Shah is a highly accomplished, multi-fellowship trained Orthopaedic Surgeon who brings an exceptional level of precision to muscle-sparing joint replacements and trauma surgeries in Mumbai. He completed his MBBS and MS in Orthopaedics at the historic Grant Medical College and Sir J. J. Group of Hospitals, followed by a rigorous post-graduate DNB residency at KEM Hospital, Mumbai.

 

To specialize further, Dr. Shah completed a highly coveted Fellowship in Joint Replacement at Breach Candy Hospital, along with an additional specialized fellowship focusing on Pediatric Orthopaedics. He currently anchors his primary practice at Bone & Beyond Orthopedic Speciality Clinic in Vakola, Santacruz East, while extending his surgical expertise to H J Doshi Ghatkopar Hindu Sabha Hospital and other key local centers.

 

Dr. Shah’s clinical style stands out for its balance between advanced, minimally invasive surgeries and targeted, non-surgical pain management. He is highly proficient in partial knee resurfacing and keyhole arthroscopies that preserve as much natural tissue as possible.

 

At the same time, he runs a specialized outpatient clinic dedicated to non-surgical relief, using targeted, ultrasound-guided therapeutic injections to treat conditions like frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, and chronic heel pain. His patient-first approach ensures that every individual—from young children with bone deformities to older adults with degenerative joint pain—receives a clear, accessible recovery plan tailored to their lifestyle.

 

My Patient Philosophy

  • Utilizing muscle-sparing, minimally invasive techniques to preserve natural bone structure and speed up recovery.
  • Exploring targeted, non-surgical pain management solutions before considering surgical options.
  • Providing compassionate, specialized care for pediatric bone and joint conditions to support healthy growth.
  • Maintaining clear, transparent, and approachable communication across all languages spoken by the patient.

Education & Board Certifications

  • SRS Global Outreach Scholarship: Scoliosis Research Society, Philadelphia, USA (2017).
  • International Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: College Station Medical Centre & The Physicians Centre, Texas, USA (2016).
  • ASSI Travelling Fellowship: Association of Spine Surgeons of India (2016).
  • Spine Foundation Fellowship: Lilavati, Hinduja Healthcare, & Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai (2014–2015).
  • MS (Orthopaedics): Sancheti Institute of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation | MUHS Nashik (2013).
  • MBBS: Rajiv Gandhi Medical College, Thane | MUHS Nashik (2008).

Treatment Expertise

  • Minimally Invasive Total Knee & Hip Arthroplasty
  • Partial (Unicompartmental) Knee Replacement
  • Primary and complex fracture revision and skeletal fixation
  • Therapeutic joint injections (Intra-articular, trigger point, and tendon sheath)
  • Diagnostic & therapeutic joint Arthroscopy
  • Pediatric orthopaedic corrective surgeries and casting
  • Advanced osteoarthritis of the knee, hip, and shoulder
  • Severe fractures & complex multi-fragment musculoskeletal trauma
  • Pediatric bone deformities, gait anomalies, and childhood fractures
  • Chronic joint pain, frozen shoulder, and tennis elbow
  • Plantar fasciitis (severe heel pain) & bursitis

Positions held

  • Owner & Lead Consultant: Spine Clinic, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai (Current).
  • Consultant Spine & Orthopaedic Surgeon: S.L. Raheja Hospital (Mahim), Wockhardt Hospitals (Mumbai Central), CritiCare Asia (Kurla), and Zynova Shalby Hospital (Ghatkopar West) (Current).
  • Junior Consultant Spine Surgeon: Associated with Dr. Abhay Nene Spine Team, Lilavati Hospital & Hinduja Healthcare (Past).
  • Editorial Leadership: Associate Editor for Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports (PubMed Indexed) and Journal of Medical Thesis.

Awards & Recognition

  • International Recognitions: Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) Global Outreach Scholarship (2017); 1st Position — International MIS Spine Fellowship, Texas, USA (2016); 1st Position — ASSI Travelling Fellowship (2016).
  • Best Reviewer Award (2015): Conferred by the Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports.
  • Textbook Chapters Authored:
    • "Brucellar Spondylitis," "Clinical Evaluation of Spine," and "Scheuermann's Disease" in Turek's Orthopaedics: Principles and Their Application (7th Edition, Wolters Kluwer).
    • "Kyphoplasty" in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (Jaypee Publishers).
  • Peer-Reviewed Research: Authored over 24 peer-reviewed research papers in leading medical journals including Asian Spine Journal, International Orthopaedics, Clinical Orthopaedics and Surgery, and Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports.
  • Invited Academic Faculty: Regular faculty speaker at ASSICON, BSSCON, and Bombay Spine Society scientific meetings.

Public Recognition

  • Verified Practice Identity: Highly regarded for his distinct clinical success at Bone & Beyond Clinic, offering clear, accurate care path options within the Santacruz, Vakola, and Ghatkopar regions.
  • Patient Feedback: Widely praised on professional registries for his meticulous attention to detail, gentle approach with pediatric patients, and effective non-surgical pain therapies.