Hip Replacement Surgeon in Jaipur
Dr. Dheeraj Dubay provides hip replacement care at Shalby Hospital Jaipur for patients with conditions such as advanced hip arthritis, avascular necrosis and selected hip fractures. He has 24 years of orthopedic experience and has performed 40,000+ total surgeries across his career. A consultation is used to decide whether hip replacement, another procedure or continued non-surgical treatment is appropriate.
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24 Years
Orthopedic experience
40,000+ Surgeries
Total surgeries performed
Director
Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery, Shalby Hospital Jaipur
When Hip Replacement May Be Considered
Surgery is not automatically the first treatment for hip pain. Depending on the diagnosis, appropriate options may include activity modification, physiotherapy, medicines or other treatments before replacement is considered. Hip replacement may become relevant when symptoms and joint damage substantially affect daily life.
- •Severe hip pain that limits walking — even short distances become difficult
- •Hip pain at rest, especially at night disrupting sleep
- •Stiffness making it impossible to put on shoes, socks, or cut toenails
- •A limp when walking due to hip pain
- •Hip pain that failed to respond to physiotherapy, medication, and injections
- •Avascular necrosis (bone death) of the hip caused by steroids, alcohol, or injury
- •Hip fracture — particularly in elderly patients where replacement gives an early-recovery approach than fixation
Hip Replacement Procedures
Total Hip Replacement (THR)
The damaged femoral head and hip socket surfaces are replaced with artificial components. Whether THR is appropriate depends on the diagnosis, X-rays, symptoms and overall health.
Revision Hip Replacement
A further operation on a previously replaced hip when there is a problem such as wear, loosening, instability, fracture or infection. Revision cases require individual planning.
Conditions That Can Lead to Hip Surgery
- ✓Hip osteoarthritis — progressive cartilage loss that can cause groin or hip pain, stiffness and reduced walking tolerance.
- ✓Avascular necrosis (AVN) — loss of blood supply to the femoral head; treatment depends on the stage and amount of joint damage. Read the AVN guide →
- ✓Selected hip fractures — the treatment may involve fixation or replacement depending on fracture pattern, age, bone quality and health.
- ✓Developmental or structural hip problems that have progressed to painful arthritis.
- ✓Inflammatory arthritis affecting the hip.
- ✓Problems affecting a previous hip replacement that may require revision assessment.
Dr. Dheeraj Dubay — Hip & Joint Replacement Experience
- ✓24 years of orthopedic experience.
- ✓40,000+ total surgeries performed across his career.
- ✓Director, Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery at Shalby Hospital Jaipur.
- ✓Practice focused on knee and hip replacement, including complex and revision cases.
- ✓Recorded 34 joint replacements in one day on 9 May 2024 — 33 knee replacements and 1 hip replacement.
- ✓Consultation and surgery planning are based on symptoms, examination, imaging and individual health rather than a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Dr. Dheeraj Dubay — Shalby Hospital Jaipur
Ajmer Expressway 200 Feet Bypass Road, near Gandhi Path, Chitrakoot Sector 3, Vaishali Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302021
Dr. Dubay Hip & Knee Clinic — Vidhyadhar Nagar
297, Gali Number 6, Kusum Vihar, Vidhyadhar Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302017
Recovery After Hip Replacement
Recovery varies with age, pre-operative mobility, diagnosis, other medical conditions and rehabilitation. The timeline below is general patient education, not a promise for an individual patient.
Day 1
First Steps
Most patients sit out of bed and walk short distances with a frame within 24 hours. The hip feels surprisingly functional even on day one.
Days 3-5
Hospital Discharge
Walking independently with a frame or crutches, managing stairs, and comfortable enough to go home. Most patients are discharged in 3-5 days.
Weeks 2-6
Increasing Mobility
Walking distances increase significantly each week. Hip precautions (avoiding extreme positions) are maintained. Physiotherapy continues.
Month 3
Near Normal Life
Driving (6 weeks), walking freely (8 weeks), shopping, outings, and most daily activities are comfortable. The limp resolves as strength builds.
Month 6
Full Recovery
Complete recovery for most patients. Walking long distances, travel, temple visits, and social activities are fully achievable.
Years 20+
Long-Term Success
Modern hip implants are engineered to last 20-25 years. Annual reviews ensure early detection of any wear. Many patients never need a second operation.
Hip Replacement Cost & Insurance in Jaipur
Cost depends on implant choice, complexity, hospital services, room category and the patient’s insurance policy. Cashless eligibility is policy- and TPA-specific, so the hospital team should verify the current coverage before treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hip replacement may be considered when hip pain and stiffness substantially limit daily activity and appropriate non-surgical treatment has not provided enough relief. The decision requires a clinical examination and imaging, and also considers your general health and goals.
Patient guides related to this treatment
Use these decision-stage guides to understand trade-offs, risks and questions to discuss during an orthopedic consultation.
Related Jaipur Care
Patient education references
These independent orthopedic references provide general background on hip osteoarthritis and joint replacement. They do not replace Dr. Dubay’s examination or a patient-specific treatment plan.
- AAOS — Management of Osteoarthritis of the Hip (Plain Language Summary, 2024) ↗
- AAOS American Joint Replacement Registry — Patient Guide to Hip Replacement ↗
Content updated 30 August 2026.
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